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How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Attorney

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Jun 27, 2020 8:00:00 AM

While dealing with an injury from an accident is always an incredibly challenging time, it can ultimately be a force of change for the better in the long run. The result hinges upon who you choose to represent you.

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Topics: Personal Injury Attorney(s), Personal Injury Law

Questions to Ask Your Personal Injury Attorney

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Dec 4, 2019 1:54:02 PM

There are a lot of attorneys out there. How do you find the best one for your accident case? First, asking the right questions can help you ensure you choose an attorney who will best represent you during your journey towards a settlement. 

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Topics: Personal Injury, Personal Injury Attorney(s), Personal Injury Law, personal injury cases for minors

7 Mistakes That Can Affect Your Personal Injury Lawsuit

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Nov 14, 2019 12:32:00 PM

After an accident, it can be easy to make a mistake: a mistake that could cost you dearly, and may prevent you from receiving the money you deserve. These seven common mistakes may not seem like a big deal, but they can have a profound effect on the outcome of your case. A little attentiveness can go a long way towards reaching a successful settlement or award!

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Topics: Personal Injury Attorney(s), Serious Accidents & Injuries, Personal Injury Law, suing your employer, auto accident, personal injury cases for minors, Tips

9 Documents to Bring to Your First Personal Injury Attorney Meeting

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Sep 10, 2019 12:37:00 PM

 

After an accident, it is easy to feel overwhelmed or even intimidated by meeting with a lawyer. However, your attorney is an ally who only wants to help. Help them help you: Gather the tools they need to take up your fight and give you the best legal representation possible armed with all the facts!

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Topics: Personal Injury, Personal Injury Attorney(s), Personal Injury Law, personal injury cases for minors, Gainesville, Tips

Steven A. Bagen & Associates Firm Recognized by Top Legal Organizations

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Aug 10, 2017 10:17:51 AM

Steven A. Bagen has been been representing personal injury and accident victims since 1982. Recently our firm has been recognized by some of America’s most distinguished legal organizations, including:



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Topics: Personal Injury Attorney(s), News

5 Reasons Why You Need A Personal Injury Lawyer

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Jun 18, 2014 1:44:00 PM

When you've been in an accident, or found yourself in a situation where another individual has caused harm, the matter can seem clear cut. Another person caused your injuries or injured someone you care for, and the law should support your claims. Unfortunately, pursuing a claim for these injuries often isn't so simple.

A personal injury attorney is your most powerful ally in these cases. These professionals have the training and experience needed to navigate the sometimes obscure legal procedures surrounding personal injury cases. If you've considered representing yourself in a proceeding, take a look at these ways a personal injury attorney can help you. It may surprise you how much work goes into preparing a successful case!

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Topics: Personal Injury Attorney(s)

Medical Malpractice Lawsuits in Florida

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Jan 10, 2014 9:12:00 AM

Without a doubt, one of the hardest cases a lawyer will ever tackle is a medical malpractice lawsuit. Whether representing a defendant or a plaintiff, the job of representing a malpractice case is one best left to experienced lawyers. The reason medical malpractice situations are difficult to represent is because there are many laws and guidelines to follow, making some malpractice cases nearly irrelevant in court.

To prove a death or injury was sustained as the result of negligence on the behalf of an attending physician, surgeon, pharmacist, or any other medical staff takes years of experience and resources. Due to the massive number of malpractice lawsuits over the years, strict laws have been passed and are heavily enforced. These laws serve to help those in the medical profession have a fair shot of defending their innocence. Unfortunately, these laws mean that many people that have suffered from a legitimate injury or death as a result of medical malpractice are often left uncompensated.

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Topics: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury Attorney(s)

Why You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer for your Personal Injury Claim

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Jan 8, 2014 9:03:00 AM

Have you experienced a personal injury due to another party? If you have, then you should immediately contact a personal injury defense attorney in Gainesville. Depending on the extent of your injury, you could be facing some seriously costly medical and doctor bills. These are expenses that the offending party should pay for. Not to mention the fact that you should also be compensated for the pain and suffering resulting from the injury as well as any punitive damages owed to you due to the negligence of the offending party. If you have been injured, you should never try to take the offending party to court or deal with the insurance company on your own. There are a number of reasons why you’ll be able receive better compensation if you are working side by side with a personal injury defense attorney in Gainesville or Ocala. The following are just a few of the reasons why you should take advantage of the services of a local attorney.

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Topics: Personal Injury, Personal Injury Attorney(s)

How Auto Insurance Companies Investigate Claims for Auto Accidents

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Dec 26, 2013 8:30:00 AM

In order to protect your rights and receive proper compensation for your property loss or injuries if you are involved in an automobile accident, it is important to understand how insurance companies investigate accident claims. If you do not follow the correct procedures or if you attempt to file fraudulent claims, you could have the amount of your compensation drastically reduced, or even worse, find yourself on the wrong side of the law. This is where the services of a Gainesville personal injury lawyer are helpful with explaining your rights, what to expect during the claim investigation process, how to deal with the insurance company, and negotiating a fair settlement on your behalf.

Steven A. Bagen Law Firm is a personal injury law firm with offices in Gainesville and Ocala, Florida.

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Topics: Personal Injury, Personal Injury Attorney(s), Insurance Company

What to Expect During a Personal Injury Case.

Posted by Steven A. Bagen

Dec 13, 2013 3:25:00 PM

If you are suffering from injuries that you sustained during a car accident, most states allow you to file a personal injury case to be reimbursed for your suffering and pain. A personal injury claim has to be filed before the statute of limitations for your particular state expires. By talking with an accident law firm in Gainesville or Ocala, you can guarantee that everything is filed properly and on time.

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Topics: Personal Injury, Personal Injury Attorney(s), Personal Injury Law, Insurance Company