Thousands of car accidents happen in the United States every day. Auto accidents are also a large source of personal injury claims. Sometimes the result of an auto accident is an acute injury that the person can overcome with minimal medical treatment. However, in other incidences, the result is life altering paralysis, brain injury, loss of limb, or other injury that requires compensation to last a lifetime.

Though it is difficult to focus on finances when you have been seriously injured, with the growing medical bills and possible disability it is important to take a sober look at your situation. Anyone that thinks they might have been the victim of a negligent, distracted, or under the influence driver, should consult with an attorney.

At J. Thomas Anderson we have more than a half century of experience as an attorney Hammond LA. We NEVER represent insurance companies! We know your case is your only one and we handle it just like we would our own.

There are auto accident lawyers, distracted driver lawyers, DWI lawyers, and other specialized personal injury experts applicable to your specific situation. The important factor is seeking a professional and experienced attorney to help determine if you have a case and help you file the case.

In many jurisdictions there is a statute of limitations on how long after the incident a claim can be filed. A personal injury lawsuit can seek monetary compensation for the victim of a negligent accident.

It is very unwise for a victim or family of a victim to try to negotiate with insurance company on their own. The insurance company representative on the other end of the phone will not be a personal injury novice, and will have as their goal to pay the least amount possible.

They may often even skirt the edge of the law in how truthful they are with the victim about their case for personal injury. Without the assistance of a auto accident or other personal injury lawyer, the victim is very likely to not even understand what a fair settlement amount would be, much less the applicable laws.

Some injury victims are concerned about the cost of a lawyer. Fortunately, many attorneys will work on a contingency basis for these types of cases. This enables a victim to get the legal assistance they need without risking losing even more money, since they pay nothing unless the claim is successful.