Worcester Personal Injury Lawyer

Common Personal Injury Cases in Worcester, MA

A personal injury is any form of physical or financial harm caused by another party.

Victims of personal injuries may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit in Worcester and pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses.

Personal injuries can include: 

• Bodily injuries or physical harm
• Disability
• Health problems or illnesses caused by an injury
• Serious loss of finances
• Worsening of an existing health condition
• Death

Unfortunately, personal injuries can happen unexpectedly and almost anywhere, including at work, school, home, or while on vacation. Learn more about common types of personal injury cases below.

Construction Accident Lawyers in Worcester

Construction can be an incredibly dangerous occupation. The tools, equipment, and work environment can create hazards that may result in severe injuries and fatalities.

The Massachusetts Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health (MassCOSH) has identified construction as one of the most deadly industries in Massachusetts.

Construction accidents in Worcester may be caused by:

• Collapsed scaffolding
• Crane accidents
• Electric shocks
• Equipment failure
• Explosions
• Falls
• Ladder injuries
• Safety code violations

Many construction accidents occur due to negligence by someone not directly associated with an employer, like contractors, equipment manufacturers, or property owners.

By working with our skilled personal injury attorneys in Worcester, you may be able to file a lawsuit against one or more of these third parties and pursue compensation for your injuries.

Worcester Asbestos & Mesothelioma Lawyers

For decades, many asbestos-related companies knowingly exposed employees and consumers to this toxic mineral, which can cause mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other serious conditions.

If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, you may be eligible for financial compensation from various potential sources.

Compensation options may include:

• Claims with asbestos trust funds set up by bankrupt companies
• Settlements or verdicts from mesothelioma lawsuits
• VA benefits for veterans with mesothelioma

Not sure how you were exposed to asbestos? Use our job sites database to see known areas of asbestos exposure in Worcester.

If you or a loved one was diagnosed with mesothelioma, our asbestos lawyers in Worcester can pursue compensation from every option available to you as a way of maximizing the amount of money you receive.

Worcester Birth Injury Lawyers

If your child sustained a preventable injury before, during, or shortly after birth, you may be able to file a birth injury lawsuit and pursue compensation to help pay for your child’s medication and treatment costs.

Birth injuries in Worcester include:

• Bone fractures
• Brain damage
• Cerebral palsy (CP)
• Erb’s palsy
• Jaundice and kernicterus (buildup of bilirubin in the brain)
• Nerve damage

To date, our birth injury lawyers in Worcester have secured over $834 Million for families affected by birth injuries.

At Sokolove Law, we have registered nurses on staff that can help you determine if your child’s injury may have been the result of a mistake made by a health care professional.

Worcester Car & Truck Accident Attorneys

Thousands of car accidents and commercial trucking accidents occur each year — and the majority of these accidents are preventable.

Unfortunately, victims of auto accidents are often pressured into accepting low settlements from insurance companies that don’t cover all of the costs associated with their injuries.

A car accident lawyer in Worcester can fight for compensation to address: 

• Medical bills
• Property damage
• Emotional distress
• Lost wages

Let a Worcester accident attorney get you the money you deserve. Call (800) 995-1212 now to talk with a member of our team.

Disability Lawyers in Worcester, MA

If you’re unable to work, disability insurance may be your only source of income. However, some insurance companies may try to deny your disability claim — even if it is valid.

Some of the medical conditions that may qualify for long-term disability benefits include:

• Bipolar disorder
• Cancer
• Chronic fatigue syndrome
• Crohn’s disease
• Degenerative disc disease
• Fibromyalgia
• HIV/AIDS
• Lupus
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)

If your Social Security Disability Insurance or long-term disability claim was denied, our Worcester disability lawyers may be able to help you appeal the denial and receive the compensation you’re entitled to.

Worcester Dog Bite Lawyers

Dogs that are not kept on leashes or that escape their enclosures may attack unsuspecting individuals without warning. Even dogs on a leash may still pose a threat.

Children and seniors are at a higher risk of getting bitten by a dog. Aggressive dogs can seriously harm people or other animals if they are not handled properly by their owners.

A dog bite attorney in Worcester can help you hold the person responsible for the care of the dog accountable.

Worcester Medical Malpractice Lawyers

Medical malpractice occurs when a health care professional injures a patient after failing to provide the standard of care expected of them.

A study by Johns Hopkins found that as many as 250,000 Americans die each year from preventable medical errors. 

Examples of medical malpractice in Worcester can include: 

• Emergency room errors
• Failing to diagnose a medical condition
• Medication errors
• Providing a delayed or incorrect diagnosis
• Surgical errors

Our Massachusetts medical malpractice attorneys can help you seek compensation and justice for yourself or on behalf of a loved one.

Get a free case review now to learn more about how we may be able to help.

Worcester Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

Unfortunately, neglect and abuse in Worcester nursing homes is far too common.

Nursing home abuse can include:

• Physical abuse
• Serious neglect (like bedsores) and malnutrition
• Sexual abuse or sexual assault

At Sokolove Law, our nursing home abuse lawyers in Worcester are compassionate towards those who have been harmed — and relentless in the pursuit of justice on their behalf.

Worcester Slip & Fall Lawyers

Many slip and fall accidents occur on someone else’s property — and oftentimes due to negligence on the part of the property owner.

While some falls may result in minor injuries, others can cause debilitating pain that lasts for years to come.

By working with a personal injury attorney in Worcester, you can get help determining your legal options and taking action to pursue compensation for the suffering you’ve experienced.

Worcester Workers Comp Lawyers

Workplace injuries can occur while performing any work-related task, regardless of your job.

Common workplace injuries in Worcester include:

• Chemical poisoning
• Crush injuries
• Cuts
• Equipment injuries
• Falls
• Sprained or strained muscles
• Torn muscles

When you are injured at work, you typically receive workers’ compensation. However, your employer’s insurance company may try to downplay the extent of your injury in order to avoid paying out large sums of money.

Our workers comp lawyers in Worcester, MA can help you navigate this process and get the compensation you deserve.

How to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Worcester

When you work with Sokolove Law, our experienced team of attorneys will strive to make filing a personal injury lawsuit in Worcester as stress-free as possible.

If you have a case, our Worcester personal injury attorneys will handle every step of the legal process for you, so you can focus on the health and recovery of you or your loved one.

Filing a personal injury lawsuit includes members of your legal team: 

• Determining your eligibility to file a claim during a free consultation
• Building a strong case with medical records, testimony, and evidence
• Filing a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf
• Negotiating personal injury settlement amounts with the defendant
• Presenting your case in court if needed

Pursuing Worcester Personal Injury Settlements

The vast majority of our personal injury cases settle before they go to trial, which means you may receive compensation without ever having to step foot in a courtroom. 

A personal injury settlement is when all parties in a lawsuit agree on the amount of compensation the plaintiff should receive. Your attorney will negotiate with the defendant to try and achieve a fair settlement on your behalf.

The amount of your Worcester personal injury settlement depends on several factors, including:

• How badly you were hurt
• The cost of your medical treatment
• Any lost wages

If a personal injury settlement isn’t reached, the case may proceed to court for a jury and judge to decide the outcome in a verdict.

Compensation from personal injury settlements in Worcester can be used for medical bills, repairing damaged property, therapy, and any other expenses you may have.

Sokolove Law: Founded in Massachusetts Over 40 Years Ago

Since 1979, Sokolove Law has been dedicated to fighting for justice on behalf of our clients.

Our Worcester personal injury attorneys have the resources, skills, and experience necessary to challenge those who have caused you harm, including employers, insurance companies, and large corporations.

We’ve successfully helped thousands of people across the country — and we only get paid if we secure compensation on your behalf.

Let us put our experience to work for you. Call (800) 995-1212 now for a free case review to see if our Worcester personal injury lawyers can help you get the money you deserve.

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• Worcester
• And more

Worcester Neighborhoods We Serve

• Beaver Brook
• Bell Hill
• Brittan Square
• Broadmeadow Brook
• Burncoat
• Cambridge Street
• Canal District
• Central Worcester
• Cider Mill
• College Hill
• Columbus Park
• Crown Hill
• Downtown Worcester
• Elm Park
• Federal Square
• Forest Grove
• Grafton Hill
• Great Brook Valley
• Green Hill
• Green Island
• Greendale
• Hadwen Park
• Indian Hill
• Indian Lake East
• Lincoln Estate
• Lincoln Square
• Main South
• Mill Street
• Newton Square
• North Lincoln Street
• North Worcester
• Quinsigamond Village
• Salisbury Street
• South Worcester
• Tatnuck
• The Summit
• Union Hill
• University Park
• Vernon Hill
• Webster Square
• West Tatnuck
• Worcester Common

Worcester Zip Codes We Serve

• 01601
• 01602
• 01603
• 01604
• 01605
• 01606
• 01607
• 01608
• 01609
• 01610
• 01613
• 01614
• 01615
• 01653
• 01654
• 01655

List of Worcester Hospitals and Their Safety Grades

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is a letter grade that scores hospitals based on how well they protect patients from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections.

When compared to an A-rated hospital, your chance of dying increases by 35% in a B-rated hospital and 88% in a C-rated hospital. This research was conducted at the Armstrong Institute for Patient Safety and Quality, Johns Hopkins Medicine.

• St. Vincent Hospital
  123 Summer Street
  Worcester, MA 01608
  Hospital Safety Grade: C
• UMass Memorial Medical Center — Memorial Campus
  119 Belmont Street
  Worcester, MA 01605
  Hospital Safety Grade: C
• UMass Memorial Medical Center — University Campus
  55 Lake Avenue N.
  Worcester, MA 01655
  Hospital Safety Grade: C

List of Nursing Homes in Worcester, MA

• Beaumont University Campus
  378 Plantation Street
  Worcester, MA 01605
• Blaire House of Worcester
  116 Houghton Street
  Worcester, MA 01604
• Christopher House of Worcester
  10 Mary Scano Drive
  Worcester, MA 01605
• Golden Living Center — The Hermitage
  383 Mill Street
  Worcester, MA 01602
• Holy Trinity Easter Orthodox N & R Center
  300 Barber Avenue
  Worcester, MA 01606
• Jewish Healthcare Center 
  629 Salisbury Street
  Worcester, MA 01609
• Knollwood Nursing Home
  87 Briarwood Circle
  Worcester, MA 01606
• Lutheran Rehabilitation & Skilled Care 
  26 Harvard Street
  Worcester, MA 01609
• Notre Dame Long Term Care Center 
  559 Plantation Street
  Worcester, MA 01605
• Odd Fellows Home of Massachusetts 
  104 Randolph Road
  Worcester, MA 01606
• Parsons Hill Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
  1350 Main Street
  Worcester, MA 01603
• Spring Valley Center  
  81 Chatham Street
  Worcester, MA 01603
• St. Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center 
  101 Plantation Street
  Worcester, MA 01604
• St. Mary Health Care Center
  39 Queen Street
  Worcester, MA 01610
• West Side House Ltc Facility
  35 Fruit Street
  Worcester, MA 01609
• Wingate at Worcester
  59 Acton Street
  Worcester, MA 01604