Personal Injury Law
Advocating for your rights and recovery
At Sowerby & Moustakis Law, we’re here to help you navigate the complexities of personal injury law and fight for the compensation you deserve. Our approach is focused on understanding your unique situation, providing clear guidance, and standing by your side throughout the entire process.
Understanding Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury law covers a wide range of situations where someone’s negligence or intentional actions cause harm to another person. If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. We’re here to help you understand your rights and options.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents can result in serious injuries and significant financial burdens. We’ll help you pursue a claim to cover medical bills, repair costs, and compensation for your pain and suffering.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Property owners have a responsibility to maintain safe premises. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident due to unsafe conditions, we’ll help you hold the responsible party accountable and seek compensation for your injuries.
Workplace Injuries
If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. We’ll guide you through the process of filing a claim and ensure you receive the benefits you deserve.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents can result in serious injuries and significant financial burdens. We’ll help you pursue a claim to cover medical bills, repair costs, and compensation for your pain and suffering.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Property owners have a responsibility to maintain safe premises. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident due to unsafe conditions, we’ll help you hold the responsible party accountable and seek compensation for your injuries.
Workplace Injuries
If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. We’ll guide you through the process of filing a claim and ensure you receive the benefits you deserve.
Medical Malpractice
When healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, their negligence can cause serious harm. We’ll help you pursue a medical malpractice claim to recover damages for your injuries and hold the responsible parties accountable.
Product Liability
Manufacturers have a duty to ensure their products are safe for consumers. If you’ve been injured by a defective product, we’ll help you pursue a product liability claim to seek compensation for your injuries.
Medical Malpractice
When healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, their negligence can cause serious harm. We’ll help you pursue a medical malpractice claim to recover damages for your injuries and hold the responsible parties accountable.
Product Liability
Manufacturers have a duty to ensure their products are safe for consumers. If you’ve been injured by a defective product, we’ll help you pursue a product liability claim to seek compensation for your injuries.
The Personal Injury Claim Process
We understand that dealing with an injury can be overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to recover. That’s why we’re committed to making the legal process as straightforward and stress-free as possible:
Initial Consultation
We begin by discussing your goals, concerns, and current situation. We’ll review your financial and healthcare needs, as well as any legal documents you already have in place.
Investigation and
Evidence Gathering
We’ll gather all necessary evidence, including medical records, accident reports, witness statements, and any other documentation that supports your claim.
Negotiation and
Settlement
We’ll negotiate with the insurance companies on your behalf, striving to reach a fair settlement that covers your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we’re prepared to take your case to court.
Litigation
If necessary, we’ll represent you in court to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. We’ll handle all aspects of the litigation process, keeping you informed every step of the way.
Initial
Consultation
We begin by discussing your goals, concerns, and current situation. We’ll review your financial and healthcare needs, as well as any legal documents you already have in place.
Investigation and Evidence Gathering
We’ll gather all necessary evidence, including medical records, accident reports, witness statements, and any other documentation that supports your claim.
Negotiation and
Settlement
We’ll negotiate with the insurance companies on your behalf, striving to reach a fair settlement that covers your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we’re prepared to take your case to court.
Litigation
If necessary, we’ll represent you in court to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. We’ll handle all aspects of the litigation process, keeping you informed every step of the way.
“We have used Sowerby & Moustakis Law for a number of legal issues over the past decade and they have always proven to be very helpful in offering legal guidance.”
- TIM E.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Personal Injury
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
The statute of limitations for personal injury claims varies by state, but it’s typically between one to three years from the date of the injury. It’s important to act quickly to preserve your right to compensation.
What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Even if you were partially at fault, you might still be able to recover damages. Many states follow a comparative negligence rule, which means your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault.
How much is my personal injury claim worth?
The value of your claim depends on several factors, including the severity of your injuries, the impact on your life, and the amount of your medical expenses. We’ll work with you to assess your case and pursue the maximum compensation possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Personal Injury
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
The statute of limitations for personal injury claims varies by state, but it’s typically between one to three years from the date of the injury. It’s important to act quickly to preserve your right to compensation.
What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Even if you were partially at fault, you might still be able to recover damages. Many states follow a comparative negligence rule, which means your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault.
How much is my personal injury claim worth?
The value of your claim depends on several factors, including the severity of your injuries, the impact on your life, and the amount of your medical expenses. We’ll work with you to assess your case and pursue the maximum compensation possible.
“It was a pleasure working with Peter & crew. They were very nice, explained answers very well to any questions we had.”
- KIMMIE C.
