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How the Injury Lawsuit Process Works

If you have been injured in an accident and need to recover damages for medical bills or lost income, it is possible to file a lawsuit. Many people aren't sure about the process of filing a lawsuit.

This blog post will talk about five milestones that all personal injury claims must be able to pass through.

Time to File

Each state has a statute of limitations that sets the period of time following an accident, you are required to start a lawsuit. If you don't file your claim in this time frame the claim is almost always dismissed.

After a case has been filed the parties begin a process called discovery. This involves exchanging information like documents, witness testimony and depositions. This can take a long time, depending on the complexity of the case.

A good lawyer will present a settlement demand. Your lawyer will only be able to make this demand after you have achieved your maximum medical improvement.

You may also have to adhere to additional deadlines if you were injured by a government entity the government or by a physician who is employed by the government. These are generally called "discovery rules" or equitable tolling, and are specific to each case. Your attorney can clarify these more in detail. Generally the cases are quicker to resolve than other cases.

Statute of Limitations

It is crucial to start a lawsuit for personal injury before the statute of limitations in your state expires. These deadlines apply to a wide range of personal injury claims, including car accidents and medical malpractice claims. They also apply to product liability claims as well as wrongful death cases.

In the majority of states, the statute of limitations "clock" starts to tick on the day that you were injured. There are exceptions to this rule, which could cause it to stop in certain cases. For instance the discovery rule permits you to file a claim after you have discovered (or should have discovered with reasonable care) the injury.

The statute of limitations may be reduced or even tolled in certain cases in certain circumstances, for example, if the plaintiff is underage or mentally disabled. It is recommended to consult an experienced injury attorney to determine the precise statute of limitations applicable to your particular case. If you try to file a claim after the statute of limitations has expired your case will most likely be dismissed by the court. This could result in devastating consequences for the victim and their family.

Damages

A person who wins in an injury lawsuit is entitled to compensation. This could include money to pay for the medical treatment of the victim, lost wages, and the expenses that result from an accident. Other kinds of damages compensate someone who is suffering from emotional distress or loss of satisfaction due to an accident.

The amount of damages is determined by a jury, based on the evidence presented in court. Your attorney will argue that the defendant did not act with the level of care that a reasonable person would have used in the same circumstance that led to your injury.

Special damages, like the cost of repairing or replacing damaged property or the value lost earnings when an injury keeps you from working or forces you to take a vacation or sick leave, are simple to determine. General damages are also called pain and suffering. They are more difficult to determine. Many attorneys and insurance companies employ a multiplier to estimate the amount of general damages, such as the ratio of 1.5 to 5. General damages tend to be more severe for injuries that are serious as opposed to minor or short-term injuries.

Mediation

Although it isn't an essential element of any injury case, mediation can be used to settle a dispute without having a judge or jury decide on the outcome. At the mediation, you will be able to discuss your concerns with an impartial third party known as a mediator.

The mediator will ask questions to determine the amount you would like to settle and what your expectations are. The two parties will sit down with the mediator. Then, you can make counteroffers and exchange offers to find a solution.

The negligent party and the victim of injury would like to go to court therefore the goal is to settle the matter in mediation. This is a crucial step to avoid the lengthy and stressful litigation process. Most injury cases settle through mediation, lawsuit even those that involve the largest insurance companies. Pfeifer Morgan & Stesiak will help you negotiate a settlement that is best for you, no matter if you have been involved in an accident at work or an auto accident. Contact us today to set up an initial consultation for free. We can meet at a convenient location near Pittsburgh or Monroeville.

Trial

Although the majority of injuries cases are settled outside of the courtroom, your attorney could decide that going to trial is required. This will depend on your personal circumstances, your evidence and the settlement offer made by the insurer of the defendant.

Your attorney will present your case to a jury during the trial. The jury will be responsible to determine if the defendant was negligent and, if so, how much compensation you'll receive to cover your injuries, expenses and financial losses.

During trial your lawyer will present evidence to prove that the negligence of the defendant caused to your injuries and that the financial damages needed compensate for your losses and expenses. The defense will make use of evidence to argue the allegations you make, and to stop them from having to pay any amount. After both sides have made their closing arguments and the jury has a chance to deliberate. The verdict, which is delivered by the judge or jury in a bench trial, will determine whether the defendant was negligent and should it be determined what amount of financial compensation you should be awarded.

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