Commonly Asked Questions About Civil Lawsuits
1. How long does a civil litigation lawsuit take?
There is no average amount of time for a lawsuit. Every case is different and unique. Therefore, each individual case is going to take a different amount of time. Brunton Law Offices attempts to get you the most money for your case in a timely fashion. In some cases, we are able to obtain settlements before filing suit (after treatment is either done or stabilized). In other cases, we have to file a complaint before obtaining a settlement or trial. Often, it depends on the defending insurance company as whether it will offer a sufficient amount of money for what your case is worth. We attempt to "push" the case forward and we consider our firm aggressive.
2. Will the attorney be working directly on my case?
Yes. Both Mr. Brunton and Ms. Stewart may work directly on your case. These attorneys have over 38 years of experience concentrating in civil litigation and workers' compensation. We have paralegals in our office that can also help you with any questions you have. You should ask any potential lawyer that you plan to hire what their background and experience is before hiring a lawyer.
3. Should I call the police if I am in an auto accident?
Yes. It is very important that you contact the police immediately. This will provide proof of the accident. The police will be able to conduct an immediate investigation of the scene of the accident. This will allow for the police to take statements of witnesses and examine the other driver to check for drug or alcohol use. You should make sure that you have not suffered injuries, which might not develop symptoms until days or even weeks after the accident, and you should always consult with your doctor to make sure that you are aware of all the avenues of recovery available to you.
4. What information should I obtain?
It is important to seek medical attention immediately after an automobile accident if you are seriously injured. Once the medical and police assistance have been requested, you should obtain the following:
- The full names of every driver involved in the accident
- Driver's license numbers of all drivers involved
- Addresses of all drivers involved
- The full names of any passengers in any of the vehicles
- The full names of any witnesses to the accident
- The full names of any pedestrians involved
It is also important for you to take note of the time and place of the accident, damage to the vehicles, whether anyone accepted responsibility for the accident, and to be able to explain, in detail, what happened during the time of impact. If you believe that any of the involved drivers were under the influence of alcohol or drugs, notify the police.
Important facts About Us
- Over 38 years of combined experience handling personal injury cases.
- Aggressive, successful lawyers with excellent reputations.
- We will attempt to obtain maximum value for your case.
- We will return your phone calls promptly.
- We will make home and hospital visits, if required.
- We will give you the very best service and effort available.
- No fee unless you win.