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Recovery for Personal Injury Claims
A personal injury claim is filed so you can recover fair compensation for any damages or losses you suffered in the accident. The types of damages that victims can collect include:
- Medical bills and expenses
- Lost wages and future income
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
In wrongful death cases, you may be entitled to the following:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical expenses
- Lost income earnings that the deceased would have made during their lifetime
- Loss of companionship, protection, and care
How a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help
Contacting a personal injury attorney after an accident is important and can protect your legal rights and help ensure you get a fair settlement for your case. At Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum, personal injury cases are taken on a contingency basis, so you won’t pay any upfront fees unless we win your case and recover damages for you.
You want to make sure that the attorney you select is experienced in the laws of your specific state, understands personal injury claims, and is willing to answer any questions you have. Many law firms offer a free initial consultation, so you can discuss your case without being obligated to their services. A free consultation will give you a sense of what to expect from the firm during your case and what you may need to do to prepare.
A personal injury attorney can do the following to help with your case:
- Investigate your accident by gathering the necessary evidence to help determine and prove liability and fault.
- Negotiate with insurance companies that deny claims or want to settle for less than you deserve
- Speak to insurance adjusters
- Determine the value of your financial losses and compensable damages.
- Litigate aggressively for a favorable outcome if the case goes to trial
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