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Auto Accident Injuries In South Carolina

A personal type of injury can occur in a variety of ways. When that injury is caused by the fault of someone else, those who suffer are entitled to compensation. This applies to an array of areas, which most commonly occurs in auto accidents. One person is pretty much always responsible for a car crash and that person can be held liable for his/her actions. There are a number of reasons that can cause this type of injury and they are as follows:

• Negligence
• Driver Fatigue
• Careless Driving
• Texting while driving
• Tired driving
• Driving under the influence

Any case that involves a car accident has to consider the fact that there is going to have to be interaction and negotiation with insurance companies. Claims can be filed against responsible parties who may be underinsured or even uninsured. There is a specific process for filing these insurance claims as they are a bit different than filing a claim against a motorist who is insured. LEIP Law has a long history of dealing with all different types of insurance companies. That has allowed our team of attorneys to get to know the negotiation and litigation process that is involved in these types of situations. We can advise our clients on the most appropriate time to settle and when to put our foot down and demand more compensation.

Injury expenses

No matter what type of injury you incur, the aftereffects are relatively similar. There is often a period of healing up which can involve various levels of pain and suffering. Then, there is the rehabilitation phase which can be costly and extensive. Some injuries can force people out of work and that can take a toll on their quality of life, as well as the ability to keep up with their bills. When you hire a personal injury lawyer from LEIP Law, we will make sure to fight for all your injury expenses, which can include but are not limited to the following:

• Physical therapy
• Medical and hospital bills
• Lost wages
• Transportation to medical visits

Negotiating your settlement

Most cases will not wind up going to litigation as insurance companies will look to settle. However, that does not mean you have to settle for anything less than you rightfully deserve. A settlement negotiation is not always completed in one sitting as they could span days, weeks or even months. Wat LEIP Law, we will provide you with an attorney that will step in and negotiate your claim so that it results in the most favorable outcome. Insurance companies are looking to settle for far less than what they should rightfully pay out to victims. That’s why it’s important to have a trusted attorney by your side so that you can get the most possible compensation from your injury claim. LEIP Law is staffed with injury lawyers who know just who to maneuver through this process.

Investigating your claim

Part of the services offered by the personal injury attorneys at LEIP Law is accident investigation. Our team of attorneys heads up the investigative process which can include a reconstruction of your accident or consultations with medical experts. Each case is unique and we take every proper measure to ensure that the most qualified experts offer their input to strengthen your case. We conduct several steps during the investigative process and they are as follows:

• Analysis of the existing accident or police report
• Thorough examination of the scene of the accident
• Collecting testimony from Witnesses
• Review of all medical documents that pertain to your injuries

This process will build a collection of evidence in an effort to prove the responsibility of the guilty party. There are often many questions that need to be answered and the way we investigate your claim will help provide clarity and bring forth more evidence on your behalf.

Workers’ Compensation Attorney

When you sustain some type of injury at your place of employment, there is a high likelihood that you could receive workers’ compensation. This is a quite common occurrence which is why workers’ compensation laws have been passed to protect employees in all professions. An experienced attorney at LEIP Law will help you through your workers’ compensation claim as there are a lot of details involved throughout this process. Workers’ compensation claims are often the result of the following injuries sustained in the workplace:

• Traumatic incident – This involves a one-time act that could lead to injuries or disabilities. It could occur in the form of a construction accident, slip and fall, or even an accident with tools. The result of the incident leaves a worker unable to perform their job duties and may also cause a great deal of pain and suffering.
• Occupational incident – This type of injury can occur over the course of time. It could be related to repetitive stress which could be caused by conditions in a building such as asbestos. It could also involve something like carpal tunnel syndrome or other types of drawn-out occupational injuries that develop over time.

South Carolina Medical Negligence Law

Sustaining an injury at the expense of a medical professional is a more common occurrence than people may realize. That is why there is so many medical malpractice lawsuits filed on a daily basis. Medical professionals, even accomplished doctors, are not immune to making mistakes. The problem is that those mistakes result in a lot of pain and suffering. They may also cause long-term injuries which could even prove to be fatal. There is no reason you have to stand by and take that type of treatment. Filing an injury claim that pertains to medical malpractice can be facilitated by the legal team at LEIP Law. Medical malpractice can describe several different mishaps made by a doctor, nurse or other medical professional and they include the following:

• Misdiagnosis
• Prescribing wrong medication
• Failure to treat
• Surgical errors
• Delay in diagnosis

Other types of Personal Injury claims

LEIP Law also handles other types of injury cases and that could include a variety of different injuries or illnesses. These mishaps can occur in a multitude of locations and that does not excuse the guilty party from having to provide compensation. We help individuals who have been injured in the following areas:

• Nursing Home Incidents
• Social security Disability
• Insurance Bad Faith

The bottom line is that you need a personal injury lawyer fighting on your behalf. Insurance companies are always looking out for their best interests and the interests of those whom they represent. Their objective is to pay you as little in compensation as possible. That is where LEIP steps in and provides help so that you will not be taken advantage of anymore.