Personal Injury Attorneys in Lafayette and Crawfordsville
Every day, people in Indiana are injured through no fault of their own. Car accidents, truck collisions, slip and falls, and other incidents can leave you facing mounting medical bills, lost wages, and an uncertain future.
At BB&C, we believe when you’re hurt because of someone else’s actions, you deserve to have someone fighting for your rights. Our personal injury attorneys help people in Lafayette, West Lafayette, and throughout Tippecanoe County get back to normal.
When to Get a Personal Injury Attorney's Help
The sooner you contact us after an accident, the better we can protect your rights and build your case. Evidence can disappear, witnesses’ memories fade, and insurance companies move quickly to minimize their liability.
You Should Call a Personal Injury Attorney For:
Serious Injury
Your injuries require medical treatment or you can’t work because of them.
Insurance Claims
An insurance company denies your claim or offers inadequate compensation.
Determining Responsibility
There’s a dispute about who was at fault.
Multiple Parties
When more than one person may be liable for your injuries.
Even if you’re not sure whether you have a case, it’s worth calling us for a consultation. We can evaluate your situation and explain your options with no obligation.
Send us a message or call us at 765-742-9066 to speak with a personal injury attorney today.
What Does a Personal Injury Attorney Do?
Personal injury law covers situations where someone is harmed due to another person’s negligent or reckless behavior. Our attorneys help clients navigate the complex legal and insurance systems to secure fair compensation for their injuries.
We Handle a Wide Range of Personal Injury Cases
Premises Liability
- Slip and fall accidents
- Inadequate security
- Dangerous property conditions
- Swimming pool accidents
Other Injury Claims
Your Injury Advocate
Our personal injury lawyers investigate your accident, gather evidence, handle all communications with insurance companies, negotiate settlements, and if necessary, take your case to trial. We work to ensure you receive maximum compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages.
PERSONAL INJURY, ACCIDENTS & WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEYS
Kyle E. Cray
Attorney
Cecilia Neihouser Harper
Attorney
Kisti Good Risse
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Common Questions About Personal Injury Cases
Every case is unique, and the value depends on several factors including the severity of your injuries, the impact on your life and work, your medical expenses, and the circumstances of the accident. During your consultation, we can provide a more specific assessment based on your situation.
Compensation in personal injury cases may include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Property damage
- In wrongful death cases, funeral expenses and loss of companionship
Indiana has a two-year statute of limitations for most personal injury cases. This means you have two years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to compensation forever.
This is why it’s crucial to contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible after your accident. The sooner we can begin investigating and building your case, the better.
Indiana follows a modified comparative fault rule. This means you can still recover compensation even if you were partially responsible for the accident, as long as you were less than 51% at fault. However, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
For example, if you were 20% at fault and your damages total $100,000, you could recover $80,000. Our attorneys work to minimize any fault attributed to you and maximize your recovery.
Insurance companies often make quick settlement offers soon after an accident, hoping you’ll accept before understanding the full extent of your injuries and damages. These initial offers are typically much lower than what your case is worth.
Before accepting any settlement, it’s important to consult with a personal injury attorney. Once you accept a settlement, you typically cannot seek additional compensation later, even if your injuries turn out to be more serious than initially thought.
Most personal injury cases settle out of court through negotiations or mediation. However, if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, we’re prepared to take your case to trial. Our attorneys are experienced trial lawyers who have successfully represented injured clients in courtrooms throughout Indiana.
At BB&C, we handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you don’t pay any attorney fees unless we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict we recover for you.This arrangement ensures that everyone has access to quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation.
Keep in mind the cost of not hiring an attorney can be significant. Insurance companies have teams of lawyers working to minimize what they pay. Without experienced legal representation, you’re at a disadvantage and may receive far less compensation than you deserve.
The steps you take after an accident can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation. At the scene, call 911 if anyone is injured, move to safety if possible, take photos of the accident scene and injuries, get witness contact information, and exchange insurance information with other drivers. Do not admit fault or apologize for the accident.
After leaving the scene, seek medical attention immediately (even if you don’t think you’re seriously hurt), keep all medical records and receipts, and report the accident to your insurance company. Start a journal documenting your injuries and call us as soon as you’re able at 765-742-9066 so we can help.
Why Choose BB&C for Your Personal Injury Case?
When you’re injured, choosing the right attorney can make all the difference in your recovery and your future. Here’s what sets our personal injury practice apart:
- Experience You Can Trust. Our attorneys have decades of combined experience handling personal injury cases. We’ve helped countless Indiana families recover millions of dollars in compensation.
- Personalized Attention. You’re not just a case number to us. We take the time to understand your unique situation and develop a strategy tailored to your needs.
- Aggressive Advocacy. We’re not afraid to stand up to big insurance companies or take cases to trial when necessary. We fight for what you deserve.
- Local Knowledge. As members of the Lafayette community, we’re invested in the wellbeing of our neighbors. We understand local courts, judges, and procedures.
- No Fee Unless We Win. Our contingency fee arrangement means you have nothing to lose by calling us and everything to gain.
Understanding Different Types of Personal Injury Cases
Every day, people in Indiana are injured through no fault of their own. Car accidents, truck collisions, slip and falls, and other incidents can leave you facing mounting medical bills, lost wages, and an uncertain future.
At BB&C, we believe when you’re hurt because of someone else’s actions, you deserve to have someone fighting for your rights. Our personal injury attorneys help people in Lafayette, West Lafayette, and throughout Tippecanoe County get back to normal.
With over 6 million car accidents in the U.S. annually, these cases represent the most common type of personal injury claim. Our car accident attorneys handle communications with insurers and fight to secure fair compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Motorcycle Accident Claims
Motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than passenger car occupants per vehicle mile traveled. Insurance companies often unfairly blame riders, but we are dedicated to aggressively protecting motorcyclists’ rights to full compensation.
Burn Injury Cases
More than 400,000 people receive medical treatment for burn injuries annually in the U.S. These devastating injuries often require years of treatment and leave permanent scarring, and we ensure compensation covers not just medical bills but also psychological trauma and diminished quality of life.
An estimated 1.5 million Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries each year, with effects that can last a lifetime. Because symptoms aren’t always immediately visible, insurance companies often try to minimize these claims, but we work with medical experts to document the full extent of your injury and secure adequate compensation.
In accidents with cars and commercial trucks that result in death, the fatality occurs in the passenger vehicle 97% of the time. These complex cases often involve multiple liable parties, including trucking companies and maintenance providers, and our attorneys have the resources to investigate thoroughly and hold responsible parties accountable.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Falls account for over 8 million emergency room visits each year, making them the leading cause of ER visits. When property owners fail to maintain safe premises, they can be held liable, and our attorneys investigate thoroughly to prove they knew or should have known about dangerous conditions.
Preventable injuries are the third leading cause of death in the United States. When negligence claims a loved one’s life, Indiana law allows families to seek justice and financial security. While no amount of money can replace your loss, our attorneys handle these cases with compassion, while aggressively pursuing the compensation your family deserves.
At Bennett, Boehning, & Clary, we know how overwhelming it can be to deal with injuries, medical bills, and insurance companies while trying to heal. That’s why we’re here.
Our personal injury attorneys in Lafayette, Indiana, fight for injured people every day, and we’d be honored to fight for you.
Send us a message or call us at 765-742-9066 to speak with a personal injury attorney today.