Evansville, IN Car Accident Attorneys - Hensley Legal Group, PC

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Freddie Kincaid

As an accident victim and single father in dire need of help and at the end of my rope, somehow a gentleman named Jonathan contacted me today about my accident, and within few minutes of our conversation he had calmed me down from a 10 to a 5 and took a load of stress, anger, fear, anxiety, depression and being lost off me 50% and helped me see light at end of a dark tunnel. Thank you Jonathan.

Linda Preston

If I ever meet anyone that needs a personal injury attorney, I tell them to hire Hensley! I can’t express my gratitude enough for this firm. I don’t know what I would have done without Spencer and the things he did for me.

Twila Bishop

I have to say that I am very pleased with how Hensley handled my case. They were really quick about getting on my case and getting me a settlement. They didn't delay at all. My car accident lawyer, Phil, was amazing. He got me everything I deserved. I've already recommended Hensley to a friend who needed a good car accident attorney. I recommend that you call them, ESPECIALLY if the insurance is giving you a hard time like they tried to do to me.

Cory Clear

I have to say that I am very pleased with how Hensley handled my case. They were really quick about getting on my case and getting me a settlement. They didn't delay at all. My car accident lawyer, Phil, was amazing. He got me everything I deserved. I've already recommended Hensley to a friend who needed a good car accident attorney. I recommend that you call them, ESPECIALLY if the insurance is giving you a hard time like they tried to do to me.

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All I had to do was reach out to Hensley and get them my information. They handled the rest. And they handled it like a pro. Hensley was great. I would recommend them to anyone who needs a good personal injury firm.

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Rhonda Houser

They not only work hard on your case but treat you with respect. They make sure you understand what is happening and what to expect. I have full confidence in their legal abilities, and I am thankful for all the help they have given me.

Patricia Allen

Hensley Legal Group did a great job. My case took awhile to resolve but they were very nice and even sent me a birthday and Christmas card.

Sarah Stamper

Excellent people. Kind and informative throughout the process. I would recommend this firm highly. Thank you all for your commitment to my case. I feel like my family can now face the future with hope.

Doris Smith

I was so happy with the service Hensley Legal Group provided for me. They were so professional, and cared about me, reassuring me when I wasn't always in a good place. They let me know that everything was going to be alright! If I had any questions or needed anything, they were there for me, and gave me quality service.

JD Anderson

I was in a major car accident early this summer. Thanks to Forrest and the group at Hensley Legal I will never go anywhere else. Neither should you.

Jackie Badgett

I was in a bad accident, Hensley had a paralegal in my house the day after I called them. He told me what to expect and he was right on the money. They made this stressful situation so much easier. I highly recommend team Hensley. Fair and honest folks.

Earle Cooke White III

When I was in a serious truck accident and needed a great attorney to handle the matter, Rudy from Hensley Legal Group gave me that assistance.

Andrea Uhl

I used Hensley Legal Group when I was in a serious car accident back in May of 2021 and the representative that helped me through everything was Natalie, and she was fantastic. Thank you again for everything you did for me and my family!

Carrie Kuenz

I had gotten to a point with the auto insurance that I didn't have any more energy to put into negotiating, but I knew they were trying to just get me to settle, so the Hensley group was great and took that off my plate!

Addison Smith

Rudy from Hensley Legal Group was able to get them to increase their offer to not only cover my medical debt, but also a little extra to help make things easier for me.

Liana Lucinda Quiroz

The staff at Hensley Legal Group are very welcoming and were able to answer all of my questions. Anyone needing assistance with personal injury or Social Security disability, I would suggest that you reach out to Hensley Legal Group.

Sherry Stettler

The Hensley Legal Group helped my husband get his disability after a short time. We would like to thank you and we appreciate your professionalism!

Stephanie Cornelius

Hensley Legal Group handled my Disability claim. I was totally pleased with my experience with them. They were very professional and made the whole process very easy for me. Iw ill absolutely use Hensley Legal Group for any other legal issue I may have! I would give them 10 stars!!

Brad Eastes

This team was very diligent in swift response to my initial call and after referring me to one call to Social Security for some info to file, I give my strongest recommendation to any one who can use the services they provide!

Robin Verlinden

We have used Hensley Legal Group for an auto injury case and for a social security disability case and were very pleased with the outcome. Chris Czernik and Katrina Hildebrandt and their teams were kind, compassionate, and helpful. We would highly recommend them to anyone in need of assistance.

Williams Widina

My attorney is experienced and very knowledgeable about the nuances of labor law. It feels great to have such a skilled attorney on your side. I truly believe that they have The Strength to Make a Difference. I highly recommend using The Hensley Group.

Jason Kimmerling

The whole team was very professional and sincere. They really were concerned about closing my case before my injuries were healed and making sure to cover all bases regarding my accident.

Dion Hazelbaker

The whole team was very professional and sincere. They really were concerned about closing my case before my injuries were healed and making sure to cover all bases regarding my accident.

Leslie Newland

I was in an accident involving three totaled vehicles and ultimately one fatality. I’d never been in a situation like this before and didn’t know where to even start. So glad I called Hensley! They were so easy to work with and I’m sure got far more for me than I would’ve been able to get myself. They were kind, professional, and got the job done!

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Common Causes of Evansville Motor Vehicle Accidents

As a busy traffic hub for the Tri-State area, Evansville drivers must be on their guard against reckless drivers. In fact, most car accidents are preventable. Unsafe driving behaviors are responsible for 65 percent of Indiana car accidents and should be avoided at all costs.

Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of car accidents in the US. It’s tempting to pick up your phone or give your attention to your passengers instead of the road, but your sole focus should always be on driving. It is illegal in Indiana to use your phone while driving. If you were injured in a car wreck caused by someone who distracted on their phone, you can recover damages by filing a personal injury claim.

Speeding

Speed-related factors can lead to deadly accidents. In 2019, speeding caused 25 percent of all fatal collisions in Indiana. It may be tempting to push the speed limit if you’re in a hurry to get to the office or if you’re late for an appointment. But the faster you drive, the longer it will take to come to a complete stop if you need to slam on the brakes.

Speeding is especially unsafe in rough weather. If snow, rain, or sleet has made the road slick, or if fog reduces visibility, it is safer to reduce your speed. Over half of speed-related collisions are caused by driving too fast for weather conditions. Keep the road safe for yourself and others by sticking to the speed limit.

Reckless Driving

Sometimes you can see a reckless driver coming from a mile away as they swerve around traffic. Other times, you may just have the bad luck of driving beside someone who decides to enter your lane without checking their mirrors first.

Unsafe driving like tailgating, passing in the wrong lane, not using turn signals, failure to yield, ignoring stop signs, and speeding is dangerous and puts everyone on the road at risk. If someone’s recklessness caused your car accident, contact an Evansville car accident attorney as soon as possible.

Driving Under the Influence

When you hear “impaired driving” your first thought is probably driving under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol slows your reflexes, blurs your vision, and hinders basic motor skills. When someone decides to drive drunk, nobody wins.

Impaired driving includes drug use, both illegal substances and prescription drugs. Drivers impaired by drugs are more likely to get into a fatal car accident. If the warning label on the side of your prescription warns against operating heavy machinery, taking it may hinder your ability to drive safely.

Drowsy Driving

Do not underestimate the danger of drowsy driving. Driving while fatigued is nearly as dangerous as driving while intoxicated. Exhausted drivers may have slowed reflexes or might not notice road debris or lane changes until it is too late.

How Much Does an Evansville Personal Injury Cost?

At Hensley Legal Group, we strive to treat our clients the way we would want to be treated if we were injured in a car accident. To us, that means being transparent: communicating often, going over all of your options, and answering all of your questions.

That also means being transparent about our fee process. There’s nothing worse than receiving an unexpected bill, especially after something as potentially traumatic and life-changing as an Evansville car accident.

How to choose the right Evansville car accident lawyer

But if you choose to partner with Hensley Legal Group, you won’t have to worry about making payments while you’re struggling with your recovery. We work on a contingency fee. That means that we don’t get paid unless and until you receive a settlement or award for your claim.

Let’s be clear: You won’t owe us a single penny unless and until you receive compensation for your injuries. If you don’t get paid, neither do we.

That’s why we can offer a risk-free guarantee for our clients. If we fail to secure compensation for you, there’s no risk to you: you won’t owe us anything. Meanwhile, if you choose to hire us, you can rest assured that experienced attorneys are on top of your claim while you’re focusing on what’s really important: getting back on your feet physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Evansville car accident claims can take months to resolve, even years. If you choose Hensley Legal Group, you can get years of experienced legal assistance for free unless and until we secure a settlement or award for you.

Our fee is simple: 33.3 percent, or one-third, of your settlement or award. If you choose to file a lawsuit and prepare for trial, that fee increases to 40 percent to cover court costs. If you have questions about our fee process, give us a call or contact us online.

Evansville is no small town and there are many car accident lawyers to choose from. There are some things you should look for when choosing an attorney, but the most important thing is that you feel comfortable with them taking your case.

Here are some of the ways our personal injury attorneys at Hensley Legal Group set themselves apart from the rest:

Communication. An auto accident attorney should never leave you in the dark about what’s going on with your case. At Hensley Legal Group, our lawyers return calls to clients promptly and regularly. And should an attorney be unavailable, our entire legal staff is on hand to answer clients’ questions.

Reputation. We let our reviews speak for themselves. We are always available to answer questions and are transparent about our fees, processes, and values.

Experience. You want a lawyer with experience investigating car accidents, negotiation settlements, and representing their clients in trial. The trial lawyers at Hensley Legal Group are members of the National Top 100 Trial Lawyers and America’s Top 100 Attorneys. We do not shy away from going to court if the insurance company refuses to give you a fair and deserved settlement.

Personality. You should be able to trust the person going to bat for you in the courtroom.You don’t have to be best friends with your Evansville car accident lawyer, but you do want to hire someone whose personality and ethics go along well with yours. You should feel comfortable with them. After all, they will need to know all the details of your accident, medical treatment, and insurance information. At Hensley Legal Group, we treat all of our clients like how we would want to be treated should we need legal help.

Avoid These Mistakes When Dealing With Evansville Car Insurance Companies

After an Indiana car accident, you should get a claim started with the insurance company as quickly as possible. They will send out an insurance adjuster to collect details about the car accident and to determine how much money they should pay for the accident.

As you speak with the insurance adjuster, you must remember that their most important job is to save the insurance company money. Say the wrong thing, and they could use your statement to justify a lower settlement amount.

Here are five things you should not do when talking to an insurance adjuster:

Apologize. Apologizing is a very Hoosier thing to do after an accident. Saying sorry is usually the kind and polite thing, but saying “I’m sorry” can be construed as an admission of guilt. If you didn’t cause the accident, do not apologize.

Lie about the accident. If the insurance adjuster finds out that you lied about the circumstances of your car accident, they will have an easy time casting doubt on your entire version of events. When you speak to the insurance company, stick to the facts and do not embellish or fill in details that you aren’t completely sure of.

Exaggerate your injuries. Your car accident settlement should cover your medical bills. There’s no use lying about your injuries to get a higher statement: when the insurance company receives your medical bills, they will know you are lying. It is fine to just say that you are seeking medical treatment, and leave it at that.

Give an official statement. The insurance adjuster will ask for your official statement. Do not give an official statement without legal representation present. Insurance companies know how to twist your words to justify a lower settlement offer. Your attorney, on the other hand, will know how to word your statement to avoid incrimination.

Not consult an attorney. It is completely possible to file a claim and reach a settlement on your own. But if you are in a multi-vehicle crash, or a collision with a semi-truck or commercial vehicle, it may be harder to get the appropriate insurance information to start your claim. An Evansville personal injury lawyer can find out who the liable parties are and make the process less stressful than if you had gone it alone.

What Damages Can You Recover After an Evansville Accident?

Evansville car accident attorneys at Hensley Legal Group can help you recover damages after a car accident that wasn’t your fault. There are two types of damages you can recover: economic and non-economic.

Economic damages have a numerical value assigned to them, like:

  • Medical bills
  • Lost wages
  • Loss of future earning potential
  • Property damage

Non-economic damages do not have an obvious price tag. They include pain and suffering, loss of companionship, and mental distress.

Schedule Your Free Consultation With an Evansville Injury Lawyer Today

If you were injured in a car accident in Evansville, contact the personal injury attorneys at Hensley Legal Group today. An auto accident attorney can help file a claim, communicate with insurance, explain what compensation you could be eligible for, so you can focus on healing after the accident.

At Hensley Legal Group, we treat our clients like we would like our family to be treated. No one should have to muddle through the legal process on their own, especially if they are recovering from a serious injury. As our client, you will receive honest and assertive representation.

Our law firm has successfully represented car accident victims in Evansville and throughout the state of Indiana. Your consultation with us is always free. Fill out the online form or call our Evansville office at (812) 437-2000 to schedule a consultation.

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