Brenda Guerra is a highly experienced intake specialist who has recently advanced to the position of legal assistant. With a dedicated and detail-oriented approach, Brenda excels in both roles, demonstrating a commitment to providing excellent service to clients. Her passion for making a positive impact in the legal field is evident, and she is always eager to learn and contribute to the Bourassa Team’s success.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Brenda’s background includes being born in Mexico and raised in Las Vegas. Outside of the office, she enjoys embarking on adventures, spending quality time with family and friends, and exploring new culinary experiences at various food spots in Vegas.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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.
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%.
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.
Personal injury compensation is calculated based on a variety of factors, including the severity of the injury, the extent of any medical expenses and lost income, the impact on quality of life, and other damages such as pain and suffering. The amount of compensation awarded in a personal injury case will depend on the facts and circumstances of each individual case.
A contingency fee is a type of fee arrangement in which a lawyer agrees to take a case on the condition that they will only be paid if they win or settle the case. If the lawyer is successful, they will receive a percentage of the award or settlement as their fee.
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