Centennial Burn Injury

After experiencing severe and extensive burn injuries, many victims begin considering legal action. A personal injury or workers’ comp claim is the only way that most people can expect to see compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and reduced quality of life. Although the legal system can seem overwhelming, help is available in Centennial Colorado for severe burn victims looking to pursue a personal injury claim.

A personal injury claim is a long and involved process, and you should make sure that it makes sense for your case before moving forward. Some things that you should be relatively confident about before opening a claim are:

• Your burns have seriously impacted your finances and quality of life
• Your burns can be attributed to the negligence of another party, such as a reckless driver or a building owner who was in violation of Colorado fire code
• Your injuries occurred less than two years before the date that you intend to open your claim, which is the statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in Colorado
• You are prepared for a lengthy legal process. Personal injury claims can take anywhere from several months to several years before both parties agree to settle

If you are still unsure whether or not to pursue a personal injury claim, most Centennial CO personal injury lawyers, such as those at Carabin Shaw, will be willing to give you their opinion in a free consultation.

Strictly speaking, there is no law requiring you to have legal counsel when filing a personal injury claim. However, claimants with legal representation tend to receive significantly higher settlements than without.

This is because an experienced Centennial burn injury attorney will help your case by:

• Outlining the legal process for you and giving you a sense of what outcome to expect
• Helping you draft a compelling and persuasive claim
• Handling the clerical work that comes with a personal injury claim
• Communicating with your opponent and with your opponent’s insurance company
• Advising you on whether or not an offered settlement is sufficient, and, if it’s not, negotiating a higher one
• Giving your claim legitimacy. Good legal representation will discourage your opponent from lowballing you or dismissing your claim entirely

When hiring a legal professional, it is important that you make an informed decision based on their specialized experience, their record, and their approach to clients. The best way to do so is through a free consultation.

The team of Colorado lawyers at Carabin Shaw offer every potential client a free consultation and case review with no implied hiring obligation. In this free meeting, our legal team can address any questions or concerns that you might have about the process of obtaining a personal injury settlement. You can schedule your free consultation by calling 1-800-862-1260. English- and Spanish- speaking staff are available.

Expensive legal fees can also be a barrier to people attempting to pursue a personal injury claim. To make our legal services accessible to clients in any income bracket, Carabin Shaw’s Centennial CO personal injury lawyers work on a contingency agreement.

A contingency agreement means that a lawyer offers their services at no charge upfront, and will only take their payment as a percentage of your settlement. An attorney who works on contingency has to be dedicated to their clients, as they will only get paid if a claim is successful.

If you are ready to start thinking seriously about legal action, Carabin Shaw’s Colorado burn lawyers are available to take your questions and walk you through your potential claim. For your free consultation, call 800-862-1260 at your earliest convenience.