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Frequently Asked Questions

Experienced Washington D.C. and Maryland Personal Injury Lawyer – Attorney Walter E. Laake, Jr.

If you have been injured as a result of the negligence or improper conduct of another, you deserve compensation. Proper representation can ensure that you receive both proper care and adequate compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, aggravation, and lost wages. A seasoned Washington D.C. / Maryland area personal injury lawyer, Attorney Walter E. Laake, Jr. has the expertise to provide the most astute counsel, and the reputation to bring your case the respect it deserves.

Assault & Battery

If you have suffered physical or psychological injury as a result of unlawful, harmful, or offensive touching by another person, your case is classified as an assault and battery case.

Proving that another party’s negligence or deliberate actions are the cause of your injuries is at the heart of a personal injury case. In an assault and battery case, this is often a straightforward matter. If you have been assaulted, Washington D.C. / Maryland area personal injury lawyer Walter E. Laake, Jr. can help you recover compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and lost wages.

Most assault cases must be filed within two years of the date of the assault. If you have been injured, contact Washington D.C. / Maryland area personal injury a attorney Walter E. Laake, Jr. to discuss your case.

Workplace Injuries

Every employer has a legal responsibility to maintain a safe workplace and to protect workers from injury. Even if you are injured in a workplace accident that is totally your fault, your employer is still required to pay for medical bills and lost wages. If your employer has violated any of these workers’ compensation laws, Washington D.C. / Maryland area personal injury lawyer Walter E. Laake, Jr. can help you receive the care and remuneration you deserve.

If you have been injured in a workplace accident that is the result of the negligence or unlawful action of someone unconnected with your employer, you are entitled to workers’ compensation, and you may also file suit against the responsible party. This is called a third party action. In a third party action, Washington D.C. / Maryland area personal injury attorney Walter E. Laake, Jr. can help you receive compensation for your pain and suffering in addition to the workers’ compensation benefits for medical bills and lost wages that your employer must provide.

If you have been injured in a workplace accident, you can benefit from the experienced, competent representation of Maryland/Washington D.C. area personal injury lawyer Walter E. Laake, Jr. Contact our office today to speak with someone about your case.

Sexual Harassment

Unwanted sexual advances, improper behavior, or a hostile work environment can cause psychological stress and contribute to diminished job performance and lost wages. Maryland / Washington D.C. area personal injury attorney Walter E. Laake, Jr. can competently handle your sexual harassment case and ensure that you receive the full compensation to which you are entitled.

Nursing Home Abuse

Working in a nursing home or assisted care facility can be a very stressful and demanding occupation. Unfortunately, abuse or negligence on the part of some employees who succumb to this pressure is not uncommon. If you suspect that you or a loved one has been harmed as a result of nursing home abuse or negligence, Maryland / Washington D.C. area personal injury lawyer Walter E. Laake, Jr. can help. In most cases, the management of the nursing home can be held accountable for the actions of its employees, and you can receive compensation for you or a loved one’s suffering.

Federal Tort Claims

In a federal tort claim, choosing an attorney who has experience handling this type of case is of the utmost importance. Many attorneys prefer not to handle federal tort claims, and others are not familiar with the procedural requirements. Maryland / Washington D.C. area personal injury attorney Walter E. Laake, Jr. has been practicing law for more than 30 years, and has extensive experience handling federal tort cases. If you have been injured by a government employee, you need the federal tort claim expertise of Mr. Laake on your side. Contact our office today to speak with someone about your case.

Playground Injuries

If your child has been injured while playing on equipment you believe to be unsafe, or while under the supervision of parties you believe to have been negligent, you may be entitled to compensation. Washington D.C. / Maryland area personal injury attorney Walter E. Laake, Jr. has experience handling these types of cases, and can help determine the responsible parties and obtain the compensation to which you are entitled.

Wrongful Death

Nothing is more physically, mentally, emotionally, and economically taxing than the untimely death of a loved one. No amount of money can return a friend or family member, but it can help survivors cope with the medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering these events can cause. If you have lost a loved one, and believe his or her death was the result of the negligence or unlawful action of another, contact Washington D.C. / Maryland area personal injury attorney Walter E. Laake, Jr. today.

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