Frequently Asked Questions
Injury lawyers serving Kentucky and Indiana
How much money is my case worth?
Your case is worth either what we tell the insurance company it is worth or the amount of an award granted by a judge and jury. We examine all of the conditions surrounding your case in order to arrive at a figure that we believe the insurance company must pay for your injuries. These conditions include how the accident happened; what injuries you suffered; future medical problems; the amount of medical expenses; lost income; future medical costs; and future loss of income. We study every detail so that we can get you the money you deserve for your injuries.
How long will it take to get a fair and reasonable settlement offer?
Everyone knows that our legal system can be slow. Cases can vary in length from weeks or months to years in some instances. But there are some valid reasons for this. For example, most settlements and awards for injuries can't begin to be negotiated until medical treatment has been completed. The more medical treatment you receive, the more valuable your case becomes. We want you to get fully compensated for your injuries, so we wait until treatment is completed before telling the insurance company how much your case is worth. But, in the meantime, we never rest. While we wait for your treatment to be completed, we gather information that increases the value of your case. We constantly do everything we can to move your injury case forward toward settlement.
Will I have to go to court?
If the insurance company agrees to pay what we say your case is worth, then your case will not go to court. This is what happens in most situations. Some cases do require a formal trial proceeding, however. In either situation, hiring an injury law firm with experience in handling personal injury cases is critical. We prepare all of our cases as if they are going to court, and this is the very reason why most of our cases get settled out of court. We are always prepared, and that preparation allows us to negotiate from a position of strength, helping you get the maximum award for your injuries.
How much will Woods and Woods charge?
At Woods and Woods:
- There is no charge for your first visit or telephone call. All your questions will be answered and there is no obligation.
- We never charge a fee unless we obtain a recovery for you. Our fee is a percentage of your recovery.
- We will advance all costs for investigators, experts, filing fees, and other expenses associated with obtaining the maximum recovery possible. Reimbursement is required only if we win or settle your case.
- If a recovery is not made, you pay nothing.
- We do not charge any fees for helping you settle your claim for damage to your vehicle.
Please be aware that the legal information on this Web site does not constitute legal advice and it is not a substitute for the professional judgment of an attorney.
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What kind of injuries or disabilities does Workers' Compensation cover?
If you sustain an on-the-job injury, you are entitled to benefits. Kentucky and Indiana workers' compensation laws also cover long-term, acquired disabilities and diseases. For example, if you have a pinched nerve or chronic pain due to maintaining a certain position at work over the course of several years, you may be able to collect compensation for treatment. Workers' compensation benefits cover a wide range of disabilities acquired on the job, both short and long-term.
What kind of compensation can I receive?
There are three types of workers' compensation benefits: lost wages, medical fees and vocational rehabilitation or retraining. In general, you will receive compensation for lost wages equal to roughly two-thirds of your gross wages, averaged from a period just before your injury or illness. Customary and reasonable medical fees are naturally covered.
Can I also sue my employer?
Workers' compensation laws were created to provide quick, hassle-free compensation to injured employees without weighing down the courts and incurring unnecessary expenditures and delays. Under workers' compensation, a lawsuit against your employer because of injury or disability is not permitted. In return, an employer or its insurance company pays the benefits without a complicated battle over every last detail of your injury claim. Or at least that's what should happen in an ideal situation.
Then why should I call a lawyer?
Even if a Kentucky or Indiana workers' compensation case does not involve a lawsuit, you still need solid advice regarding your rights. If yours is a simple case of a couple weeks' missed work due to a minor injury, you could have smooth sailing. But when disputes arise regarding your claim or the money you are due, you need an Indiana or Kentucky workers' compensation attorney on your side. At Woods and Woods, our experience in employment law and workers' compensation cases will ensure you get the maximum benefits. And keep in mind we do not collect an attorney's fee unless we win compensation for you. Contact us today for a free evaluation of your case in which all of your questions will be answered.
Steps to take if you have been injured on the job:
- Promptly notify your employer.
- Seek medical treatment and follow your doctor's recommendations.
- Contact Woods and Woods to file your claim.
- Keep track of your expenses and lost time from work.
Do not speak with the insurance company. Our law firm will do that for you.
What the insurance company does not want you to know:
- You do not have to give the insurance company a recorded statement.
- You may be entitled to benefits even if you caused your own injury.
- Even though you had a prior injury to the same area, you still may be entitled to benefits.
- You may be owed money for your mileage, parking, and prescriptions.
You may be owed money for your permanent injuries and scarring.
Visit the National Safety Council website to learn more about how you can protect yourself after a Kentucky or Indiana car accident.
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If you're suffering from a personal injury, contact a Kentucky or Indiana injury lawyer at Woods and Woods today. Our main office is located in Evansville, Indiana, but we also have an office in Owensboro, Kentucky. We have successfully advocated for clients throughout Indiana and Kentucky, including Jasper, Vincennes, Madisonville, and Henderson. Complete a free online consultation form or call us at (800) 544-2108 for a free, immediate and confidential initial evaluation of your case.
Woods and Woods attorneys are licensed to practice law only in the states of Kentucky and Indiana. All information in this website is directed solely to those persons injured in these states. Anyone hurt in other states should not consult or rely upon this website. Please be aware that the legal information on this website does not constitute legal advice and it is not a substitute for the professional judgment of an attorney.
*Woods and Woods reserves the right to refer some cases to outside council in certain practice areas.
Please be aware that the legal information on this Web site does not constitute legal advice and it is not a substitute for the professional judgment of an attorney.
