Personal Injury
Navigating the legal process after you have been involved in an accident can be stressful and confusing.
Personal Injury
Navigating the legal process after you have been involved in an accident can be stressful and confusing. We at Prowse Barrette (Previously Prowse Chowne) recognize the upset which an accident or assault can cause and are here to assist you in managing the legal process and negotiating with insurance companies and other parties involved.
What kind of matters do you represent?
We represent clients in a wide variety of personal injury and fatality matters, including:
- Automobile and motorcycle accidents;
- Pedestrian/vehicle accidents; and
- Assaults
When should I retain legal representation?
We recommend speaking to one of our experienced personal injury lawyers as soon after the accident or assault as possible. When contacted early we can ensure that pertinent evidence is preserved and facts are recorded. We can also advise you on your available options, the time limits for commencing legal action and what parties may become involved.
Who can instruct the lawyer on behalf of a party involved in the accident or assault?
The answer to this will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Typically when a party cannot personally advise legal counsel due to a serious injury, death or age our lawyers will work with the individual who holds legal authority over another’s personal affairs such as a person named in a Power of Attorney, an Executor or Guardian. Just because you personally cannot instruct a lawyer does not mean that you cannot retain one and successfully defend or commence litigation.
To better understand the options available to you contact our offices for a consultation with our experienced Personal Injury team.
