There is much information about what to do if you have been injured in an accident, but there is not a lot of information on what not to do and the things that can hurt your case.  I am going to give you a few of them here.

First; if you have had an accident and you have filed suit against the party that caused the accident, don’t get on the internet and talk about it on the social media sites.  Also do not post any pictures of yourself doing any kind of activities.  The insurance companies representatives, attorneys and adjusters spend time looking over the internet on sites like Facebook to find information they can use against you later and either get the case dropped all together or give you reduced damages.  Also, don’t discuss your accident or injuries with friends and family as they will likely be interviewed or questioned themselves about your case.

Second;  Don’t withhold information of any kind especially any thing that relates to past injuries you have had.  Be up front and disclose this information to your attorney because they will best know how to handle that situation.

Thirdly; don’t sign any forms or give any recorded statements until your attorney has looked at them with you or is present and says that is ok.  Accident claims are complicated and you may be offered a settlement that is much less than what you are entitled to.  There are many factors to consider when coming up with a settlement amount and you need a qualified attorney to help you in determining what that amount is.

These are just 3 of things that you need to watch out for if you have been injured and think that you may have a claim or you have started a law suit.  Always consult your attorney before signing any forms or talking to the insurance company and their representatives.

Call us today for a free confidential case evaluation.  337-261-3737

If you are not sure what qualifies as a personal injury case, then you have come to the right place.  Many people are not sure what falls under the title of  “personal injury.”

The general definition of a case that can be taken on by a personal injury lawyer is “any type of claim where a person has been injured or killed due to someone else’s carelessness.”

 These can be car accidents, slip and fall, large truck or 18 wheeler accidents, premises liability and more.  If you are unsure if your case is personal injury, then give us a call and we will be happy to talk with you about it and listen to the circumstances surrounding the claim.  It is important to know that if there is an accident and only the vehicle is damaged, then that is a property damage claim and does not fall under personal injury.  However, if somebody was injured in that accident, then there is both a personal injury and property damage claim to be made.

*It is important to seek the counsel of an attorney to best identify what type of claim you have.

If the person’s negligence results in a death, then that is considered a wrongful death claim.   Our state laws puts value on the life of someone who has been killed or died through a result of someone else’s negligence.  These laws governing wrongful death are complex and require an attorney with special knowledge in order to prosecute this type of case.

If you feel you have a personal injury claim after reading just the first part of this report, then call us right now for help at 337-261-3737.

Another Questions Injury Victims Ask Is, “Why Does the insurance company insist that I give them a recorded statement?”

The insurance company goal is to minimize payouts.  To do this, they will try and get you to say something that could end up hurting your case.

In most car accidents, a police report is filed. The insurance company has easy access to this report.  However, most insurance companies train their representatives to get a recorded statement in hopes that you provide information which could later be used to either deny the claim or pay out less money.

Before you talk to an adjuster or sign any forms, call us today to protect your rights and insure your claim is handled fairly and competently.

Jim Lambert Law Office
315 South College Suite 146
Lafayette, Louisiana 70503

337-261-3737

A Car Accident Attorney Can Protect You Rights

If you have sustained serious injuries due to an 18 wheeler crash, commercial vehicle accident, auto accident or you have lost a loved one in a fatal car crash in Lafayette, Louisiana, you need a board certified trial lawyer that is interested in protecting your rights and helping you to achieve a just and fair resolution to your case.  That is why we only take on a selected number of accident cases in order to provide close and personal service to our clients.

There are many personal injury attorneys today that give you the impression that these types of cases are over quickly and that large sums of money can be collected for everyone but this is simply not the case.  These types of cases require a lawyer with specialized knowledge and who is willing to meet one on one with you to help you understand your case and how it will proceed.  Too many have been deceived by television advertising promising huge results and then when they make the appointment and start the process they are disappointed by the lack of transparency and honesty from that particular firm.  Don’t get us wrong, not all lawyer advertising is bad.

A Lafayette Car Accident Attorney To Fight For You

At the law firm of Jim Lambert, you get that one on one attention and you get your questions answered honestly and thoroughly.  There are many people who frown on personal injury cases but they do so not understanding the full ramifications of how an accident can affect an individual and their families.  Many think that it is using the court system to get large sums of money and make people rich.  However they would feel differently if they suddenly had an accident that prevented them from working for a short period of time or maybe even for the rest of lives and they soon had astronomical medical bills they could not pay all due to the negligence of someone else.

This is where a Lafayette car accident attorney can help protect your rights and insure that if you have been injured or disabled that you and your loved ones will be taken care of.  Jim Lambert has a 35 year history of fighting for the rights of the injured and he will work one on one with you to make sure you get just and fair compensation for your case.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, 18 wheeler or commercial vehicle accident, then give our offices a call at 337-261-3737 or fill out the form on this page and we will schedule a free and confidential evaluation of your case.

Jim Lambert
Board Certified Personal Injury Lawyer, Lafayette, Louisiana