Personal injury claim
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another, you may qualify to receive compensation for the damages you suffered. Whether you were injured in an accident, on the job or if you are the family member of a victim who was injured because of the carelessness of another party, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim. With the help of the first-rate injury attorneys from our firm, you can ensure that you are well-informed throughout the entire claim process, which can greatly reduce your risk of being undercompensated or held responsible for causing an accident.
The Ferguson Law Firm, P.C. has more than 40 years of combined experienced and has recovered compensation for injured victims in the tens of millions. Our legal team is highly educated, experienced and dedicated to providing injured victims and their families with the recovery and compensation they deserve. Our close and genuine client relationships are unrivaled in the industry and when you choose to work with our firm, you can rest assured knowing that we will evaluate each case based on its particularities in order to develop the best and most appropriate strategy. If you are looking to file a personal injury claim for any of the following situations, our firm can be of assistance:
Auto Accidents Road traffic collisions are the leading cause of injury and death nationwide. Injuries suffered as the result or car or trucking accidents can greatly impact the lives of victims and their families. If you have been injured in an auto accident due to the negligence of another driver, you may be eligible to receive compensation by filing a personal injury claim.
Construction Accidents America is expanding rapidly and there is a constant need for new residential and commercial property. Because of the various machinery, large debris and heavy building supplies, construction sites can be very hazardous and dangerous places to work. Construction companies must keep sites safe for workers, and in the event an injury occurs because of their negligence, they must be held responsible.
Dangerous Drugs American consumers make up the largest market for prescription pharmaceuticals, and there is a constant barrage of pills being marketed when medical studies are still inconclusive. If you have experienced any injuries, illnesses or diseases as a direct result of prescription medication, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins or supplements, you have the right to file a claim and receive compensation.
Defective Products Product liability is a specific area of law that requires any manufacturers, distributors or others who make products available to the public to be held responsible for any injuries their products cause. Large companies have extensive resources to defend themselves against defective product claims, and it is beneficial to have legal aid and assistance when filing personal injury claims for defective products.
Drunk Drivers Drunk or intoxicated drivers have long been a serious threat to American roadways, and state and federal governments have begun to crack down on those who drive drunk. Innocent victims who have been injured by a person driving under the influence can suffer serious injuries and damages. Driving while intoxicated is illegal and drunk drivers must be held responsible for their careless actions.
Industrial Accidents Industrial facilities must provide safe conditions for their employees. Be it a chemical or refinery plant or any premises where industrial equipment and products are used or made, injuries suffered by workers may be grounds for personal injury claims and monetary compensation for any resulting damages.
Motorcycle Accidents The prevalence of motorcycle accidents has been extremely high ever since motorcycles first hit the roadways. Motorcycle riders are much more vulnerable to injuries and severe damage than people in passenger vehicles and statistics prove their chances of being hurt are also shockingly high. Despite these facts, motorcycle riders run the risk of being undercompensated or held at fault for causing accidents.
Offshore Injuries Texas and the Gulf region is host to a number of seaman, dockworkers, and oil and gas employees who are commonly exposed to dangerous working conditions. These offshore workers are often hurt on the job from explosions, dangerous machinery, and offshore platforms and their injuries have a high potential of being severe. A personal injury claim allows those injured offshore to be repaid for any damages suffered.
Premises Liability Any owner, operator or manager of a property is obligated to provide safe conditions and a healthy environment for any visitors or guests. When injuries or illnesses occur because property owners fail to act with reasonable care, owners must be held responsible. Victims can file claims based on premises liability laws in order to be fairly compensated for damages incurred on another's property.
Railroad Accidents Despite the common belief that trains are safer than other forms of transportation, train and railroad accidents are still a common occurrence. Whether it is conductor negligence, improper rail signals or faulty equipment, injury-causing railroad accidents place responsibility on rail and train companies. If your injury occurred as the result of a train accident or railroad related incident, you may be able to receive compensation.
Nursing Home Neglect There is nothing is more unfortunate and distasteful than the neglect or abuse of elderly victims in nursing homes. Nursing home employees may neglect residents' hygiene, basic needs or medical care and in some cases can be physically or emotionally abusive. Victims in these cases are often defenseless and it is up to family members and loved ones to speak up and hold those responsible for nursing home negligence liable.
Dram Shop Liability Dram shop is a legal term used to describe any establishment that serves or sells alcoholic beverages. Supplying minors with alcohol or over-serving visibly intoxicates individuals can lead to third-party accidents caused by drunk drivers. If your case involves a bar, restaurant, liquor store or other establishment that serves alcohol, you may be able to file a claim under dram shop liability law.
Evaluating Your Personal Case Each personal injury case and claim is different, and from our experience, there is no one size fits all when it comes to defending them or preparing a legal strategy. The Ferguson Law Firm, P.C. is prepared to handle any of the accidents listed and is willing to hear any other personal injury matter you may be experiencing. When handling any new case, we provide a free consultation and case evaluation for as long as it takes to get the story. We will then closely focus on your case's personal circumstances, heavily investigate, act to preserve evidence, collect statements and do whatever else is necessary to achieve the most favorable resolution.
We handle every personal injury claim on a case by case basis. Whereas other firms often work to move cases and get more clients, we do our best to ensure that you have all the information you need and that your case receives our best efforts and aggressive legal defense. If you or a family member has been injured in an accident, it is best to consult legal counsel early in your claim process. We work on a contingency fee basis and want you to feel confident about choosing us to represent you. You have nothing to lose by contacting us to learn more about your personal injury case and your right to be compensated.