Frequently Asked Questions

Suffering a serious injury can be an extremely difficult and disorienting experience to go through, and many injury victims are left with numerous questions about their legal rights and the options that may be available to them in the aftermath. At The Sampson Law Firm, our Louisville legal team understands how hard it can be to find the answers to these questions on your own. That’s why we’ve worked to put together the following collection of frequently asked questions and their relevant answers—along with additional guidance on how long you can wait before filing a claim and what types of compensation you may be entitled to receive.

  • Can I pursue a claim years after the incident occurred?

    Sometimes it is possible to pursue a claim even after some time has passed, but it depends on your circumstances. Typically, a person must file a personal injury or product liability claim within a year of being harmed by someone else’s actions or a defective product. However, the discovery rule allows people with injuries or illnesses not reasonably detectable soon after the accident to pursue claims past one year.

  • Can I sue for more compensation if I don’t get the amount I want?

    No, you cannot sue the same person or entity for the same claim you initially did, even if you do not receive the compensation you desire or think you deserve. Legal statutes prevent this type of action from being taken. For this reason, it is critical to seek a skilled and experienced attorney’s support, as he or she will have a better idea of how much compensation to seek and the best way to get it.

  • Can I pursue a claim years after the incident occurred?

    Sometimes it is possible to pursue a claim even after some time has passed, but it depends on your circumstances. Typically, a person must file a personal injury or product liability claim within a year of being harmed by someone else’s actions or a defective product. However, the discovery rule allows people with injuries or illnesses not reasonably detectable soon after the accident to pursue claims past one year.

  • Can I sue for more compensation if I don’t get the amount I want?

    No, you cannot sue the same person or entity for the same claim you initially did, even if you do not receive the compensation you desire or think you deserve. Legal statutes prevent this type of action from being taken. For this reason, it is critical to seek a skilled and experienced attorney’s support, as he or she will have a better idea of how much compensation to seek and the best way to get it.

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