When serious injuries happen, lives change instantly. Medical bills rise. Work stops. Families suffer. Insurance companies act fast – often to protect themselves, not you.
DKB Lawyers represents victims of catastrophic injuries and wrongful death with aggressive, strategic, and results-focused legal advocacy.
Personal Injury by the Numbers
Understanding the scope of injury cases in the United States highlights why strong legal representation matters:
Key Statistics
- Over 39,000+ fatal motor vehicle crashes occur annually in the U.S.
- Millions of Americans visit emergency rooms each year due to preventable injuries.
- The average economic cost of a disabling injury can exceed hundreds of thousands of dollars when including:
- Hospitalization
- Lost income
- Long-term rehabilitation
- Home modification
- Ongoing medical care
Why This Matters
Insurance companies rely on:
- Recorded statements
- Delayed treatment arguments
- Disputed liability claims
- Quick low settlement offers
Without experienced legal representation, victims often recover significantly less than they deserve.
Our Core Practice Areas
Catastrophic Injury
Catastrophic injuries permanently alter a person’s life. These may include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Severe burns
- Amputations
- Permanent disability
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car, motorcycle, truck, and commercial vehicle collisions remain one of the leading causes of serious injury.
Common Causes:
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Failure to yield
- Commercial driver fatigue
Important Legal Insight:
In serious crash cases, evidence must be preserved quickly:
- Black box data
- Surveillance footage
- Witness statements
- Accident reconstruction reports
Early legal involvement can protect critical evidence.
Wrongful Death Claims
When negligence results in loss of life, families may pursue a wrongful death claim.
Recoverable damages may include:
- Funeral expenses
- Medical costs before death
- Loss of financial support
- Loss of companionship
- Emotional suffering
What Determines Case Value?
Every injury case is unique, but compensation is typically influenced by:
- Severity of injury
- Long-term disability
- Lost earning capacity
- Medical documentation
- Liability clarity
- Insurance coverage limits
Economic vs Non-Economic Damages
| Economic Damages | Non-Economic Damages |
| Medical bills | Pain and suffering |
| Lost wages | Emotional distress |
| Future care | Loss of enjoyment of life |
| Property damage | Loss of companionship |
A strategic legal team ensures no category is overlooked.
The Insurance Company Strategy
Insurance companies are profit-driven businesses.
Common tactics include:
- Offering quick settlements before full diagnosis
- Arguing pre-existing conditions
- Minimizing long-term care projections
- Shifting partial blame to victims
An experienced injury attorney understands these strategies and counters them with evidence, medical experts, and financial projections.
Why Strong Evidence Wins Cases
High-value injury cases rely on:
- Expert medical testimony
- Accident reconstruction specialists
- Economic loss analysis
- Life-care planning reports
- Vocational experts
The Litigation Advantage
Many cases settle – but strong settlements often happen when the opposing side knows the firm is ready for trial.
Trial readiness:
- Increases negotiation leverage
- Signals seriousness
- Demonstrates preparation
- Reduces lowball offers
Insurance companies calculate risk. A prepared law firm increases that risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a claim?
Each state has a statute of limitations. Acting quickly preserves your rights and strengthens evidence.
How much does it cost to hire an injury lawyer?
Most personal injury cases operate on a contingency fee basis – meaning no fees unless compensation is recovered.
Should I talk to the insurance adjuster?
It is generally advisable to consult with an attorney before giving recorded statements.
Client-Focused Approach
DKB Lawyers prioritizes:
- Direct attorney communication
- Clear case updates
- Transparent strategy discussions
- Aggressive negotiation
- Courtroom readiness
In serious injury cases, legal representation must be strategic, prepared, and relentless.
Kohan & Bablove Injury Attorneys was founded by three former defense attorneys who were tired of helping insurance companies and big corporations save money by paying the least amount possible to resolve claims. We wanted to open a law firm where we could use our years of experience handling the toughest and largest claims to benefit the individual. Each of us were tired of being cogs in the wheel that focused on paying the least amount possible to injured persons regardless of injuries or the validity of their claims.
