Mark & Associates, P.C. Attorneys At Law

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can file a lawsuit?

Mark & Associates, P.C. represents victims injured by dangerous products (including medications and medical devices), automobile and transportation accidents, medical malpractice and diseases resulting contamination. If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of others or by a poorly designed product you may have valuable legal rights. Mark & Associates, P.C. will evaluate your case to see if you have the ability to seek damages by filing a lawsuit against the party responsible for the injury. Once retained, Mark & Associates, P.C. will file the lawsuit on behalf of the victim of the injury, or if the victim is deceased or found to be mentally incompetent, the lawsuit can filed by a family member or legal guardian. Lawsuits may also be filed on behalf of others who were indirectly harmed by the injury.

Mark & Associates, P.C. will explore every possible angle of your case to ensure that all affected parties seek compensation from those responsible for the injury.

How long do I have to file a lawsuit?

The time limit to file a lawsuit is determined by statutes of limitations, which vary from state to state and by the type of lawsuit being filed. Mark & Associates, P.C. will help you determine what the applicable statute of limitations is for your case. It is essential to seek legal representation to protect your right to file a lawsuit. If your lawsuit is filed after the statute of limitations has expired, it is most likely that your case will be dismissed. If your case is dismissed, you will have no other recourse for monetary compensation from the responsible party.

If you or a loved one has been injured and are considering legal action, contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today to discuss your legal rights.

How do I know if I have a case?

Compensation through the legal system is not possible for every injury. The facts of your specific case will determine if a successful result through a lawsuit is feasible. It is important to talk to a qualified attorney as soon as possible to see if you case is viable.

If you or a loved one was injured contact Mark & Associates, P.C. today to discuss your legal options. Remember, you can not file a lawsuit after the statute of limitations has expired, so time is of the essence.

What factors should I consider when choosing a lawyer?

Choosing the right lawyer is a very important decision. It is important to choose a lawyer that has a successful track record in cases similar to yours, and will give your case the personalized attention it deserves.

While many law firms try to settle your case quickly, often for less money, Mark & Associates, P.C. is not afraid to go to trial to fight for the financial compensation you deserve. At Mark & Associates, P.C. the needs of our clients come first, we will do whatever is necessary to get the best outcome for our clients.

If you or a loved one have been injured and would like to see if Mark & Associates, P.C. is the right firm for you, call us today at 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448) to speak with an attorney.

How much will hiring your firm cost me?

Mark & Associates, P.C. handles personal injury claims on a contingency basis. This means that you don’t have to pay anything unless and until we recover money for you. Our legal fees will be deducted from your settlement or award. If we do not recover money for you, we do not get paid.

Compensatory Damages

When your personal injury attorneys prove your case at trial or settle your case with opposing counsel, you are usually awarded compensatory damages. Compensatory damages are meant to compensate the victim for the injuries he/she suffered in the accident.

To calculate compensatory damages, a monetary value is assigned to victim’s physical harm and property loss as a result of the personal injury. This monetary value can be actual or estimated. Actual losses include medical bills, repair bills for an automobile or other property that was harmed as a direct result of the personal injury, and lost wages or earned sick or vacation time. The most typical estimated value is pain and suffering. Indirect victims of the personal injury may also have a legal claim to compensatory damages. Spouses, for example, can often file suit to recoup monies lost due to loss of affection or loss of the spouse’s contribution to the household.

Punitive Damages

Punitive damages differ from compensatory damages in that punitive damages are awarded to punish the perpetrator of the personal injury, not compensate the victim of the personal injury. The goal of punitive damages is to convince the defendant to change his/her harmful behavior by punishing the defendant economically. Punitive damages are not awarded in every personal injury case.

Many factors go into determining what amount of compensatory and punitive damages the plaintiff of a personal injury lawsuit should ask for; therefore it is important to have representation from competent, experienced personal injury attorneys.