Michael J. Gopin of the Law Offices of Michael J. Gopin, P.C. has built a qualified law firm that offers many services for clients in the El Paso, Texas area. Offering more than 20 years of legal experience, Gopin and his associates have become well-known in several practice areas within this personal injury law. While the concept of “personal injury” may seem broad to those who are unfamiliar or find themselves in a legal situation, this law firm strives to make the process much easier.

Those who live in or around the El Paso, Texas region and believe they are in a personal injury situation, should take a closer look at the following practice areas to see if their case is one for Gopin and his colleagues.

Car Accidents

Although most drivers take many precautions to avoid automobile accidents while on the road, the frequency of these collisions proves otherwise. According to the Law Offices of Michael J. Gopin, P.C. recent statistics reveal that in the state of Texas one person was killed every two hours and 32 minutes as a result of a car accident. Even more alarming, the rate of injury per person is suspected to have occurred every two minutes and 10 seconds. If a car accident occurs along with personal injury, it is important for those involved to make sure they do not become victims of the situation. All too often, individuals let the insurance companies decide how much compensation they receive for damages—amounts that are typically not enough to cover the collective costs.

Those who feel they deserve more appropriate compensation after the result of an automobile accident—whether it occurs on a highway, in a rear-end collision or is a rollover accident—should contact this law firm for a free consultation. With the right representation, victims of auto accidents may have the ability to take on the insurance providers that are involved with the situation.

Trucking Accidents

Trucking accidents are often incredibly severe for those involved—and are sometimes even fatal. The large size of these vehicles can pose a serious threat to motorists who are in the vicinity of an accident. Often, victims of 18-wheeler highway accidents will endure a force that is 30 times more than what the average automobile would deliver. This sheer power could lead to serious brain or spinal cord injuries.

If one suspects that a personal injury was the result of driver negligence, they should contact a qualified attorney as soon as possible. With the right evidence and reports, many will discover that a traumatic trucking accident was caused by a driver’s fatigue, speed, distraction or improper load. If this is the case, individuals may justify compensation from the trucking company, truck owner and associated insurance providers.

Motorcycle Accidents

Despite driving regulations, the lack of protection and stability of a motorcycle may leave many riders in a severe state of injury if they are hit by a motorist. Although many drivers may feel like they are not at fault in motorcycle accidents, it may prove that they were the cause of the accident due to negligence. If this proves true or is suspected as the cause, injured motorcyclists must seek legal counsel before they accept any compensation from a filed insurance claim. The Law Offices of Michael J. Gopin, P.C. offer the skills and the know-how to help motorcyclists and their loved ones receive appropriate compensation for injury or wrongful death.

Slip and Fall

Although a slip or fall may seem like a self-caused accident, chances are that if the accident occurred on another person’s property, it was not the victim’s fault. Slip and fall incidents that occur on commercial properties or those owned by others typically fall under the category of premises liability. This means that the owner of the property was negligent about safety codes, maintenance or dangerous stairways and thus was at fault for causing the victim’s personal injury. These situations may include head or back injury or damage to bones; more severe cases may even result in fatality.

Gopin and his firm are known for pursuing these cases passionately, allowing victims to receive proper compensation for the accident and any injury that may have occurred from it. However, it is important that any individual facing this situation reach out for legal consultation immediately, as the quicker action is taken, the more likely one will receive just reparation.

Michael J. Gopin Represents Dangerous Drug Cases

While the above practice areas are directly connected to physical accidents, personal injury does not always involve immediate harm caused to the victim as the result of negligence. For example, patients who trust a medication to treat or relieve a health issue sometimes find—much later on—that their use of the prescription drug caused extensive damage to the body.

Although medications prescribed in the United States must undergo arduous testing procedures before they are deemed safe for the public, drugs that are newer to the market may end up causing long-term damage that is not detected among patients until several years later. While these incidents often occur long after the medication was used, it is possible for the patient to seek proper compensation from the manufacturer with appropriate legal action.

While these dangerous drugs vary in purposes and side effects, many may find it surprising just how popular these medications were in the past. Why do these types of incidents occur so frequently? While these drug manufacturers are subject to intensive medical study requirements, many cut corners to release the medication to the market as soon as possible—thus impacting the overall profit that the company earns. Here are a few examples of harmful medications that may entitle a patient to monetary compensation:

• Accutane
• Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
• Avandia
• Birth control drugs
• Cox 2 Drugs
• Comfrey
• Denture cream
• Diet Drugs
• Ephedra
• Fosamax
• Oral Sodium Phosphate (OSP)
• Oxycontin
• Paxil (Paroxetine)
• PPA
• Prozac (Fluoxetine)
• Reglan
• Rezulin
• Serevent
• Zyprexa

Texas residents who believe they have incurred personal injury after taking these medications should contact the Law Offices of Michael J. Gopin, P.C. for more information and thorough consultation. While the incident may have occurred in the past, it is important for patients to take action against drug manufacturers to address negligence that may have affected numerous consumers. In addition to person harm caused by these medications, Michael J. Gopin and his associates are prepared to represent clients who believe they have experience personal injury or wrongful death of a loved one after the use of an approved medical device.