The personal injury process may appear overwhelming for those that are unfamiliar with how the court system works. While it seems that way, it’s actually done in steps. You must first start the process with an initial consultation. This is where the client will share details about the incident with Daryl Porter Jr., a Jackson Mississippi car wreck lawyer. As far as where this consultation will take place, it happens at the office of Pepper & Odom on Northpark Drive in Ridgeland or over the phone.
Clients have two ways they can provide us with evidence for their claim. Clients can submit pictures of damages and the scene of the accident, hospital discharge papers, police reports, and any other forms of evidence electronically or by physically bringing them into our office. Once Daryl Porter Jr., is retained, he starts the investigation.
While the investigation is underway, he may request medical charts, interview witnesses, or request traffic camera footage if available. Typically, victims will have insurance adjusters contact them quickly. Adjusters will ask these victims to give a recorded statement. The Jackson Mississippi car wreck lawyer will step in at this point to prevent insurance companies from using any statements against the injured person unfairly. The case may proceed to litigation if settlement negotiations stall. This means filing a lawsuit in the appropriate Mississippi court.
Court filings include formal complaints that outline the allegations and requests for relief. Once this step is complete, the discovery phase follows. In the discovery phase, each side will exchange documents and questions. Sometimes testimonies are taken under oath in depositions.
Motions before trial, jury selection, and presentation of evidence may be a part of the courtroom process itself