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Personal Injury Law

LegalMatch Law Library Managing Editor, Ken LaMance, Attorney at Law

Personal injuries happen in a variety of situations, but some basic principles apply.

Elements of Most Personal Injury Matters

Prove that the person was careless or negligent
The negligence caused the accident
And the accident caused the injuries
Statute of limitations - the time limit when you must bring a claim

What is Your Personal Injury Case Worth?

How much your personal injury case is worth depends on a number of factors, including:

Severity of the injuries
Amount of medical bills
Pain and suffering
How the injuries have affected your ability to work
How the injuries have affected your lifestyle
Your age
Your future medical prognosis
Any pre-existing injuries

How to Help Your Personal Injury Claim

Document the facts of your injury
Collect physical evidence and take photos
Keep all your medical records and receipts
Locate witnesses

Types of Personal Injury Matters

Automobile Accidents - rear enders, fender benders, failure to yield, drunk drivers, car crashes, etc.
Product Liability - defective or dangerous products that cause injuries
Slip and Falls / Premises Liability - injury occurring on the property of another person or business
Medical Malpractice - patient injured by a health care provider
Construction Accidents - injured on a construction site either as an employee or worker
Dog Bites / Animal Attacks - attacked by an animal with a vicious propensity

Personal Injury Time Limits

Like many cases there are time restraints put on when you must file your personal injury matter in Court. These time limits are called "statute of limitations" and each state has different ones. Consult with a local attorney if you are unsure of the statute of limitations in your area.