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Mental Anguish & Emotional Distress

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After being involved in an accident, a significant amount of people suffer from a great deal of mental anguish and emotional distress. Cases involving car accidents, dog bites or other scenarios can trigger significant reactions in victims. Although these symptoms are not as obvious as severe physical injuries, it is still possible to pursue compensation for them.

With the help of a skilled Harrisburg personal injury attorney from Metzger Wickersham, you benefit from advocacy backed by years of experience and the resources of one of the most established firms in Pennsylvania.

Signs of Emotional Distress & Mental Anguish

Mental and emotional anguish may not always be detectable to outsiders, but it can cause great harm to those affected by it. Psychological and mental distress after an accident can take shape in many ways.

Common signs and symptoms are:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Apprehension
  • Terror / Fear
  • Flashbacks
  • Confusion
  • Humiliation
  • Sorrow / Grief
  • Shock
  • Stress
  • Reclusiveness

How to Sue for Emotional Distress

The Pennsylvania personal injury lawyers at Metzger Wickersham can evaluate your case to see if mental anguish and emotional distress may factor into your personal injury claim. With proper representation, you may be able to claim compensation for your suffering. Our firm has a large support staff, which enables us to devote a great deal of attention to the specifics of your accident, your injuries, and even your mental and emotional health following the incident.

Then, we can effectively communicate those factors to the appropriate parties and ensure that you are taken care of. Don't let insurance companies gloss over the mental and emotional effects of your accident. Pursue the compensation that is rightfully yours in the wake of a traumatic incident.

Contact Personal Injury Attorneys in Pennsylvania!

Our firm has a decades of legal experience and knowledge, not to mention a host of attorneys and professional staff ready to take on your case. With our help, you can expect quality representation, personal interactions, genuine care and concern, and a no-fee guarantee! If we don't win your case, you don't have to worry about paying a single legal fee.

Call us at (888) 286-2850 to begin a free case evaluation. If your injuries don't permit you to travel to one of our offices, we'll come to you!

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    - Diana B.
  • “Had a great experience with these awesome people. Their job was done promoting well and they got me way more than I could have imagined. I would Highly recommend.”

    - Michael C.
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  • “My experience with M&W was made very painless by [Attorney] Lori & [Paralegal] Judy from the Hbg office!”

    - Kenneth W.
  • “The lawyers at this office and their staff, Mr. [Attorney] DeVere and [Paralegal] Stephanie, his assistant, became the voice I didn’t have after the accident. They were my points of light.”

    - Ms. D. Lopez
  • “You guys were so easy to work with. There was no stress and the whole process was done in a timely manner. I would recommend Metzger Wickersham to everyone. Such a pleasure.”

    - Sharon B.
  • “Attorney Painter was simply amazing...My wife had been fighting SSI for over three years. Since working with Metzger Wickersham her stress and anxiety levels were 100% gone.”

    - Carlos B.
  • “Outstanding in every way no one has ever helped me more in my entire life like this firm. I highly recommend. Thank you very much.”

    - Gary K.

Why Choose Metzger Wickersham?

  • Client-Focused & Results Driven

    You are more than just a case number. At our firm, we treat our clients like family and ensure you get the recovery you deserve.

  • 24/7 Representation

    The minute you need us, we are here to help. When you can't visit us, we'll visit you, and when you need answers, we'll give you solutions.

  • Dedicated Team

    When you trust us with your case, you get a FULL team of dedicated and experienced attorneys working to solve your case.

  • Decades of Experience

    Our team has had our doors open for over 135 years and we have roots dating back to 1888.

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