PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS IN FRESNO, CA

The amount of compensation you can receive from a personal injury claim depends on the unique circumstances surrounding your case. Generally, however, you can seek compensation for the monetary and non-monetary losses you incurred because of the accident. For example, you may be able to recover compensation for the following:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost income due to the inability to work
• Lost future income if your injuries prevent you from returning to work or working in the same capacity
• Property damages
• Any other out-of-pocket expenses
• Physical pain
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Disability or disfigurement

The exact amount you can receive will depend on many factors. For example, the nature and severity of your injuries, accident liability, and insurance policy limits are just a few factors that can affect your recovery.

If you have suffered injuries as a result of someone else's wrongdoing, do not wait to contact us for a free consultation. We can help you understand whether you have a viable claim to pursue compensation. Based on your unique situation, we can also give you a better idea of what you may be able to expect in terms of your claim's value.

Most Fresno personal injury attorneys, including ours, work on a contingency fee basis. This arrangement allows you to pursue justice and compensation without the financial risk or burden typically associated with hiring a lawyer. 

Under a contingency fee agreement, you do not pay any upfront fees for our legal services or handling your case. Additionally, our payment is contingent upon winning your case. 

We only get paid if we secure a fair settlement or court award for you. If we win your case, then our fee is a pre-agreed percentage of the settlement or verdict. If we fail to secure compensation for you, then you owe us nothing.

If the other party's insurance company contacts you after an accident or injury, you should cooperate but stick to the facts. Insurance companies have a reputation for trying to undervalue claims by using your statements against you. Therefore, you want to be careful about what you say. A few tips for protecting your legal rights while talking to the insurance company include:

• Decline a request for a recorded statement.
• Provide only basic facts about the accident, such as the date, time of day, location, and involved parties.
• Do not speculate or offer opinions about how the accident occurred.
• Do not discuss your injuries.
• Avoid apologizing for anything or admitting fault.
• Do not accept any settlement offer without consulting with an experienced Fresno personal injury attorney.

If you already have a personal injury lawyer in Fresno, then you should refer any communication with the insurance companies to them. You can tell the insurance adjuster you have an attorney and provide them with your attorney's name and contact information. You can also ask for the insurance adjuster's name and contact information and tell them you will have your attorney follow up if needed.