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Injured in Bangor? Put 50+ Years of Experience on Your Side

If someone else’s carelessness caused your injuries, a personal injury lawyer in the Bangor area can protect your rights, handle the insurance companies, and pursue the compensation you may be entitled to receive. At Lowry Law, we have over 5 decades of combined experience successfully advocating for injured clients, helping them move forward with skilled, personalized legal representation. Get started today with a free, no-obligation consultation.

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Personal Injury Lawyer in Bangor, ME

Each personal injury lawyer at Lowry Law’s Bangor office is committed to serving the Greater Bangor community with compassion, integrity, and dedicated legal advocacy. Our lead attorney James C. Beardsley even called Bangor home for more than 15 years, giving him a firsthand understanding of the community and the people who live here. We aren’t just attorneys—we’re your neighbors, and we believe everyone injured due to someone else’s negligence deserves the opportunity to pursue the compensation they need to rebuild their lives.

You may be worried about mounting medical bills, missed time at work, or how your injury will affect your future, but you don’t have to face those challenges alone. If you’re looking for a personal injury lawyer in Bangor, Lowry Law is here to provide the experienced legal representation you deserve. Since 1971, we’ve helped injured Mainers navigate the legal process with personalized guidance, responsive communication, and a commitment to pursuing the best possible outcome in every case. From investigating your accident and dealing with insurance companies to preparing your case for trial if necessary, we’ll be by your side every step of the way so you can focus on what matters most—your recovery.

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We will work with you to make it as easy as possible to seek the compensation you may be owed. We take care of the work so you can focus on your recovery!

You Deserve Compensation

When you suffer serious injuries due to another person’s carelessness, you deserve compensation. We will help you pursue the money you may be entitled to.

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Why You Need a Bangor Injury Attorney on Your Side

After a serious accident, it can be difficult to focus on your recovery while also dealing with insurance adjusters, medical bills, lost income, and legal deadlines. Insurance companies often look for ways to reduce or deny claims, especially when liability is disputed or injuries are severe. Having an experienced legal team allows you to level the playing field.

A personal injury attorney in Bangor can:

  • Investigate how the accident happened
  • Preserve important evidence before it disappears
  • Identify all responsible parties
  • Calculate the full potential value of your current and future losses
  • Negotiate aggressively with insurance companies
  • Pursue the maximum compensation available
  • Prepare your case for trial if a fair settlement can’t be reached

At Lowry Law, our attorneys know how Maine personal injury claims work, how insurers evaluate cases, and what evidence is needed to build a strong claim. From the beginning of your case until it’s resolved, we handle the legal work so you can focus on healing.

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Why Bangor Residents Trust Lowry Law

Choosing the right attorney after an injury is an important decision. You deserve a dedicated legal team that has the experience to handle complex cases while providing the personal attention and support you need throughout the process. At Lowry Law, we’ve proudly served injured Mainers since 1971, combining over 5 decades of legal experience with compassionate, attorney-led representation.

Injury victims throughout the Bangor area and Penobscot County trust us because we offer:

  • 50+ years of combined experience: Since 1971, Lowry Law has helped our Bangor neighbors pursue justice after serious accidents.
  • Local lawyers you can count on: From our office on Columbia Street, we’re proud to serve clients throughout Greater Bangor and Penobscot County.
  • Personalized, attorney-led representation: You’ll work directly with qualified attorneys who take the time to understand your injuries, answer your questions, and develop a strategy tailored to your case.
  • Resources to handle serious injury claims: Whether you’ve suffered minor injuries or are facing long-term medical treatment, we have the experience and resources to build strong, evidence-backed claims.
  • Protecting clients from unfair insurance tactics: Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts. We know their tactics and aggressively negotiate for full and fair compensation.
  • Strong trial preparation: While many cases settle, we prepare every claim as if it could go to trial. Thorough preparation often leads to stronger settlement negotiations and positions us to advocate effectively in court if necessary.
  • Clear, responsive communication: We keep you informed throughout your case so you always know what to expect and where your claim stands.
  • No upfront costs: With our transparent contingency fee representation, you only pay if we successfully recover compensation on your behalf.

You deserve more than a one-size-fits-all approach. At Lowry Law, you’ll work directly with Bangor area injury lawyers who will take the time to understand what you’ve been through and build a strategy around your goals. Reach out to our Bangor office today to learn how we can help during a free consultation.

Cases We Handle in Bangor, ME

Our Bangor, ME, injury law firm handles a wide variety of personal injury cases, and we can help you recover compensation for accidents such as:

Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Wrongful Death
Dog Bites

 

If you’ve been hurt in Bangor, contact us today to get cost-free legal advice.

We Get the RESULTS You Need After an Accident

$1,000,000.00

Pedestrian Accident

$920,000.00

Car Accident

$900,000.00

Motorcycle Accident

$800,000.00

Truck Accident

$575,000.00

Premises Liability

$500,000.00

Dangerous Premises

$400,000.00

Dog Bite

$400,000.00

Motorcycle Accident

$350,000.00

Car Accident

$350,000.00

Motorcycle Accident

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Damages You May Recover in a Bangor Injury Claim

If someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, Maine law allows you to seek compensation for the financial and personal losses you’ve suffered. Generally, personal injury damages fall into 2 main categories:

Economic damages compensate you for the financial losses resulting from your injury, including:

  • Past and future medical expenses: The cost of emergency care, doctor visits, ongoing treatment, and any medical care you are expected to need in the future.
  • Lost wages from missed work: Income you were unable to earn while recovering from your injuries.
  • Reduced future earning capacity: Compensation if your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job or limit your ability to earn the same income in the future.
  • Property damage: The cost to repair or replace personal property damaged in the accident.

Non-economic damages compensate you for the personal and emotional effects of an injury and how it has changed your quality of life. These damages may include:

  • Pain and suffering: Compensation for the physical pain, discomfort, and limitations caused by your injuries.
  • Emotional distress: The psychological effects of the accident, such as anxiety, depression, fear, or emotional trauma.
  • Loss of enjoyment of life: Compensation if your injuries prevent you from participating in hobbies, recreational activities, or other aspects of life you once enjoyed.
  • Loss of consortium: Compensation for the negative impact an injury has on a marital relationship, including the loss of companionship, support, or affection.

 

How Much Can You Recover?

There’s no average settlement that applies to every personal injury case. The value of your claim depends on factors such as:

  • The severity of your injuries
  • The cost of your medical care
  • Time missed from work
  • Long-term disabilities or chronic pain
  • Available insurance coverage
  • The strength of the evidence proving fault

Because every case is different, it’s important not to rely on online settlement calculators or early insurance offers. An attorney can evaluate the full impact of your injuries and help determine what fair compensation may look like in your situation.

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How to Establish Liability for Your Injuries

To recover compensation in a personal injury claim, you must show that another party’s negligence caused your injuries. This requires proving 4 elements:

  1. Duty of Care: The responsible party owed you a legal duty to act with reasonable care.
  2. Breach of Duty: The responsible party failed to meet that duty.
  3. Causation: Their negligent conduct directly caused your injuries.
  4. Damages: You suffered actual losses, such as medical expenses, lost income, or pain and suffering.

Evidence That Can Support Your Case

Strong evidence can help establish how the accident happened, who was responsible, and the full extent of your injuries and financial losses. The more documentation available, the better positioned you and your attorney will be to negotiate with insurance companies and present a compelling case.

Supporting evidence often includes:

  • Police or accident reports
  • Medical records
  • Photographs and videos
  • Witness statements
  • Surveillance footage
  • Expert testimony
  • Employment records documenting lost wages
  • Cell phone or vehicle data when applicable

The sooner an attorney begins investigating your case, the better the chance of preserving critical evidence.

What If You Were Partially Responsible?

Maine follows a modified comparative negligence rule. Under this rule, you may still recover compensation if you were not more than 50% responsible for the accident. However, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.

Insurance companies may try to argue that you share responsibility to reduce the amount they have to pay. Our attorneys know how to challenge these tactics with strong evidence and thorough case preparation.

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Throughout the duration of my case, everyone I have dealt with in your firm has been very kind, courteous and very helpful.  My lawyer did not give up and fought for what was rightfully owed to me, even though the process was timely.  I am 100% percent satisfied with the service I was provided with.  The case went smooth, and I was always treated with respect and courtesy.  I thought I wouldn’t have been treated so well being a younger client!

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Statute of Limitations in Bangor Personal Injury Lawsuits

Maine law generally allows you 6 years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, exceptions may apply that could shorten this deadline, depending on the details of your case. Certain claims may have different filing requirements and stricter time limits, sometimes as short as 30 days. That’s why it’s important to contact an injury lawyer as soon as possible to protect your right to compensation.

What Should I Do After an Injury?

The actions you take in the hours and days following an accident can have a significant impact on both your health and your personal injury claim. If possible, you should:

Your health should always come first. Even if your injuries seem minor, it’s important to seek prompt medical care. Some injuries (like concussions, internal bleeding, and soft tissue injuries) may not show symptoms immediately. Waiting too long to see a doctor can delay your recovery and give insurance companies an opportunity to argue that your injuries were unrelated to the accident or not as serious as you claim. Prompt treatment also creates medical records that connect your injuries to the accident.

An official report can provide valuable evidence for your claim.

Pictures of hazardous conditions, property damage, visible injuries, and the surrounding area can help support your claim.

Independent witnesses may provide valuable statements that support your version of events if liability is disputed.

Keep records of your medical treatment, missed work, repair estimates, and any expenses related to your injury.

Insurance companies may review your social media accounts and attempt to use your posts or photos to challenge your claim.

You may be asked to provide a recorded statement or accept a quick settlement before you fully understand the extent of your injuries. Consider speaking with an attorney first.

An attorney can evaluate your claim, explain your legal options, and help ensure you don’t settle for less than your case may be worth.

 

What to Expect After Putting Your Case in Our Hands

When you hire Lowry Law, you can focus on your recovery while we handle the legal details. Our team will investigate your accident, gather evidence, communicate with insurance companies, calculate the full value of your damages, and keep you informed throughout the process. Whether your case is resolved through settlement negotiations or requires litigation, we’ll advocate for your best interests every step of the way and work to pursue the maximum compensation available under Maine law.

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Our Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys in Bangor

Attorney James C. Beardsley of Lowry Law

Attorney James C. Beardsley

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Attorney Mary K. Larsen

Attorney Mary K. Larsen

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Attorney Ashley H. Winslow

Attorney Ashley H. Winslow

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Attorney Colin Reilly

Attorney Colin B. Reilly

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Attorney Jacquelynn “Jay” Bedigan

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Bangor Personal Injury FAQs

If someone else’s negligence caused your injuries and you’ve incurred medical bills, lost income, or other significant losses, pursuing a personal injury claim may be worthwhile. A lawyer can evaluate the strength of your case, estimate its potential value, and help you determine whether taking legal action is in your best interests.

It’s best to contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after an accident. This allows your attorney to preserve evidence, speak with witnesses, handle communications with insurance companies, and ensure important deadlines are met while you focus on your recovery.

Every personal injury case is different, so there’s no set timeline. Straightforward claims may be resolved in a matter of months, while cases involving serious injuries, disputed liability, or litigation can take a year or longer. An attorney can provide a better estimate after reviewing the facts of your case.

Many personal injury cases involve disputed liability, complicated insurance issues, or damages that are difficult to calculate without legal experience. A Greater Bangor personal injury lawyer can protect your rights, gather evidence, negotiate with insurers, and pursue the full compensation you may be entitled to recover.

Lowry Law handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay no upfront costs, and we only get paid if we successfully recover compensation for you.

Not without understanding the full value of your claim. Initial settlement offers are often made before the full extent of your injuries and future medical needs are known. Once you accept a settlement, you generally can’t seek additional compensation later.

You may still be able to recover compensation under Maine’s modified comparative negligence law. As long as you are not more than 50% responsible for the accident, your compensation may still be available, although it will be reduced by your percentage of fault.

Most personal injury claims settle before reaching trial, but every case is different. At Lowry Law, we prepare every case as though it could go before a jury, which often strengthens our position during settlement negotiations while ensuring we’re ready if litigation becomes necessary.

It Costs Nothing to Get Started With Our Bangor Personal Injury Lawyers

If you or someone you love has been injured because of another person’s negligence, you don’t have to face the legal process alone. Lowry Law has been helping our injured neighbors seek justice since 1971, and we’re proud to serve clients in the Greater Bangor area and Penobscot County from our office on Columbia Street.

We offer free consultations, personalized attorney-led representation, and contingency fee representation, so you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Contact our Bangor personal injury lawyers today to discuss your case and learn how we can help you move forward.

Our Bangor Law Office

 

15 Columbia Street, #302
Bangor, ME 04401

Phone: (207) 888-4622

Office Hours:

8:30 AM–5:15 PM

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