FAQs - Personal Injury Lawsuit

Fatal personal injury hotline

About Demerath Law Office

I am Larry Demerath, a Nebraska native, a veteran and a Nebraska farmer. For over 50 years I have represented families in motor vehicle cases, and fatal car accident cases are where my experience counts most.

I have recovered more than $50 million for clients in Nebraska courtrooms, including $1,062,500 in a wrongful death case, $1,025,000 for a passenger killed in a crash and $670,000 after an I-80 crash that killed two children.

I earned my law degree at the University of Nebraska College of Law and I am admitted to the Nebraska State Bar, the federal district court, the 8th Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. I handle your case myself, by phone, with no travel and no waiting room. You pay nothing unless I win.

How I help families who lost someone

When a crash takes someone you love, you should not have to fight an insurance company alone. I guide your family through the legal process, protect your rights and pursue the compensation Nebraska law allows.

Investigate the crash, gather evidence and identify key witnesses
Uncover every insurance policy that may apply
Deal with the insurance companies so your family does not have to
File a Nebraska wrongful death claim on your family's behalf
Explain the deadlines that apply to your claim
Seek compensation for funeral and medical expenses, lost income and lost support
Take your case to trial if the insurance company will not pay a fair amount
Answer your questions by phone in plain language
Handle everything on a contingency fee, so you pay nothing unless I win

Tell Larry what happened

Send a message and Larry will contact you. There is no cost to ask.

What should be my first action as a victim of personal injury?

Regardless whether your injuries are severe or seemingly insignificant, go to a doctor right away. To successfully file a personal injury claim, you’ll need to prove that your injuries are the result of the subject accident. An early doctor visit can more easily provide the necessary verification that the injuries were as a result of the accident. During your medical treatment it is critical to keep a diary of all problems, pain, visits to all health care providers, time off work, and miles driven for medical treatment. You should also contact an experienced attorney to help you with your personal injury lawsuit.

How important is the evidence in a personal injury case?

Evidence is crucial to proving that you’re a victim. To improve your case, you’ll need to collect everything you can. If it’s an auto accident, take pictures at the time of the accident if possible; if not, go back to the scene as soon as possible and see if you can get the name and address of all witnesses. You’ll also want to preserve any clothing, possessions, or items involved in the accident, as these may be used to better relay the story in court. Believe it or not – but your memory will not remember everything when time passes. Today you think that YOU WILL NEVER FORGET THE DETAILS OF YOUR ACCIDENT AND RECUPERATION – BUT AS TIME PASSES – SO WILL DETAILS. That is why it is so important to keep a diary. The better you can replay all of the circumstances of the accident and recuperation for a judge and jury, the more successful your personal injury lawsuit will be.

Do I need to hire an attorney for a personal injury lawsuit case?

While a personal injury lawsuit may seem cut and dried, insurance companies and the defendants are hesitant to hand out money. To build a good case, as well as protect your rights, hire a personal injury attorney or wrongful death attorney. They’ll advise on extra measures you should take to build a case, will develop a legal strategy, and defend you in court. The legal process can be overwhelming, and having a personal injury attorney at your side will alleviate a great deal of the stress. Remember that your primary efforts should be concentrated on your healing process.

May I talk to the insurance of the other party involved in the accident?

As a general rule, the other party’s insurance company will want to get your statement as soon as possible after the accident. You have to understand these are experts at taking statements – and if you make an incriminating statement – you may well adversely impact the value of your personal injury lawsuit. You may want to view my FAQs on a wrongful death lawsuit.

If you’re dealing with a personal injury lawsuit, contact a personal injury attorney at Demerath Law Office. For over 50 years, I’ve helped victims of personal injury lawsuit cases throughout Nebraska and I will work closely with you to get the compensation you deserve. Call (402) 677-5656 today to schedule a consultation. Visit my website and Facebook to learn more about Nebraska Attorney Larry Demerath and his practice. I will handle your personal injury lawsuit the right way: with passion and conviction.