What is a Personal Injury -

I am Nashville Personal Injury Attorney Luvell Glanton.  What is an injury and what are some examples of a personal injury.   A personal injury or bodily injury is any physical, mental or emotional to a person caused by the negligent or intentional action of another.  Some example of some incidents that give rise to a personal injury claim are:  motor vehicle and tractor trailer accidents, motorcycle accidents, boating accidents, slip and fall accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, wrongful death as well as  workplace injuries. 

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

What is Negligence?
Negligence is the failure of a person to exercise care that a reasonable would under similar circumstances. Negligence is caused by another person's careless not intentional conduct.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

How do I know if I have a Personal Injury Claim?
While there are several types of personal injury claims the most common arise from someone else's negligence, intentional misconduct or under strict liability theory. Under Tennessee law if you are equally or more negligent than the other person you cannot recover damages for any harm that you have sustained. If you are determined to be 49% or less at fault then you can recover for the damages you have incurred, however, the amount you recover will be reduced by the percentage you are determined to be at fault.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.
 

Can I get Financial Compensation in a Personal Injury Claim?

Yes the amount and kind of compensation you would recover will depend on the type of injury and the amount of damages you have suffered.  Factors such as Physical and Mental  pain and suffering, loss wages, physical impairment including disfigurement  or a permanent impairment as well as loss of earning capacity are all considered when determining the amount of damages you may recover.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

How long should I wait before consulting an attorney?
You should contact an attorney immediately after your personal injury accident. The insurance begins investigating the accident at once and if you wait weeks or months to contact an attorney, it could affect your attorneys ability to gather the necessary facts and documents to prove your case. In Tennessee the statute of limitation sets the maximum time after an event that a case can be filed in court. The statute of limitations for personal injury accidents in Tennessee is one year from the date of the accident.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.
 

Is there a Time Limit To File a Claim for Personal Injury?  

YES, in Tennessee you have one year from the date of your injury to file your claim or your right to recover could be barred by the Statue of Limitations. 

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

Do personal injury cases usually settle before going to court?
Yes. Approximately 90% of personal injury cases settle out of court either through a process called mediation or through the insurance companies adjuster.

 

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

What happens after I call your office?
When you call my office someone will ask you to come in for a free consultation to discuss your accident. You will meet with me or one of my experienced associate attorneys to discuss the facts of your accident. We will then take the necessary steps to insure you are compensated for your injuries or loss.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

Can I talk with Luvell? 

Sure you can.  I am here to take your phone call or meet with you in person to answer all of  your questions.  Although I have other Attorney’s working in my office and other client I am the one that will open your case and will be there to close your case.   I will be part of your case every step of the way. 

If you have been seriously injured in an accident you have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

How long does it normally take to resolve my Personal Injury case?

Well the length of the case varies from case to case. A case involving serious injury is more likely than not to take longer than a case with minor injuries. One reason being is the road to recovery is usually longer with those cases where you have serious injuries. No matter the type of injuries you sustain the case can begin the settlement process once you have been released from your treating physician. 

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.
 

What do I have to do after you take my personal injury case?

Well if you hire me and my firm to represent you all you have to do is stay on top of your medical treatments and keep me updated on how your medical treatment is going. I want you to concentrate on your recovery and I will take care of the rest.
 

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

Why do I need an attorney if I have been injured?

Well most people have never had the opportunity to deal with insurance companies. However Luvell Glanton has 21 years of experience in dealing with personal injury cases. Why put yourself through the headache and turmoil of dealing with the defendant and his or her insurance company when you can hire an experienced attorney to do it for you. I can make the process simpler for you and handle all of the details while you focus on your health. 

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

Can't I just estimate the cost of my injuries?

Most injuries do not develop until sometime after the accident occurs. An attorney is in the best position to help you evaluate the extent of your injuries and damages you may have now as well as in the future. You never want to settle your case too early to only learn that your injuries are more extensive than you first thought.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

How much do you charge to handle my personal injury case?

I work on a contingency fee basis so that means you will not pay anything unless there is a settlement or winning verdict at trial.  Typically we take 1/3  of the recovery plus the expenses.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

What happens if the other driver doesn't have insurance?

If you get into a car accident with someone who does not have auto insurance and they are at fault you may be able to recover under your policy if you have Uninsured Motorist coverage. 

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

Who covers my expenses if I am a passenger in an accident?

As a passenger you can recover from the insurance policy of the driver of the vehicle you occupy or the drive of the other vehicle depending on who was at fault.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

What is Medical Payment Coverage and how important is it?

Medical payment coverage is the insurance that will allow you to see a doctor immediately for treatment for your injuries.  It is very important because it will allow you to seek treatment immediately.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.

I was in an accident and I realized later I was injured. Do I still have a case?

Is it too late for me to see a Doctor? And have I ruined my chances of recovery?  No most people who are in car accidents suffer soft tissue injury and usually do not feel pain until later on after the accident.  If you wake up the next day and or in pain or feel injured you should seek medical attention at once.  The longer you wait to see a doctor… the harder it is for an attorney to prove your damages.

Have you been seriously injured in an accident?  You have a choice of Attorneys.  Some Attorneys rely on Paralegals or Case Managers to handle your case.  Your case is important to us.  You need to have a personal relationship with your Attorney.  I am Luvell Glanton a Nashville Personal Injury Attorney who will fight for your rights and get you the justice you deserve! If that appeals to you give me a call today.  We are winning our fight for justice.