Personal Injury Lawyers Representing Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Robeson and New Hanover County
Our Elizabethtown NC personal injury attorneys represent clients across the southeastern counties including Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Robeson and New Hanover. Our personal injury attorneys provide strong legal counsel and put our 50 years of experience to work for our clients. If you have specific questions or would like to speak with one of our attorneys, please visit our contact page.
Personal injury litigation falls under tort law and is designed to compensate individuals if they’re injured due to either negligence or intentional harm. The basic concept of personal injury litigation is that the individual or organization that causes harm, either physically or psychologically, is responsible for the harm and should compensate the injured. Personal injury cases include automobile accidents, slips and falls, workplace accidents, medical malpractice and products liability to name a few. Compensation for such injuries is typically for medical costs, lost wages, lost future earnings and for pain and suffering and punitive damages. Proving liability and negligence in a court of law requires an experienced and knowledgeable attorney.
Tort law addresses civil wrongs that by law qualify as grounds for a lawsuit. There are three types of torts: intentional, negligent and strict liability. When a civil wrong results in injury or harm it qualifies for a claim to be filed, also known as tort litigation. There are two options for claims under tort law. The first is for an injunction so the tortuous conduct must be stopped and the second is for monetary damages.
What You Need to Know:
- Avoid signing any statements that may be used against you to minimize your injuries or make involuntary admissions that are inaccurate regarding the incident.
- Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize claims and are under no obligation to protect your rights or offer correct legal advice.
- If an incident occurs, be sure to document as much information as possible including what caused the injury and any possible witnesses to the event.
- Be sure to work with a law firm that you can trust and has trial experience in personal injury cases. This is the most important decision you’re likely to make regarding your case.
There are many more things to consider before filing a personal injury claim and you should consult a lawyer as soon as possible. Hester, Grady & Hester PLLC has for over eighty years represented clients in personal injury litigation cases. Our lawyers will personally handle your case and put their 50 years of combined experience to work for you. Contact us for a free consultation.
When experience and trust matters, choose Hester, Grady and Hester P.L.L.C.