Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been injured as a result of the actions of another individual, whether it was intentional or not, you may be able to file a personal injury claim against them. However, it can be hard to know exactly what qualifies as a personal injury case, depending on the circumstances. You can turn to a lawyer if you have any specific questions about what counts as a personal injury scenario so that you can take the correct steps. Below are common incidents that can be categorized under personal injury.
Pedestrian Accident
When a pedestrian is struck while walking on a sidewalk or crossing the street, they can file a claim against the person responsible for striking them. If you were injured due to the actions of a driver or cyclist, you can receive legal assistance from a lawyer who has helped pedestrians claim damages. When you have the right of way on the road and were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time, you can count on a skilled lawyer to help you.
Slip And Fall
A slip and fall accident is another type of personal injury accident that happens every day. They can happen for many different reasons. A person can accidentally slip on a wet surface due to a spilled beverage, or they can slip because of food or wires on the floor. However your accident happened, a dedicated and experienced personal injury lawyer like one from Hall-Justice Law Firm, LLC can fight hard for you so that you can get the settlement you deserve and nothing less.
Dog Bite
People who are bitten by dogs can file a claim against the owner of the dog, which are considered property under the law. Animal owners are responsible for looking after their dogs, and making sure that they are trained and not a danger to other animals or people. If you have been attacked by a dog, allow a lawyer to gather evidence and prepare your claim so that the owner can be held accountable for their failure to keep their animal enclosed or restrained properly.
Medical Malpractice
When a person suffers an injury or develops an illness, they go to the hospital or clinic and expect to receive care. Medical professionals like doctors, paramedics and nurses are responsible for providing their patients who are under their care with the appropriate treatments and care. They can be held liable if they fail to provide the correct treatment. If you believe that you have been a victim of malpractice, do not wait to find out how you can file a claim.
Wrongful Death
When a loved one dies as a result of a preventable accident, if you are an eligible family member you may be able to file a wrongful death claim. A lawyer will be able to find out if your loved one died because of someone else’s negligence. Have a lawyer work on your behalf so that they can do the difficult and highly complex work of preparing legal tasks while you can focus on grieving with your family.
If you wish to file a claim, reach out to a lawyer that clients trust by scheduling a consultation now.