November 19, 2024 | Personal injury

We go about our day to day lives without ever thinking of the possibility of being injured. However, accidents do happen and they can affect anyone. When you suffer a serious injury the consequences of your injuries go well beyond the physical. They will impact your finances and that of your loved ones. They may even have an impact on your day to day activities for the rest of your life. If your accident was a result of another person’s negligence, the law provides you with the opportunity to pursue compensation for the damages you have suffered. This is possible through a personal injury claim.

At High and Younes Attorneys, LLC, we’ve helped thousands of accident victims recover financial compensation for their damages. Below, we discuss some of the major types of personal injury cases we handle and why you should contact an attorney when injured.

Major Types of Personal Injury Cases

Personal injury law covers a wide variety of cases. While the circumstances of each case are unique, they can be broadly categorized into the following major types of cases.

• Motor vehicle accidents

These are some of the most common types of personal injury claims. Hundreds of thousands of motor vehicle accidents occur across the country every year. These accidents involve cars, motorcycles, trucks, bicycles and even pedestrians. Injuries resulting from these accidents range from a few bumps and bruises that take a few days to heal to catastrophic injuries with life altering consequences.

Motor vehicle accidents can have various causes including obstruction, poor road conditions, poor weather conditions, car defects or malfunctions, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and much more.

• Premise liability accidents

Property owners are responsible for ensuring that their properties are safe for guests. They can therefore be held liable for accidents that occur on their properties resulting from unsafe conditions. Accidents can occur as a result of hazards such as wet floors, inadequate lighting, poorly maintained walkways, lack of proper signage and more. Common accidents that are categorized under premise liability include slip and fall accidents, drowning in a swimming pool, falls from height and more.

When a property owner’s negligence leads to a person being injured on their premises, they may be held liable. These cases can occur in private homes, public spaces or workplaces.

• Medical malpractice

These cases occur when a patient suffers harm as a result of the negligence of a healthcare professional such as a nurse, doctor or technician. Some common claims in this category include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, improper treatment, birth injuries and medication mistakes.

These cases are complex and the consequences devastating. Proving negligence and establishing liability can be difficult without the help of an experienced legal professional.

• Product liability

These cases arise when a consumer is harmed by a defective product. Defects in products can arise as a result of a flaw in design, a manufacturing error or inadequate warning about the potential risks of using the product. There are various parties that can be held liable in these cases including manufacturers, distributors or retailers. However, adequate evidence must be provided to show that the defect directly caused the injury and the resulting damages.

• Workplace accidents

Accidents that occur within the work environment or while a worker is carrying out work related tasks are handled under workers compensation laws. Workers’ compensation laws are designed to provide workers with a financial cushion when they suffer workplace injuries or illnesses. However, when a third party is responsible for the accident, the worker may also pursue a third-party liability claim to maximize their compensation.

• Dog bites and animal attacks

Under the law, pet owners are responsible for their pets’ behavior. They can therefore be held liable for damages resulting from an attack involving their pet. Victims of animal attacks including dog bites often suffer physical injuries as well as emotional trauma. Some may even suffer complications from the attack such as infections.

• Nursing home abuse

These cases occur when elderly residents of nursing homes suffer injuries as a result of the negligence or abuse of nursing home staff. Abuse may be physical, financial or even emotional. Neglect involves not meeting the basic needs of the resident including providing food and a clean environment.

Why You Should Contact a Personal Injury Attorney

There are various reasons why working with a personal injury attorney is beneficial.

• Legal expertise and resources – personal injury attorneys have an in-depth understanding of personal injury laws and how they apply to different cases. They can accurately assess the value of your claim, gather necessary evidence and build a strong case to support your claim.
• Negotiating with at-fault parties – an attorney will advocate on your behalf and fight for a fair settlement.
• Maximize your compensation – studies show that claimants that have legal representation tend to receive higher settlements than those who handle cases on their own.
• Support during a difficult time – personal injury attorneys help to alleviate some of the burden that results from an injury by handling the complexities of personal injury cases. You can focus on your healing and recovery.

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of the negligence of another party, don’t hesitate to contact us. Schedule free consultation and have your case reviewed by an experienced personal injury attorney for free.

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