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If you’ve been victimized by another person’s negligence or carelessness and have filed a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages, you may have been surprised at the negative reactions of others. Some people believe personal injury lawsuits are filed only by greedy people out to make a buck, or trying to ‘shake down’ insurance companies, a belief popularized by movies, TV and the media.

For real victims of personal injury, however, nothing could be further from the truth.

Of course, many personal injury victims accept insurance company settlements without ever visiting an attorney. But cases of negligence or medical malpractice may involve severe injuries, long-term medical care, lost wages, and undue financial stress for the victim and the family, and insurance company settlements are often not adequate to meet these needs over time. In these cases, the assistance of a qualified personal injury attorney is vital.

While some injuries cause immediate distress for the victim, others symptoms may not be readily apparent at the outset. The physical effects of the injury may not seem serious at the time. The injured person may feel ‘fine’. But in the ensuing days, weeks and months, many painful and debilitating symptoms may emerge. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney understands how to investigate the incident from a variety of angles and works with the proper medical professionals to thoroughly evaluate current injuries and the potential for additional symptoms over time. These steps must be carried out prior to determining if damages can be sued for.

Common Personal Injuries

• Medical Malpractice

• Brain Trauma

• Slip and Fall

• Motor Vehicle Injuries

• Toxic Tort

• Lead Poisoning

• Medication Errors

• Spinal Cord Injury

• Birth Defects

• Vaccine Related Injuries

• Emergency Room Errors

• Wrongful Death

If someone carelessly or negligently causes harm to you, why should you suffer the financial consequences of their poor judgment? Personal injury victims may face difficulties in performing routine daily tasks or may require rehabilitation or home care. In many cases, there is simply no way to measure at the outset whether the injury may affect the victim’s life long term. While many insurance companies act in good faith when offering a settlement, they often do not look beyond the injured person’s immediate medical needs. Accepting a fast settlement may cheat you out of fair and full compensation that would certainly support a decent quality of life beyond the first few weeks of your recovery. Individuals who hastily accept a fast settlement without the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney may find themselves in unexpected financial distress, unable to care for their basic needs, once the settlement has run out.

Never let anyone make you feel guilty about pursuing the compensation you deserve. Contact a personal injury attorney you can trust, and let your attorney weigh the evidence on your behalf. You’ll get the medical care you need and the financial help to which you are entitled so you can carry on with your life.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence or recklessness of another, and you reside in Vancouver, British Columbia or the surrounding areas, please visit the website of Stephens and Holman, to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.

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