Ozzie FumoInjury Lawyer · Las Vegas

What happens next

Five steps, plain language.

The justice system is often a mystery to the people who find themselves in it. Here is exactly what happens after you call, no legal jargon.

01The process

What actually happens, step by step.

01
You call, and we talk.

A free conversation about what happened and what I think I can do for you. No pressure, no fee for this call. If it doesn't make sense to move forward, I'll tell you that too.

02
We investigate while the evidence is fresh.

Police reports, photos, witness statements, and anything time-sensitive — black box data, surveillance footage — gets preserved before it disappears.

03
You focus on getting better.

Your medical treatment matters more than the case. We track the records and the bills so you don't have to chase paperwork while you're recovering.

04
We negotiate with the insurance company.

Once your treatment picture is clear, we put together the full demand — medical costs, lost wages, and everything else — and negotiate for a fair number. Most cases resolve here.

05
If it doesn't settle fairly, we try it.

Thirty years trying cases in front of Nevada juries means the insurance company knows this isn't a bluff. Trial is the leverage that gets a fair number in the first place.

02Right now

A few things that actually help, today.

See a doctor, even if you feel okay.

Some injuries don't show symptoms right away, and a gap in treatment is exactly what an insurer will use against you later.

Keep what you have — photos, texts, the police report.

Don't worry about organizing it. Just don't delete or throw anything away. We'll sort it out together.

Be careful what you say to the other insurance company.

You don't owe them a recorded statement before you've talked to someone on your own side first.

03Straight answers

Common questions about the process.

How long does a case usually take?

It depends on your treatment and whether the case settles or goes to trial. We'll give you an honest read on timing once we know your specific situation.

Do I have to go to court?

Most cases settle without a trial. But being ready to try it, and having the trial record to back that up, is exactly what gets a fair settlement offer in the first place.

How long do I have to file a claim in Nevada?

Generally two years from the date of the accident for personal injury, three years if it's property damage only. Waiting costs you evidence, not just time.

Do I pay anything up front?

No. You pay nothing unless we recover for you.

04Let's talk

Tell me what happened.

(702) 474-7554

Office hours, plus urgent calls after hours. If it cannot wait, call anyway and say so.

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601 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, Nevada 89101-6623
Ozzie@Fumolaw.com

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