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The Importance Of Hiring A Personal Injury Lawyer in Springfield
Hiring an experienced Springfield personal injury lawyer can be the key to receiving a fair settlement or verdict.
Experience & Expertise
As Springfield personal injury lawyers, we bring over 100 years of combined experience representing clients who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. We understand the complex legal and insurance issues involved in personal injury claims, having successfully handled over 2800 cases. We know how to meticulously investigate accidents, determine liability, and negotiate the maximum compensation for your injuries. Our attorneys possess a deep understanding of Missouri’s legal landscape, offering a significant advantage in your case.
Saving You Time & Stress
Pursuing a personal injury claim is a long and complicated process that can be extremely stressful when you are already coping with injuries.
- We handle all aspects of your claim so you can focus on your recovery.
- We negotiate with insurance companies.
- We file lawsuits if necessary.
- We take your case to trial to get you the compensation you deserve.
Maximizing Your Compensation
As experienced negotiators, we fight to obtain fair compensation that accounts for all your damages including medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and long-term care needs. We help you determine how much your claim is worth and will not settle for less.
No Upfront Fees
We work on contingency, meaning we only get paid if we win your case. Our fees are deducted from the settlement or court award we obtain for you. If we do not recover compensation for you, we do not charge any fees.
Personal Injury FAQs
What is a Personal Injury?
Personal injury is harm done to someone’s body, mind, emotions, or general health. Legal responsibility for personal injury cases revolves around the idea that someone’s careless actions cause most injuries.
What is a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
A personal injury lawsuit is filed on behalf of the injured party: the “plaintiff.” The lawsuit is filed against the person or entity that caused the injury. Whether it is due to their negligence, reckless conduct, intentional misconduct, or strict liability. Strict liability means the individual is legally responsible for the consequences of their actions, regardless if there was no criminal intent.
What Are Personal Injury Damages?
A critical part of any personal injury claim is determining how much your damages or injuries are worth. However, it is difficult to generalize since amounts vary depending on the circumstances. Everything you have suffered due to your injury will be assessed to determine the value of your claim, such as:
Medical Care
Hospital bills, surgery and physical therapy, medications and medical equipment, nursing care, home modifications, and other predicted treatments.
Disability or disfigurement
Loss of use of bodily functions, loss of limbs. facial scarring, and disfiguring injuries.
Pain and Suffering
Chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and other physical, psychological, and emotional effects.
Lost Income
Lost wages for time away from work, as well as projected earnings and benefit for victims who are unable to return to their jobs. At times, someone may be able to return to gainful employment but have limitations that affect future earning potential.
Loss of Consortium
Loss of intimate relations with spouse/partner due to disabling injuries. Also, loss of an injured spouse’s ability to contribute to the tasks of daily living in a household.
These damages can quickly add up, especially when the injuries are extensive or permanent. For more information on personal injury damages, check out our blog: What Are Damages in a Personal Injury Claim?
What Is Your Injury Case Worth?
Compensation depends on:
- Medical bills (past and future)
- Lost wages and reduced earning potential
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
We provide detailed case evaluations to help you understand the full value of your claim. Learn more in our guide to personal injury claims.
Settlements and jury awards vary based on factors like insurance limits, liability, and jurisdiction. A moderate soft tissue injury may resolve for $15,000 to $50,000, while a severe spinal cord injury could lead to a multi-million dollar settlement.
Can I Still Recover If I Was Partially At Fault
Yes. Missouri follows pure comparative fault, so your compensation is reduced by your fault percentage. In Kansas, if you are 50% or more at fault, recovery is barred; if under 50%, compensation is reduced proportionally.
What Damages Can I Pursue?
When you’re working with a personal injury lawyer, understanding the types of damages you may be entitled to is crucial. These damages are designed to compensate you for the losses you’ve suffered due to someone else’s negligence.
Economic Damages: Economic damages are quantifiable losses that have a direct financial impact. Your personal injury attorney will help you calculate these, which may include:
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
Non-Economic Damages: Non-economic damages are more subjective and harder to quantify. A skilled personal injury lawyer can help you pursue compensation for:
- Pain, suffering, and mental anguish
- Disability
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Punitive Damages: In some cases, a personal injury attorney may seek punitive damages. These are intended to punish the defendant for particularly egregious behavior and deter similar conduct in the future.
Understanding these categories can help you work more effectively with your personal injury lawyer in to build a strong case and seek fair compensation for your injuries.
What To Look For In A Springfield Personal Injury Lawyer
When seeking legal representation after an injury, you want an attorney with experience in personal injury law. An attorney who specializes in personal injury litigation will understand the intricacies of the law and have the expertise to build a strong case. Look for a lawyer who has handled cases like yours, such as:
- Medical malpractice
- Slip and fall accidents
- Vehicle collisions
Experience & Knowlege
Look for an attorney who:
- Shows empathy for your situation
- Listens to your concerns
- Explains things clearly in a way you can understand
- Takes the time to understand the details of your case
- Advocates effectively on your behalf
- Is responsive to your questions
- Keeps you informed at every stage of the legal process
Evaluating Potential Attorneys
Meet with a few candidates to get a feel for their communication style and confidence in taking on insurance companies. Many personal injury attorneys in Springfield offer a free initial consultation to determine if a case is viable. Use these meetings to find an attorney with whom you feel comfortable entrusting your case; you will be working closely together for the duration of the legal process. With the right lawyer on your side, you have the best chance of recovering damages and a sense of justice.
- Their credential, experience, and track record.
- How long have they been practicing?
- What percentage of their caseload is devoted to personal injury?
- What are some of their successes?
Their answers can reveal their commitment to this area of law and their skill in achieving fair settlements and verdicts for clients.
Our Proven Results
Common Types of Personal Injury Cases
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are a common cause of personal injuries in Springfield. We represent clients who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of other drivers, whether it’s a collision on National Avenue near Missouri State University, an incident on Highway 65, or a crash in the busy area around Battlefield Mall. If you have been injured in a car accident, motorcycle accident, or truck accident, we can help you pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering. This includes accidents caused by:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Distracted driving
- Reckless driving
- Uber/Lyft or rideshare accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
Slip & Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents refer to injuries suffered from falling on another’s property due to unsafe conditions. Property owners in Springfield have a responsibility to maintain reasonably safe premises, whether it’s a retail store, restaurant, or public walkway. We can help you determine who is responsible and pursue appropriate compensation if you slipped and fell due to factors like:
- Wet floors
- Uneven pavement
- Poor lighting
- Cluttered walkways
- Icy sidewalks in winter conditions
- Faulty stairwells
Wrongful Death
A wrongful death lawsuit is filed when a person dies due to the legal fault or negligence of another person or entity. We represent the surviving family members who are seeking compensation for the loss of their loved one. If your loved one died due to the negligence or intentional harm of another party, we can help you pursue justice and financial compensation.
Tell Us About Your Case
Our Springfield personal injury attorneys have over 100 years of combined experience. We are passionate about representing individuals injured by the negligence of others. Our team has successfully handled numerous catastrophic injury settlement claims and can take a range of serious injury cases, including: