The short answer to this question is, yes. Personal injury claims are very complex, and require the expertise and guidance of an experienced litigator. Insurance adjusters are professionals at minimizing settlements and will negotiate with you directly. However, a licensed attorney is your best chance at recovering the maximum compensation for your injury case. They retain the proper knowledge, resources, and long-standing relationships to ensure you obtain a fair settlement. Furthermore, they can explain your case circumstances and proceedings in a language you can clearly understand. Whether you were sexually harassed, assaulted, or injured in a car or truck accident, Carl Brizzi is available to discuss the merits of your matter, potential solutions and fight for a full financial recovery.

We recommend that you do not talk directly with an insurance adjuster after an accident. It is common for insurance companies to tell clients they do not need to hire a lawyer for their accident claim. In fact, as a recent victim of a personal injury accident, you can expect the other party’s insurance carrier to say this. Their objective is to compensate you as little as possible, or not at all, for each and every case. No matter how compassionate the adjuster assigned to your matter might seem to be, they are trained to convince you to accept the smallest settlement possible, or none at all. Carl Brizzi recommends that you always consult with a lawyer, no matter how minor or major your case. Carl Brizzi does accept cases on contingency fee and initial consultations are always free.

The cost to meet with and hire a personal injury lawyer varies from law firm to law firm. Our Indianapolis personal injury lawyers make it easy for prospective clients by offering free initial consultations by telephone, Zoom, and in-person, and working on contingency. This means you do not pay any money out of your pocket to hire Carl Brizzi. In most cases, we can get started on your claim the very same day. Contact us at 317-636-7497 to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer or the firm’s intake case manager about your recent accident, assault, or abuse, today.

Every personal injury case is different, so the types of damages awarded to a victim will vary greatly. Some awards, called settlements, can be negotiated without a jury trial. Sometimes a jury trial is necessary. There are various categories of damages, all having their own sub-categories. Such categories and subcategories of awarded damages in personal injury settlements include economic damages, noneconomic damages, general damages, compensatory damages, exemplary damages, punitive damages, actual damages, special damages, hedonic damages, aggravated damages, and more. The most reliable way to determine and understand which damages your claim might be eligible for is to consult with an Indianapolis personal injury attorney for a personalized case evaluation.

• Medical Expenses and Hospital Bills
• Future expenses
• Lost Wages from Missed Work
• Loss of Ability to Work or Perform Same Work Duties
• Permanent, Partial, and Temporary Disability
• Pain and Suffering
• Mental Anguish/Emotional Distress
• Reduced Quality of Life
• Permanent Scarring/Disfigurement
• Loss of Consortium/Companionship
• And Much More

Pain and suffering can represent several types of damages and losses, such as physical pain previously or currently experienced, emotional distress, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mental anguish, emotional stress, loss of consortium, physical disablement, loss of ability to work, decreased quality of life, grief, humiliation, damaged reputation, wrongful death, and similar miseries related to the personal injury accident or abuse.

After being involved in an accident, the most important thing you can do is seek appropriate medical attention needed – no matter what decisions you make about a lawsuit. Your health is very important. at the scene of the incident, post-incident, and periodically throughout your recovery. Medical records and documents are one of the most impactful pieces of evidence in personal injury cases, so always be sure you see a licensed practitioner immediately, follow doctors’ orders at all times, and retain all medical records relevant to your case, including therapy and counseling.

Don’t wait too long to make your accident claim because you are running against the clock. Here in Indiana, personal injury claims have statutes of limitations, which means you only have a specific amount of time to file an injury claim. After that time passes, victims are no longer eligible to make a claim for compensation. The amount of time differs depending on the type of personal injury case. The statute of limitations for civil lawsuits in Indiana, particularly pertaining to personal injuries, is two years. Other claims can vary, such as some claims are for six years or more. Certain claims require affirmative actions be taken either 180 or 270 days after the injury.

If you’ve been reading through all of these FAQs, you have likely picked up on the fact that no two personal injury cases are exactly alike. For this reason, it is difficult to offer a claim evaluation without knowing all the surrounding circumstances. Several factors influence your final settlement total, from the skills and resources of your hired legal team, to your own conduct during recovery, expert opinions, severity of your injuries, and level of negligence of the opposing party. Carl Brizzi is ready to provide a case evaluation.

Unfortunately, not all personal injury cases are cut and dry. Sometimes, an injured person is not eligible to pursue legal action after getting hurt in an accident and other instances they are – it depends on the surrounding circumstances. There are several legal elements that must be present in order for an accident victim to collect a settlement after sustaining a serious injury. To get a better understanding of your potential eligibility for legal action ask yourself, “Was I injured at no fault of my own?” Even if you answer yes, you might have a meritorious lawsuit; however it depends on surrounding facts. Even if you might have been partially at-fault for your accident or subsequent injuries, you may still have a claim. Contact Carl Brizzi, accident attorney, to learn your eligibility and options for recovering compensation through a personal injury settlement.

Just like several other elements of a personal injury case, the total amount of time it takes to reach completion will vary depending on an infinite list of factors. Some settlements take weeks or months to finalize while others come after multiple years of litigation and courtroom appearances. While no one has a crystal ball, an experienced accident lawyer can offer some insight to your case’s projected timeline.