Perkins Personal Injury Blog

How Much Is Your Personal Injury Case Worth?
There isn’t a simple formula for figuring out how much compensation you will receive in a personal injury case. So if you are considering hiring an attorney to represent you in your personal injury case, don’t expect to know the recovery amount within a free consultation. Run, don’t walk, from any attorney who says she […]

What If I Require Ongoing Medical Treatment?
In a perfect world, you will get the medical treatment you need and we will know your: Permanent impairment Total medical expenses Impact on your job Impact of your activities Sometimes, though a case has to be evaluated before those things can be determined with certainty. For example, you may require ongoing treatment for the […]

Do As I Say, Not As I Sue
Our firm believes in giving a voice to those who have been injured so that they can have their story heard by a judge or a jury of their peers. “Tort reform” is often an attempt to take away that opportunity. The American Association for Justice prepared the attached article, which takes an interesting look […]

What is a Paralegal?
While lawyers assume the final responsibility for all legal work, they may delegate some of their more routine tasks to paralegals or experienced legal assistants. In fact, paralegals are assuming a growing range of tasks in legal offices across the country. One of a paralegal’s most important tasks is helping attorneys prepare for closings, hearings, […]
15 Things You Should Know About Your Personal Injury Case
1. Insurers’ property damage estimates often call for the use of aftermarket parts. You are entitled to have original equipment manufacturer OEM parts on your car or motorcycle. OEM parts usually fit better and are better quality. 2. You don’t have to let your insurer repair or pay you for your car or motorcycle. Often […]