Michigan Personal Injury Attorney
Hire a Michigan Personal Injury Lawyer
Personal injury law is an area of law practice that concerns physical, emotional and mental injuries that happen to people as opposed to property. Sometimes the injuries are obvious and life-threatening. Other times, even serious symptoms may not become apparent until much later. Always the injuries are tragic.
If your child or loved one has been injured you may be entitled to a settlement or financial compensation. Unfortunately, many victims will not receive fair and just compensation because they don’t contact a skilled attorney. The legal road in personal injury cases is often bumpy and fraught with obstacles for those who are not familiar with the court system. We have the experience, compassion and grit to get you the financial award you deserve. Don’t settle for less just because someone tries to intimidate you. We have inside information that they don’t want you to know. Don’t risk waiting.
Our lawyers have already handled many Michigan personal injury cases. We understand the pain, worry and financial hardship that injuries can cause, and our attorneys are ready and eager to help you fight for a fair and just settlement for you and your loved ones. At Scott Goodwin Law P.C., we work hard to get everyone, rich or poor, the justice and compensation they deserve in their personal injury case. Call us anytime, 24 hours a day, we’ll be happy to serve you. Remember, Scott Goodwin LawP.C. fights for you and your rights.
We can help if you have suffered a serious injury as a result of:
- An automobile crash
- A motorcycle accident
- A slip and fall accident
- A defective product
- A bicycle accident
- A boating mishap
- An unsafe workplace
- A construction site accident
Statistics
- According to the National Center for Health Statistics, more than 31 million people are injured every year and almost two million of those people require hospitalization.
- More than 150,000 people die from injuries each year, and awards for victims of injuries total into the millions of dollars every year.
Common Types of Injuries
You are entitled to bring a claim against the party responsible, and you may be financially compensated for your injury, with no charge or legal fees unless and until we win money for you. Click on the links to read more and see if our lawyers can help you fight for the justice you deserve. Remember, at Scott Goodwin Law P.C., we fight for you.
Personal Injury FAQ
Why Do You Need A Personal Injury Lawyer?
Recovering from a traumatic injury can be complicated enough on its own, but a personal injury lawyer can help you see through the entire process. Personal injury claims tend to involve a number of different factors such as insurance claims, medical bills, and property damage, and the laws surrounding each of them can be too complex for the layperson to handle on their own. By hiring a personal injury lawyer like the compassionate and talented staff of Scott Goodwin Law P.C., you can seek the compensation and justice you deserve.
What is Personal Injury Law?
Personal injury law is a series of laws that cover disputes between two parties, when the actions of one have led to the other party being injured. While the laws around personal injury can be complex and difficult to navigate, the goal of these laws is to establish responsibility for your injury, and to assign financial liability as needed for your injury as well as your recovery.
What Do Personal Injury Lawyers Do?
During a personal injury case, the goal of injury lawyers is to help you seek the maximum possible compensation and determine responsibility for your injuries. Personal injury lawyers will work alongside you to help answer any questions the insurance companies may have, present your case to the judge as necessary, and determine what sort of financial compensation you may be entitled to. This financial compensation can include lost wages due to time off work during recovery, psychiatric therapy to help recover from the trauma of your injury, medical expenses, and overall pain and suffering from the events of your injury.
When Should I Contact A Personal Injury Lawyer?
It’s important to contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after your injury. Whatever the cause of your injury (dog bite, car accident, personal assault, etc), you’ll likely be contacted by the other parties’ insurance company very soon after with a number of questions, and having a lawyer present to help answer those questions and address any issues will make sure you can get the maximum possible compensation for your injury.
What Should I Look For In A Personal Injury Lawyer?
A lot of lawyers out there say they handle personal injury cases, but due to the varied nature of these claims, personal injury law can require a large number of skills and experiences to help you get the maximum compensation for your claim. The right personal injury lawyer should have experience in a number of different facets of injury law and types of injury, as well as the strong winning track record to back it all up.