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How the campbell injury lawyer Lawsuit Process Works

If you have been injured by an accident and are unable to recover damages for medical expenses or lost income, you may make a claim. However, many people are unclear about how the litigation process is conducted.

This blog post will talk about five stages that all personal injury claims must pass through.

Time to File

Each state has a statute that limits the time you are required to start a lawsuit following an accident. If you do not submit your claim within this period, it is almost always be dismissed.

Once a case is filed the parties will then begin a discovery process that involves exchanging documents witnesses’ testimony, documents, and depositions. This could take months, depending on the complexity of the case.

At this point, a reputable lawyer will submit an agreement demand. But, your lawyer is not able to make a demand until you’ve reached the stage of maximum medical improvement and are as recovered as possible.

If you were injured by a government entity or a doctor working for the government, you could be subject to additional time limits to comply with in addition the standard statute of limitations. These are often referred to as “discovery rules” or equitable tolling and are unique to each particular situation. Your lawyer can explain them in greater detail. In general the cases are resolved more quickly than others.

Statute of Limitations

It is vital to start a lawsuit for personal injury before the statute of limitations in your state is up. These deadlines apply to many kinds of personal injury claims which include car accidents, medical malpractice claims. They also apply to product liability claims as well as wrongful death cases.

In most states, “the clock” of the statute of limitations starts to tick on the day the injury. There are some exceptions to the rule that can effectively stop it in certain instances. For example, the discovery rule allows you to file a claim after you have discovered (or should have discovered with reasonable care) your anderson injury lawsuit.

In some instances the statute of limitation may be shortened or tolled. For instance, if the plaintiff is mentally disabled or underage. It is recommended to consult an experienced injury lawyer to determine the specific time limit that applies to your case. If you attempt to file a claim after the time limit has expired your case will most likely be dismissed by the court. This can have devastating consequences on the victim as well as their family.

Damages

If a person is awarded an injury lawsuit is entitled to damages. They could include compensation to cover medical expenses loss of wages, as well as the costs associated with an accident. Other kinds of damages compensate someone who is suffering from emotional distress or loss of satisfaction due to an accident.

The amount of damages will be determined by a jury based upon evidence presented to the court. Your attorney will argue that defendant failed to perform in a manner which a reasonable person could have done in the same situation. This resulted in your injury.

Special damages, like the cost of replacing or repairing damaged property or lost wages if an injury prevents you from working or causes you to take a vacation or sick leave, are simple to calculate. General damages, also known as pain and suffering are more difficult to calculate. Many attorneys and insurance companies employ a multiplier to estimate the amount of general damages, for instance, a multiplier of 1.5 to 5. General damages are typically higher for severe injuries than for short-term or minor injuries.

Mediation

Mediation is not mandatory in all injury cases. However it can be used to settle a dispute and avoid having a jury or judge decide on the outcome. In mediation, you are able to discuss your concerns with a neutral third party, known as a mediator.

The mediator will ask questions to determine what you’d like to settle and what your expectations are. Then, both parties will discuss their differences with the mediator. Then, you can make counter-offers and exchange offers for a resolution.

Neither the negligent party nor the victim who was injured want to go to trial Therefore, the best option is to settle in mediation. This is an important step in avoiding the lengthy and stressful litigation process. Most cases of injury settle at mediation, even those that involve the largest insurance companies. If you’re involved in an accident in your vehicle or a workplace injury, Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak can assist you in negotiating the most favorable settlement for your case. Contact us today for a free consultation. We can meet at a convenient location near Pittsburgh or Monroeville.

Trial

Your lawyer may decide to proceed to trial if your case has not been settled outside of court. This will depend on your individual circumstances, the evidence you provide and the settlement offer from the defendant’s insurer.

Your attorney will present your case before a jury during the trial. The jury will determine whether the defendant was negligent and, if they were then how much compensation is due to compensate your injuries, financial losses and other expenses.

During the trial the lawyer will use evidence to show that the defendant’s negligence led to your injuries and that financial damages are needed to cover your expenses and losses. The defense will present evidence to refute your accusations and keep them from owing you money. The jury will then consider the evidence after both sides have presented their closing arguments. The verdict, which is issued by either the judge or a jury in a bench trial, will determine if the defendant was negligent and if so, what amount of financial damages should be awarded.