If you were hurt in Westland, MI, because of someone else’s carelessness or recklessness, we are here to help. Our attorneys represent seriously injured victims hurt by another party’s negligence in Michigan.
We strive to be the voice of the unheard. We will take the time to listen to you, understand your concerns, and fight for the money you need and deserve based on your case. Let a Westland, MI, personal injury lawyer from Christensen Law pursue justice in your injury case.
Contact us today to learn more about your legal options after a severe injury accident in Westland. We will review your rights with you for free.
How Much Will a Westland, MI, Personal Injury Attorney Recover for Me?
When we investigate an accident involving an injury in Westland, we also gather documentation of the victim’s injuries, expenses, and losses. This is crucial because it informs the potential value of the case and shows us what a fair settlement might look like. We will not negotiate with the liability insurance companies involved in these cases until we have a strong understanding of the case’s potential settlement range.
When we gather documentation and other evidence to understand the client’s damages, we also use our experience with similar cases and expert opinions to determine a value for their non-economic losses and their future care expenses.
Some of the most common types of damages we recover for those with serious injuries in Westland, Michigan, include:
- Medical treatment
- Future care costs
- Lost wages and other income
- Reduced ability to earn a living
- Related expenses and losses
- Non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering and emotional anguish
If your injuries occurred in a car crash, we sometimes file our client’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) claim to get coverage of their medical care, lost income, replacement services, and other benefits quickly to help them avoid excessive financial stress while we pursue compensation in a fault-based claim or lawsuit.
What If My Loved One Cannot Contact a Lawyer Because of Their Injuries?
If your loved one has significant head trauma, remains sedated, is on strong painkillers, or has other injuries that prevent them from contacting us about their case, we will discuss your family’s options with you during a free consultation. Reach out, and we can talk about your options for today and in the future.
We also handle wrongful death cases and will talk to the victim’s personal representative about how to proceed with this type of legal action during a free case review.
Why Should I Choose Christensen Law to Handle My Westland, MI, Personal Injury Case?
Christensen Law’s primary focus is on personal injury law and catastrophic injuries. Most of our cases focus on auto accidents, although we are well-versed in injuries from other incidents, as well.
When you call on our team, you can count on us to listen to you, protect your rights, and work toward a win. We aim to be the voice of the unheard and to listen and truly understand the challenges our clients are facing. We want to ensure every story is heard and that every need is met. We will protect your rights and seek the money you deserve, sparing no resources to get you the money you deserve based on your accident facts.
We Fight for Victory on Behalf of Personal Injury Clients
At Christensen Law, our Westland, MI, personal injury lawyer pursues fair compensation for all of our client’s losses. We have aggressively gone toe-to-toe with the country’s largest insurance companies—and won—since 1991. Many cases settle out of court, but we treat every case as though we are taking it to trial. We develop strong, compelling arguments for a fair payout and are ready to go to court if necessary to secure compensation.
This approach allows us to recover multi-million, record-setting awards and settlements for our clients. This includes:
- $17.8 million in damages for a client hurt in a serious car accident and is now unable to live independently
- $9.5 million settlement and coverage of extensive ADA modifications for a motorcyclist who lost his leg, requires a wheelchair, and suffered numerous other injuries after another driver crossed the centerline
- $4.197 million recovered after seven years of litigation on behalf of a client who was a passenger in a car that ran a stop sign and caused a T-bone accident
- $3 million for a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury and spinal herniation after a pedestrian versus car accident in a Michigan parking lot
- $1,235,463 verdict in a complex case filed on behalf of a pedestrian who suffered a significant brain injury and continues to require ongoing care and support
Many of our biggest cases involve traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and other catastrophic injuries. Founding Partner and Trial Attorney David Christensen has won 95 percent of his TBI cases and knows how to develop a strong case based on these severe injuries. He has a network of experts to call on and is well-versed in related topics such as neuroimaging, neuropsychology, and micro-damage. We use our knowledge and these and other resources to fight for an award on your behalf.
Our attorneys serve cities across Michigan, including Westland. If you were hurt, we are here to help, just contact us about your case and let us assess your options. We often represent seriously injured clients, help them recover compensation, and hold the at-fault party or parties accountable.
What Types of Cases Our Westland, MI, Personal Injury Attorneys Handle
Our personal injury lawyers manage cases based on negligence. Negligence occurs when one party behaves carelessly and causes another to suffer harm. To hold a party responsible for negligence, we need to show:
- They owed our client a duty of care. This often relies on applicable laws, such as traffic laws in car accident cases.
- They failed to uphold their duty of care, possibly by violating a traffic law.
- Their failure was the direct cause of an accident.
- Our client suffered harm, usually in the form of serious injuries and financial losses.
Our attorneys have more than 30 years of experience building these cases and pursuing compensation for our clients. You can count on us to gather the evidence needed to support your negligence case.
What Evidence is Necessary to Prove a Personal Injury Case?
The evidence we need to compel the insurance company to offer a fair settlement or convince the jury to issue a verdict in our favor depends greatly on the circumstances of the case. Our team diligently investigates each case and gathers the proof to show what occurred and who is liable. This could include:
- Eyewitness interviews
- Video of the accident or incident
- An accident scene survey
- Official reports from responding agencies, such as the police crash report
- Accident reconstruction
- Expert opinions
- Medical records
- Documentation of damages
Why Focus on Serious and Catastrophic Injuries?
Most of our clients experience serious or catastrophic injuries. They often receive inpatient care and follow-up treatment at facilities like Corewell Health Wayne Hospital or one of the four Level I or II trauma facilities in the greater Detroit area. Many require rehabilitation or therapy before returning to their home.
Our attorneys believe we are uniquely positioned to serve these clients and help them get justice. We are familiar with the types of accidents and incidents that cause these injuries and what it takes to build a case based on them. The types of injuries we frequently see in our clients include:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries: Head trauma, concussions, and serious brain injuries
- Spinal Injuries: Neck and back injuries, including those with partial or complete spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Amputations: Traumatic amputations, limb injuries that require amputation, and loss of use injuries
- Serious Burns: Deep burns with significant scarring or those that cover a larger percentage of the body
- Wrongful Death: Families can recover compensation if their loved one dies from their injuries
We believe recovering compensation for catastrophic injuries is important because victims often live with significant, lasting changes in their abilities. Some lose mobility, and others cannot live independently. They require extensive care and support for months, years, or the rest of their lives.
We strive to recover the money they need to cover these costs and improve their quality of life to the highest level possible based on their disabilities and needs.
What Happens If My Westland, Michigan, Personal Injury Lawyer Needs to Sue for My Compensation?
Sometimes, we must sue for a car accident or another type of personal injury case. When this is necessary, our attorney will prepare and file a complaint in the appropriate jurisdiction. For injuries that occur in Westland, we could file our lawsuit in the 18th District Court in Westland. However, we often need to file serious injury cases in circuit court because of the limit on how much district courts will award.
We are familiar with the courts that serve Westland and Wayne County and will ensure we pursue your case in the correct jurisdiction to maximize your potential compensation.
Keep in mind that there are deadlines for filing a lawsuit based on your injury case. The deadline depends greatly on the circumstances of the case. Generally, Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.5805 gives three years to file for a personal injury or wrongful death. However, you will have significantly less time if you need to sue a government agency or file a lawsuit to get your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) policy to pay out.
Do You Have Questions for Our Westland, MI, Personal Injury Attorney?
If you have questions about a Westland personal injury case, our team will provide answers. We offer some general answers to a few frequently asked questions here and additional information specific to your case during your free consultation with our team.
How Much Will It Cost to Hire a Christensen Law Attorney?
It does not cost anything to hire our lawyer to manage your case. We do not charge upfront fees or costs. We represent injured parties and their families based on contingency, meaning we do not get paid until—and unless—we recover money in your case.
Our attorney’s fees are a percentage of the total payout we secure for you. We will discuss how this works and the percentage you will pay during your initial case consultation with our team.
When Should I Call an Attorney from Christensen Law About My Case?
Call our team for your free consultation as early as possible after your injury accident. We know serious injuries can delay your ability to reach out to us for help, but your case will benefit from our lawyer getting an early start on your case. We need to preserve time-sensitive evidence and protect your rights from the insurance companies and liable parties.
What Are the Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Victims generally lack the knowledge, experience, and resources to manage their own cases, especially when they are dealing with serious injuries. Hiring a lawyer provides an advocate who knows how to protect your rights, build a case, demand fair compensation, negotiate, and litigate the case. Victims focus on their healing and have peace of mind knowing their claim or lawsuit is in good hands.
Who Can File a Claim or Lawsuit After a Personal Injury Accident?
When victims suffer catastrophic injuries in a car crash or another negligence accident, they may not be able to connect with our team for weeks or months during their treatment and rehabilitation. Some people with life-altering injuries never recover enough to discuss their cases with us.
When this occurs, we encourage their immediate family to contact us to discuss their options. Immediate family members should also call us if their loved one died from their Westland, MI, injuries. We can help them determine their next steps in pursuing a wrongful death case.
Discuss Your Westland, MI, Injuries With Our Team for Free
Christensen Law provides free consultations for victims who suffered significant injuries in a Westland, MI, negligence accident. We can assess your case to determine how our Westland, MI, personal injury lawyer can help and what steps you should take to get started.
Use our online contact form or call us to learn more about your rights after your Westland accident.
