Sabbeth Law – Vermont & New Hampshire Personal Injury Attorneys

These cases can often boil down to “he said, she said”, and so the more witnesses who can accurately state what happened, the better. Take down the names and contact information of any witnesses who witnessed your accident.

In some cases, a legal doctrine called “res ipsa loquitur” applies. In these situations, the burden of proof falls on the defendant to prove that they were not negligent in producing or manufacturing their product, rather than the plaintiff proving that they were negligent.

The state of Vermont has a statute of limitations of 3 years on medical malpractice suits. If you do not file your claim within 3 years of your injury or improper treatment, you may not be able to collect a settlement even if your doctor is liable. If you believe you are the victim of medical malpractice, it is important to act quickly and decisively.

Workers’ Compensation is an insurance or risk-based system designed to protect employees who are injured while working.

Every case is different however trucking companies and motorists who fail to comply with federal regulations can be linked to a collision can be held liable for any resulting injuries. Other responsible parties could include: -The truck driver if their negligence is found to have contributed to an accident; -The trucking company itself if it failed to use reasonable care during the hiring and training process, or did not ensure that its drivers were complying with federal driving time limits; -The truck’s owner if it did not take steps to ensure that its vehicles underwent regular maintenance, inspections, or repairs; -The crew responsible for loading the truck’s cargo if their negligence led to the cargo coming loose during transit; -Improperly secured cargo shifting during transit, causing the truck to lose control; -The cargo’s manufacturer if it did not notify the transportation company about the substance’s nature; -A vehicle part manufacturer who used a defective design

If you witness someone being hit by a car or other type of vehicle, call 911 immediately. Do not move them unless they are in a clear and present danger in their current location.

Premises Liability cases include Slip & Falls and Trip & Falls on a defendant’s property due to a defect, negligent maintenance, or negligent failure to provide notice of hazard on a property

Any party who files a wrongful death claim may pursue compensation for the following: -His or her own emotional trauma related to the death; -The victim’s pain and suffering prior to his or her death; -The victim’s medical expenses prior to death and all the funeral and burial expenses his or her estate faced; and -The income and benefits the victim would reasonably have earned over the course of his or her remaining career. -Burial and funeral expenses; -Accident-related medical expenses; -The family’s loss of the victim’s love and support; and -The victim’s household’s loss of his or her contributions to the household.

A catastrophe is defined as a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin. When injuries are particularly severe or debilitating, they are often described as catastrophic injuries.

You may feel that trusting your insurance company is the best route for you. But by accepting this initial settlement you may not receive the compensation you deserve or the one you need to ease the financial burden of an accident. You may discover that the interests of insurance companies do not align with your own.

This is a myth and not true. Although you might need to meet with a company doctor for the first visit, Vermont law allows you to pick your doctor after that.

We take the fight to the insurance company. After an injury, the clients key focus needs to be on getting better. We know how to handle the insurance company through these processes.

Each case is unique. Please contact our office to discuss your individual needs.

Is is important to immediately report an accident to your employer. Any delay could hurt your claim. Within days of reporting the accident, your employer should forward your claim to their insurer. If there is any delay, you might need to submit the claim yourself. We encourage all injured workers to stay apprised of how their claim is advancing through the workers’ comp system.

When you meet with a lawyer, you will want to bring as much information about your case as possible to learn more about how the attorney plans to handle your claim. When you meet with a lawyer for the first time, you should be sure to bring any and all of the following information if you have it: -Any information you gathered at the scene of the accident, such as photographs, statements from witnesses, contact information for witnesses, contact information for other driver(s) involved in the collision, and your own written recollections of the event; -Police report; -Medical records, including any materials related to your initial visit to a healthcare provider and any follow-up documentation; and -Your own insurance information and records of your contact with the insurance company.

Our team will review your case for free. You don’t have to pay out of pocket to hire us – and you only pay when we get you compensation.

It varies from state to state who can file a wrongful death claim. In Vermont, the personal representative of the victim’s estate is the only party who can file a wrongful death claim. In New Hampshire, any individual with an interest in the victim’s estate may file a wrongful death claim to pursue compensation for compensation related to that legal interest.

Not all cases have to go to court. However, after talking to an experienced lawyer, they may recommend that the case go to trial. At Sabbeth Law, our attorneys are trial-tested and won't hesitate to go to Court.

Yes our firm is capable of handling snowmobile accidents. Our team has years of experience handling a wide variety of motor vehicle accident cases.

Yes, there are different types of product liability, they include: Design Defect: The product is inherently flawed by design. Manufacturing Defect: The product was produced or assembled incorrectly. Marketing Defect: The product does not provide proper safety labels or instructions. Product liability can be a difficult field of law to understand, contact us to discuss product liability more.

We would need more information, at our firm we offer free case review and you won't pay our of pocket to hire us. Please contact us for more information.

Yes we do. Our worker’s compensation attorneys are experts in Personal Injury Law. We are constantly focused on continuing education and staying at the top of our field. Please contact us if you need our help and expertise.

We suggest that you get a police report. A police report provides evidence of the accident along with documentation of what occurred. Get a police report to make sure all necessary info is exchanged.

If you’re facing injuries because of another driver’s negligence, you should speak with a Vermont car accident lawyer about your case. When you file a claim, you should know how to find an attorney who is the right advocate for you. An advocate at Sabbeth Law is ready to work on your case today.

Our mission is to protect our clients and get them full and fair compensation. Protecting our clients doesn’t mean simply protecting them against the insurance companies, employers, or whomever may be trying to “get over” on them. It also means to protect them against the overwhelming stress that so often accompanies these claims. We work tirelessly to minimize the stress associated with injury cases. We work to manage our clients’ medical bills, insurance, and handle all communications with defendants and their representatives.

You need to document the accident scene by getting statements from anyone present or try to get video evidence if a camera is around, get medically treated immediately, and after that find a professional attorney to help with your claim so you can get the compensation you deserve.

Yes we do! If you are anyone you know has been injured and is in need of legal help then you should contact our office to set up a free case review with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys.

We offer legal services for personal injury accidents, pedestrian accidents, product liability accidents, and wrongful death cases. If you are in need of help with any of the following please feel free to contact our office to schedule your free case consultation!