Nobody is immune to suffering injuries caused by another person’s negligent or careless actions. Victims of accidents caused by another person’s behavior may need to file a claim or a civil court case against the person responsible.
For example, many people suffer injuries in an automobile accident. However, not all injuries are apparent immediately after a crash. Shock and adrenaline often hide an injury for days or even weeks. Car crash victims should seek medical care, even if an injury appears minor.
When To File A Personal Injury Claim
The financial stress following an accident may be as frightening as physical pain. Hospital bills, medical expenses and physical therapy can create financial stress.
Many injury victims ask a personal injury attorney for help after an accident. The attorney will research the facts of an accident; help the injured victim hold the person responsible for the accident accountable; and assist the injured victim to recover economic damages, expenses and lost wages suffered from their accident.
The Merdes Law Firm has been helping injured Alaskans for more than 30 years. It’s who we are. And while we hope you never need us … We’re here if you do.
For further information or to schedule a consultation please contact Merdes Law Office, P.C. at 866.452.3741 or visit www.merdes.com.
Source: DMV, “Personal Injury in Alaska“, September 09, 2014
