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Monroe Personal Injury

As the county seat, Monroe is a hub of government and industry in Union County. The population growth will only continue as the Charlotte metropolitan area expands. As the county and city expands, the needs of its community will grow. For example, in 2023, Union County, North Carolina, saw 5,904 crashes, resulting in 2,062 nonfatal injuries and 23 fatalities. Monroe residents who need personal injury representation deserve the best the county has to offer, and Maginnis Howard’s attorneys are proud to serve the community.

What We Do

Our personal injury attorneys represent residents across Union County, including Monroe, in the wake of a traumatic event. Hiring Maginnis Howard means we can take some of the burden off of you. The last thing on your mind should be dealing with insurance agencies. Instead, you can focus on recovery and getting your life back on track. For our legal staff, every case is personal.

Practice Areas

Below are some of the most frequent types of personal injury claims we handle in Monroe. If you don’t see your injury listed here, reach out to us for more information.

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Practice Areas

Below are some of the most frequent types of personal injury claims we handle in Monroe. If you don’t see your injury listed here, reach out to us for more information.

Key Aspects of Monroe Personal Injury Cases

Like other areas in North Carolina, Monroe has specific considerations regarding personal injury cases. If you are injured in Monroe, it is crucial to seek prompt medical attention and consult with a personal injury attorney to understand your legal rights and options. Personal injury cases in Monroe can involve various types of accidents, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall incidents, and more.

Key aspects of personal injury cases in Monroe include:

  1. Liability: The first step in filing a claim is determining who is at fault. This may involve retaining expert witnesses, such as accident reconstruction engineers.
  2. Damages: Recoverable damages may include medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and, in some cases, punitive damages.
  3. Insurance Coverage: It is essential to understand the types of insurance coverage available, such as liability coverage, medical payments coverage, and uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage.
  4. Statute of Limitations: North Carolina has a statute of limitations for filing personal injury claims, so it is crucial to act promptly.

Damages

In a North Carolina personal injury case, the damages that might be recoverable generally include the following elements:

  1. Past and future medical bills: These are often the most common form of damages and cover the cost of immediate treatment. In some cases, future expenses for continuing and lifelong treatment, including permanent scarring, can also be obtained.
  2. Past and future lost wages: Accident victims who need time off to recover from their injuries can sue for lost wages. In more severe cases, such as long-term disability or being forced to change careers, victims may be entitled to the loss of future income.
  3. Past and future pain and suffering: These damages compensate victims for emotional distress and other non-economic impacts of the accident that result in long-lasting trauma.
  4. Punitive damages: These are awarded to punish the defendant for their actions. They are uncommon and require proof of the offender’s intent or willful misconduct.

 

These damages aim to provide comprehensive compensation for an injury’s various impacts on a victim’s life.

Why Maginnis Howard?

Our prior case results are just one part of why you should choose Maginnis Howard. We believe choosing a law firm with your and your community’s best interest at the forefront is essential. Some firms will want to settle your case as quickly as possible. However, at Maginnis Howard, our personal injury attorneys are concerned with getting YOU the best result possible. We treat each case with a different approach centered around the facts of your injury and tailor our strategies to what is best for you. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, we are proud to get to know our clients along their journey for justice.

Contact Us for Monroe Personal Injury Representation

You are entitled to fair compensation if you have been injured because of another person’s negligence. Our attorneys are proud to offer free consultations and work on a contingency basis. We travel to meet clients in Monroe and surrounding areas, including those in North and South Carolina. Visit our contact page for more information, or use our contact form, live chat, and email to reach an intake specialist.