A serious injury can dramatically impact your life.
You may be experiencing intense and lasting physical pain, significant financial pressures, and facing an insurance process designed to take advantage of you.
However, you don’t have to go through it alone.
At Monge & Associates, our Milwaukee personal injury lawyers understand how difficult the aftermath of a serious injury can be and are ready to help.
While most people have never had to go through the insurance claim or legal process, we can guide you through it and protect your best interests.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a preventable accident in Milwaukee or elsewhere in Wisconsin, contact the attorneys at Monge & Associates for a free consultation.
We will listen to your story, give you an honest assessment of your situation, and, should you choose to hire us, build a legal strategy to maximize the value of your case.
Call our office at (888) 477-0597 or contact us online for more information.
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Why Choose Monge & Associates After an Injury?
The attorney that you hire can have a significant impact on the outcome of your case.
You only get one chance to recover compensation, so it’s important that your attorney takes your case as seriously as you do.
At Monge & Associates, we focus on personal injury law and have a demonstrated history of getting results for our clients.
Our attorneys have been fighting for injured victims since 1993.
- We handle all cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning we never charge a fee unless we win.
- We’ve recovered over a billion dollars on behalf of our clients.
- Our team will handle every aspect of your case, from dealing with insurance companies to helping you get necessary medical treatment.
We pride ourselves on communication and will keep you informed about your case every step of the way.
Whether you were hurt in a car crash on I-94, injured at a construction site downtown, or slipped and fell at a local business, we know Milwaukee.
We understand the unique challenges that winter weather, heavy traffic, and industrial work create for people in our community.
This local knowledge helps us build stronger cases.
What Types of Cases Do We Handle?
Personal injury law covers many different situations where someone else’s carelessness or recklessness causes you harm.
Our Milwaukee personal injury lawyers represent people who have been hurt in:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Rideshare accidents (Uber/Lyft)
- Construction accidents
- Workplace injuries
- Slip and fall accidents
- Dog bite cases
- Medical malpractice
- Nursing home neglect
- Defective product cases
- Wrongful death claims
- Delivery accidents
- Broken bone injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Explosion accidents
- Crush injuries
No matter how your accident happened, if someone else was at fault, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Understanding Your Rights Under Wisconsin Law
Wisconsin law gives injured people important rights, but the insurance companies won’t tell you about them.
Here’s what you need to know:
You Can Still Recover Even If You Were Partly at Fault
Wisconsin follows what’s called comparative negligence.
This means that even if you were partially responsible for the accident, you can still recover compensation.
Your settlement will be reduced by your percentage of fault, but you won’t be left with nothing.
You Have Limited Time to Act
In Wisconsin, you generally have three years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit.
This might sound like a long time, but evidence disappears, witnesses forget what they saw, and your case gets weaker with each passing day.
The sooner you contact an attorney, the better.
Insurance Companies Must Deal in Good Faith
Wisconsin law requires insurance companies to handle claims fairly and in good faith.
Unfortunately, many don’t follow this rule.
They use tactics designed to minimize what they pay you, including quick settlement offers before you know the full extent of your injuries.
What Can You Recover?
When someone else’s negligence causes your injury, Wisconsin law allows you to recover several types of compensation:
Medical Bills and Future Medical Costs
This includes everything from ambulance rides and emergency room visits to ongoing physical therapy and future surgeries you may need.
Lost Wages and Reduced Earning Ability
If your injury causes you to miss work or limits your ability to earn money in the future, you can recover compensation for these losses.
Pain and Suffering
Physical pain, emotional distress, and the impact your injuries have had on your daily life and relationships can be compensated.
Other Out-of-Pocket Expenses
This might include transportation to medical appointments, help with household tasks you can no longer do, or modifications to your home or vehicle.
The value of your case depends on many factors, including how severe your injuries are, how they affect your life, and how clearly the other party was at fault.
Common Questions We Get From Milwaukee Clients
How do I know if I have a case?
If someone else’s carelessness caused your injury, you likely have a case. This includes car accidents, slip and falls, medical mistakes, and many workplace injuries.
What should I do right after an accident?
Get medical help immediately, even if you don’t think you’re badly hurt. Take pictures if you can, get contact information from witnesses, and report the accident to police or your employer. Don’t talk to the other party’s insurance company without an attorney present.
How much will it cost me to hire a lawyer?
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, which means we only get paid if we win your case. Our fee comes from the settlement or verdict, not from your pocket.
What if the insurance company offers me a settlement?
Don’t accept it without talking to a lawyer first. Insurance companies often make quick, lowball offers hoping you’ll take the money before you understand how badly you’re hurt or what your case is really worth.
How long will my case take?
Every case is different. Some settle in a few months, others take longer. We’ll work as quickly as possible while making sure we don’t leave money on the table by settling too early. We will also be prepared to go to trial if that is what is needed to get the best deal for you.
We’re Here to Help
The days and weeks after a serious injury are overwhelming.
You’re dealing with doctors, insurance adjusters, bills, and trying to recover from your injuries. Let us handle the legal side so you can focus on getting better.
At Monge & Associates, we’ve seen how insurance companies treat injured people, and we won’t let them take advantage of you.
We’ll fight for every dollar you deserve and won’t back down until we get it.
Call us today at (888) 477-0597 for your free consultation.
We’ll review your case, answer your questions, and if we take your case, we’ll get to work immediately building the strongest possible claim on your behalf.
You’ve been through enough. Let us handle the rest.