Personal Injury
Are you in need of a Modesto personal injury lawyer? At the law office of Ben Roberts, we emphasize holding companies and people liable for victims' losses. When it comes to pursuing justice, we don't take shortcuts. If you or a someone you know has been injured, we encourage you to contact a personal injury attorney in Modesto that can immediately begin giving you the attention you deserve.
Personal Injury Lawsuits seek to recover damages for some kind of injury whether it be physical, financial, emotional or cognitive. When harm is caused to people by other people or businesses, personal injury law holds them accountable. The purpose of the lawsuits is to recover any type of costs the victims paid, which may include income from missed work, medical bills, paint, suffering and more. A personal injury lawsuit can also seek recovery for damages that are difficult to put a value on, such as compensation for a lifelong disability or a wrongful death claim. Once in a while, victims can recover punitive damages, which punish defendants from deliberate acts.
A personal injury lawsuit can take many forms. They typically include:
- Workplace injuries
- Brain Injuries
- Crimes at a business without enough security (negligent security)
- Construction Accidents
- Birth Injuries
- Burn Injuries
- Dog Bites
- Insurers committing bad faith. (not paying a legitimate claim)
- Wrongful Death
- Prescription drug injuries
- Defective products
- Slips and Falls
- Motor vehicle accidents including (Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Boats)
It is important to speak to a personal injury attorney in Modesto if you are victim to any potential tort claim. For the majority of personal injury claims, victims have two years to file a claim. However, in some cases, you only have six months. If you wait until this time runs, you can't sue, regardless of how good your claim would have been. Many companies like to take advantage of individuals who don't know their rights and/or what their claim is worth. A good Modesto Personal injury attorney can evaluate your case and let you know what your rights are along with how much your case is worth. In the end, experience and knowledge will increase the amount of compensation you will receive.
At the law office of Ben Roberts, we understand that most personal injury victims are unable to pay for quality representation. That's why we not only offer a free consultation, but we also work on a no fee guarantee. That means you don't pay anything unless we win. If you or someone you care about has suffered an injury, call the law office of Ben Roberts today for a free consultation at 209 522 7500. We take a lot of pride in representing ordinary people against large, powerful organizations that look to take advantage of serious damage like fractures, paralysis and even death.
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