What Types of Cases Do Personal Injury Attorneys Handle?

Sustaining a serious injury can be life changing and devastating. You’re likely to experience pain and suffering, a loss of wages, and other damages. This is where a personal injury attorney comes in. They will help you through the legal process, making sure you receive the compensation you deserve. Let’s take a look at the types of cases personal injury attorneys can help with. 

Car Accidents

Car accidents happen everyday and often result in long-lasting injuries. A personal injury attorney will be able to help with just about any type of car crash, including fender benders, t-bones, roll overs, sideswipes, and more. With 6,102,936 accidents reported per year in the United States, it is no surprise that car accidents are one of the most common claims handled by personal injury attorneys.

Slip and Fall

A slip and fall accident is exactly what it sounds like. It refers to when a person slips on a slippery surface causing them to fall, resulting in injury. Common causes of slip and fall accidents include:

● Wet floors

● Icy sidewalks

● Spills

● Hard floors that have been waxed or cleaned

This is not a complete list by any means. Any case that involves a fall caused by the negligence of a person or business can be handled by a personal injury attorney.

Medical Malpractice 

Medical malpractice is when a medical or health care professional (most often a surgeon), through a negligent act or omission, deviates from standards in their profession, thereby causing injury or death to a patient. 96.9% of medical malpractice claims in the United States are settled out of court, but a personal injury attorney is still needed to aid in the settlement process.

Work Accidents 

A work accident is an unplanned occurrence that causes injury to an employee while carrying out the duties of their job. While most people think of an injury from a work accident as something like a cut or broken bone, it can also include any diseases or health conditions caused by the work environment. A personal injury attorney can help prove that your workplace is responsible for the injury you sustained while on the job.

Wrongful Death 

Wrongful death occurs when someone dies and there is a person who can be held liable for their death. Usually, they are liable due to neglect or an action they chose to take while knowing the potential consequences. Wrongful death cases can often follow a criminal case. Even if the criminal case is unsuccessful, a personal injury attorney can help you receive compensation for the loss of your loved one.

Products Liability 

Product liability refers to the fact that a business can be held responsible for selling or manufacturing defective or dangerous products that injure consumers or damage property. Additionally, it is a type of strict liability, meaning that intent or knowledge on the part of the business does not matter when trying the case. Personal injury attorneys are quite capable of handling these types of cases.

Premises Liability 

Premises liability cases hold property owners responsible for any injuries that occur on their property due to dangerous conditions. Legally, property owners are required to maintain reasonably safe conditions on their property. Failing to uphold this responsibility is considered neglect in the eyes of the law. It does not matter if the property is a personal residence or a business, both have a duty of care and can be held responsible for injuries under premises liability. Common injuries in premises liability cases include:

● Swimming pool accidents

● Dog bites

● Staircase accidents

● Escalator/elevator accidents

● Slip and fall

In general, if an injury happens due to a property owner failing to upkeep their property, then a personal injury attorney can bring a case against them. 

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