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Minden Personal Injury Lawyer

Accidents happen in a second. In the best of cases, these incidents are minor and do not cause severe injuries or property damage. In the worst of cases, accidents cause debilitating injuries that remain with victims for the rest of their lives. If you have been hurt in an accident and someone else was at fault, you can file a personal injury claim against them to recover financial compensation that will cover the cost of your injuries and other losses. Our Minden personal injury lawyer can help you overcome the challenges these claims present so you obtain the full damages you are entitled to.

Areas of Personal Injury Law

Accidents can happen in a number of different ways and for each of them, there is an area of personal injury law. The different areas of personal injury law are as follows:

Car accidents
Truck accidents
Motorcycle accidents
Bicycle accidents
Pedestrian accidents
Boating accidents
Dog bites
Aviation accidents
Nursing home abuse and neglect
Slip and fall accidents
Wrongful death

Regardless of the type of accident that causes your injuries, you need sound legal advice. Our Minden personal injury lawyer can provide it and help you through the process so you obtain the full and fair damages you are entitled to.

The Time Limit on Personal Injury Claims

All states place a time limit known as the statute of limitations on personal injury claims. In Minden, and throughout Louisiana, this time limit is much shorter than in most states. In the Bayou State, you have just one year from the date of the accident to file your claim. If you do not file within this time, you will lose your legal right to claim any compensation at all. While there are some exceptions to the law, they are very limited.

One year may sound like a long time to file a claim, but it is not. Before filing your claim, a thorough investigation must be conducted to determine how the accident happened and who is liable, or at fault.

Evidence must also be collected, which may involve locating witnesses and obtaining certain records and documentation. You must also reach maximum medical improvement so you understand how your injuries will impact you in the future so you can claim any compensation you will need.

Due to this, it is critical that you speak to a Minden personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after any accident. A lawyer will get started on your claim right away and make sure it is filed on time so you do not lose any compensation you are entitled to.

Call Our Personal Injury Lawyer in Minden for a Free Consultation

If you have been hurt due to another person’s negligence, or carelessness, our Minden personal injury lawyer at Rice & Kendig, LLC, can help. We will handle all legal elements of your claim and make sure it is filed properly so you obtain the full and fair settlement you deserve. Call us now or contact us online to schedule a free consultation and to get the legal help you need.

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