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Brad Johnson Injury Law’s Fees and Pricing

April 19, 2010 by Brad Johnson

Surely you’ve heard and seen advertising for personal injury attorneys announcing that they “won’t get paid until you get paid.” That’s pretty standard in the industry, but what ISN’T standard in the industry is how much Brad Johnson Injury Law charges you.

It’s true we work on a contingency fee, which means we only receive payment if we successfully collect for you. However, while most firms in Arizona charge 33.33% of the total sum collected, we only charge 25% if your case does not require litigation (the filing of a lawsuit). Many cases are settled out of court through our negotiations with insurance companies. This not only save you time but impacts your bottom line by putting more money into your pocket due to our reduced fees. This is extra money that you can use for living expenses such as groceries, gas, and personal needs for your family.

We even pay upfront to obtain medical records, bills, police reports, and for photocopies and postage so you don’t have to worry about it. This is something you shouldn’t have to worry about, and you won’t. Our fees are calculated on the total sum collected and before these costs are deducted, but they aren’t fees you will need to pay upfront.

Because we make it so easy for you, is there really anything stopping you from calling us now?

Brad Johnson Injury Law and a Contingent Fee Basis

March 17, 2010 by Brad Johnson

The insurance industry spends hundreds of millions of dollars annually on advertisements portraying themselves as being on our side and like a good neighbor. Since the downturn in the economy, however, claims representatives for insurance companies have become the consumers’ worst nightmare. Claims representatives have been trained to be even more aggressive in their attempts to take advantage of unrepresented accident injury victims.

Shortly after a motor vehicle accident (sometimes even at the accident scene) claims representatives have been offering injury victims a nominal amount of compensation before their injuries have been properly diagnosed and treated by medical providers. Times are tough and insurance companies know that many injury victims are struggling financially. Do not be duped by the insurance industry. Their loyalty is not to the injury victim, but to their shareholders, insureds, and the bottom line. Not addressing your injuries immediately, whether minor or severe, may have a long-lasting negative impact for many years to come. Please do not jeopardize your health and sign away your legal rights. Call Brad Johnson Injury Law today for a free initial consultation at 1-877-96-LEGAL.

We are YOUR Personal Injury Attorneys

At Brad Johnson Injury Law, we work on a contingent fee basis. This means we get paid only if we successfully collect on your claim. We also front the expenses associated with your claim, including, but not limited to, the police report, expert witness testimony, and copies of your medical records and bills. Ultimately, these expenses are deducted from the settlement or award you will receive.

The typical fee charged by most law firms in Arizona for Personal Injury cases is 33.3%. There are some firms that charge 29%. Our fee is only 25%. We receive 25% of the total sum collected from the settlement with the insurance company. Our fee translates into more money for you, the accident injury victim. This could mean a few hundred to several thousand dollars more to you, depending on the severity of the injury. The one situation where our fee could increase to 33.3% is if a claim needs to be litigated, meaning a lawsuit filed. Our fee, however, is still typically less than what other firms charge to litigate a claim.

What To Know About Dog Bite Lawsuits

March 1, 2010 by Brad Johnson

While dogs may be our best friends, some dogs can become aggressive and bite someone. Dogs that bite can do it for a number of reasons. Perhaps the dog has always had an aggressive nature and perceives you as an unwanted stranger. Historically, there are certain breeds that have been known to harbor aggression. The Pit Bull breed is a common example.

The dog’s breed is only one factor and doesn’t always mean the dog will be aggressive and prone to biting. You might encounter a dog that has been healthy in the past and free from offensive behavior. However, now the dog has suffered from a health illness such as rabies. Rabies can cause dogs to become disoriented and lash out by biting people. A classic sign of rabies is drooling and foaming of the mouth.

If you are bitten it is imperative that you have your bite checked out at the hospital as soon as possible. Dogs can be a host to several bacterial and viral infections that you can contract such as ring worm. Make sure however, that you remember the type of breed to help a doctor assess the injury and proper treatment. Write down the contact information of the dog’s owner should you need to make a claim later.

The owner is liable for their dog’s actions whether they knew the dog was dangerous or not. Anytime their dog bites someone they are held liable no matter the situation or circumstances.

On the flip side of the coin is to view this from the dog owner’s perspective. Let’s say the dog owner had prior knowledge that their dog may be dangerous or may bite someone. The owner then took protective measures to keep his dog in a secure area. He also had placed “Beware of Dog” signs on his property and has warned others not to approach his dog as the dog may attack. The owner had done all this, but someone didn’t listen or even provoked the dog on purpose.
If the owner has provided these safety precautions they are sometimes not liable due to “contributory negligence”. “Contributory negligence” means that the person who was bitten understood the dangerousness of the animal, but proceeded to place themselves in the dog’s environment anyway. This type of dog bite lawsuit often ends in favor of the dog owner.

If you do file a dog bite lawsuit you can sue for compensation of medical costs incurred, any permanent scarring, pain and suffering, property damage, and affected wages. A vicious dog bite can leave you unable to work for some time and you need a way to recoup your losses.