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Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney

The timely, cost-effective resolution of injury claims often calls for an attorney who is experienced in handling personal injury matters and dedicated to providing personal service. Contact our firm today to schedule a consultation and case evaluation with an experienced personal injury attorney.

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After a car accident or other serious accident that leaves you or someone you love injured, it is important to talk with an attorney as soon as possible. A knowledgeable lawyer can educate you about your rights and your best options for obtaining the compensation that you need to pay for medical treatment, lost wages and other expenses related to your accident.

At my law firm, I, Norm Sandvoss, provide representation and counsel to injury victims in Ravenna and the surrounding communities of Portage County. For more than 40 years, I have handled personal injury cases in Ohio and I remain committed to the short term needs and long term goals of my clients.

Contact my firm to schedule a free initial consultation. Call my Ravenna office at 330-577-5126 or toll free at 877-462-4817 to make an appointment.

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In the state of Ohio in 2008, more than 1,100 people were killed as a result of automobile crashes. Thousands more suffered serious injuries in accidents throughout the state. If you have recently been hurt in a car, truck, motorcycle or other serious accident, contact my firm for a free consultation to discuss your options.

Whether you have been injured as a result of an auto accident, a dog bite, an accident on another person's property or in another serious accident in Ohio, it is important to talk with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible. Contact me, attorney Norm Sandvoss, to learn more about your rights.

Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney

When you’re injured, you need all the help you can get, and you need it as soon as possible. Unfortunately, that means that some injury victims pick the first attorney they find rather than making an informed choice. Before you hire a personal injury attorney, it’s important to educate yourself and find the right fit for you and your case. Norm Sandvoss, Attorney at Law in Ravenna is ready to get to work on your behalf. From settlement negotiations to the Ohio court system, we’ll be there for you.

Experience Assessing Claims. Personal injury attorneys are experienced with cases like yours and can tell you at the outset whether it is worth your while to pursue legal action. If you are unlikely to prevail, you will not need to incur the time and expense of preparing for litigation.

No Fees If You Don't Recover. Most personal injury attorneys work for a contingent fee, which means that if you do not win your case or reach a settlement, you will pay no attorneys' fees. However, you may be responsible for other expenses associated with your case. Your attorney will explain any costs you may be responsible for when you meet with him or her.

Red Tape. An experienced attorney can work through the maze of paperwork necessary to resolve your claim so that you can get on with your life.

Investigative Team. Experienced attorneys work with a team of investigators who have experience in specialized areas and will skillfully investigate the technical aspects of your case.

Objectivity. A personal injury attorney can be more objective about your case than you can and will not make a rash decision. Whereas you may be tempted, for instance, to go for a quick payout, your attorney may counsel you that it is in your best interests to wait for a more appropriate offer.

Alternative Dispute Resolution. An experienced attorney will know whether your dispute may be best resolved through mediation, thereby saving you time, money, and emotional energy.

Experience Working With Other Lawyers. An experienced personal injury lawyer can often deal most effectively and expediently with opposing counsel.

Experience With Insurance Companies. Lawyers are also used to working with insurance companies and will not be confused by their tactics or feel pressured to settle for an unsatisfactory amount.

Settlements. Personal injury attorneys work hard to reach settlements that meet their clients' needs as early as possible in the litigation process.

Jury Verdicts. If a trial becomes necessary, a personal injury lawyer can zealously represent you in court and work toward achieving a jury verdict in your favor.

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228 West Main Street, P.O. Box 248
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