NEVADA PERSONAL INJURY ATTTORNEYS

Common Injuries Suffered in a Personal Injury Case

Every accident is different and presents its own unique set of circumstances. Those circumstances can determine the type and extent of the injuries a victim may suffer.. Such injuries include:

• • Broken bones and fractures
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Concussions or whiplash injuries
  • Back and spine injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries (including paralysis)
• • Burns
  • Cuts and lacerations
  • Soft tissue damage
  • Emotional trauma

If you’ve been the victim of an injury accident, we work with you and your medical team to assess your specific injuries and treat you like an individual rather than just a name in a file folder

Important Pieces of Evidence You Need for Your Personal Injury Claim

A lawyer may not be the first person you think to call after you’ve suffered an injury in an accident or another unpleasant encounter. However, getting a personal injury legal team on your side as soon as possible makes sense in part to preserve key evidence before it is lost. Here is a list of some of the most influential forms of evidence that can bolster your claim: 

1. 1. Accident Report

   This is a document that can provide objective facts surrounding the circumstances of the accident itself. This report is typically drawn up by the responding law enforcement agency or a person in authority. It generally includes the names of those involved and their insurance coverage information, where the accident happened, the cause of the accident, who suffered injuries, and who may be responsible. For this reason, if you’ve been injured in an accident, it is necessary to call 911so that officers respond to the scene.

   2. Physical Evidence

   Physical evidence is tangible proof that is relevant to the case. Tangible evidence may include bloody clothing, injuries to your person, a damaged vehicle, or other property. Again, law enforcement may help preserve some of that physical evidence initially. A personal injury can also take steps to gain access to additional physical evidence and prevent the destruction of any evidence.

   3. Pictures and Video

   Your smartphone can be a useful tool in documenting what happened. Take appropriate pictures and videos of the scene of the accident, including road conditions, property damages, injuries, and your subsequent treatment progress. When capturing visuals at the accident scene, make sure to change up the angles and take pictures or record from different points of view.

   4. Statements and notes:

   Try to get the names and contact information of witnesses to the accident because they may or may not be listed in the police report. A personal injury lawyer can follow up by obtaining formal statements from them as well as uncovering other witnesses that can come forward. It may also be helping for your case and your mental health to keep a journal of your thoughts during the recovery process.
2. 5. Medical Records

   Retain all medical records from healthcare providers as you undergo treatment for your injuries. Providers include:

   • Hospitals
   • Primary care physician
   • Physical or occupational therapists 
   • Specialist visits
   • Psychologists
   • Emergency room or ambulance services
   • Diagnostic facilities 
   • Pharmacies

   6. Insurance communication:

   One of the reasons that victims turn to a Nevada personal injury attorney after an accident is to deal with insurance adjusters. If an adjuster contacts you, avoid making any statements and instead refer them to your lawyer.

   7. Document lost pay:

   If you cannot return to work right away or for an extended period after an accident, document all lost wages and obtain records from your employer about your normal pay rate, your pre-accident work schedule, and job status.

3. Compensation For Your Injury

   You are a unique individual, as is your personal injury claim. No two claims are ever the same. In that context, the amount of compensation to which you may be entitled depends on various factors.

   At The Bourassa Law Group, we take the time to get to know you and the circumstances of your accident so that we can properly assess the scope of the damages. In general, here are a few factors that go into determining the amount of compensation you deserve:

   • Medical expenses 
   • Loss of income
   • Loss of potential future income
   • Damage to property
   • Quality of life diminishment
   • Pain and suffering

   At The Bourassa Law Group], we are dedicated to helping you get the financial compensation that you deserve. We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to outline your legal rights and options. Call our Nevada office today at (702) 851-2180 or reach out to us via live chat.

4. Dedicated Nevada Personal Injury Attorneys Ready to Give You Your Life Back

   Hiring The Bourassa Law Group to represent you for a personal injury claim means that you refuse to remain a victim of someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. We work hard to earn your trust and respect and to deliver personalized legal service.

   Our experienced attorneys have a range of skills and experience in handling a wide spectrum of personal injury claims. Not only do we have a thorough understanding of Nevada law, but we also have a track record in effectively dealing with insurance companies and defense lawyers. We also have developed a network of supportive medical professionals, investigators, and other competent professionals that become part of our overall team.

    

   While many claims end up settling on an out-of-court basis, our attorneys are skilled courtroom litigators. If you aren't being fairly compensated, we won’t hesitate to take your claim to a judge or jury. Nor will our team let you settle for less than what is fair.

   Under Nevada law, you must file a personal injury lawsuit in court no later than two after the accident or injury. Time passes quickly, so it’s highly advisable to review your options with a Nevada personal injury attorney as prompt promptly as possible and well before any complications arise with compliance with this statute of limitations deadline.

   A lawyer on your side can significantly increase your odds of getting a full range of compensation for the injuries and trauma that you or a loved one has suffered after an accident. The attorneys at The Bourassa Law Group in Nevada will work tirelessly to deliver the results you deserve and that can help you rebuild your life. Call us today at (702) 851-2180 to set up a free consultation.

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