Jones & Ward practices general personal injury law with emphasis on particular areas.

Auto, pedestrian and bicycle accidents

Road accidents injure millions each year. Many fail to receive full and fair compensation because they accept an insurance company’s initial settlement offer. Jones & Ward has extensive experience helping claimants understand actual damages to which they may be entitled and building effective cases.

Wrongful death

Deaths caused by another party’s negligence, recklessness, or inaction. A civil lawsuit over a wrongful death is generally filed by immediate family members. Damages that may be recovered include medical and funeral expenses, lost wages including future earnings, pain and suffering, and loss of support or companionship.

Maritime injuries

Seamen, fisherman and processors are generally covered under the Jones Act and General Maritime Law which governs claims resulting from incidents on the water. It is a unique legal area. We emphasize accident-related injuries to fishermen, seamen and processors in our practice.

Construction accidents

Accidents can result from defective or improperly used equipment, negligence of a contractor, manufacturer or other site workers, or faulty job site practices or procedures. An incomplete list of damages that may be recovered include medical expenses, compensation for loss of past and future income and pain and suffering, and compensation for permanent injuries.

Slip and fall accidents

Injuries that can occur in an office or workplace, public area, or private home. Because responsibility is often less than clear-cut, every slip and fall, or premises liability case should be evaluated by experienced counsel.

Injuries to law enforcement officers, firefighters, and paramedics

Casework includes personal injury cases while in the line of duty, whether caused by the negligence of a third party or an employer. Police and fire professionals have unique avenues to recovery of damages.

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