Brentwood
Personal Injury Lawyer

If you were injured or lost a loved one due to the negligence of a driver, doctor, employer, manufacturer, or property owner, we can help you. A Brentwood personal injury lawyer from Berger and Green can determine if you are eligible for financial recovery.

While each personal injury case is different, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical costs, time missed from work, and your pain and suffering. Building a case for compensation is often difficult. You do not have to bear this burden alone. Our personal injury attorneys can help.

Types Of Personal Injury Cases We Handle In Brentwood

Our team handles all types of injury cases for injured parties in Brentwood:

Vehicular Collisions

Whether you or a loved one was injured in a truck, car, motorcycle, bicycle, or pedestrian accident, we can help. You may be able to hold the at-fault driver accountable for your injuries and related expenses. Our car accident lawyers can help you prove fault for your collision and pursue compensation from a liable party.

Slip And Fall Accidents

A slip and fall accident can result in serious injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Your legal team will fight to hold the property owner liable for your damages.

Product Liability

Every product in today’s market must undergo testing before being released to the public. If you or a loved one were using a product as instructed and suffered injuries, you could hold the product’s manufacturer liable. From malfunctioning baby items to exposure to cancer-causing chemicals, a Brentwood personal injury lawyer can help you pursue justice.

Medical Malpractice

Unfortunately, entrusting your health concerns to a medical professional sometimes results in new and unnecessary problems. Medical errors such as a misdiagnosis, being prescribed the wrong medication, or surgical mistakes can compound your health problems. We want to help regardless of how your injury occurred.

Workplace Accidents

While you cannot sue your employer if you are injured while on the job, you still have options for financial recovery. A Brentwood personal injury lawyer can help you file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits or pursue damages from another party.

Premises Liability Accidents

Any accident that occurs on someone else’s property could be grounds for a premises liability claim. Property owners have an obligation to ensure that their property is safe for every person they invite to the premises. Some examples of premises liability claims could include:

• Slips and falls
• Snow and ice accidents
• Injuries caused by inadequate security
• Injuries caused by improper maintenance
• Stare accidents
• Ladder accidents
• Elevator accidents
• Escalator accidents
• Dog bites
• Swimming pool accidents
• Garage accidents
• Parking lot accidents
• Trampoline accidents
• Amusement park accidents
• Hotel accidents
• Accidents caused by wet floors

Birth Injuries

Birth injuries are another common type of personal injury lawsuit. When a healthcare provider fails to diagnose a medical condition, makes a medical mistake, or is otherwise responsible for causing your maternal or newborn injuries, you may have grounds for a medical malpractice lawsuit.

Some examples of birth injuries you may be able to sue for include:

• Cephalohematoma
• Brachial plexus birth injuries
• Shoulder dystocia
• Erb’s palsy
• Cerebral palsy
• Fetal asphyxiation
• Facial paralysis
• Caput succedaneum
• Fractured collarbone
• Meconium aspiration
• Maternal birth injuries

If you or a loved one experienced serious harm in any of the above situations (or one we have not included here), we can help.

Personal Injury Laws In Pennsylvania That Could Affect Your Case

There are several Pennsylvania laws that could affect how much compensation you are awarded or your ability to move forward with your case. Here are some of the most important laws you need to be aware of:

• Under Pa. C.S.A. § 5524, Pennsylvania has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. If your lawsuit is not filed before time’s up, you will no longer have the right to pursue your case in the civil court system.
• Pennsylvania operates under a no-fault system for car accidents and auto insurance purposes. When you are involved in an accident, instead of filing a claim with the liable party’s insurance company, you will file a claim with your own insurance company. This is the purpose of your personal injury protection (PIP) coverage.
• If you lose a loved one in a fatal accident, you may have the opportunity to file a wrongful death lawsuit against those responsible.

The Burden Of Proof In A Personal Injury Case

When pursuing a personal injury lawsuit, the burden of proof is different than in criminal cases. In criminal court, you know that the prosecutor needs to prove the defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

However, when you are pursuing a civil lawsuit, the burden of proof is based on a preponderance of the evidence. This means your lawyer will need to introduce evidence that leaves little doubt in the mind of the jury that the defendant is at fault for your injuries.

Compensable Damages In A Personal Injury Case

One of the first options for compensation your Brentwood personal injury lawyer will exhaust is the liable party’s insurance company. After calculating the cost of your incurred expenses, your legal team will approach the insurance company with a figure that represents the scope of your losses.

Some personal injury claims are settled out of court. In an ideal situation, the insurer would offer you a settlement that leaves you with no out-of-pocket expenses. However, not every case is as simple.

If the insurance company denies liability or offers an unfair settlement, then you have the option of taking your case to court. Should your case be successful, you may be able to recover the cost of:

• Your medical bills, including those for anticipated procedures and treatments
• Lost income if your injuries resulted in missed time from work
• Reduced earning capacity, if your injuries caused you to take a job that paid lower than the one you had before the accident
• Pain and suffering, which accounts for the physical pain and emotional suffering of your injuries
• Emotional trauma
• Dismemberment
• Disfigurement
• Disability

If you are a qualified representative and you are filing a wrongful death claim on behalf of a decedent, you could recover the cost of:

• The decedent’s medical bills
• Funeral, burial, and memorial expenses
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of household benefits and parental guidance
• Loss of income

You may be able to recover the cost of damages that we have not listed here.

We Take Personal Injury Cases On A Contingency-Fee-Basis

Do not let fears associated with cost prevent you from pursuing legal action for your injuries. At Berger and Green, we work on a contingency-fee-basis. When you hire our legal services, you owe us no money upfront.

There is no deposit or any other financial commitments on your part. At the beginning of our partnership, your lawyer will explain that they get paid for their services out of the settlement or court award they get for you. This is a mutually agreed-upon percentage so that there are no surprises. If your lawyer cannot get compensation for you and your family, then you do not owe any attorney’s fees.

Let Berger And Green Protect Your Legal Interests

At Berger and Green, we believe that if you were not responsible for your accident, then you should also not be responsible for its related costs.

Your Brentwood personal injury attorney can help you by:

• Collecting evidence to determine who is liable for your damages
• Notifying the involved parties of your intent to take legal action
• Estimating the cost of your medical bills, lost wages, and other losses
• Negotiating for a fair settlement
• Addressing your questions and concerns throughout the legal process
• Preparing your case for litigation, if necessary

Work With A Personal Injury Lawyer Serving Brentwood Today

If you were injured or lost a loved one in an accident, we encourage you to reach out to our team today. During your free case evaluation, we want to learn about your accident and how we can help you.

Learn how a Brentwood personal injury lawyer at Berger and Green can help; call us today. Remember, there is no risk when you enlist the help of our injury team.