Jim Desmond – Car Accident Lawyer Near Me: Local Personal Injury & Auto Wreck Attorney

You Call, I Answer!

A Hands-On Approach That Gets Results

When it comes to car wreck cases, I believe in doing things the right way—personally, hands-on, and without delay. That approach isn’t just old-school; it’s the most effective way I know to expedite and maximize a personal injury claim.

You Call My Cell Phone. You Get Me.

When you call, you don’t get a receptionist, a paralegal, or a case manager.
You get me—Attorney Jim Desmond.
Yes, that means I’ve answered my phone for clients while at airports, in other countries, and even at Disney World. If you’re my client, you have direct access to me. Period.
During that very first call, if possible, I immediately try to obtain the police report. Why? Because the police report tells me critical information fast—who the investigating officer believed was at fault, whether the other driver had insurance, and key details that help me evaluate your case right away. If I obtain it quickly, I’ll send you a copy electronically or drop one in the mail.
If I believe I can help you, we’ll schedule a meeting—either at my office or, if you prefer, at your home. In fact, I usually prefer to come to you. It keeps my clients from having to find my office, and it allows me to personally photograph the damaged vehicle.
And just to be clear—it’s me who shows up, not an investigator or case manager.

The First Meeting: Short, Focused, and Important

Our initial meeting typically takes about 25 minutes, but it’s one of the most important parts of your case. During that time, I explain exactly how I can help you, what to expect, and my game plan for handling your personal injury claim from start to finish. You’ll know where things are headed and why each step matters.

Just as important, it allows me to meet you face-to-face, answer your questions directly, and make sure you’re comfortable moving forward. I want my clients to be informed, confident, and never left guessing.

Immediate Action with the Insurance Companies

As soon as I return to my office, I put the insurance companies on notice of your claim. This step gets the property damage claim moving immediately and allows me to identify all available insurance coverage—including coverage that may apply to your medical bills or situations involving uninsured or underinsured drivers.

Early action matters. Waiting costs time, leverage, and sometimes money.

Emergency Room Bills: A Key Driver of Your Case Value

If you went to the Emergency Room, I request those records and bills immediately. This step is critical, and it’s one many attorneys fail to act on early.

Here’s why it matters: larger-than-average Emergency Room bills often help move a claim along faster with the liability insurance carrier and can significantly increase the value of your personal injury claim. Insurance companies take cases more seriously when there is documented, objective medical treatment right out of the gate. Waiting weeks or months to gather these records only slows things down and weakens leverage.

By requesting those ER records and bills right away, I can present a stronger, more complete claim early on—one that insurance adjusters can’t ignore or minimize. That early momentum often leads to faster resolutions and better results for my clients.

This is The Desmond Difference.
Direct access. Personal service. Immediate action.

If you’ve been injured in a car or motorcycle wreck, you deserve a lawyer who is involved from day one—not someone managing your case from a distance. When you hire me, I handle your case personally, every step of the way.