Areas Of Practice
Personal Injury
Personal injury law addresses the rights of an individual who has suffered injuries, damages or death due to the negligence and actions of someone else. In Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois, the rights of the injured victim are recognized to permit recovery of damages and compensation from the party who caused the injury to pay for your losses as a result of negligence.

Auto Accidents

Trips, Slips, and Falls

Wrongful Death

TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)

Semi-Trailer/Truck Collisions

Motorcycle Injuries

Construction Site Injuries

Dog Bite Claims

Maritime and Jones Act Claims

Nursing Home Injuries

Four-Wheeler & ATV Injuries

Scarring/Disfigurement
Many injuries and accidents can leave you with visible scars and disfigurement. This physical change to your body can present daunting obstacles and even alter your lifestyle completely. A personal injury claim can include a wide variety of losses, struggles, and suffering that come from scarring and disfigurement. You’re entitled to gain compensation for these physical memories and the distress they cause.

Criminal Law
If you’ve been arrested, charged or cited with a crime or traffic offense, you may be facing serious consequences. Being convicted of a crime or losing your license can have a devastating effect on your family, your employment, your ability to secure a place to live, and potentially your freedom. A criminal conviction can lead to a lifelong consequences, permanent criminal record or other devastating consequences.

Family Law
If your family is having a crisis or in need of legal help, Hatfield Law in Evansville, Indiana provides strong yet compassionate representation in all areas of family law. Hatfield Law has experienced trial lawyers who are ready to fight for you in court if necessary. We will aggressively advocate for your interests in a contested divorce, marital property dispute or any other family law case.

Expungements
A criminal charge creates not only personal stress, but it can also hamper your ability to be successful in the future. Expungement might be a way to clean your slate and allow you a fresh start on life.