Back injuries are one of the most debilitating types of injuries. They can be completely overwhelming, but you need to know that you have a right to seek compensation if your injury was the result of someone else's negligence or carelessness.
Garden State Justice Group' medical malpractice lawyers will review your case and determine which legal options you are eligible for - all at no cost to you.
Making the decision to file a lawsuit doesn't come without a lot of consideration, but we are here to help answer any questions you may have. Our firm only works on a contingency fee basis, so if your claim is unsuccessful, you will incur no legal fees whatsoever.
Back injury & spinal cord injury cases can be quite complex, mainly because there are many factors that must be considered. However, most critically, it is necessary to establish negligence as the cause of the injuries if the lawsuit is to be successful.
To establish negligence in a back injury lawsuit, you must prove that the liable party acted so recklessly or neglected your well-being that their actions caused your injuries. Once this can be proven, you have a very good chance of being able to pursue a personal injury claim.
A victim of a back injury must demonstrate the following in order to have a successful lawsuit:
To establish negligence in a back injury lawsuit, you must prove that the liable party acted so recklessly or neglected your well-being that their actions caused your injuries. Once this can be proven, you have a very good chance of being able to pursue a personal injury claim.
A victim of a back injury must demonstrate the following in order to have a successful lawsuit:
In order to prove your back injury claim, you need to establish these four points. Sadly, most individuals lack the legal expertise, or even the experience, required to combine their injuries into a lawsuit that can achieve maximum compensation.
The first and foremost reason for hiring a personal injury lawyer for your back injury lawsuit is to obtain the information you need to plan your compensation strategy. The particulars of your case vary with each claim, so you should tailor your case to your particular circumstances. It is also important to note that the strongest results are obtained by experienced legal professionals that have appropriately prepared cases.
In accordance with the legal strategy finalized, your back injury lawyer will proceed to develop your case. This often involves:
A back injury claim's financial award is usually paid by insurance companies. However, these firms specialize in reducing the amount they reimburse for claims, seeing as how it impacts their bottom line directly.
The lawyer will explain your intent to file a claim and state how much compensation is demanded to settle the injury claim. During this time, negotiations are likely to take place, but if a settlement cannot be reached, your attorney will file a lawsuit.
In addition to filing a back injury lawsuit in the appropriate court, mediation may also take place to avoid the case reaching court.
It is often possible for settlement agreements to be reached during the time that it takes for cases to reach court. However, if a settlement is not reached prior to the case going to court, your lawsuit will go to court, and if you are successful, you will be awarded your due compensation.
Working conditions can lead to back injuries regardless of the industry. It's more likely that a workers' compensation claim will be appropriate when employees suffer back injuries at work or develop back conditions because of their jobs.
Most often, the law prevents employees from suing their employers for injuries. It is instead necessary to file a workers' compensation claim and negotiate with insurance providers.
The absence of a lawsuit does not mean a back injury attorney cannot help. Again, insurance companies may question the severity of the accident and the cost of treatment. Hiring an attorney assures you that your workers' compensation claim for back injury will be handled professionally and that you can fight for maximum compensation.
Do you still have any doubts as to whether you can file a back injury lawsuit? Contact us today for a free back injury consultation - find out more about your legal rights and potential for compensation. Free of charge, we would be happy to review your case and explain your options to you.
