Milford Personal Injury Lawyer

Milford Personal Injury Attorney

Being in a serious accident can be devastating. In the blink of an eye, your entire life can change, and the injuries and damages you suffer as a result of this accident can alter your future for years to come. When these moments occur in your life, you need the dedicated support and guidance from a Milford personal injury lawyer. These legal professionals can come alongside you in difficult times and offer you tools and options to navigate these complex matters.

Injuries occur all the time, but when they happen due to the careless or negligent actions of someone else, victims deserve fair compensation. At the law firm of Jacobs & Jacobs, our Milford personal injury attorneys have the resources necessary to fully investigate injury claims and help clients recover compensation for their medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering damages, and more. We vigorously stand up to aggressive insurance companies and at-fault parties to ensure that you are taking care of.

What Is a Personal Injury?

A personal injury is an injury that is caused by the negligence, recklessness, or carelessness of another human being. There are several accidents that may result in these injuries, and the severity of this damage can vary depending on the nature of the accident you have suffered. Some of the most common injuries seen in personal injury cases include:

• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Amputation injuries
• Concussions
• Neck and head injuries
• Shoulder injuries
• Broken bones or fractures
• Lacerations, cuts, or bruising
• Puncture wounds
• Crushing or pinning injuries
• Internal bleeding
• Internal organ damage
• Nerve damage
• Severe burns
• Dog bites
• Botched surgery injuries

If you have suffered a personal injury in Milford, CT, you deserve to have compassionate and caring counsel on your side. We can guide you through the complex legalities of these kinds of claims. The assistance of a skilled attorney can be paramount to achieving your desired case outcome.

Why Turn to Jacobs & Jacobs For Help With Your Personal Injury Case

• At Jacobs & Jacobs, our personal injury attorneys believe that success comes through extensive preparation. We get to know our clients and their situation, and we fully prepare every single case as if it will go to trial.
• Because of our broad range of experience in personal injury cases, we have a deep understanding of the issues that injury victims face after their lives have been changed by an accident.
• We take Milford personal injury claims on a contingency fee basis. This means the clients will not have to pay any legal fees until after we obtain the financial compensation they need to get through this difficult time.

How Will a Milford Personal Injury Lawyer Help?

A personal injury attorney is going to handle every aspect of the case on behalf of their client. This is necessary because most injury victims do not have the resources to handle these claims, and they need to be focused on recovering and spending time with their families.

Our Milford personal injury lawyers can obtain all evidence needed to prove liability, including photo video surveillance, statements from eyewitnesses, accident reports, and more. However, the job of an attorney will not stop there. They will also ensure that their client is evaluated by trusted medical and economic professionals in order to properly calculate how much money to ask for from insurance companies and the at-fault party.

Our Milford personal injury lawyers vigorously negotiate on behalf of clients in order to recover the compensation they need. We also fully prepare to take the case to trial if necessary.

The Types of Personal Injury Cases That We Handle

At Jacobs & Jacobs, we handle a wide range of types of injury cases in Milford and throughout Connecticut. This includes the following:

• Car accidents are most often caused by careless or reckless driving, such as speeding or ignoring traffic signals, or distracted driving, such as texting, eating, or drinking while driving. They can also be caused by individuals driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
• Bicycle and pedestrian accidents can be caused when an individual walking in a crosswalk or on a bike is struck by another vehicle driven by someone who is acting reckless, distracted, or driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol.
• Commercial truck accidents often occur because the driver is under the influence, recklessly driving, is distracted, fatigued, or is violating certain safety procedures.
• Motorcycle accidents can be caused when an individual riding a motorcycle is struck by another vehicle due to reckless or distracted driving, or the motorcycle strikes a roadway hazard such as a pothole, and the driver crashes and becomes injured.
• Dog bites are particularly devastating for small children or the elderly. In addition to the physical wounds caused by a dog bite, the victims can also suffer long-lasting emotional and psychological trauma from an animal attack.
• Product liability claims refer to injuries caused by defective products. These can include defective vehicle components, defective medical devices, contaminated drugs or food, or poorly designed goods meant for consumers.
• Premises liability claims can be filed when an individual enters the property of another and suffers an injury. Property owners have a duty to maintain the safety of the property they own and when they do not, injuries can occur.
• Slip and fall accidents can occur when an individual visits a property of another and slips, trips, or falls due to factors such as worn or torn carpet, uneven surfaces, crumbling stairs, missing or inadequate lighting or safety handrails, snow and ice, or slick surfaces.
• Work injury cases occur when an individual suffers an injury at their place of work. The most common causes of these injuries are vehicle collisions, falling from great heights, being struck by a falling object, being crushed or pinned by heavy machinery, slipping on ice, or being electrocuted by exposed wiring.
• Construction accidents occur at a construction site, especially in cases where state and federal safety procedures are being violated. Common construction site accidents include heavy machinery accidents, vehicle collisions, falling from scaffolding, trenching collapses, and electrocution.
• Medical malpractice claims can be initiated when an individual is harmed by a medical procedure due to either the negligence of their doctor or other medical personnel (nurses, physicians assistants, etc.) These accidents can include birth injuries, misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, medication or anesthesia errors, and surgical mistakes.
• Nursing home negligence can include reckless, negligent, or intentional acts of abuse against the elderly, including financial, emotional, or physical abuse, or the neglect of the basic needs of the individual in the nursing home.
• Injuries to a child, such as in cases of child abuse or neglect.
• …and more

If you do not see the exact cause of your injury on this list, please review our FAQ page and contact one of our attorneys so we can analyze your case and help determine the best steps forward for your situation. In addition to these injury cases, our attorneys also offer compassionate and complete legal advice for those who need to file wrongful death lawsuits on behalf of their deceased loved ones.

Damages Recoverable in a Personal Injury Claim

There are several damages that may be recoverable in a personal injury claim. Your ability to recover these damages typically depends on the severity and nature of the injury you have sustained. Common forms of recoverable damages in a personal injury claim can include:

• Cost of medical bills incurred as a result of the accident
• Any future anticipated medical costs
• The costs of hospital stays
• The expenses involved in the diagnosis
• Rehabilitation costs
• Therapy or counseling costs
• Medication costs
• The purchase of any medical equipment
• Lost wages
• The loss of future earning ability
• Loss of employment benefits like health insurance, retirement, and stock options
• Property damage, such as damage to a vehicle, laptop, or cell phone
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Mental anguish
• Possible punitive damages
• Wrongful death

A seasoned attorney from Jacobs & Jacobs can examine the details of your personal injury case and determine what kind of damages you may be entitled to receive in a personal injury claim. You can trust us to have your interests in mind when making this assessment.

How Much Do Personal Injury Lawyers Charge in CT?

In personal injury cases, Jacobs & Jacobs does not require that the client pay any money up front. Our fee is based upon a percentage of what we obtain for the client.  That percentage is set by Connecticut law.  Before you hire Jacobs & Jacobs, an attorney will explain the fee structure to you and make sure that you understand it completely.

When Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in CT?

You should hire a personal injury lawyer as soon as you can after suffering damage in a personal injury accident. This will allow your attorney to gather the necessary evidence in a case to prove your claim, and they can begin to prepare for any negotiations or litigation that may arise throughout the duration of your claim.

Call a Milford Personal Injury Lawyer Today

If you or a loved one has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another person or entity, reach out to the team at Jacobs & Jacobs for help today. Our Milford and New Haven personal injury lawyers pledge to use our resources and legal expertise to fully investigate your claim and help you recover total compensation for your losses. When you need an experienced injury attorney, you can contact us for a free consultation by clicking here or calling us at (203) 777-2300.