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What To Expect From A Personal Injury Lawyer In Boston

There are many advantages to hiring a lawyer following an accident. But if you have never needed to hire legal representation before, you may not be real clear on what a lawyer will do for you. Here is what to expect from a personal injury lawyer in Boston, regardless if you are dealing with a car accident, or any other kind of injury case.

First, the attorney will meet with you (or his paralegal) to discuss your case, namely, the liability and damages. Then he will send letters of representation to the necessary parties and insurance adjusters.

Things To Do After A Slip And Fall 

No one ever wants to slip and fall. These accidents can cause personal injuries to innocent people. These injuries can range from stains and sprains, broken bones, to even wrongful death. Here are things to do after a slip and fall.

If you can, take pictures of where you fell. Whether you slipped on a liquid on the floor of a store, or snow and ice in a parking lot, photos can greatly help a claim if a propery owner was negligent.

Should You Talk With The Insurance Company After An Accident?

If you recently had an accident, you may be getting phone calls from an insurance adjuster. Maybe you are receiving confusing paperwork that you are being asked to sign? Maybe the adjuster is pressuring you to sign a release? But something does not feel quite right. If you are wondering should you talk with the insurance company after an accident, the answer is a resounding no. Here is why.

No matter what type of accident you had, the insurance adjuster is not on your side. Regardless if the accident was an automobile crash, motorcycle accident, slip and fall, workers’ compensation accident, or some other accident, you should not speak with the insurance company.

When To Call A Car Accident Attorney 

People after they have had a car crash wonder when to call a car accident attorney. It is important to explore what your legal options are, and a lawyer can help you do that. But not every wreck requires an attorney’s assistance. Here is when to call a car accident attorney.

If you were not at fault for causing the accident then you should reach out for legal help. For example, if you were rear-end, T-boned, or the victim of a distracted driver, then it would be wise to consult with a lawyer. But even if you were partially at-fault, you can still file a Massachusetts car accident claim. This is because of a legal doctrine called comparative negligence. As long as you are not greater than 50% at-fault for causing the accident, then you can file a claim.

Free Massachusetts Personal Injury Books

We here at the Earley Law Group Injury Lawyers recently published a series of free books. They cover a variety of Massachusetts personal injury topics such as:

• Car Accidents

Why Do Personal Injury Cases Take So Long?

Many people that have been injured due to negligence hire a personal injury lawyer to handle the case on their own. Almost all of these people at some point wonder why do personal injury cases take so long? That is a great question. Here are some common reasons as to why they take so long.

First, your case cannot settle until your medical treatments has ended. For example, if you were involved in a car accident and injured your neck or back, you likely are receiving medical treatment. You may have already been to the hospital, your primary care physician (PCP), as well as perhaps a chiropractor or physical therapist. Only when the accident-related medical treatment has ended can your car accident lawyer settle the case.

What To Do After You Slip And Fall On Black Ice

Winter is upon us in New England. That means black ice will cause many people to slip and fall. These accidents can cause very serious personal injuries such as broken bones, which may or may not require surgery to repair. If you experience one of these accidents, it is important to know what to do after you slip and fall on black ice.

First, be sure to report the accident as quickly as possible. If the fall happens outside a store, or on a rental property, or in a parking lot, make sure to report exactly what happened to the property owner. And make sure they create an incident report.

Happy Holidays
From all of us at the Earley Law Group Injury Lawyers, we wish you and your loved ones a safe, happy, and prosperous holiday season.
Be careful on the roads as the rate of car accidents increases greatly around the holidays. Specifically, there are many drinking and driving accidents so never drink and drive.

Why Personal Injury Lawyers Are Not Taking Your Case

Many people mistakenly assume that a personal injury lawyer can help whenever someone is injured. In reality, lawyers who handle accident cases have to be very selective with the cases that accept. The reason for this is the attorney only gets paid if he is able to recover for you financial compensation for your injuries. If you find no lawyer is taking on your case, here are some possible reasons as to why.

If the statute of limitations has run out, then no injury attorney will be able to help you. These deadlines are firm with very limited exceptions. If the statute of limitations has expired, no lawyer will take your case because at that point, there is no case to pursue.

When To Call A Personal Injury Lawyer

The aftermath of an accident can be challenging. You may be racking up medical bills, lost wages, and other financial losses. Maybe you are receiving paperwork from an insurance company, and you don’t know what you are supposed to do. You don’t want to make any mistakes, but you have never been through this type of situation so you may be confused.

Depending on the situation, it is important to know when to call a personal injury lawyer. Here is what you should keep in mind.