Currently focusing on general liability litigation, personal injury litigation, construction litigation and estate planning, Ms. Fornetti has been involved in multiple successful trials. She represents plaintiffs who have been negligently injured in motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death lawsuits and need assistance putting their lives back in order.
Over the course of her career, Ms. Fornetti has litigated and resolved millions of dollars in claims ranging from small claims lawsuits to complex multi-party tort litigation. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Fornetti was an attorney with a multi-jurisdictional law firm with a substantial litigation practice in complex multi-party tort litigation and general liability litigation.
Ms. Fornetti received her law degree from Saint Louis University School of Law, where she was an articles editor of the Saint Louis University Public Law Review. She received her bachelor’s degree in communications, cum laude, from Bradley University. She is admitted to the Nevada, Missouri, Arizona and Colorado state bars.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A personal injury lawyer is a lawyer who specializes in representing individuals who have been injured as a result of another person’s negligence or intentional act. Personal injury lawyers handle a variety of cases, including car accidents, slip and fall accidents, and wrongful death. They provide legal advice to their clients about their rights and options for pursuing compensation for their injuries and damages. Personal injury lawyers also represent their clients in court proceedings to seek compensation from the responsible party.
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of the amount recovered from the defendant. The percentage typically ranges from 33% to 40%, but we have seen some attorneys negotiate contingency agreements as high as 60%.
There are many reasons why a personal injury lawyer may not take your case. It could be that the lawyer does not specialize in the type of injury you have, or that the lawyer does not feel confident in their ability to win the case. It could also be that the lawyer does not believe that the case is worth pursuing, or that the lawyer does not think they will be able to recover enough money to make it worth their time. Additionally, the lawyer may feel that there is not enough evidence to prove your case.
It is impossible to determine the exact value of a personal injury case without knowing the specifics of the case. Factors such as the severity of the injury, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering all play a role in determining the value of a personal injury case. An experienced personal injury attorney can help evaluate your case and determine its potential value.
It is recommended that you seek medical attention as soon as possible after a slip and fall. If you are experiencing any pain or discomfort, it is important to be evaluated by a medical professional.