Selective personal injury matters

Personal injury law covers cases where someone is injured due to another person's negligence or intentional conduct. Common cases include car accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, dog bites, and wrongful death. The goal is to recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.

You may have a case if: (1) someone else was negligent or at fault, (2) their conduct caused your injuries, and (3) you suffered damages (medical bills, lost wages, pain). We evaluate liability, damages, insurance coverage, and the strength of the evidence to determine if your case is viable.

In Ohio, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally 2 years from the date of the injury. Missing this deadline means you lose the right to file a lawsuit. Some exceptions apply, so it is critical to consult an attorney as soon as possible.

You may recover economic damages (medical bills, lost wages, future medical costs) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life). In some cases, punitive damages may be available if the defendant's conduct was particularly reckless or malicious.

Case value depends on the severity of injuries, medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, liability, and insurance coverage. Each case is unique. We evaluate all factors and provide a realistic assessment based on similar cases and the strength of the evidence.

Not always. Many personal injury cases settle through negotiation with the insurance company before filing a lawsuit. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we file a lawsuit and are prepared to take the case to trial. We pursue the best outcome, whether through settlement or verdict.

Ohio follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You can still recover damages if you were less than 51% at fault, but your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 20% at fault and your damages are $100,000, you would recover $80,000.

Most personal injury attorneys, including Mango Law for select cases, work on a contingency fee basis. This means we only get paid if you recover compensation. The fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict. If we do not win, you owe nothing.

Seek medical attention immediately, even if injuries seem minor. Call the police and get a report. Document the scene with photos. Collect contact information from witnesses. Do not admit fault or give recorded statements to insurance adjusters. Contact an attorney before speaking to the insurance company.

Mango Law primarily focuses on criminal defense. We take personal injury cases selectively where we can add value, such as cases with clear liability, adequate insurance coverage, and straightforward facts. This ensures we provide quality representation without overextending resources.