Omaha Personal Injury Lawyers

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Personal injury legal claims affect Nebraska citizens on a daily basis. Under our laws, you are entitled to bring a claim against a person whose negligence or wrongful conduct led to your injuries. Every personal injury claim is unique, and the attorneys at Banwo & Igbokwe Law Firm will be able to best handle your claim. They will explain the applicable laws, how they apply to your specific case, and answer any questions you may have concerning your rights and the legal process.

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Recovery After Personal Injury Cases

Nebraska is a “comparative negligence” state. Essentially, that means that even if you were partially at fault for an accident, you are still able to bring an injury claim against the other party so long as your negligence was less than 50 percent. In those instances, your damages are then reduced by the percentage of negligence applicable to you. Other states may have a different type of comparative negligence statute. It is important that you consult with an experienced personal injury attorney concerning the application of Nebraska’s comparative negligence statute to your claim.

State laws also impose time limits for filing personal injury lawsuits. This is called the Statute of Limitations, or the deadline by which a personal injury claim must be filed after an accident occurs. In the state of Nebraska, the Statute of Limitations for most personal injury claims is four years from the date of the injury or accident. However, certain claims, such as wrongful death, work injury, and medical malpractice claims all have a shorter period of two years. Be sure to consult with one of our Omaha personal injury attorneys right away to make sure that you are still eligible to file a claim

As a victim of personal injury, you may be entitled to receive compensation for the following:

• Nature and extent of your injury
• Medical expenses (ambulance, hospital, physician, rehabilitation, etc.)
• Lost wages
• Loss of earning capacity (future earnings)
• Physical pain and mental suffering
• Inconvenience
• Your spouse’s loss of consortium

We consistently strive to bring our cases to as quick and fair a resolution as possible, whether by settlement or litigation. We do not allow our files to sit and become stale. That, we believe, sends the wrong message to the insurance company.

As is evident, not only will you be able to receive damages for expenses incurred (such as all hospital bills and any wages you missed on as a result of your injuries), but also emotional damages as well, such as pain and suffering. Your personal injury attorney will be able to assist you in putting a monetary value on emotional damage, which may also include the loss of a loved one (loss of consortium). The emotional stress which comes after an accident often lingers far longer than any physical ailments, and the responsible party should be held accountable for these injuries.

It is important that you limit your communication with the negligent party’s insurance agent after your accident. Insurance agents are notorious for trying to coerce an injured party to sign a settlement arrangement. Settlements are usually offered just days after the accident, before most of your damages can be fully calculated. Therefore, it is important to discuss your settlement offer with one of our attorneys prior to accepting anything so we can analyze your potential damages and the likelihood of success given the facts of your case.

Banwo & Igbokwe Law Firm | Omaha, Nebraska Personal Injury Attorneys

If you have been injured after a personal injury action due to the negligence of another party, do not hesitate to contact the experienced attorneys of the Banwo & Igbokwe Law Firm. Our attorneys have years of experience in assisting victims with their personal injury claims. We understand that this is a difficult time for you and we encourage you to focus on your recovery while we handle the legal disputes. Contact our Omaha office today for your initial free consultation. (402)345-5759

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