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Personal Injury FAQs – Lawyers in Pennsylvania
The personal injury lawyers at our Pennsylvania firm have provided the following list of frequently asked questions to educate potential clients about important issues like class action litigation, time limits for filing lawsuits, and attorney fees. If you are considering legal action but are unsure how to proceed with your claim, we encourage you to contact our firm to speak with one of our personal injury lawyers.
Please click a question below:
- What is a personal injury case?
- Can I afford to hire a personal injury attorney?
- What is medical malpractice?
- How long do I have to file a lawsuit?
- What is product liability?
- I have been injured in a motor vehicle accident. What should I do?
- What is a class action lawsuit?
- Why choose Shrager, Spivey & Sachs as your law firm?
- Will Shrager, Spivey & Sachs take my case?
What is a personal injury case?
Slips and falls, automobile accidents, construction accidents, wrongful death, and brain injury all fit into the legal category of personal injury, but this area of law is broad and covers many types of cases. Each case is unique, and a consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers is recommended to review your case's specific details.
Can I afford to hire a personal injury lawyer?
Personal injury lawyers usually do not charge any fees up front. Instead, they charge on a contingency fee basis, which means that if you win your case, the lawyer will be entitled to a percentage of your award. If you do not win your case, you pay nothing. Many lawyers pay for case related expenses (hiring medical experts to testify and obtaining medical records, etc.) up front and are reimbursed out of the recovery, assuming the case is won. In the event the case is not won, either the client is asked to repay these costs, or the law firm simply absorbs them. The financial arrangements of your case should be discussed with your attorney ahead of time so that you understand the fees for which you may be responsible.
If you would like to discuss fees with our personal injury lawyers, contact our Pennsylvania firm today.
What is medical malpractice?
When a medical professional's negligence causes an injury that would not have befallen the patient otherwise, it is considered medical malpractice. A medical malpractice case is one in which standard, reasonable medical care is not provided by a medical professional, and this lack of proper care results in a patient's injury. Medical malpractice covers a wide range of injuries, and a consultation is recommended to review your specific case.
How long do I have to file a lawsuit?
A lawsuit must be filed during a certain period of time. The statute of limitations is this time period. For medical malpractice cases, the statute of limitations is two years from when it was known that an injury was the result of medical malpractice. The statute of limitations is different for other types of cases, and it is vitally important to contact our personal injury lawyers to find out the specifics relevant to your particular case. Once the statute of limitations has expired, your may not be able to file a lawsuit.
What is product liability?
Manufacturers are responsible for providing consumers with safe products. Pennsylvania state law and federal laws provide remedies for victims of product defects. Defective products do not perform as can be reasonably expected, or they may be the cause of personal injuries. Examples of defective products include automobiles that are not crashworthy, defective tires, faulty highway design, and pressure-treated lumber.
I have been injured in a motor vehicle accident. What should I do?
Car accidents happen because of distracted drivers, speeding, drunk or under the influence driving, or reckless driving. From a minor fender bender to a major life-threatening collision, accidents can be expensive, and can result in injury, time off from work, and hassles in dealing with insurance companies. The personal injury lawyers at our Pennsylvania firm can help you get the compensation you deserve. Contact us to review your motor vehicle accident case.
What is a class action lawsuit?
When one or more plaintiffs represent a large group in a lawsuit, it is termed a class action, or mass tort lawsuit. Class action lawsuits are filed on behalf of litigants to recoup their losses and compensate them for injuries sustained as a result of a negligent or wrongful act.
Why choose Shrager, Spivey & Sachs as your law firm?
The team of personal injury lawyers at our Pennsylvania firm has more than 60 years of combined experience, and we have handled more than 100 cases that resulted in a settlement or verdict exceeding $1,000,000. Our personal injury attorneys strive to protect the rights of victims of medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, work related accidents, defective products, unsafe equipment and dangerous drugs. Our firm's goal is simple - to successfully settle your case professionally and quickly. For more information or to schedule a review of your claim, please contact our personal injury lawyers today.
Will Shrager, Spivey & Sachs take my case?
Many factors determine whether or not a lawsuit is successful, and the details relating to each case must be reviewed on an individual basis. After perusing our website, we recommend contacting us to schedule a consultation. During the consultation we will review the details of your case with you before any decision is made about representation. Whatever the final decision, we wish you the best in your legal endeavors.
To schedule a consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers, contact our office in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania today.
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