QUICK FACTS
GETTINGSTARTED
Have you or a loved one been injured in an accident? We are here to help you.
Personal Injury Law helps a person, like you, get the compensation you deserve. Whether you have been through a car accident, slip and fall, or another type of personal injury accident, Rob Levine Law can help you.
This book will outline the claims process and explain the most important things you need to know about personal injury cases.
Being injured from an accident can be a scary and confusing experience. We are here to help you through this process.
You can afford a personal injury lawyer. Rob Levine Law offers a Fee Free Policy. This means that you do not pay until we win your case.
Our law firm specializes in Personal Injury which includes, but is not limited to, vehicle accidents, slip and falls, boating accidents, dog bites, and any injury due to another person's negligence.
We practice Personal Injury Law in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut Personal injury cases have a statute of limitations which means there is a time limit to submit your claim. That is why it is important to contact a Personal Injury Attorney immediately after you seek medical attention.
THE ACCIDENT
WHATTODO
You have been in an accident- it can feel impossible to make sense of what just occurred. Follow these steps to ensure you are safe and have the proper information:
1. Check for Injuries
Make sure that you and anyone else involved in the accident is okay. If you need to move, do it slowly and with caution to ensure you don't hurt yourself.
2. Get to a Safe Area
If you can, get to safe area. If you have been involved in a vehicle accident, get to the side of the road to lower your risk of getting in another crash.
3. Call for Help
Always call 911 after an accident. Officers are trained to properly document an accident. If you have injuries, make sure to request medical attention.
4. Collect Information
If your accident involved other people, make sure you get their contact information. Document the accident as best as you can. If there were witnesses to the accident, collect their information as well.
5. Seek Medical Attention
After the accident, follow up with your healthcare provider to make sure all injuries have been documented.
6. Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you feel as if another person is at fault for your injuries or damages, you need to contact a Personal Injury Attorney immediately. Rob Levine Law provides free case evaluations so that you can see how much your case is truly worth.
LIABILITY
DETERMININGWHOISATFAULT
The accident is over, but you are still in pain. Now what? There is so much running through your mind; is everyone okay? How will I afford this? Who is to blame?
The next step may be to get a Personal Injury Lawyer and file a personal injury claim.
What is a Personal Injury Claim?
A personal injury claim is the formal process in which the injured plaintiff (you) seeks financial compensation from another party that they feel is liable for the actions taken.
A Personal Injury Law Firm like Rob Levine Law helps you through this claims process, relieving you of that stress so you can focus on getting better.
What is Negligence?
Negligence is the act of being careless or unprepared. If someones negligence
caused your injury they are liable for the accident. Negligent people in Personal Injury cases include a distracted driver, an owner of a dog that attacked you, a landlord that did not fix a broken step, etc.
How to Prove Negligence:
1. Duty: The defendant owed a Duty to the Plaintiff
2. Breach: The duty was not followed through
3. Cause: The breach of the duty caused harm
4. Harm: The Plaintiff is harmed from the breach of duty
PROCESS
FREQUENTLYASKEDQUESTIONS
What is the claims process like? If you are concerned about your case, don't be. Our experienced team will do all of the work for you.
What is Your Case Worth?
As every case is different, the worth of each case is dependent on the situation. Your compensation is dependent on:
-Medical costs
-Lost wages
-Pain and suffering
The more documentation and detail you have on the accident, the more likely you are to get more compensation. A Personal Injury Attorney can help you gather all of the information you need to get the most out of your claim.
How Long Does This Process Last?
The lifetime of a claim is dependent on the case. On average, these cases take about 6 months, but can take up to 3 years to settle.
Why is the Case Taking so Long to Settle?
-There are uncertainties with the case
-You are still treating your injuries
-The case involves a lot of money
How Does my Lawyer get Paid?
We do not charge our clients unless we win their case. This means that all of the work we do for you is free until you settle. You can always afford a Personal Injury Lawyer. If we win your case for you, we take a percentage of the settlement.
