The Griffin Law Firm, P.C. specializes exclusively in handling personal injury, worker's compensation, and wrongful death claims. We have focused our practice to these areas to make sure that we can offer outstanding representation to our clients. If you need an attorney in areas outside of our expertise, then we will gladly refer you to an attorney that specializes in that area of the law.

Personal Injury Claims (automobile collisions, slip and falls, etc.)

Worker's Compensation Claims (on the job injures)

Wrongful Death Claims (accidents, product liability, medical malpractice, etc.
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HOW MUCH IS THE ATTORNEY FEE?

Our fees are contingent on our getting you a recovery in your personal injury, worker's compensation, and wrongful death claims.  We do not get paid unless we get you a settlement and we will not settle your claim without your permission.

Our attorney's fees are contingent on our obtaining a recovery for you.  We will not settle your claim without your permission so we do not get paid until you get the recovery that you deserve.

Please contact us for more info .

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DO I NEED AN ATTORNEY OR SHOULD I HANDLE IT MYSELF?

You really cannot afford not to have an attorney.  Insurance companies are businesses which make their decisions on claims with the goal of saving themselves money.  The adjuster's will consistently do what is in the best interests of their employers (the insurance companies) and not the innocent victim.  If you hope the adjuster will do the right thing, then just remember the right thing to an insurance company is to make as much money as possible at your expense.  Without an attorney you do not know the value of your claim and you do not have the ability to litigate.  This puts you at the mercy of the adjuster who does not have your best interests in mind.  The Griffin Law Firm will fight for you to make sure you get everything you deserve!  Trust us enough to "TURN YOUR DISASTER OVER TO A MASTER" so that we can be your SETTLEMENT SOLUTION.

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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO TALK TO AN ATTORNEY?

Legal consultations are always FREE .  It only makes sense to ask a legal professional for answers to your questions and solutions for your legal problems.

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HOW MUCH IS MY PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM WORTH?

This is the magic question and there is no easy answer.  The facts of every case are different and these differences can make a dramatic change in the value of each case.  In personal injury claims, the issues are usually how severe and how permanent are your injures, how clear is the liability (i.e. how clearly negligent is the defendant), how much do you medical bills add up to, and how much do your lost wages add up to.  The wild card is what pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life are you entitled to which would be determined by a jury if the case cannot be settled.  Other issues which can affect the value is what is the venue (i.e. the county where your case must be tried).  Jury verdicts differ depending on the county where the case must be tried.  Typically this is determined by where the defendant lives.  If the defendant's conduct involves DUI, hit and run, or other conduct which demonstrates a reckless disregard for human life, then your case may have additional value for punitive damages.  These damages are designed to punish the defendant for severe misconduct.  Adjusters often add additional value to the case based on your having legal representation because they know you will be advised as to the value of your claim and that you can litigate if they do not pay the fair amount.

To get full value on your case (the amount of money that a jury would likely award) we strongly recommend that you hire an attorney to protect your interests.

We hope that you will "TURN YOUR DISASTER OVER TO A MASTER" and allow us to make sure you get EVERYTHING THAT YOU DESERVE.

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HOW DO I HANDLE BY PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIM?

The negligent driver's insurance company should pay you for the repairs of your damaged vehicle.  You are allowed to select a body shop of your choice.  You are also entitled to be repaid for your rental car expenses when you car is being repaired.  You may also be entitled to a diminished value claim if your car has lost value due to the repairs that were done.  This is usually based on the projection of how much less would your car sell for due to the body work that was done.  If you car is a total loss, then the negligent driver's insurance company should pay you for the fair market value (replacement cost if you were to purchase a similar vehicle in your community).  The adjuster does not have to pay off your automobile loan if your loan balance is greater than the fair market replacement cost of your vehicle.  The adjuster normally will not pay for your rental car expenses after the vehicle is declared a total loss and after a total loss property damage offer is conveyed to you.  If you hire us to help you with your personal injury claim, then we will gladly advise you through the confusing process of getting fully compensated for your property damage loss.

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WHEN DO I HAVE A VALID WORKER'S COMPENSATION CLAIM?

When you are injured by accident while working on the job doing your job duties you may have a worker's compensation claim.  Your employer must have at least 3 employees and you must be an employee and not an independent contractor to have a valid claim.  The Workers' Compensation Act requires that the injury must be by accident and must be in the course of and arising out of your employment for you to have a compensable claim.

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WHAT BENEFITS ARE PROVIDED FOR WORKER'S COMPENSATION CLAIMS?

If you have a valid claim, then you are entitled to medical treatment with authorized doctors, income benefits (i.e. lost wage payments) if your on the job injures are causing you to be disabled from working, and permanent partial disability benefits if a doctor assigns a permanent partial disability rating. 

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WHICH DOCTORS CAN I GET TREATMENT FROM FOR WORKER'S COMPENSATION CLAIMS?

Authorized doctors are usually the doctors on the employer's Posted Panel Of Physicians.  The employer hs the duty to post the Panel Of Physicians with at least 6 physicians and must explain its use to any injured employee.  You are entitled to select a doctor from this list who becomes the authorized treating physician.  You are further entitled to one free change of physician to another doctor on the Posted Panel.  The employer and their worker's compensation insurance company must also pay for doctors or treatment from other doctors that the authorized treating physician refers you to.  If you receive income benefits (weekly payments for lost wages), then you are also entitled to one Claimant Independent Medical Examination with a doctor of your choice.  If you go to your own doctor (i.e. personal doctor, health insurance doctor, etc.), then your medical bill for this treatment will probably not have to be paid by the employer or worker's compensation insurance company.

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HOW MUCH DO I GET UNDER WORKER'S COMPENSATION FOR LOST WAGES?

If you are totally disabled due to your on the job injury, and if the authorized treating physician provides you with a no work disability certificate, then you are entitled to TTD (temporary total disability) benefits.  These benefits are based on your AWW (average weekly wage) which is usually calculated by your wages earned for the 13 weeks prior to the date of the accident.  Your TTD (temporary total disability) comp rate is based on 2/3 of your AWW (average weekly wage) up to a maximum of $425.00.  If you are working light duty and are earning less per week due to your injures, then you may be entitled to TPD (temporary partial disability) benefits.  This is calculated by taking 2/3 of the difference between your current AWW (average weekly wage) each week and your AWW (average weekly wage) prior to the accident.

Worker's compensation claims are very complex and it is always best to hire an attorney who specializes in workers' compensation law.  The Griffin Law Firm has specialized in worker's compensation claims since 1995.  Call us for a free consultation to see if we can help you make sure all of your rights are protected and help you get all you are entitled for your worker's compensation claim.

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WHAT ARE WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIMS?

Wrongful death claims arise when someone dies due to the negligence of another.  This can be the result of a car wreck, a defective product or medication (product liability claim), or due to medical negligence.  These claims are the legal means for compensating the surviving family members for the loss of their loved one.  No money can replace the loss of a loved one, but often the surviving family needs a large recovery to help the family continue to be able to pay their bills and other obligations.  These claims are usually very large claims and often require the use of expert witnesses which can be very expensive.  If you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another, please call us for a free consultation so that we can explain your rights and how our representation can help you get all you deserve.

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