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What Are the Steps to Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

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If you’ve recently been injured in an accident, you may be thinking about filing a personal injury claim so that you can get help paying for your medical care and other damages. Personal injury lawsuits can allow you to get the funds you need to get your life back on track after the effects of a catastrophic injury.

While personal injury lawsuits can be complicated, it can help to be aware of the steps that are involved.

Getting Started with a Personal Injury Claim

First, it will be necessary to gather the proper evidence so that your attorney can examine the details of the accident and determine who or what caused it. This involves gathering any photos, video, and documentation of the accident site, as well as your injuries. You will also need any medical records related to your accident-related injuries.

After meeting with your attorney, he or she will help you navigate the following steps:

Filing initial legal papers, including complaints, answers, or motions
Gathering information from the other party, such as through depositions or interrogatories
Negotiation and resolution, which could prevent the case from going to trial
Settlement
Trial

It’s important to understand that many personal injury cases are resolved or reach settlement before court ever becomes necessary. However, it takes a qualified personal injury lawyer to negotiate and make sure that you get the best settlement offer available.

It’s also important that you contact an attorney immediately to ensure that you have enough time to file your case. Because of Utah’s statute of limitations, you only have four years to pursue your personal injury claim, and just one year if the government was at fault.

The Risk of Accepting a Settlement on Your Own

Once you have an experienced injury lawyer in your corner, you can begin working with the other party and his or her representatives. During this process, it’s common for insurance companies to offer settlements, but they often aren’t sufficient and likely won’t cover all of the expenses and damages that you have suffered.

Your lawyer can examine the details, negotiate, and make sure you get the compensation you need and deserve—often without even going to court. It is crucial that you avoid accepting settlements that your attorney has not looked over first.

Help from an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney

Following the steps for filing a personal injury lawsuit can be confusing, especially if you have been severely injured and need to focus on your recovery. A capable and knowledgeable personal injury lawyer can navigate the process on your behalf and make certain that you get the compensation you deserve.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a personal injury accident, you don’t have to try to figure out the process by yourself. Craig Swapp & Associates has the experience and knowledge you need to get the compensation you deserve. To get started, call us toll-free at 1-800-404-9000 or fill out the form below to schedule a free consultation.

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