So much more than just a law office! This is a group of people who truly care in providing the best customer service experience possible in some of your toughest times. Highly recommend to anyone in need of someone in this field in the greater Fort Wayne area!
When you are involved in an accident in Fort Wayne, you should look for a personal injury lawyer near you who can take some of the burdens off your shoulders such as:
Organizing and addressing your medical bills
Handling repair or replacement of your vehicle
Filing a claim for compensation and benefits
Dealing with insurance companies.
You should call Truitt Law Offices – a personal injury firm that has proudly served Fort Wayne and surrounding areas in Northeast Indiana for nearly four decades.
We are a small law office that truly treats our clients like family. We take the time to understand what is important to them, and we tailor our legal representation towards meeting their goals. We are a truly client-centered law practice.
If you believe that your accident was caused by another person’s careless acts, give us a call or drop us a note online to schedule a free review of your case.
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So much more than just a law office! This is a group of people who truly care in providing the best customer service experience possible in some of your toughest times. Highly recommend to anyone in need of someone in this field in the greater Fort Wayne area!
What Can You Expect When You Contact Our Law Firm?
If you have never filed an insurance claim or dealt with the court system in Fort Wayne and Allen County, before, you may be intimidated by what lies ahead. However, by calling or connecting with us online, you have taken a positive first step.
Here is what you can expect to happen at your free consultation:
You will speak directly with a member of our legal staff as well as one of our highly experienced personal injury lawyers: Richard Truitt and Daniel Brophy.
Both attorneys have a long history of helping accident victims and their families in Fort Wayne and communities throughout Allen County.
We will want to know some basic facts about your case, including where and when your accident or injury happened and how it has impacted your life.
Of course, you may want to ask us questions, too, such as:
Have you handled cases like mine before?
How much do you charge for your services?
How will I pay my medical bills?
Who will repair or replace my car?
What can I potentially recover in damages?
Should I accept the insurance company settlement?
We would be glad to answer as many questions as you have. We want to make sure you fully understand your rights and options under Indiana law.
After our consultation, we can begin our investigation of your case. We may review medical records, accident scene evidence and consult with experts.
We can then advise you on whether to pursue a personal injury or wrongful death claim, and we can carefully guide your case throughout the insurance claims process.
If necessary, we will file a complaint in the proper state or federal court and pursue your case through trial if a settlement is not reached.
Additionally, once you begin working with us, we can deal directly with the insurance companies for you. As most clients find, this alleviates a great deal of stress. We can also guide you through any issues involving your medical bills and vehicle damages.
Please know that you will pay no fees for our legal services unless we secure a financial recovery for you. These are known as contingency fee agreements.
You can count on Truitt Law Offices to conduct a thorough investigation of your accident to determine who should be held responsible. Our Indiana personal injury lawyers will then fight for the full and fair compensation you need to recover.
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Although our Fort Wayne personal injury lawyers handle a broad range of cases, the reality is that most of our clients have been hurt in “accidents” of some kind. We call them “accidents” even though another party typically is at fault. We help our clients to pursue compensation for the harm they have suffered.
Due to our focus, our firm has developed extensive experience in cases such as:
Car Accidents – We work with those who have been injured in collisions involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrians. We know how each crash involves unique facts and legal issues. We explore all options for compensation.
Slip & Falls – We have handled a wide array of cases involving slip and falls due to ice and snow, slippery substances, broken stairs, poor lighting and other causes. We have a firm grasp of how Indiana premises law applies to these incidents.
Construction Site Accidents – We help injured construction workers to explore options that go beyond workers’ compensation benefits. In many cases, workers may be able to sue an at-fault third party – or a non-employer or co-worker.
Dog Bites – All too often, we see cases in which children have suffered injuries in dog attacks. We know how to navigate Indiana’s dog bite laws and pursue claims for a recovery – typically through the dog owner’s homeowners’ insurance.
Medical Malpractice – Some of the most devastating “accidents” involve medical errors. Our firm helps those harmed by emergency room errors, surgical errors, medication errors, misdiagnoses and birth injuries.
Defective Drugs & Medical Devices – Many medical products cause dangerous side effects and complications. Unfortunately, drug and medical device manufacturers do not always adequately warn doctors and patients about risks.
Toxic Tort– We assist those who have suffered injury and illness due to needless exposure to hazardous chemicals, discarded medical products, pesticides and other toxic waste.
With an academic background in science, attorney Richard Truitt has a keen understanding of the serious injuries that our clients have suffered and how those injuries have affected their lives. Our firm has worked with clients with injuries such as traumatic brain injury, spinal injury, burn injury and more.
We also assist families with filing wrongful death claims after they have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another.
What Steps Should You Take If You Were in an Accident?
As you move forward after an accident in Fort Wayne, we suggest that you take the following steps:
Seek medical help. Go to your doctor or the emergency room. You should be thoroughly checked for injuries and start treatment without any undue delay.
Collect potential evidence. Gather and store any copies of accident scene photos, witness contact information, medical bills and insurance company letters.
Get a copy of your accident report. If you were involved in an auto accident, you will want to get a copy of the police crash report. You can buy a copy of the report if you go through BuyCrash.com or through the local law enforcement agency that responded to your crash and prepared the report such as the Fort Wayne Police Department or Allen County Sheriff’s Department. At Truitt Law Offices, we can make getting a copy of your report easier for you. Simply contact us about your case, and we will provide you with a free copy.
Decline to speak with the insurance company. You may need to report your accident to your insurance company, or you may be contacted by the other party’s insurer. In either case, stick to the facts and do not give a recorded statement until you meet with us.
Write a summary of the accident. When you have a moment to spare, jot down a summary of everything you can remember from the accident. Also, try to write down a description of how the accident and your injuries have impacted you.
When you are ready to pursue a claim, Truitt Law Offices will be ready to help you. Simply reach out to us by phone or through our convenient online form.
How Can Our Fort Wayne, Indiana Lawyers Help You?
If you or a loved one has been harmed by another person’s negligent or reckless conduct, our goal at Truitt Law Offices will be to keep you from being victimized a second time by the insurance claims process.
We will thoroughly investigate and carefully prepare your case for settlement discussions with the insurance company (or companies).
If necessary, we will be prepared to file a lawsuit and pursue your case in the proper state court. If your accident occurred in Fort Wayne, that court would be:
Whether through a settlement or verdict, our goal will be to recover full compensation for your past and future medical expenses, lost income, diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering and more. We can advise you on any settlement offers and steer your case through all options you wish to pursue.
Get In Touch with Our Attorneys Today
Through nearly four decades, those seeking professional and compassionate legal assistance in Fort Wayne after an accident or injury have known they can count on Truitt Law Offices. We are ready to go to work for you today. Call or connect with us online today for a free review of your case.