Personal Injury Law

Des Moines personal injury law revolves around several concepts. "Tort" is defined as any wrongdoing by which an action for damages can be brought against those who caused the injury. When someone is physically or emotionally injured, or their personal property is damaged, it is considered by law to be a "personal injury." The laws covering personal injury allow the injured party to receive compensation for damages caused by someone else's carelessness, negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions.

Personal injury law is also called tort law. Federal and state governments have enacted tort laws for the protection of your rights. Des Moines personal injury law falls under those jurisdictions and exists solely to compensate those afflicted as a result of another person or party's action.

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury, illness or death, that seems to have been someone else's fault, call VanDerGinst Law at 1-866-843-7367 or click here for a FREE online case evaluation. The initial consultation is free of charge. If we agree to handle your injury case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if, and when, there is a money recovery for you. In many cases a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. So please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.

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