When you’re injured in an accident, you might consider hiring a personal injury lawyer to manage your claim. But what types of injuries can a personal injury lawyer handle?
Personal injury law, often referred to as “Accident and Injury Law,” includes a variety of incidents such as slip and falls, and vehicle accidents involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, bicycles, airplanes, cruise ships, buses, amusement parks, and ATVs. It also covers incidents involving drunk or distracted drivers, dog bites, medical malpractice, defective products, worker’s compensation, and nursing home abuse. Victims can suffer from injuries like broken bones, scars, bruises, paralysis, amputations, brain and spinal injuries, eye injuries, or even death.
Financial Compensation for Injuries
The purpose of personal injury law is to restore the injured person’s condition to what it would have been if the accident had not occurred. Courts aim to provide financial compensation for the injuries sustained. This compensation can cover lost wages, medical expenses, funeral costs, and pain and suffering. In cases where the responsible party’s actions were particularly harmful, punitive damages might be awarded.
As you focus on emergency medical treatment and therapeutic care, your personal injury attorney ensures your legal rights are protected. They act as a buffer between you and those who might disrupt your recovery or peace of mind.
During your personal injury case, you can expect the following:
- Hospital administrators will want to know how you plan to cover your medical bills.
- If you were in a car accident, the investigating officer will seek answers from you.
- Your insurance company will need your statement to determine if they owe you PIP benefits and if they are liable for the other driver’s damages.
- The other driver’s insurance company will want your account to see if they can avoid paying you anything.
- If you fell on someone’s property, the property owner’s insurance company will inquire about the incident.
- If you were injured at work, your HR department and boss will have questions.
Although you might handle these issues yourself, the stakes are too high to navigate alone. During the confusing post-accident period, your personal injury lawyer steps in to manage these matters on your behalf. As your legal representative, they ensure that inquiries are directed to them, allowing you to focus on your recovery. Your dedicated personal injury attorney remains vigilant from the moment you engage their services until your case is settled.
Compensation for Families
Family members of injured individuals can also seek financial compensation for their own losses due to the injury. If the injured person dies, their family can claim for losses similar to those the injured person would have claimed.
Establishing Negligence
Most personal injury cases are based on negligence, requiring proof that the injuries resulted from another party’s actions or inactions. To establish negligence, the injured party must show:
- The defendant owed a duty to the injured person.
- The defendant’s actions or inactions were unreasonable and caused the injuries.
- The injured person suffered injuries that warrant compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I’m injured in a car accident? First, ensure everyone’s safety and call 911. Get medical assistance and have the police document the scene. If needed, contact a personal injury attorney who can send an investigator to collect evidence and interview witnesses. Keep emergency contact information in your phone, take photos of the accident scene, and gather witness and driver information. Report the accident to your insurance company.
Do I need to sue my employer if I’m injured at work? In most cases, suing your employer is unnecessary. The worker’s compensation system typically covers medical bills, lost wages, and disability claims.
Our team is known for its exceptional work ethic and compassionate approach, earning the respect of both current and former clients.
We firmly believe that you shouldn’t bear the financial burden caused by another’s negligence, whether it be a driver, property owner, manufacturer, or employer. Our mission is to secure maximum compensation for injury victims through personal injury lawsuits. We invite you to review some of our settlements, including a $3.2 million auto accident settlement.
At Howard Injury Law, we handle over 13 injury case types and we understand that every personal injury claim is unique. Rest assured, our team will tirelessly advocate for you to achieve a settlement that truly reflects your losses. We will keep you informed throughout the process as we work towards a successful resolution.
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