Our personal injury attorneys are always on call for the people of Revere. Michael Kelly Injury Lawyers is dedicated to serving and assisting our clients who have suffered a personal injury in Revere. For about 30 years, our team has represented clients across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We strive to ensure that our clients receive fair, compassionate, and vigorous representation.
- Types of Personal Injury Cases
- Client Reviews
- What Types of Injuries Occur Due to Personal Injury Accidents?
- Get a Free Case Evaluation
- What Are Damages?
- What Might Cause Decreased Compensation?
- What Happens in a Personal Injury Case?
- Call Us Today
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Types of Personal Injury Cases
In legal speak, a personal injury occurs when someone receives injuries due to the negligence of another party. The other party could be a business, a manufacturer, a city, a county, a driver, a family’s pet, a doctor, an organization, or any other entity that caused an accident that injured you.
The types of cases most generally associated with personal injury include:
- Vehicle accidents
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Dog bites
- Boating accidents
- E-scooter accidents
- Workplace injuries
- Product liability
- Medical malpractice
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Motorcycle accidents.
No matter what caused your injury, we can provide you with legal assistance supported by proven expertise. Contact us today, and a professional personal injury lawyer will analyze your case.
Client Reviews
So far so good. I finally have hope. Dennis Cooper took all my information. He was so patient, empathetic and encouraging. I feel like a duck out of water. I’ve had to live the aftermath of being rear-ended. The medical stuff is overwhelming. So much info to relay. Dennis was optimistic that Kelly Law could help. He gave me a clear plan for the next steps. I look forward to working with him. Thanks Nancy Besardi
Nancy Besardi
What Types of Injuries Occur Due to Personal Injury Accidents?
Unfortunately, we have seen a wide variety of injuries caused by negligence on the part of another person, a manufacturer, or other parties. In some incidents, victims may suffer mild injuries like scratches or bruises. However, serious situations like car accidents or truck accident cases may result in catastrophic injuries.
Some of the most serious injuries are:
Whether harmed by a product, someone else’s negligence, faulty manufacturing procedures, or any other person or institution, an experienced personal injury attorney and truck accident lawyer can help you get full compensation.
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What Are Damages?
As a result of your accident, you may have to face injuries, hospital stays, or other issues due to no fault of your own. These problems result in damages — the tangible and intangible losses you suffer because of the personal injuries — which may include the following:
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Medical bills and other expenses related to hospital visits
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Loss of wages or future income
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Rehabilitation costs
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Pain and suffering
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Emotional distress
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Loss of consortium (legal-speak for loss of companionship or relationship with family or spouse)
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Wrongful death
There are two elemental types of damages. Economic damages are compensations for verifiable monetary losses, such as hospital bills, loss of earning ability, the cost of a damaged vehicle or other property, and so on. Non-economic damages are compensation for the inconvenience of being injured, the emotional distress of injury victims, losing the enjoyment of life, and other similar issues.
Additionally, there are punitive damages for the punishment of the party at fault. The penalty is meant to deter reckless behavior and intentional malice. These damages are unlikely to be awarded in a personal injury lawsuit, but they can be considered for especially serious accidents.
What Might Cause Decreased Compensation?
As already stated, the party who was negligent and caused the accident is responsible for paying whatever compensation is due to the victim. In Massachusetts, the personal injury law includes the following parameters:
- A three-year deadline (the statute of limitations) for filing a lawsuit
- A change in the three-year deadline starting date if the victim suffered an injury that was not detectable until after the accident
- A two-year deadline for filing a formal claim for injuries against a city, county, or state governmental agency
- A three-year deadline to file a lawsuit
- Reduced damages if the victim shares less than 50 percent of the fault (comparative fault rule)
- Eliminated damages if the victim shares 50 percent or more of the blame
- Massachusetts is a no-fault state (vehicle owners are required to have bodily injury to others coverage of $20,000 a person, $440,000 per accident; personal injury protection (PIP) of $8,000 per person and per accident; bodily injury coverage caused by an uninsured auto owner of $20,000 per person and $40,000 per accident; and damage to another person’s property, $5,000 per accident)
- Working with insurance companies after an accident can be difficult and go on for an extended time.
To avoid decreased compensation or unfair settlements, it’s important to work with professional Revere personal injury lawyers. At Michael Kelly Injury Lawyers, you’ll get expert assistance for your personal injury claim. Start with a free consultation today!
What Happens in a Personal Injury Case?
Once you have consulted with our personal injury lawyer, we will decide whether you have a viable case and start investigating and gathering evidence. Our team can calculate the physical, monetary, and emotional losses you have experienced due to your injuries.
We then analyze our options for getting you the compensation you deserve. If an insurance company does not agree to a fair settlement, we will fight aggressively by filing a lawsuit in the Massachusetts court system.
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Once we take your case, your Revere personal injury lawyer will be available to you 24/7 to answer any questions and address your concerns. Our team is highly skilled and has an excellent track record for dealing with insurance companies, insurance adjusters, and legal forms. The successes of our Boston personal injury lawyers are represented in our verdicts and settlements.
We like for our clients to focus on getting well and being with their families. Let us handle the legal issues. Contact us today.
