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Car accidents, slip and fall accidents, truck accidents, and construction are everyday occurrences in Eagle. What’s more, victims of the above accidents endure physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial disruption. You may be entitled to compensation if you or a loved one has sustained an injury due to someone else’s recklessness. Even so, you must prove fault on the defendant’s part to obtain damages for your losses.
A dedicated personal injury attorney from Andrew Injury Law in Eagle, ID, could handle the legal aspects of your claim as you focus on recovery.
Take appropriate steps to enhance your safety and protect your right to compensation. If involved in a car accident, move yourself and the car to the side of the road if safe. The most crucial step is to ensure no one else is injured and prevent further harm. You should also call 911 for emergency response if other people are injured.
You may not understand the full extent of an injury immediately after the accident. The symptoms of some injuries only appear days or weeks after the incident. A comprehensive examination by a healthcare provider can reveal any hidden issues. When you visit a healthcare provider, they will initiate a treatment plan. More importantly, they will document the injuries and provide records you can rely on when filing an insurance claim or lawsuit.
Although many injured victims obtain compensation from the at-fault party’s insurer, working with a personal injury attorney enhances the chances of a positive outcome. The first meeting with an attorney is an opportunity to discuss the claim’s merits and create a strategy for pursuing compensation from the defendant. If you plan to meet with an attorney, you should bring helpful information to make the most of the meeting.
Here’s what to bring to your first meeting with an attorney from Andrew Injury Law:
Working with a personal injury attorney from Andrew Injury Law is a game changer to your case. It could be the difference between accepting a low-ball settlement offer and a settlement value that gets you back on your feet.
A personal injury attorney will bring the following benefits to your case:
A highly experienced personal injury attorney understands the applicable laws that will protect your interest. They also understand the legal process, how to navigate it, and the best strategies to apply when pursuing a claim. As an injured victim, you may not understand the full extent of damages your case deserves. An attorney will use their knowledge to ensure you obtain the maximum value from your personal injury claim.
Insurance companies use various tactics to convince injured victims that their claims are worth much less. They also table unreasonably low offers in the hope that injured victims will accept without objections. Attempting to negotiate with an insurer may be difficult when juggling physical injuries and financial losses. A personal injury attorney can evaluate the merits of each settlement offer before you decide whether to accept or reject it. Most importantly, they can demonstrate the extent of your injury and negotiate for a higher settlement offer that matches your losses.
Many injured victims obtain compensation from the at-fault party during settlement negotiations. You can file a personal injury lawsuit if the at-fault party tables a low settlement offer that doesn’t cover your losses. A personal injury attorney has the appropriate skills and knowledge to present a compelling case before a judge, increasing the likelihood of a favorable outcome. An attorney can also utilize any available opportunity to initiate settlement negotiations.
If unrepresented by an attorney, you may have to wait until your complete recovery to pursue compensation from the at-fault party. A personal injury attorney can handle the legal aspects of your claim as you focus on recovery. An attorney will prepare a claim with proper documentation, meet critical deadlines, and correspond with other parties to ensure a successful outcome. A personal injury lawyer can prevent the probability of setbacks, facilitating a faster resolution.
Here’s a list of personal injury claims our attorneys can handle in Eagle:
You can recover three types of damages in a personal injury claim: economic, non-economic, and punitive.
Here’s a breakdown of the damages:
Economic damages compensate the injured victims for their financial losses from the accident. They are also called monetary damages and have a direct dollar value, which makes it easy to estimate the outcome.
Examples of economic damages in a personal injury claim include:
Non-economic damages compensate the injured victim for the intangible losses associated with the injury.
Examples of non-economic damages include:
A court or jury can award you punitive damages to punish the defendant if their actions were grossly negligent. A judge may also award punitive damages to deter the defendant and others from engaging in the misconduct that led to the injury.
It is daunting to allocate a direct dollar value for losses associated with pain and suffering. Even so, insurers and juries must allocate a figure to your pain and suffering, which forms a basis for settlement negotiations.
Some of the techniques insurers use to estimate pain and suffering include:
Under the multiplier method, insurers multiply the value of economic losses by a set number to determine the value of non-economic losses. The multiplier is a value between 1.5 and 5, based on the severity and permanence of the injury. A victim of a car accident with permanent and lifetime injuries may qualify for a higher multiplier and substantial damages for pain and suffering.
The method determines the value of pain and suffering by assessing the number of days you’ll endure pain. Usually, the injured victim receives a day’s wages for each past and future day they experience pain.
To recover compensation, you must prove that the defendant was liable for your injuries. In most cases, the defendant may argue that you were partly at fault for the accident, a legal defense called comparative negligence. Idaho applies the modified comparative negligence rules. Based on the modified comparative negligence rules, you can recover damages for your injuries if you’re not more than 50% at fault. Your share of the fault also reduces the value of compensation you can recover from the at-fault party. Idaho statutes bar you from collecting damages if you’re more than 50% at fault.
Matt Andrew has been an attorney and member of the Idaho Bar since 2007 and has a varied and fascinating legal career. Since 2013, Matt has focused on representing seriously injured people in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Matt has successfully tried multiple cases to verdict before the Idaho District Courts and the Idaho Industrial Commission.
Member of the Idaho Bar since 2007
Bar Number: #7698
Location: Meridian, Nampa, and Caldwell, Idaho.
In Idaho, you have two years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. You may lose your right to compensation if you initiate a lawsuit after the two-year window has lapsed.
However, a few exceptions may apply to the rule, including:
Here are the steps for initiating a personal injury claim in Eagle:
You may receive a hefty settlement value after winning your personal injury lawsuit. However, the outcome may differ depending on the facts and circumstances of your claim. The value of your personal injury claim depends on several factors, including:
You may lose a trial, which means you’ll not receive compensation. You can appeal at a higher court if you lose a personal injury lawsuit. You should manage expectations during appeals, as appellate courts rarely consider new evidence. An appeal relies on information already on record, with a successful appeal occurring if the lower court made a procedural error.
If you’re pursuing a personal injury claim, chances are you’re fighting a prominent and wealthy corporation, mostly an insurance firm. Since insurance companies have endless resources to defend themselves, you should work with an attorney during the claim.
Andrew Injury Law is a highly skilled attorney with decades of experience representing injured victims. Contact us online or at 208-517-7670 for a free consultation.
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Most people have never needed a lawyer when they find themselves injured and in need of legal advice. We hear the following questions from many of our clients. We hope the answers help clarify your options and considerations.
Whether you’re dealing with the aftermath of a car accident, truck accident, slip-and-fall accident, or workplace injury, your immediate steps after the incident significantly impact the outcome of the claim.
Here are the common mistakes to avoid:
Insurance adjusters and their attorneys work to protect the profitability of their employees. They are, therefore, likely to frustrate you in your quest for compensation. You should take appropriate steps to protect your right to compensation.
Here are a few tips when dealing with insurance providers:
The length of time a personal injury claim can take significantly varies based on the facts and circumstances of each case. As such, it may be difficult to estimate how long it will take to receive a settlement or award for your damages. Nonetheless, many personal injury claims take one to two years to settle.
Factors that influence how long it takes to settle include:
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Attorney Matthew Andrew, who has more than 20 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney.
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If you or a loved one has been seriously injured, please fill out the form below for your free consultation or call us at 208-517-7670
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