Accidental Shooting Lawyer

The Neese Law Firm has successfully represented accidental
gunshot victims. Gun accident cases can be very complex and costly. Choosing an
experienced firearm negligence attorney is a very important first step.

Injuries from Accidental Shootings

Whether the accidental gunshot comes from a rifle, handgun
or pistol, shotgun, or other firearm, gun accident victims often have very
expensive medical costs. Many cannot work for days, months, or even years. Some
victims suffer permanent injury, and, tragically, sometimes there is loss of
life.

Negligence as the Cause

Frequently, accidental shootings are the result of the
negligence of another person. The Neese Law Firm has represented victims who
were accidentally shot as a result of the careless handling a loaded firearm. As
responsible gun handlers know, you cannot assume that the safety is on and that
it will protect you. A loaded gun should never be pointed at another person.
Failure to follow these safety rules can be negligence and/or recklessness. Sometimes
these injuries happen in the context of hunting accidents. We have also seen
these injuries occur when a person is showing off a firearm to a victim who
then gets accidentally shot.

Product Defects

Accidental shootings also can be the result of a defect in
the design, manufacturing or warnings for a firearm that causes it to unexpectedly
discharge – even when there is no negligence on the part of the shooter. In
such cases, the firearm manufacturer or seller may be responsible for the
victim’s injuries.

Compensation for Gunshot Victims

What victims may not realize is that although the shooter
may not appear to have money to pay for the victim’s injuries, often there is
insurance coverage that may provide compensation for the shooter’s negligent
conduct. If the shooter has insurance on his or her home, that insurance may
provide coverage for an accidental shooting even when the shooting occurs away
from the shooter’s home. A board certified injury lawyer can help you through
these issues.

Contact the Neese Law Firm

If you or a loved one has been a gun accident victim,
contact a board certified lawyer at the Neese Law Firm to discuss your case.
There is no charge for an initial consultation, and you never have to pay us
anything unless we recover money for you.