Accidents which result in serious injuries or death occur in many ways. Automobile and motorcycle accidents, slipping and falling due to dangerous conditions, defective products, dangerous animals, toxic torts or negligent professionals are some of the most common causes of death and injury.

If you are injured or have lost a family member through the fault of another, the law provides you with valuable rights, including the right to be reimbursed for your medical expenses, lost income, damage to your vehicle and other out-of-pocket expenses. You are also entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering, inconvenience, and loss of enjoyment of life. These payments should all come from the insurance company of the person or company that is responsible for your injuries, but to get these payments you need experienced help.

If you are injured while on the job, you have additional rights under worker’s compensation laws. Among other rights, you have the right to receive disability payments while you are unable to work, the right to paid medical treatment, and the right to compensation for any permanent disability.

I am Steven R. Jacobsen, “The Accidental Lawyer.” I can protect your rights.

I can help you:

• Obtain the medical treatment you need and deserve;
• Obtain compensation for other losses;
• Speak to the insurance company representatives for you, so they can’t use your own words against you later;
• Negotiate a fair settlement of your claim;
• Get your vehicle repaired or replaced.

You pay me nothing until your case is resolved and you receive payment.

Insurance companies are not anxious to pay, even when you clearly deserve it. The best way to ensure that your rights are protected and respected is to have an attorney on your side. An attorney will:

• Know how much compensation you deserve and fight for you;
• File your claim in the proper court by filing deadlines. Missing a deadline can destroy a case;
• Navigate rules for minors and cases involving public entities;
• Advise on your recourse if the accident involves someone without insurance.