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AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT If you are injured in an automobile accident, the Swindell Law Firm can assist you with your injury claim. Knowing how difficult insurance companies can be, we can see that you are treated fairly and see that you receive a just settlement. If you are in an automobile accident, often times the insurance company will encourage you to quickly settle your claim without knowing the extent or permanence of your injuries. Adjusters often contact accident victims and ask for a recorded statement. It is likewise, just as important that you preserve proof of your injuries, pain, suffering and damages, as well as any evidence of the negligence of the person who caused the accident. The Swindell Law Firm commonly does most of the following things in any serious personal injury case, and whether you attempt to settle your claim personally, or intend to retain an attorney, you should consider doing some of them as well to preserve the evidence:
The above list is by no means comprehensive; however, we believe that by following these recommendations you can improve the position of your potential claim. The vast majority of our cases are settled out of court. In fact, it is usually not even necessary for us to file a law suit in order to obtain insurance benefits for our clients. If you do not have an attorney at this time and would like to discuss your case, then please contact the Swindell Law Firm. We offer free consultations for Automobile Accidents cases. WORKERS COMPENSATION If you are injured on the job in an accident, you are entitled to compensation. The Swindell Law Firm can assist you with your injury claim. Worker’s compensation laws require that your employer compensate you if you are injured in the course of your employment in an accident. In order to take advantage of worker’s compensation laws, you must be an employee (not an independent contractor), and your injury must have occurred during the course of your employment. If you are injured on the job, your employer will pay for your medical expenses, and you will receive some percentage (usually two thirds) of your wages while you are unable to work. In exchange for these guaranteed payments you will not be able to sue your employer. You may, however, still sue any third party who may have negligently contributed to, or caused, your injury. If you do not have an attorney at this time and would like to discuss your case, then please contact the Swindell Law Firm. We offer free consultations for Workers Compensation cases. SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY Social Security disability claims can be filed for any
worker, person, or child who expects to be off work, or who expects
not to return
to work for one year due to physical or mental disabilities.
Social Security
disability claims are represented from the initial claim
denial through the United States Federal Courts of Appeals. We offer free consultations for Social Security Disability cases. NURSING HOME NEGLIGENCE Nursing home negligence occurs when a resident is abused or neglected in a nursing home. Nursing home negligence can result in nursing home deaths, falls resulting in broken bones, malnutrition, dehydration, sexual assaults, decubitus ulcers and residents wandering off the nursing home premises and injuring themselves. Nursing home negligence cases are some of the most difficult cases we encounter. These types of cases are difficult because of the complexities presented and the vigorous and expensive defenses mounted by the large corporations that own the nursing homes. On a more personal level, they are among the most difficult because we relate to the families who are saddened and guilt ridden by being forced into the position of confronting the abuse and neglect of a loved one. If a nursing home fails to administer care in a professional and compassionate manner, and you or your loved one has suffered from inadequate care, you may be entitled to compensation. If you do not have an attorney at this time and would like to discuss your case, then please contact the Swindell Law Firm. We offer free consultations for Nursing Home Negligence cases. TRAFFIC OFFENSES: SPEEDING TICKETS, DWI & DWLR The Swindell Law Firm knows that there are many costs of traffic law convictions in North Carolina. In many instances, insurance premiums can increase from 25% to 400% after a conviction and assignment of points. We know that careful drivers are sometimes charged with offenses. We have experience with the North Carolina traffic laws and the protections that they offer you. We also have experience with the traffic courts and with the Department of Motor Vehicles. Not realizing the consequences, many people plead guilty to traffic offenses or simply pay their traffic tickets. However, if the matters are properly handled by a traffic attorney who has knowledge and experience with North Carolina traffic law, driving records and a significant amount of money can be saved. We may even be able to provide representation for your traffic ticket offense without your having to appear in court. If you have received a traffic ticket in Lenoir, Wayne, Greene, Jones, Pitt, Duplin or Craven Counties, you should contact a traffic attorney who knows the law and the protections available to you. Call or email us now for a consultation. We gladly accept Visa and MasterCard for your convenience. GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT LAW The legal relationship between the State of North Carolina and its employee is one of the most rapidly changing areas of the law. To combat potential abuse of state employees, the Swindell Law Firm offers its clients advice and legal representation in regard to unjust terminations and demotions during the course of their employment with the State of North Carolina. CORPORATE LAW We offer complete corporate services, including incorporation, shareholder agreements, bylaws, organizational minutes, applying for employer identification numbers and working with accountants to meet other IRS requirements. For businesses choosing to operate as limited liability companies, we file articles of organization, prepare operating agreements, apply for employer identification numbers and work with accountants to meet other IRS requirements. For businesses choosing to operate as partnerships, we register the partnership with the appropriate state or local agency, prepare partnership agreements, apply for employer identification numbers and work with accountants to meet other IRS requirements. We also offer maintenance services for all types of entities. REAL ESTATE We provide services in the full range of real estate transactions
to individuals, including sales, purchases, refinances, leases
and seller
mortgages. We represent both individual sellers and purchasers
as well as property developers. ESTATE MATTERS We provide a very personalized approach to clients seeking
to protect and enhance their estates for themselves and
their beneficiaries.
The Swindell Law Firm can draft, explain, and execute your
Will, Power
of Attorney, Health Care Power of Attorney, and Living
Will. We
can also handle guardianship proceedings for a loved one
who has become
incompetent.
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