Westfield Personal Injury Lawyers

Cases Our Westfield Personal Injury Lawyers Can Handle

An injury upends life quickly, and knowing who to call matters. The Westfield personal injury lawyers at Crossen Law Firm take the case types below for people in and around Westfield, always on the same terms: a free consultation, and no fees until you get paid.

Some examples of cases we handle in Westfield include:

Westfield Car Accidents

After a crash, the at-fault driver’s insurer is not on your side. Our car accident attorneys handle the communication, the paperwork, and the negotiation so you and your family can concentrate on recovery.

Westfield Semi-Truck Accidents

Commercial truck crashes bring federal regulations, higher insurance limits, and often several liable parties into play. Our truck accident lawyers understand what sets these claims apart from an ordinary collision.

Westfield Motorcycle Accidents

Insurance companies often lean on assumptions about riders. When you have been hurt in a motorcycle crash, our motorcycle accident lawyers answer those assumptions with evidence, from the crash scene to expert inspection.

Westfield Pedestrian Accidents

Indiana’s right-of-way statutes decide many pedestrian accident claims, and comparative fault can complicate them. We help people who were struck while walking understand both, along with the physical and emotional injuries that follow.

Westfield Bicycle Accidents

Cyclists rarely walk away from a collision with a car. If you were hurt riding, our attorneys can explain fault and shared-fault rules and the filing deadlines that apply to a bicycle accident claim.

Westfield Medical Malpractice

Medical negligence claims in Indiana follow their own path, including the Medical Review Panel required by the state’s Medical Malpractice Act. Our attorneys guide clients through medical malpractice claims from the very first step.

Westfield Slip and Fall

A fall on someone else’s property turns on what the owner knew and should have fixed. Our slip and fall attorneys know the elements of negligence an Indiana premises liability claim has to establish.

Westfield Wrongful Death

The Indiana Wrongful Death Act defines who may file after the death of a loved one and what a family can recover, including funeral costs. Our Westfield wrongful death attorneys carry the legal burden so your family can grieve.

Westfield Workers Compensation

Hurt at work? Indiana workers’ compensation covers medical bills and a portion of lost wages. Our workers’ compensation attorney can walk you through TTD and PPI wage benefits and the filing process, starting with a free consultation.

How Do I Know if I Have a Personal Injury Case?

Whether an injury supports a legal claim in Westfield, Indiana usually comes down to negligence: did a person, corporation, or government entity fail to act with reasonable care, and did that failure cause your losses? A free consultation is the fastest way to get a straight answer, and getting started early helps preserve the evidence.

Generally speaking, an injured person has three options:

• Bringing a claim through the at-fault party’s insurance company
• Taking the case to court
• Reaching a private settlement through negotiation

There is never a guarantee of compensation in these cases, but you will leave the consultation knowing where you stand and what your losses and damages may support.

What Kind of Compensation Can Westfield Personal Injury Lawyers Help Me Recover?

When trying to recover damages in a personal injury case, you may be able to recover compensation for economic, non-economic, and punitive damages. However, keep in mind with workers’ compensation cases, you can only recover compensation for medical bills and ⅔ of lost wages, which are considered economic damages.

Economic damages (frequently called “special damages”) are specifically meant to reimburse the victim or victim’s family for expenses. These damages reimburse you for the cost of your injuries as well as for future expenses relating to your injuries.

Noneconomic damages are often called “general damages,” and they’re intended to compensate the victim but not reimburse them for expenses. For example, if you suffer from a serious accident that results in an amputation, you could seek damages for pain and suffering. Other forms of noneconomic damages include emotional distress, loss of a parent, and loss of consortium.

Punitive damages are designed to punish the defendant rather than compensate the victim. If the negligent person or party did something that was considered especially egregious, the court may rule that they’re required to pay the victim punitive damages. Punitive damages are far rarer than economic and non-economic damages, and it’s usually incredibly difficult to prove that someone should pay punitive damages.

Living in Westfield

The city of Westfield, Indiana is a suburb of Indianapolis and has a population of around 43,000. Not only is it ranked among the top cities to live in the state of Indiana, but it is also considered one of the best cities in America. With remarkably low unemployment and crime rates and an excellent public school system, Westfield provides a perfect place for young professionals to start their careers and families. 

The schools are ranked among the highest in the state and the median household income is about $100,000. In addition to all these fine qualities, Westfield has a growing nightlife scene with tons of options for bars and restaurants.

Dangerous Roads and Intersections in Westfield

Even with its many perks and attractions, Westfield is not immune to the inevitable increase of automobile accidents that comes with population increase. Roundabouts have become prevalent in the city, which are known to decrease fatal car accidents but increase the amount of smaller, less serious fender benders.

Though they are not located directly within Westfield city limits, the following intersections are close by and pose a risk to residents of Westfield in addition to surrounding towns:

• Olio Road and Southeastern Parkway: 133 accidents
• 116th Street and Keystone Parkway: 122 accidents
• 116th and Pennsylvania Street: 107 accidents
• 116th Street and Illinois Street: 106 accidents

Emergency Services in Westfield, Indiana

Police
Westfield Police Department
17535 Dartown Rd Westfield, IN 46074
317-804-3200

Fire
Westfield Fire Department
17535 Dartown Rd Westfield, IN 46074
317-804-3300

Hospital
Riverview Health Hospital
17600 Shamrock Blvd Westfield, IN 46074
317-214-5555

Court
Hamilton County Court
1 Hamilton County Sq Suite 313 Noblesville, IN 46060
317-776-8589

Why Choose Crossen Law Firm - Westfield Personal Injury Lawyers

An injury can leave you carrying costs, financial and otherwise, that belong to someone else’s negligence. We have represented Indiana families for more than 20 years, and we will use that experience to pursue the compensation you deserve while you focus on healing.

If you’re ready to learn more about how we can help you, contact us at 317-939-6800 or you can click here. We offer 24/7 phone support, and we also provide completely free case evaluations.