
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
The amount that insurance companies pay for pain and suffering varies depending on the severity of the injury, the type of injury, and other factors. Generally, insurance companies will use a formula to calculate a settlement amount based on the details of the case.
The amount of money a personal injury lawyer gets from a settlement depends on the type of fee arrangement that has been agreed upon between the lawyer and the client. Generally, personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win or settle the case. The percentage typically ranges from 33% to 40%, but we have seen some attorneys negotiate contingency agreements as high as 60%.
It is best to contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after an accident or injury. This will ensure that you have the best chance of getting the compensation you deserve. The at fault party’s insurance company has a whole team of people working against you as soon as they find out about your claim. Shouldn’t you have someone working on your side?
A personal injury lawyer is a type of lawyer who provides legal representation to those who have suffered a physical or psychological injury as a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of another person, company, government agency, or other entity. Personal injury lawyers specialize in tort law, which covers civil wrongs and damages that occur as a result of negligence or intentional acts. They typically handle cases involving car crashes, product liability, slip and fall accidents, dog bites, and more.
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.