Your losses and injuries from the accident may lead to high medical costs, lost wages, and a decreased quality of life. Some victims, particularly in wrongful death cases, suffer from emotional and mental suffering in addition to financial loss. With the assistance of a personal injury attorney, you may be able to file a personal injury claim and pursue compensation for your losses.
We are the Advocates, a group of personal injury lawyers in Pocatello, Idaho. Our attorneys assist accident victims who sustain personal injuries in filing claims and recouping their losses. We are knowledgeable in every facet of personal injury law and committed to defending our clients’ interests. Schedule a free consultation with an attorney from The Advocates. We can help you seek the compensation you deserve.
A personal injury is one brought on by the negligence of another person. Victims of personal injuries have the right to pursue financial compensation from the at-fault party to reimburse their medical costs and other losses.
The following are some typical reasons for personal injuries:
Negotiating with insurance adjusters without legal expertise and experience could lead to a lower settlement for your claim. In certain circumstances, this can even lead to the denial of your personal injury claim.
Insurance firms work to safeguard both their interests and those of their customers. Insurance adjusters may make an effort to place the blame for accidents on victims in an effort to lower settlement amounts; some are even known to take advantage of legal loopholes to reduce compensation.
We advise hiring a knowledgeable and skilled personal injury lawyer to receive the payment you are entitled to. The Advocates is a group of talented lawyers prepared to handle your lawsuit. We will submit your injury claim, deal with insurance adjusters, and, if necessary, take your case to court, all while working with you every step of the way.
When you retain a personal injury attorney from The Advocates, you gain a partner with the knowledge required to provide you with the best opportunity for a fair and equitable settlement. We manage your claim while acting in your best interests. You have a better chance of success with an Advocate — studies show that case settlements are 2 to 3 times bigger when a lawyer is involved.
It is well known that insurance companies work to avoid paying the full amount you should be compensated for your losses, even when their client’s wrongdoing is apparent. Insurance companies will try to convince accident victims to accept a quick payment. When this occurs, the insurance provider escapes liability for the effects of injuries and other damages that show up in the future. The Advocates’ attorneys know the strategies insurers employ to avoid paying claims. We can hold negligent parties accountable and pressure insurance companies to pay a settlement that covers your losses.
When you employ an advocate, they will compile the information and evidence necessary to support your claim and create a case. Typically, this procedure entails talking to eyewitnesses, reviewing police reports, and evaluating medical records.
Most personal injury lawsuits are settled outside of court, but there are a few outliers. You might need to present your case to a judge if an insurance company doesn’t settle. Fortunately, every Advocate is prepared and qualified to present your case in court.
Even with legal assistance, courtroom trials can be difficult and stressful, especially while one is healing from injuries. The Advocates’ lawyers make every effort to reach a settlement, but when an insurer refuses to pay what is owed, we will litigate on your behalf.
There is a distinction between lawyers and attorneys; while all attorneys are lawyers, not all lawyers are attorneys. A personal injury lawyer who is not an attorney cannot litigate a claim.
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible after being involved in an accident in or near Pocatello. There are various things you may do as a victim of a personal injury accident that will assist your lawyer in creating a solid case for your claim.
It’s vital that you get treated for your injuries immediately following your accident. Medical treatment increases your chances for a full recovery and could decrease the chance of ongoing pain and suffering.
Injuries, like those experienced in car accidents or from slips and falls, can lead to head injuries, such as concussions or traumatic brain injuries. These may have a slow onset of symptoms. Some can even be fatal if not diagnosed and treated early on.
Seeking medical attention is also critical because your injuries are recorded by a medical professional. Your attorney can use your medical records to help establish your claim’s validity.
Your injuries also play a major role in establishing the value of your personal injury claim. Diligence in protecting your health shows you have put every possible effort into determining and treating your injuries. People who wait to have medical concerns treated have a more difficult time filing a claim because insurers can state that their injuries are unrelated to the accident.
It is advisable to take photographs and videos of your injuries. Visual documentation can be very compelling evidence and may help your attorney.
Before submitting your personal injury claim, your attorney needs to understand the specifics of your accident. We advise documenting the details and events surrounding your accident. Put your account of your accident in writing or make a video or audio recording. The sooner you do so, the more likely you will recall every aspect of your accident.
The insurer for the at-fault party will make every effort to pay as little as possible or to reject a claim entirely. Accident victims should only contact insurance companies after speaking with one of our attorneys.
An adjuster is typically assigned by insurance companies to look into accidents and personal injury claims. It is exceedingly challenging to spot an attempt to undermine your claim if you are not familiar with their tactics.
Our personal injury lawyers deal with insurance companies directly and daily. We know all the attempts an insurer will make to minimize your claim. We deal with them and take care of the stress so you can heal.
Normally, you have two years from the date of an accident to file a personal injury claim. There are a few exceptions, however.
A patient who suffers from a surgical mistake where a foreign object is left in their body has two years from the date of discovery (instead of the incidence) to file a claim. If a child is injured, they or their parents have up to two years after the child’s 18th birthday to submit a claim.
It’s essential to be aware of all filing deadlines. Missing them may lead to a claim being rejected. Work with your lawyer to understand all statutes and deadlines.
There is a two-step procedure and a shorter deadline whenever the state of Idaho’s offices or employees are involved in a personal injury lawsuit.
It is essential to speak with a lawyer as quickly as possible if the government is involved in your claim. A “notice of claim,” which names the accountable employee or government agency, must be submitted by your attorney. After completing this process, a compensation claim may be submitted within 180 days of a personal injury accident.
Not every personal injury attorney is qualified to represent you in court. A lawyer cannot represent you in court unless they are also an attorney. The attorneys at The Advocates can handle both in-court matters and out-of-court settlements.
Although it is hard to know whether you may need to sue an insurer before making a claim, it is advisable to hire a lawyer in case your claim goes to trial. An attorney can handle any court case as well as deal with insurers.
Determining just compensation for accident victims is a large part of a personal injury lawyer’s duties. The settlement amount is affected by both economic and non-economic considerations.
The expense of medical care, including physical therapy and other recovery-related therapies, is called economic compensation. Economic compensation also covers lost wages, inability to return to work, or being unable to perform the same duties as before an injury. Your property or vehicle being damaged and the associated repair expenditures are also seen as economic in nature.
Evaluating non-economic compensation is substantially more challenging. This category describes the emotional and physical suffering you endure as a result of an accident, such as the anguish of losing a friend due to an accident.
The agony and suffering someone might go through after an accident cannot be replaced by money. But there are often restrictions on non-economic damages. This sum is $250,000 for Idaho.
Based on the accident and any potential long-term effects, skilled lawyers can estimate the case’s worth.
In Idaho, there is no upper limit on economic damages. The state does, however, employ “modified comparative negligence,” which means that the amount of your responsibility determines the scope of your claim.
Your claim will be diminished by 30% if the court finds that you are 30% at fault. This only applies, though, if your percentage of responsibility for an accident is 49% or less. You are not entitled to compensation if you are 50% or more at fault.
Call The Advocates if you or a loved one has had a personal injury accident.
