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(314) 500-HURTAccidents happen, but sometimes they can have a lifetime of consequences. From traumatic brain injuries after an auto
accident to routine surgery gone wrong, there are a number of incidents that may push victims to seek legal counsel. In
some cases, this may be the only way that injured parties have the chance to pay their medical bills and potentially
resume a normal way of living.
If you’re wondering when to call a personal injury lawyer, these are perhaps three of the most crucial times you will
need an attorney on your side:
1. If you’ve had a car accident:
Passenger vehicle and semi truck accidents can be devastating for victims, who are often left with severe injuries. Each
year, more than 2.09 million people die in car accidents, in addition to the 200,000 or so deaths that result from these
incidents, as well. If you’ve been severely injured, or another driver caused an accident that resulted in the death of
a loved one, then you may need to contact an auto accident attorney (or personal injury attorney) in your area.
2. If you were hurt on the job:
No matter which industry you work in, there are a number of workplace safety issues that can crop up if your employer
doesn’t follow proper safety precautions. If you’re claiming worker’s compensation, your employer has 30 days to respond
to your claim or else they admit fault. But if they refuse to pay out your claim, this can be a good indication of when
to call a personal injury lawyer.
3. If you were a victim of medical malpractice:
Each year, anywhere from 44,000 to 98,000 Americans die in hospitals due to medical errors that were preventable. Yet
despite the deaths and injuries inflicted by negligent medical personnel, only one in eight such errors ever result in a
medical malpractice claim. However, just because others don’t take the steps to file a lawsuit doesn’t mean that you
shouldn’t consider your options. Make sure to meet with a personal injury lawyer to discuss your options if you’ve been
injured in the care of medical professionals.
Have more questions about when to call a personal injury lawyer or what to expect when you work with one? Get in touch
with us, so we can answer your questions.
Founder | Injury Attorney
Gary Burger has dedicated his career to standing up against bullies. The founder and principal attorney of Burger Law | St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer has helped hundreds of Missouri and Illinois individuals and families recover th …
Years of experience: 30 years
Location: St. Louis, MO
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