Anna Dembele, obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Legal Studies, with a minor in Psychology. She has always been passionate about helping people, so while studying law and psychology, she was also appointed as the Vice President of the National Alliance on Mental Illness in her college. After graduating, she had her first legal job experience working for a Social Security Disability Law Firm as a Legal Administrative Assistant and an Intake Specialist where she helped people with disabilities obtain Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance. She’s excited to continue her legal career working as a Legal Assistant with The Bourassa Law Group.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of the amount recovered from the defendant. There really is no standard fee. The percentage typically ranges from 33% to 40%, but we have seen some attorneys negotiate contingency agreements as high as 60%.
Wrongful death settlements are usually paid out in a lump sum, though in some cases they may be paid out in installments. The amount of the settlement will depend on the specific circumstances of the case and the laws of the state where it is being litigated.
A personal injury claim covers any physical, psychological, or emotional harm caused by another person’s negligence or intentional misconduct. This includes medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness, you should contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. A personal injury lawyer can help you understand your legal rights, evaluate your case, and provide guidance on how to proceed with a claim. The at fault party will likely have an entire insurance company working on their side. Shouldn’t you have someone on your side too?
A personal injury case is a legal dispute that arises when one person suffers harm from an accident or injury, and someone else might be legally responsible for that harm. Personal injury cases can involve physical injuries, psychological injuries, or both. Examples of personal injury cases include car accidents, slip and fall accidents, etc.
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