Personal Injury Lawyer Jacksonville NC

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As former insurance defense lawyers for one of North Carolina’s largest law firms, our attorneys bring everything they learned on the insurance company’s side of the case, to your side of the case.
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Learn about the injury cases we bring our A-game to. From catastrophic auto accidents to dangerous rental properties and work environments, we’ve seen and handled it all.
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“As these cases go, you’ve got to go in with a certain level of patience and understanding. You’re giving it to your lawyer so that you can focus on your own recovery and your own life.”

-Mark

“At the end of the day, I felt like this accident was taking over my life and all of my mind space, and I didn’t want that. I just wanted to get along with the rest of my life.”

-Annukka

“You have to find the lawyer who will stand up for you when you can’t stand up for yourself.”

-Andrea
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We’ve recovered millions for our clients. No amount of money can undo a life changing injury. Our mission is to make sure you don’t suffer financially.

$38,239,292

Jury Verdict

Negligent design of roadway case against NC DOT and motorist that resulted in catastrophic injuries.

$8,000,000

Trucking Collision

Distracted driving that resulted in orthopedic injuries.

$3,000,000

Burn Injury

Judgment in severe third degree burn injury case.

$1,200,000

Burn Injury

Facial burns from chemical spill resulting in permanent injuries.

$1,150,000

Confidential Settlement

$650,000

Improper Residential Installation

Improper installation of residential refrigerator that caused orthopedic injuries.

$600,000

Bike Accident

Cyclist struck by underinsured motorist.

$600,000

Rear End Collision

Rear end collision that resulted in our client suffering a back injury that required surgery.

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About Us

As former insurance defense lawyers for one of North Carolina’s largest law firms, Nick and Devlin bring everything they learned on the insurance company’s side of the case to your side of the case. We founded Horton & Mendez to put our knowledge to work for you instead. Our familiarity with the insurance companies’ tactics helps us prevent clients from settling their personal injury claims for less than they deserve. After an accident, let our team of Wilmington injury attorneys handle the insurance company. We provide a tailored approach to each case. Whether it’s a car accident or workers’ compensation claim, our personal injury attorneys are dedicated to understanding your case and treating you as if you were our only client.

Awards & Recognitions

Nationally Recognized, Locally Focused

Our Firm Values

Big Firm Experience, Small Firm Touch

Once we decided representing the insurance companies wasn’t for us, we turned our focus toward serving individuals like you. We value the one-to-one relationships we make with our clients. We’re not a huge firm that will shuffle your case around between attorneys who don’t know your story. With us, it’s truly personal.

We Will Outwork the Other Side

Preparation is half the battle. We believe that each case is won or lost long before entering the courtroom. Our attorneys will outwork the other side and understand that preparation is the key to success.

We Will Go the Distance.

With our background defending insurance companies in the past, we know how to prepare for their arguments — and their tricks. Our knowledge has helped us build stronger cases and aim for bigger verdicts. You can trust us to go to trial if necessary with all the tools to be your fiercest advocate in court.

100% Personal Injury, 100% of the Time

Standing up for the injured is what we’re proud to do. We want to help you and your family move forward from the unimaginable losses you suffered. As exclusively plaintiff’s lawyers, you can feel confident your rights as a personal injury victim will be upheld as we go after all the damages you could be owed.

Nick Mendez

Working With Us Is Easy

Horton & Mendez is a full-service law firm that works hard on your behalf so you can focus on your recovery. Below is how a case typically unfolds.

The Accident

01
The Accident

Unfortunately, accidents happen. Get medical attention right away and call our firm as soon as you’re able.

Hiring Us

02
Hiring Us

Schedule a free, confidential consultation with us. We’ll present your legal options and our case strategy.

Building Your Case

03
Building Your Case

We get to work immediately after we’re hired. We leave no stone unturned in getting relevant info.

Settlement Negotiations

04
Settlement Negotiations

We’re skilled at obtaining out-of-court resolutions and aim to leave no money on the table.

Filing a Lawsuit

05
Filing a Lawsuit

Sometimes, a lawsuit is necessary to show the insurance company we’re serious about your case.

Discovery Process

06
Discovery Process

Both parties obtain and exchange important details through methods like interrogatories and depositions.

Mediation

07
Mediation

Most injury cases are ordered to be mediated before trial. We’ll be prepared for a successful mediation.

The Trial

08
The Trial

We are experienced trial lawyers. We prepare every case like it may go to court to set up for success.

01 - The Accident

Unfortunately, accidents happen. Get medical attention right away and call our firm as soon as you’re able.

02 - Hiring Us

Schedule a free, confidential consultation with us. We’ll present your legal options and our case strategy.

03 - Building Your Case

We get to work immediately after we’re hired. We leave no stone unturned in getting relevant info.

04 - Settlement Negotiations

We’re skilled at obtaining out-of-court resolutions and aim to leave no money on the table.

05 - Filing a Lawsuit

Sometimes, a lawsuit is necessary to show the insurance company we’re serious about your case.

06 - Discovery Process

Both parties obtain and exchange important details through methods like interrogatories and depositions.

07 - Mediation

Most injury cases are ordered to be mediated before trial. We’ll be prepared for a successful mediation.

08 - The Trial

We are experienced trial lawyers. We prepare every case like it may go to court to set up for success.

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Top-rated Jacksonville personal injury attorneys at Horton & Mendez provide premier legal representation and support to victims of accidents.

At Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys, our edge comes from our award-winning lawyers’ insider experience working at insurance companies. Devlin K. Horton and Nicholas B. Mendez’s extensive backgrounds equip our team with a more profound understanding of their tactics, helping us secure your claim’s maximum potential. Feel free to browse through the testimonials we’ve earned from our satisfied clients.

Here at Horton & Mendez, we recognize that every case requires a personalized approach. With a strong commitment to client care, our team is committed to providing clear communication and support throughout the overwhelming legal process.

Reach out to our Jacksonville, NC office at 910-405-7751. We are available to speak with you 24/7. You may also fill out our case evaluation form and we will be in touch right away.

Cases We Handle

Car accidents

Don’t let the insurance company tactics work on you. Get the representation you need and secure your compensation following a car accident in Jacksonville, NC.

Motorcycle accidents

Being the victim of a motorcycle accident can be costly. It can change your life in an instant. Our motorcycle accident attorneys in Jacksonville can help you so that you don’t have to bear the costs of an accident that someone else is to blame.

Truck accidents

When big trucks cause big injuries, you need a personal injury lawyer that’s able to handle a complex case. Our truck accident lawyers have years of experience and in-depth knowledge of commercial trucking claims.

Wrongful death

Even though insurance companies should do the right thing following a wrongful death, they still try to deny and minimize payments. Our law firm represents your interests in a wrongful death case, and we fight for justice after a fatal accident.

Workers’ compensation

Do you need medical care, replacement income, and other benefits following a workplace injury? You can have a law firm representing you. Our workers’ compensation lawyers in Jacksonville, NC advocate for injured employees.

Other cases we handle

If you don’t see your case listed here, please get in contact with us to discuss your situation.

We Represent Plaintiffs

Our personal injury attorneys serve victims and families of the injured in Jacksonville, NC. Whether you are a resident or you have been injured in our area, we can represent your interests. We’re former insurance defense lawyers and can anticipate what they do to fight your claim, and we know how to fight back.

With diverse experience, consistent client communication, and legal knowledge, we get results for injured victims and their families. Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys can handle your accident and injury claim. Let us be your advocate when skilled legal resources are what you need most.

Experience Matters

We’re prepared to fight for justice throughout all stages of your case.

The case

A personal injury case is a claim for compensation. When someone else is at fault for hurting someone, they should pay the victim. Fault is usually based on a lack of reasonable care that leads to an accident. To receive payment, the victim brings a case.

The representation

Our law firm knows what steps to take. But we also know how to strategize and fight the defense’s attempts to avoid liability. We represent our clients from the initial investigation through settlement negotiations and court. If you are first beginning your case, or you have already started, we can help.

The results

Ultimately, a personal injury case is about the compensation that a victim receives. You may choose to accept a settlement or go to trial. Building a strong case gets results. We’re ready to get results for you.

If you’ve been in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, it may be your first involvement in the legal system. But you can have experience on your side. You can have Horton & Mendez represent you throughout the personal injury case process.

Serious Injuries, Serious Representation

You can’t plan for how an unexpected injury changes your life. Your activities, family life, and work may have instantly changed. Now, you’re talking about medical care and healing. There are medical bills to worry about while you’re trying to heal.

You shouldn’t have to bear the financial expense of a personal injury. You should be compensated for your financial losses and paid for the personal cost of being an injury victim. The party responsible, or their insurance company should provide fair payment.

Getting the compensation that you deserve isn’t easy, but our law firm is here to make it easier.

We work on your behalf to prove your case. Then, we negotiate with the insurance company for a settlement, or we take your case to trial. With our years of experience directly with the insurance companies, we provide serious representation for victims with serious injuries.

Free consultations

It’s free to have a consultation with a Jacksonville personal injury lawyer at Horton & Mendez.

Let us evaluate your case and answer our questions. Meet our legal team and learn about how we provide representation at no cost to you. We can start representing you today. Call 910-405-7751 for your consultation.

Compensation for Personal Injury Accidents

Victims often ask: What is my personal injury case worth? What are they paying me for, exactly?

Personal injury compensation reflects the severity of the victim’s damages. Compensation may include:

Medical bills

Following the incident, you probably received emergency or urgent medical care. Costs for immediate medical care can be compensated, along with projected future medical care, mobility devices and supports, rehabilitation, prescription medications, and other health care costs.

Lost wages and income

An injured victim may be left unable to work. They may never fully return to their career. Compensation may reflect lost wages and long-term career changes resulting from injuries.

Property damage

To the extent your vehicle and other personal property have been damaged, you may include these losses in your legal claim.

Household expenses and related costs

An unexpected injury changes the family dynamic. The household may need help with maintaining the home or caring for children and other family members. These tangible losses may be identified and claimed.

Pain and suffering

Injuries are physically painful. Victims should be recognized for the pain and suffering that accompanies physical harm.

Emotional anguish

It can be hard to process how your life has changed and grieve how your life used to be. Emotional suffering is another important part of fully valuing a personal injury case.

Damaged lifestyle and life expectancy

Injuries often prevent victims from living life the way they did before the accident. When harm impacts the victim’s lifestyle or life expectancy, the law recognizes your right to compensation.

There are several things that impact compensation amounts, including the losses suffered by the victim and the strength of the legal case. We investigate and build your case. With our detailed approach, guided by our experience, we are well-suited to help you with any personal injury case.

Jacksonville Office Location and Directions

Address:

507 New Bridge St Unit 700

Jacksonville, NC 28540

Directions:

We are located on New Bridge St. between Warlick St. and North Bayshore Blvd in Jacksonville, NC. Parking is available on the street or in the lot behind the building. Nearby landmarks are the New Bridge Middle School and the Children’s Museum of Jacksonville.

Contact A Jacksonville, NC Personal Injury Lawyer Today

Personal injury victims often suffer not only serious physical pain but also emotional trauma, such as anxiety, depression, and even post-traumatic stress. Both of these severe consequences can linger long, affecting your quality of life and ability to work.

If you or a loved one is suffering from a personal injury in Jacksonville, NC, you need experienced legal guidance and support from Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys. Our compassionate attorneys are more than equipped to fight for your rights and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.

Call our Jacksonville, NC office at 910-405-7751 and begin your road to recovery with Horton & Mendez. Our office is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You may also message us and tell us about your case through our online form.

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