PERSONAL INJURY LAW

Personal injury law involves civil law cases designed to obtain compensation for injury to your person.

The law recognizes the importance of an individual's health and safety, and is the primary vehicle to resolve personal injury issues. The law protects those who have been injured in an automobile accident, in a building owned by another party or by a defective product.

It also covered those who have been exposed to toxics substances, such as asbestos, and those accused of committing such acts. Often, insurance covers the problems and issues relating to the health and well being of an individual.

Some people find difficulty in attempting to recover for claims from insurance companies, and need legal assistance. This is especially true for complex cases, such as those involving medical negligence.

The main concerns in a personal injury case are negligence and liability. Before you can collect an award, your attorney will have to prove that the defendant is liable. To prove liability, the attorney must establish negligence.

If there is a failure to exercise reasonable care to prevent injury or damage then there may be negligence. Once liability and negligence have been established, the judge or the jury may award money to compensate for medical costs, lost wages and lost future earnings as well as for pain and suffering.

Basic Elements of Most Personal Injury Matters

Personal injuries happen in a variety of situations, but some basic principles apply:

Proof that the person was careless or negligent

Their negligence caused the accident

The accident caused the injuries

What is Your Personal Injury Case Worth?

How much your personal injury case is worth depends on a number of factors, including:

Severity of the injuries

Amount of medical bills

Pain and suffering

How the injuries have affected your ability to work

How the injuries have affected your lifestyle

Your age

Your future medical prognosis

Any pre-existing injuries

How to Help Your Personal Injury Claim

Document the facts of your injury

Collect physical evidence and take photos

Keep all your medical records and receipts

Locate witnesses

Common Types of Personal Injury Matters

Automobile accidents: failure to yield, drunk drivers, etc.

Product liability: defective or dangerous products causing injury

Premises liability: injury occurring on property of another person

Medical negligence: patient injured by a health care provider

Construction accidents: employee injured on a construction site

Animal attacks: attacked by an animal with a vicious propensity

If you or a loved one have been injured, you should speak to an attorney immediately to learn more about preserving your rights and remedies.