When you have suffered an injury caused by another person, you need good advice and legal representation. We handle a wide variety of personal injury and property damage matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability [slip-n-fall], insurance disputes, trespass and nuisance claims.
We know the multitude of issues confronting accident victims and we are here to help you when help is most necessary. Our initial consultation is without charge.
We carefully select the personal injury and property damages cases we accept. When possible, we try to reach settlement without court action. If you would like more information about how we might be able to assist you, please contact Elissa Kokis at our firm.
Important Considerations for the Injured Person
1. Treat your injuries. Your health and well-being should be your primary concern. Be sure to follow your physicians’ advice at all times. Don’t forgo any treatment. You will not be compensated for skipping recommended treatments. Taking a stoic position and trying to “tough it out” will not help you get well and it wont be compensable in a future claim.
2. Track all expenses and keep all receipts related to the injury.
3. Keep track of mileage to and from all appointments related to the injury.
4. Maintain all documentation for work/income losses.
- A. Keep track of time off work related to the injury.
- B. Keep track of any sick or vacation days taken for the injury or to attend appointments related to the injury.
- C. If you are self-employed and someone else absorbs your work load following your injury, you won’t be able to show a financial loss that is compensable unless your business taxes show a loss in profits for that period of time. If you must be away from work, consider replacing your position with a paid temporary employee whose wages can be part of a future claim.
5. Keep a diary of your experience – taking note of injuries, pain, the recovery process, your losses, including limitations in activities and hobbies, lost opportunities, changes in relationships with friends and family, and impacts on your job or career. All of these aspects of your life may be affected by an injury, and it is important that you document them as they arise.
6. Do not settle with an insurance company until you are fully recovered and have had your case reviewed by an attorney.
Above all, take care of yourself and follow your doctor’s advice.
