What is Involved in a Personal Injury Claim?

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What is Involved in a Personal Injury Claim?
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A Personal Injury Claim

• If you have been injured in an accident that was
  someone
• elses fault and are thinking of filing a claim,
  it is
• important that you understand what is involved.

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Hiring a Lawyer

• Your lawyer will investigate the circumstances of
  your case and determine if you are eligible to
  file for compensation.

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Attorney Communication

• Your attorney will communicate with the lawyer of
  the at-fault party to discuss compensation for
  the injuries you have sustained.
• The at- fault partys lawyer may agree to the
  terms or attempt to negotiate a settlement.

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Fact Finding

• The attorneys for both sides will review evidence
  such as
• police reports, witness statements, and medical
  records.

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Filing a Lawsuit

• If a settlement cannot be reached after multiple
  negotiation attempts, your attorney may file a
  lawsuit with the appropriate court.

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Negotiation and Settlement

• Negotiation and settlement may occur at any point
  during a personal injury case.
• Parties can negotiate and settle the case before
  trial.
• In many cases, a settlement is reached before
  trial.

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If the Case Goes to Trial

• The jury will make the final decision about who
  was at
• fault and how much money should be awarded to the
• victim.

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Attorney Eric Reinken

• If you have sustained an injury in an accident
  because of someone elses negligence, we can
  help.
• We will investigate the circumstances of your
  case and work diligently to ensure that you
  receive fair compensation.

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