In most cases, when someone has been injured or been involved in a serious motor vehicle accident the injured parties usually seek immediate medical attention.  After seeking medical attention, people injured in a serious car accident or in another type of personal injury accident will have lots of questions concerning property damage, car rentals, medical bills and lost wages.  This is the time to take care of your injuries and get your life back to normal as quickly as possible.

It is important that you see a doctor and focus on receiving quality medical treatment for your injuries.  It is not advisable to seek medical attention exclusively to bolster your personal injury claim.  Be sure to keep receipts, medical bills and all other medical treatment documents in a file in case you should require an Indiana personal injury lawyer to represent you.  Be sure to thoroughly explain the accident to your doctor.  Many injuries may not be as noticeable to you shortly after an accident and explaining the accident may help your doctor thoroughly examine you for hidden injuries.

If you have been injured and are having trouble obtaining compensation from the at fault party’s insurance company, call Indiana personal injury lawyer Marc Sedwick to discuss your case.

Personal injury claims are very complicated legal issues because there is usually a significant amount of money on the line.  The insurance industry has been actively working to reduce the amount of money they pay on personal injury claims.  In order to maximize your claim, it is vital that you retain an attorney that has experience in handling personal injury claims and building a strong case.

It is very important that you do not delay taking action to protect your legal rights.  In the State of Indiana, an injury victim has two years to file a lawsuit otherwise they will be unable to ever file the personal injury claim.  In most cases, the “at fault” party will likely have legal representation to reduce or eliminate the claim filed against them.

If you have questions concerning your Indiana personal injury claim, call Indiana personal injury lawyer Marc Sedwick for a free initial consultation.

It is advisable that you ask for a photocopy of the personal injury settlement check.  When you are a client, you have the legal right to ensure that you are receiving all that you are owed.  It is a common practice for your Indiana personal injury attorney to present you with a copy of the settlement breakdown sheet prior to the check being deposited. In most cases, the insurance company will add both your name and your lawyer’s name on the check. This way you would be able to see the check and would be required to endorse the check prior to depositing into your lawyer’s trust account.

If you have a question concerning filing a personal injury claim, call Indianapolis personal injury attorney Marc Sedwick to discuss your case.

Most people are considerate and hardworking individuals not looking for the next get rich quick scheme.  As an experienced personal injury lawyer, Marc Sedwick often hears the concerns people have about suing an individual for damages.  Many people are unsure as to whether or not it is ethical or moral to bring a lawsuit against another person.  The truth of the matter is, filing a lawsuit is an important decision that should be based on a thorough evaluation of the facts surrounding your case.

Most people find that after they have been injured in a personal injury accident, the insurance company is not looking out for their interests.  Always remember that you were injured and your life was turned upside down and you deserve to be made whole again.  Filing a lawsuit is usually the very last option that your have to obtain the fair compensation you deserve for your injuries, medical expenses, and lost wages.  In most cases, personal injury cases are settled before a trial even begins.  Filing a lawsuit is perhaps the only way to get the justice you deserve and the legal system was designed to protect the rights of injured people like you.

If you or a loved one has been injured and need to consult an Indiana injury attorney, call attorney Marc Sedwick to discuss your case.

The easy answer is: If you are happy with the settlement offer, than accept it.  Keep in mind, by accepting or cashing that settlement check, you are not longer able to get any further payment for lost wages, future medical treatment, pain and suffering.  You have settled your claim and your right for further compensation.  In other words, by accepting a settlement check from the insurance company, you may have released the at fault driver further liability for your injuries.  It is also very likely that you signed a release form or document in order to receive the check.  Sometimes the back of the check given to you by the insurance company with have  a statement that releases the negligent driver from all liability for your injuries. 

If you or a loved one has suffered from an injury as the result of a negligent driver, call Indiana accident attorney Marc Sedwick before you accept that quick settlement check.

Should you decide to retain our services after the initial consultation, we will work on a contingent fee basis. This means that our offices will only be paid for our services once we make a recovery on your behalf from the insurance company.

People in Indiana may seek monetary compensation injured due to another party’s hazardous property conditions.  A slip and fall case, falls under the area of personal injury law known as “premises liability.”  Premises liability claims are filed against either an individual or company.  The “at fault” party is usually blamed for the negligent property design, property operation or property upkeep.

Slip and fall accidents are dangerous and should be taken very seriously even through there may not be any visible signs of injury.  Slip and fall victims should always seek a thorough medical examination shortly after a slip and fall injury.

Here are a list of the most common causes of a slip and fall:

• Slippery conditions
• Icy Walkways
• Walkway hazards
• Uneven pavement
• Elevator accidents
• Escalator accidents
• Improper security
• Inadequate lighting
• Sharp shelving
• Falling objects

Premises liability cases are complicated cases that are very difficult to litigate.   Premises liability claims are rigorously defended by large insurance companies that will try to deny responsibility for your injuries.  By hiring an experienced Indiana premises liability attorney, you are protecting your legal rights to fair compensation.   An experienced Indiana premises liability attorney with gather valuable evidence, secure photographic evidence, and will retain expert witnesses to evaluate your claim.   Many people that do not hire an attorney are left with enormous medical bills.

Call Indiana premises liability attorney Marc Sedwick to properly evaluate your case.  Call today to discuss you case for free and without obligation.

Before you sign any contract, it is always a good idea to review the entire agreement and ask questions about any part of the agreement you need clarification.  The retainer agreement signed by you and your attorney may give your attorney the ability to settle your personal injury claim without your consent.  The retainer agreement may even give your attorney the authority to sign a settlement and release agreement on your behalf.

Be sure to ask your attorney for a copy of his or her retainer agreement for your review.  Be sure to ask questions if you have questions about the contents of the retainer agreement.  If you disagree with the terms in the agreement, ask your attorney to make the changes you desire.  If for any reason you feel uncomfortable with the terms in the attorney retainer agreement, you may decide to find a different attorney with terms that you prefer.

If you have questions about your Indiana personal injury case, call Indiana injury lawyer Marc Sedwick for a free consultation.

In Indiana, licensed attorneys are barred from making any promises or guarantees to obtain specific amount of money for your car accident case.  The real value of your car accident claim is what a jury would likely believe the case to be worth.  A jury will consider the severity of the injuries, the impact or effect the accident has had on your life, and the negligence of the at fault party.  In Indiana, if you were found o be partially responsible for the accident, the amount of damages you will receive will be proportionately reduced.

Settlement offers are likely to be reduced if the case looks to be unsuccessful at trial or if there are pre existing injuries.  The value of your clam will greatly increase should your injuries require extensive medical treatment, result in permanent injuries or if you have missed many work days.  The value of your claim also increases if you were a healthy and productive worker before the accident occurred.  An important factor in valuing your case is comparing the difference between the quality of life  you enjoyed prior to the accident and after the accident.

If you have questions about your claim, call Indianapolis car accident attorney Marc Sedwick for a free consultation.

The Indiana personal injury statutes and law governs who is responsible for your injuries and which damages should be recoverable or reimbursed.  If an individual suffered harm due to the negligence or fault of another, the law enables a recovery of monetary damages.  Indiana personal injury law outlines a number of degrees of fault for the individual who caused the injury.  The degrees of fault are negligence, intentional fault, and strict liability.

Negligence means that the at fault person did not take a reasonable care or did not act as a reasonable person would have resulting in the injury of another person.

Strict liability means that an injury plaintiff does not have to prove negligence in order to recover an award for damages.

If you have questions concerning who is at fault or responsible for your personal injury damages, call our law firm today for free initial consultation with Indianapolis personal injury attorney Marc Sedwick.