New Hampshire Personal Injury Frequently Asked Questions

Seek medical attention. If you are injured, your health must be your initial concern. Obtain medical treatment as soon as possible. Do not take any unnecessary risks to your health after an accident or injury.

If you or someone in your family has been injured, you should seek legal advice as quickly as possible thereafter to see if you have a New Hampshire claim for personal injury. The cause of an injury may not always be obvious, and there may be one or more parties responsible for the injury. Tenn And Tenn, P.A. in Manchester, New Hampshire, can help determine the cause of an injury, and whether someone is legally responsible for the injury.

You should not discuss your injury or the way in which it happened with anyone until you have consulted a New Hampshire attorney. These statements might be incorrect, incomplete, taken out of context, or be harmful to your case at a later date. Do not file any written reports or descriptions, sign any papers, or agree to any settlement, as this may affect your ability to recover full compensation for your injuries.

In New Hampshire, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally three years from the date of the injury. However, there may be exceptions to this rule depending on the specifics of your case. It’s essential to consult with an experienced attorney at Tenn And Tenn, PA, as soon as possible to ensure that you meet all necessary deadlines.

There are strict statutes of limitations, which prohibit the bringing of old claims. For many claims, these statutes of limitations may be three years, although there are several exceptions both shorter and longer. You should consult a New Hampshire lawyer as soon as you are aware that you have been injured. Even if you were injured some time ago, you may still be able to bring a claim. Failing to file a personal injury lawsuit within the statute of limitations will cause the claim to expire and you will not receive any compensation for your injuries.

If you are injured through the fault of someone else, you are entitled under New Hampshire law to full, fair and adequate compensation for your injuries.

In a personal injury case, you may be entitled to various types of damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. The specific damages available to you will depend on the circumstances of your injury and the extent of your losses. Our attorneys will thoroughly assess your case to determine the full scope of damages you may be entitled to recover.

A valid personal injury claim requires you to demonstrate that you have been injured due to someone else’s fault, and have sustained damages. Injury claims, or tort claims as they are called, requires the injured party to demonstrate two specific elements known as liability and damages. Consulting a New Hampshire personal injury lawyer is the most prudent act to determine whether your personal injury claim is valid.

Negligence is the failure to use reasonable care. In other words, negligence is any conduct that falls below the standard of care established by law to protect others from the unreasonable risk of harm.

Not necessarily. Many personal injury cases are resolved through negotiated settlements with insurance companies, eliminating the need for a trial. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached, our attorneys at Tenn And Tenn, PA, are prepared to take your case to court and advocate for your rights before a judge and jury.

Almost all personal injury claims are defended by insurance company lawyers and paid by insurance, so the person or corporation you sue will not necessarily have to pay any money out-of-pocket. A personal injury claim is a civil case, not a criminal case, and the defendant will generally not go to jail because of the claim.

The value of your personal injury case will depend on various factors, including the severity of your injuries, the extent of your medical expenses, the impact on your ability to work, and the degree of pain and suffering you’ve endured. Our experienced attorneys will conduct a thorough evaluation of your case to determine its potential value and work diligently to maximize your recovery.

Retaining the services of an experienced New Hampshire personal injury lawyer is critical in any personal injury claim. Hiring an attorney as soon as possible allows your legal counselor to gather critical evidence, obtain witness statements, and document the facts surrounding your accident or injury. Act quickly to preserve your rights in order to present the best evidence on your behalf.

At Tenn And Tenn, PA, we understand that finances may be a concern after an injury. That’s why we offer free consultations to discuss your case and explain your legal options. Additionally, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay any attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

The term “bodily injury claim” usually refers to a personal injury sustained by an individual. These claims usually involve economic damages and general damages. Economic damages are those damages which usually refer to lost wages, medical bills, rental car expenses, and other direct monetary damages. General damages traditionally refer to pain, suffering, and distress. Before you settle your bodily injury claim, be certain that you are receiving a recovery for all aspects of damages available to you as a result of the injuries you sustained.

If your claim is denied by the insurance company, it’s essential to seek legal guidance from our experienced attorneys at Tenn And Tenn, PA. We can review the denial, gather additional evidence, and explore options for appealing the decision or pursuing further legal action to ensure that your rights are protected.

Your attorney can seek to recover your medical expenses from the individual or company at fault in your accident along with other types of compensation. In many instances, your attorney can recover from your own insurance policy.

If you have uninsured motorist coverage on your own vehicle under your own policy of insurance, you may be able to recover under you own policy. Be sure to contact an attorney for review of your situation. Payment of these types of claims under your policy should not result in an increase in your premium, or a cancellation of your coverage.

As a general practice, lawyers traditionally do not settle clients’ cases without their knowledge and consent. However, it is possible that the Fee Agreement you executed with your lawyer allows him or her to settle your case without your consent. It is prudent to always discuss the settlement process with your lawyer, to ensure that you are fully advised of the settlement negotiations in that you wish to have the final say regarding your settlement.

Yes. It is quite common that healthcare providers are paid out of personal injury recoveries. Most health insurance policies now have language which requires the insurance company to be repaid for the amount of money they have advanced or paid on medical bills if the injured person receives a personal injury settlement.