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We have compiled a list of common questions other personal injury clients have asked at their initial consultation. Please reach out to us for any questions you many have.

At Sarkisian Law Offices we know you have questions about personal injury cases. Whether it is a car accident or a motorcycle accident, or have suffered a slip and fall injury, if you've been hurt in an accident you deserve to be represented by an experienced personal injury firm.



Our decades of experience gives you the peace of mind in knowing we have handled cases like yours and are here to help you through the process.

  • I have been injured or my family member has been killed as the result of the negligence of another. How do I select an attorney to help?

    The selection of an attorney to help you with your personal injury law claim is an important decision. It can be challenging because there are many personal injury attorneys practicing in Merrillville and Valparaiso. Sarkisian is a name you can trust in personal injury cases throughout NW Indiana. We have a long standing reputation in the region and have fought for the compensation families in NW Indiana deserve for over 30 years. 

    We recommend that you don't just rely on TV commercials, or billboard advertising. Word of mouth from previous clients, family, and friends can often be an option for you. When deciding which firm you would like to represent you, you should also focus on whether you are comfortable with the personal injury law firm and the attorneys who will be representing you. As you will see from our website, we are experienced injury attorneys. If you are uncertain as to whether a lawyer you have seen is the right one for you, please call us for a second opinion. There is never a fee for an initial consultation.

  • What type of cases does Sarkisian Law Offices handle?

    At Sarkisian Law Offices, we represent people who have been seriously injured or have had a family member killed due to the negligence of another. We're experienced in personal injury law and handle cases involving injuries caused by accidents in cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Over 52% of all personal injury cases involve auto accidents. 


    We also handle cases involving steel mill accidents, factory accidents involving heavy equipment or machines, and accidents at construction sites.

  • Where does Sarkisian Law Offices practice?

    The experienced and professional personal injury attorneys at Sarkisian Law Offices have decades of experience serving the Northwest Indiana area. 


    We've been practicing personal injury law since 1981. Today, we serve families in Merrillville, Valparaiso, Crown Point, Gary, Portage, Schererville, Dyer, Hobart, Lake Station, St. John, Cedar Lake, Lowell, Hammond, East Chicago, Portage, Chesterton, Highland, Whiting, Munster, and other communities in Lake County, Porter County, and La Porte County as well as Chicago and Cook County, Illinois. If you need a professional and experienced personal injury attorney, contact us today.

  • What types of damages can I recover and how much is my case worth?

    If you or a family member was injured due to the negligence of another, you may be entitled to a wide range of damages. These damages include lost wages or future economic losses, any pain and suffering you have experienced, scarring or disfigurement related to your injuries, and any related damages to your personal property. 


    You may also be entitled to past, present, and future medical expenses. Determining the monetary value of your personal injury claim is a complex matter which will require a thorough evaluation that can be performed only after your personal injury attorney discovers and reviews all the facts. 


    We can review your claim and analyze the important information about your case so that your claim may be resolved for its full value.

  • I have spoken to an insurance company and their representative says I don't need a lawyer to represent me. Do I really need an attorney?

    A personal injury attorney is not required in every case. However, as the injuries become more serious, or in cases involving death, it is prudent to consult with a personal injury attorney so that you know what your rights are. 

    We recommend that you do not sign any release or allow the insurance company representative to take your statement immediately after the accident. 

    Remember that insurance companies have a primary purpose, which is to earn a profit. The insurance company is going to do what is best for their company, not what is best for you. Since Sarkisian Law Offices has a policy of providing free initial consultations, you may wish to consult with an auto accident lawyer at our office to determine whether you need an attorney in your case.

  • How should I expect my attorney to be paid?

    Our policy of allowing free initial consultations results in you being able to consult with our office at no cost to you. If you decide to retain Sarkisian Law Offices to represent you as the auto accident lawyer or personal injury attorney in your case, we are paid on a contingent fee basis.

    We will go over how the contingency fee works when we review your case to make sure you fully understand it.

  • Why should I choose Sarkisian Law Offices over the other personal injury law firms in the area?

    Sarkisian Law Offices are committed to serving our clients. We have the experience you need to seek the compensation you deserve. Our team is committed to each and every client. 


    We have successfully gone to trial to seek damages for our clients. We do not encourage them to settle their case to avoid a trial. 


    At Sarkisian Law Offices you will meet with our attorneys one on one to discuss your case. 


    We want you to be comfortable in choosing our office to represent you and will explain what to expect if you choose us to represent you. 

  • Have you ever gone to trial for a case?

    Yes. We have trial experience. We do not encourage our clients to settle their case if it is not in their best interest. At Sarkisian Law Offices we have been fighting for compensation for the injured for decades. That includes taking cases to court and fighting for the maximum compensation available.

  • How do I know if I have a personal injury case?

    Schedule a no obligation, no cost consultation with us to discuss the details of your case. We will be upfront and honest about the law and whether or not you have a case. 


    Generally speaking, there are grounds for a personally injury claim when a person has been injured and the injury was the direct or indirect result of another party's negligence or wrongful actions. The other party can be a person, group of people, a business. 


    If it can be proved that another party was neglient and you suffered damages as a result of that negligence, you are able to seek compensation.

  • Should I accept the first settlement offer from an insurance company?

    Consulting an experienced law firm like Sarkisian Law Offices will give you the information you need to consider before accepting any insurance settlement. Read more about our recommendations when it comes to the insurance company's first settlement offer here: Initial Settlement Offer from Insurance Company

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