Fall River Personal Injury Lawyer

Were you injured in an accident in Fall River, MA?

At Flavio DaCosta Law, we provide personal injury representation on a contingency basis, with no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

If you have been injured in an accident in Fall River, MA, our Fall River, MA personal injury lawyer can review what happened, explain your options, and pursue compensation for your injuries.

Flavio DaCosta Law has years of experience handling personal injury claims. Contact us to schedule a free consultation.

Personal Injury Lawyer Fall River, MA

Workers in Fall River spend a mean of 25.8 minutes traveling to work, according to U.S. Census QuickFacts. Time spent traveling is time exposed to motor vehicle crashes, one of the main accident claims a personal injury lawyer handles.

A personal injury lawyer represents a person who has been hurt because of another party’s carelessness. The work includes investigating the accident, gathering medical records, documenting lost income, negotiating with insurers, and filing a lawsuit when a settlement is not reached. A Fall River personal injury attorney handles claims that arise from motor vehicle crashes, falls, and workplace incidents. The compensation sought depends on the injuries and on the losses the client has suffered.

Our Fall River personal injury lawyer represents clients injured in motor vehicle crashes and in other accidents. Each claim is reviewed on its own facts, including the cause of the accident and the extent of the injuries.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Fall River

Our Fall River personal injury practice covers claims that arise from motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and workplace injuries. Each claim begins with the facts of the accident and the injuries that followed. We represent the injured party.

• Car accidents. These claims often involve rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, and hit-and-run incidents. We gather the police report, photographs, and witness statements. When a vehicle defect contributed to the crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, enforces the federal standards that apply.
• Truck accidents. Commercial truck crashes involve carriers, drivers, and often several insurers. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, or FMCSA, works to reduce crashes involving large trucks and buses. We investigate the driver’s records and the carrier’s role in the crash.
• Motorcycle accidents. Motorcyclists face serious injuries in collisions with larger vehicles. These claims often involve drivers who fail to see the rider or fail to yield the right of way. We document the injuries and the circumstances of the crash.
• Pedestrian accidents. A pedestrian struck by a vehicle may be in a crosswalk, on a sidewalk, or in a parking lot. We review the location, any traffic controls, and available video. We then pursue the claim against the driver and the insurer.
• Bicycle accidents. Bicyclists are often injured at intersections and in parking lots, or when a driver opens a door into the rider’s path. We document the injuries and compare the driver’s account with the physical evidence.
• Slip and fall accidents. These claims arise from wet floors, uneven walkways, poor lighting, and unmaintained property. We determine who controlled the property and whether the condition was known or should have been corrected. We also gather photographs and incident reports.
• Workplace injuries. These claims arise from injuries on the job, where workplace safety standards are set and enforced by OSHA. The Department of Industrial Accidents oversees the Massachusetts workers’ compensation system. We review the circumstances to identify the sources of recovery, which can include claims against parties other than the employer.
• Mediator. Many injury claims are resolved through mediation instead of a trial. We represent the injured party in mediation and review each settlement term before the client signs.

Why Choose Flavio DaCosta Law as My Personal Injury Lawyer in Fall River, MA?

Contingency Representation for Injured Clients

We represent the injured party in personal injury claims. Our representation is on a contingency basis, so there are no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. The initial consultation is free. Because the fee is paid from the recovery, the firm is paid only when the client is. We prepare each claim with documentation of the injuries, the treatment, and the lost income. We also explain each step of the claim and each settlement offer to the client. A Fall River personal injury attorney at our firm describes the fee arrangement before the claim begins.

Flavio DaCosta and Cross-Border Claims

Flavio DaCosta is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The firm can therefore represent a client who was injured on either side of the state line. A personal injury lawyer in Fall River, MA who is admitted in both states can handle a crash near the border without referring the client elsewhere. Mr. DaCosta earned his J.D. at RWU School of Law. Mr. DaCosta is also admitted to the federal district court for Massachusetts.

What Is Important To Understand About Personal Injury Cases?

Damages, Liability, and Compensation for Personal Injury Cases

Several concepts determine what a personal injury claim may recover.

• Economic damages. These are measurable losses such as medical bills, lost wages, and property damage.
• Non-economic damages. These are losses that have no bill, including pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of daily life.
• Future damages. These cover anticipated medical care and reduced earning capacity caused by a lasting injury.
• Liability. This is the legal responsibility of a driver, property owner, employer, or manufacturer for the harm.
• Negligence. This is a failure to use reasonable care, which is the usual basis for liability in an accident claim.
• Shared fault. A claimant’s own share of responsibility may reduce the compensation.
• Time limits. A claim must be filed within the period the law allows, known as the statute of limitations.

What Are Important Aspects of a Personal Injury Case?

Several aspects of a claim are established in the first weeks after an accident. They affect the evidence available and the value of the claim.

• Medical documentation. Treatment records connect the injuries to the accident and support the amount claimed.
• Evidence. Photographs, witness names, and the police report are easiest to obtain soon after the accident.
• Insurance coverage. The policies involved determine how much compensation is available.
• Communication with insurers. Statements to an insurer become part of the claim file. We handle those communications for our clients.

What Is the Personal Injury Case Timeline?

Timing depends on the severity of the injuries and on whether the insurer agrees to a settlement. A claim for a serious injury usually takes longer, because treatment must reach a stable point first.

• Investigation and treatment. The client receives medical care while we gather evidence about the accident.
• Demand. We present the insurer with the evidence, the medical records, and the compensation sought.
• Negotiation. The insurer responds to the demand. The sides then exchange offers.
• Lawsuit, if needed. When negotiations do not produce an acceptable settlement, we file a personal injury lawsuit in court.
• Resolution. The claim ends through a settlement or a court decision.

What Should You Bring to Your Personal Injury Consultation?

Records of the accident and the treatment allow us to evaluate the claim. Anything available at the consultation is useful.

• The police or incident report
• Photographs and videos of the scene, the vehicles, and the injuries
• Medical records and bills
• Proof of lost income, such as pay stubs
• Insurance information and any correspondence with insurers

At the consultation, we review the accident, explain how a claim works, and discuss the fee arrangement. The consultation is free.

Reach Out to Flavio DaCosta Law to Schedule a Consultation

Contact us if you or a family member has been injured in an accident in Fall River. Our Fall River personal injury lawyer can review what happened, explain your options, and pursue compensation for your injuries. Flavio DaCosta Law offers a free consultation. There are no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.