Noel B. Leonard, Attorney, LLC
Accidents DO Happen...
Five Reasons to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Nobody ever anticipates getting into an accident. Unfortunately, people get injured in accidents every day. If you have been involved in any type of accident, there are at least five reasons you should file file a personal injury lawsuit.
1. Accidents often require time to recover. During this period of time, you may be unable to work. The compensation you receive from a lawsuit can cover your living expenses while you are recovering. You may also quality for lost wages in the interim.
2. Medical bills can be expensive. Whether you only need minor treatment following an accident, or whether you require ongoing treatment, compensation from a lawsuit can mean the best medical care without concern for the expense. Nobody should have to worry about the cost of medical bills after getting injured in an accident.
3. In some cases, the full extent of injuries is not clear immediately following an accident. If you hesitate in contacting an attorney, you are at risk of the statute of limitations expiring. If injuries appear at a later date, you will pay for treatment out of pocket, or not have the treatment you need if you cannot afford to pay for it yourself. It makes sense to initiate a lawsuit rather than waiting to see if you should
4. Your rights will be protected when you hire a lawyer. One issue to consider is the other party may decide to file a lawsuit against you. You do not want to risk losing a case in court, as you may be required to pay damages to the other individual. The only thing worse than being a victim of an accident is getting blamed for it and becoming financially liable.
5. When you are involved in an accident, it can be a stressful experience. When an attorney files a lawsuit for you, it can result in the confidence and peace of mind you need to concentrate on recovery. The hard work is in the hands of a professional, which also relieves you of making statements or talking to adversaries.
After an accident, your first priority should be to speak with an attorney. When you know you will receive the compensation you deserve, you can focus on recovering from your injuries and moving ahead with your life.
About Noel B. Leonard, Attorney, LLC
Noel B. Leonard Attorney LLC is a law firm in Foley, Alabama that handles various legal services for clients in Alabama and the Gulf Coast. The law firm works with auto accident claims, 18-wheeler accident claims and workman's comp as well as personal injury claims. The firm represents many clients in a variety of litigation and trials. The experienced staff addresses any legal concerns a client has. Clients can feel comfortable contacting firm for a free case evaluation or can complete a free case evaluation form online. Noel B. Leonard Attorney LLC provides free telephone and office consultations as well as weekend and evening appointments. The firm offer personalized attention and proper legal representation to each client.
Noel B. Leonard, Attorney, LLC
218 N Alston St
Foley, AL 36535
(251) 943-8638