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Rob Levine & Associates is dedicated to helping those in need of assistance with personal injury claims, Social Security benefits, and Veterans disabilities. Accidents happen and The Heavy Hitter is here for you when they do. The experienced attorneys in our offices can help you get the justice you deserve. We offer free consultations and there is no fee unless you win your case!
What is Personal Injury Law?
Personal injury law is when an individual sustains an injury due to another’s negligence and they pursue legal action to obtain compensation for expenses related to the accident. A personal injury lawyer can help the claimant understand their rights and file their claim.
Personal Injury Statistics You Should Know
- In 2019, there were a total of 48.3 million injuries.
- There were 173,040 preventable deaths.
- There was $1,097.9 billion in costs.
- Car accidents account for 52% of personal injury cases followed by medical malpractice (15%).
- Medical malpractice cases are the most difficult personal injury cases to win with only a 19% success rate.
Do You Have a Case?
After experiencing a personal injury, the last thing you want to worry about is proving your case. An experienced personal injury attorney can assist you with determining whether you have a case and how to go about filing your claim. To win your case, you will need to prove the following:
Duty – The defendant owed a legal duty of care.
Breach – The defendant breached their duty of care.
Causation – Your injuries were a direct result of the defendant’s negligence.
Damages – Any damages suffered were a direct result of the accident.
Determining fault after an accident can be overwhelming. A personal injury lawyer can help you file your claim and collect any necessary evidence to hold the defendant responsible for their negligence.
Claim vs. Lawsuit
All personal injury cases start as personal injury claims. Once the claim has been filed, the case will enter a negotiation stage. During negotiations, both parties will discuss the accident and come to an agreement on a fair settlement.
If an agreement cannot be reached, you may have the opportunity to file a lawsuit and take the case to court. When you go to court, it is highly advised to have legal help from an experienced attorney. Without strong legal representation, your personal injury lawsuit is not likely to win.
Protect Your Rights
After an accident, it’s important to take the necessary steps to protect your rights and increase your chances of receiving compensation.
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- Contact the Proper Authorities
Call 911 and request a rescue if you are injured. If the accident happened on someone else’s property, you may need to contact the property owner.
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- Receive Medical Attention
It is especially important to receive medical attention if you are injured both for the sake of your health as well as the sake of your personal injury case. Even if you do not appear injured at the time, it’s advised to speak with a medical professional in case there are underlying injuries. If you fail to receive medical attention, it may be assumed that your injuries were not that severe.
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- Collect Evidence
Take relevant photos or videos at the scene of the accident, acquire witness testimonies and their contact information, and obtain all medical records and bills.
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- Don’t Sign Anything
Insurance adjusters may try to pressure you into signing paperwork. However, you should not sign anything without consulting your personal injury attorney.
PERSONAL INJURY CASES
The attorneys at Rob Levine & Associates specialize in a variety of personal injury claims including, but not limited to:
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- Car accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Bicycle accidents
- Boat accidents
- Bus accidents
- Dog bites
- Motorcycle accidents
- Rideshare accidents
- Slip and fall accidents
- Truck accidents
- Workers’ compensation
- Child Sex Abuse Rights
- Sex Trafficking
- Nursing home abuse
- Wrongful death
- Zantac Lawsuit
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Areas of Expertise
The attorneys at Rob Levine & Associates specialize in a variety of personal injury claims including, but not limited to:
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Injury or accident case
- Dial 911 and report the accident. Let them know if there are any injuries and always request a rescue if you are injured.
- Never move your vehicle prior to the police arriving.
- If you are able to exit your vehicle, take pictures of the accident scene from a distance so that you can see all of the vehicles involved and all of the vehicles in one picture. Then take close-up pictures of each vehicle involved. Make sure to include the damage, license plate of the vehicle, and a picture of the driver.
- If there is a witness to the accident, ask them to wait for the police to arrive so they can give a statement. If they cannot wait, ask if you can take a picture of their identification and then include a picture of them holding their identification that you can read.
- Once the police arrive, make a statement as to how the accident occurred. Ensure that the police talk to the witness and takes their statement as well. If the witness left prior to the police arrival, show the police officer a picture of the witness and their identification, making sure that, on the police report, they are noted as a witness that had to leave before his arrival.
- If you are injured, never refuse medical treatment by rescue personnel. Be transported by rescue to the nearest hospital to get medical treatment.
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- You and the other driver can agree to follow each other and meet at the police department to make a report.
- If you are not going to meet at the police department to make a report, you should exchange the following information to include a copy of their license, motor vehicle registration, insurance card, a picture of their license plate, and a picture of the other driver. Remember, you should have documented photos of the scene of the accident and damages to vehicles as well.
- If you are involved in a bus accident and you are injured, make sure either you or someone else has dialed 911 to request a rescue as well as the police to document the accident.
- The bus driver should be creating a list of all the passengers on the bus at the time of the accident. Ensure that your name is written on the list, then take a picture of the list and the bus driver holding the list.
- Ensure you receive a receipt showing proof that you were on the bus. Take a picture of the receipt to preserve it.
- Take pictures of the damage to the bus, any vehicles involved in the accident, and/or any items damaged, i.e., a tree.
- If you are injured, do not refuse medical attention. Be transported by rescue to the nearest or most appropriate hospital for treatment.
Injury or accident case
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