Whether your injury resulted from an auto accident, negligence such as an icy store or restaurant stairway, or unsafe work conditions, you should file a personal injury claim as soon as possible. To provide evidence of bodily harm, you need to seek representation as soon as the accident occurs, and here is a review on the claims process and what it involves.

How To Navigate A Personal Injury Filing

How Do You File?

Most injured parties file third party claims with the at-fault person’s insurance company to settle their cases out of court. However, sometimes, settlement negotiations do not provide resolutions, or the at-fault person or company’s insurance carrier fails to move forward with the case. If this happens to you, you’ll want to file a civil complaint with your state court’s local municipality. The case will get settled out of court or go to trial, in which case a judge and jury will hear the evidence and decide how much compensation you will receive.

Personal injury claims always include a statute of limitations, which vary by state. In Ohio, the statute is two years.

What Are The Steps You Should Take?

After receiving medical treatment for your injuries, schedule a consultation with a personal injury attorney. Provide as much information as you can about the accident and your injuries and be prepared to answer all inquiries honestly and thoroughly.

Even if the at-fault party has liability insurance, driver’s insurance, or other applicable coverage, professional counsel will review all of your legal options. If you decide to file a third-party claim, your lawyer will help you draft a notice that includes the date of the accident, a list of injuries, and the at-fault party’s insurance information. Your desired compensation gets saved for the demand letter your attorney will also help you create.

Most at-fault parties in personal injury cases do not want trials that take more time and money and could harm their reputations. Your attorney will negotiate settlement terms and potentially hire a mediator if an agreement cannot be reached. 
 

If you have been injured in an accident, contact The Law Offices of Katzman, Logan, Halper, and Bennett, LPA. These attorneys serve the Greater Cincinnati, OH, area, and they offer decades of experience in providing clients with dedicated counsel and timely responses. Call (513) 793-4400 today to discuss your personal injury case or learn about their practice areas online, and get more tips on their Facebook page.