Experienced Asheville Personal Injury Lawyers Who Will Fight for You

It’s easy to get into a groove in Asheville, a low-key and relaxed city. But this chill vibe goes away the second you suffer an injury. It can be the kind of thing that changes your life in all the wrong ways. That’s why it’s critical to consult with an experienced Asheville personal injury attorney.

Are There Any Common Types of Personal Injuries in Asheville?

As with almost every other city in the state, car accidents are the source for most injuries. Asheville is also a very active city, and that comes with its own list of risks. What if you’re jogging and fall because of a damaged concrete sidewalk? Or slip and fall due to a spill at one of the area’s many breweries? Buncombe County has the fifth highest rate of deaths due to falls and fall-related accidents in the state.

When someone knows about a dangerous situation or condition, they often have a duty to remediate or inform the public about that danger. If an injury occurs, they’re generally liable if they fail in that duty. No matter where you are in Asheville, there are ample threats for a personal injury, such as:

• Pedestrian injuries
• Cycling injuries
• Crime victim injuries
• Electrocution
• Dog bites

What if I Am Injured by Medical Malpractice in Asheville?

Something we should all be mindful of, especially these days, is medical malpractice. The health care industry is full of overworked medical professionals and understaffed medical facilities. These factors, to us, signal an area of great risk to patients.

In 2019, Asheville-area non-profit healthcare provider Mission Health was acquired by for-profit HCA Healthcare under certain conditions stipulated by Attorney General Josh Stein. Staff reductions apparently caused a great deal of public outcry, with some patients waiting 45 minutes for bedside assistance. This is the exact kind of environment where medical malpractice may be more likely to occur. While we sincerely hope you never suffer an injury due to medical malpractice, you should know that an Asheville personal injury lawyer is available to advise you.

How Does Contributory Negligence Impact a Personal Injury Case?

Personal injury law in North Carolina is different from most other states due to something called contributory negligence. The law basically says that, if you are even 1% responsible for your injury, you could be barred from compensation.

Do not hesitate to act because you’re afraid of contributory negligence.

This is where an experienced Asheville injury attorney really could make a difference. We’ve seen cases where someone may believe they were at fault, but the evidence shows otherwise. Don’t give up on your personal injury case without ever speaking to an attorney. We will evaluate your case free of charge.

What Steps Should I Take if I Am Injured in Asheville?

• Seek medical attention.
  If you don’t seek medical treatment, the insurance company may attempt to use this as evidence that your injuries are not serious.
• Document what happened.
  While the memory of the incident is still fresh in your head, write down exactly what happened and who was involved. Take photos if you can. Be as specific as possible because details tend to get fuzzy, or even forgotten, over time.
• Don’t simply take the first lowball offer.
  Insurance companies are often motivated to close each case quickly and inexpensively. Their first offer is not likely to be in your best interest.
• Consult a personal injury attorney.
  The insurance companies and other defendants involved in your case likely have legal counsel, and you should too. This initial case evaluation is free.

Contingency Fee Personal Injury Lawyer in Asheville – No Attorney’s Fee Unless You Win²

Since 1997, the personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin have helped more than 60,000 clients recover a total of more than $1.6 billion in compensation.¹ We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning we do not collect an attorney’s fee unless we collect for you.² That means we’re motivated to help you seek as much compensation as possible as quickly as possible.

Contact the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin in Asheville

If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence in Asheville, call us for a free case evaluation at 1-866-900-7078, or contact us online. Or, if you need more information, contact our Asheville office. Don’t get pushed around by an insurance company. Tell them you mean business.

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