Why Sue?
Because an injured person should not have to become a ward of the family or, for that matter, a ward of the taxpayer. The person who should pay is the person who caused the injury either directly or through negligence. The Legal Process: Case Review: The strengths and weaknesses of each case are assessed and the liability of each of the potential defendants is evaluated. We review all medical reports and police files. Depending on the nature of the case, we may consult with medical, vocational rehabilitation, accident reconstruction or other experts. We project a range of monetary values which we believe would likely be awarded by a jury. We discuss with the client the merits of the case and the likelihood of prevailing at trial. Settlement Efforts: Discussions are opened with the defendant’s insurance carrier in an attempt to settle the matter. Many cases are able to be settled out of court at this time. However, if these discussions are unsuccessful, we recommend a lawsuit. It is imp