5 Mistakes to Avoid in Personal Injury Law

In the wake of a serious injury or accident, it is easy to be so overwhelmed with your recovery that you make serious mistakes that could cause you further physical injury, legal complications, or financial loss. One of the most important things you can do to protect yourself and your rights in the wake of a serious accident is to make sure you work with a personal injury lawyer who can make sure your interests are represented.

If you were injured because of the negligence or recklessness of another party, contact a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., today at 215-238-1130 and learn more about your legal options.

Don’t Make These Mistakes

If you are preparing to take legal action against a person or entity that caused your injury, make sure you avoid the following five common mistakes:

#1: Not Seeking Medical Treatment

Even if your injury is minor, seeking medical treatment will prevent your injury from getting worse and will also give you medical records to use to support your case.

#2: Leaving Out Information on Your Report

Make sure you tell your attorney and the police (if police are called) everything about your case.

#3: Filing After the Statute of Limitations Expires

If you wait too long to file, you could forfeit your chance to file at all.

#4: Filing a Second Time Against the Same Defendant for the Same Injury

Once a case reaches its conclusion, the case is closed, even if the compensation you receive isn’t enough to cover all your expenses.

#5: Accepting an Initial Offer

Don’t accept any offer without consulting an attorney.

Contact Us

To fight for the financial compensation you need for your injury-related losses, contact the Philadelphia personal injury attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., today at 215-238-1130.