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PERSONAL INJURY
A personal injury claim is a legal dispute that arises when one person is injured or harmed due to the actions, negligence, or wrongdoing of another person or entity. Personal injury claims can arise from a wide variety of situations, including:
EXAMPLES
1. Car accidents
2. Slip and falls
3. Medical malpractice
4. Defective products
5. Dog bites
6. Workplace accidents
7. Assault and battery
8. Intentional harm
9. Nursing home abuse and neglect
10. Construction accidents
FILING
To file a personal injury claim, the injured person must typically prove that the other party was at fault and that their injuries were caused by the other party’s actions or negligence. The injured person may be entitled to compensation for damages such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. It is important to consult with a personal injury attorney to determine if you have a valid claim and to understand your legal options.
CATASTROPHIC INJURY
A catastrophic injury is a severe injury that causes significant and long-term harm to a person’s body or mind, often resulting in permanent disability or even death. These injuries can be caused by a variety of accidents, such as car crashes, construction accidents, medical malpractice, sports injuries, or acts of violence.
EXAMPLES
Some examples of catastrophic injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe burns, amputations, organ damage, and multiple fractures. These types of injuries can have a devastating impact on a person’s life, often requiring ongoing medical care, rehabilitation, and assistance with daily living activities.
Catastrophic injuries can also have significant financial implications, as medical expenses, lost wages, and other costs associated with long-term care and rehabilitation can be substantial. As a result, many individuals who suffer catastrophic injuries may pursue legal action to seek compensation for their losses and expenses.
PREMISE LIABILITY
A premise liability claim, also known as a slip and fall claim, is a type of personal injury claim that arises when a person is injured on someone else’s property due to a dangerous condition or hazard on the property.
In general, property owners have a legal obligation to maintain a safe environment for visitors and customers. If they fail to do so and someone is injured as a result, the property owner may be held liable for the injured person’s damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Premise liability claims can arise from a wide range of hazards, including slippery floors, uneven surfaces, inadequate lighting, and faulty handrails. The specific circumstances of the injury will determine whether the property owner was negligent and whether the injured person has a valid claim for compensation.
WRONGFUL DEATH
A wrongful death claim arises when a person dies as a result of the negligence or intentional act of another person, organization, or entity. In general, a wrongful death claim involves a civil lawsuit filed by the survivors of the deceased person seeking compensation for their loss.
Some common examples of situations that may give rise to a wrongful death claim include:
COMMON EXAMPLES
1.Medical malpractice: If a healthcare professional provides substandard care or fails to diagnose a medical condition that leads to the death of a patient, the patient’s family may have a wrongful death claim.
2.Car accidents: If a person dies in a car accident caused by the negligence of another driver, the deceased person’s family may have a wrongful death claim.
3.Product liability: If a defective product causes the death of a person, the deceased person’s family may have a wrongful death claim against the manufacturer, distributor, or seller of the product.
4.Workplace accidents: If a person dies as a result of a workplace accident caused by the negligence of their employer, the deceased person’s family may have a wrongful death claim.
JURISDICTION
In a wrongful death claim, the survivors of the deceased person may be entitled to compensation for their losses, such as funeral expenses, medical bills, lost income, and loss of companionship. The laws governing wrongful death claims vary by jurisdiction, so it is important to consult with an experienced attorney to understand your legal rights and options.
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
A medical malpractice claim typically involves a situation where a healthcare professional or facility, such as a doctor, nurse, hospital, or clinic, causes harm or injury to a patient through a negligent or wrongful act or omission. To establish a medical malpractice claim, the following elements must generally be proven:
MANDATORY TO ESTABLISH A CLAIM
- Duty: The healthcare provider had a duty to provide the patient with a certain standard of care, such as acting with the same degree of skill and care that other reasonable medical professionals would use under similar circumstances.
- Breach: The healthcare provider breached that duty by failing to provide the appropriate standard of care. This can occur in various ways, such as misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, failure to order appropriate tests, surgical errors, medication errors, or failure to obtain informed consent.
- Causation: The breach of duty caused the patient’s injury or harm. It must be demonstrated that the patient’s injury would not have occurred but for the healthcare provider’s breach of duty.
- Damages: The patient suffered damages as a result of the healthcare provider’s breach of duty. This can include physical and emotional harm, medical expenses, lost wages, and other costs.
PROOF OF CLAIM
To prove these elements, a medical malpractice claim may involve expert testimony, medical records, and other evidence. The legal process for pursuing a medical malpractice claim can be complex and often requires the assistance of a qualified attorney. Please give us a call if you have been injured as a result of medical malpractice.
