The 3 Greatest Moments In Personal Injury Compensation Claims History

Author : Hodge Kastrup | Published On : 17 Nov 2024

How Injury Lawyers Can Help

Serious injuries can result in thousands, or millions in medical bills, lost income, and a diminished quality of life. Injury lawyers can help victims navigate the complex legal procedures as well as the confusing medical terminology and a mountain of paperwork.

They are able to handle communications with injury claims adjusters, draft depositions and interrogatories, and give expert testimony. They also can defend their clients against personal injury lawsuits brought by insurance companies who act in bad faith.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is a kind of personal injury where a doctor or hospital fails to meet the standards of care in treating their patient. This can result in serious injury or even death. Injuries from medical malpractice are often complex and require a significant amount of legal work. Our lawyers have experience handling these kinds of cases and will fight for you to get the compensation you deserve.

Doctors must receive specialized training to be able to treat patients. Even the most trained doctors are capable of making mistakes that can result in serious injury or even death to their patients. These mistakes can range from prescribing the wrong drug to leaving an object in a patient's body following surgery.

In most states four elements must be proven to prevail in a lawsuit for medical malpractice. This includes the existence of an obligation of care from your healthcare provider; breach of the duty due to a failure to adhere to medical standards; a causal connection between the breach and the injuries; and an amount of damages resulting from the injury. Your lawyer will use various sources, including expert witnesses to help prove your case.

Your lawyer will examine your hospital and medical records to determine if you suffered an injury due to the negligence of the medical professional. Chesapeake injury attorneys will then work with medical experts to determine the cause of your injuries and link them to the actions of your physician. This is essential because defendants' attorneys will try to claim that your injuries are pre-existing or the result of another cause, such as an underlying health condition.

New York laws are geared more toward protecting hospitals and doctors rather than injured patients. This makes it difficult to bring these cases to trial. There is also a brief time limit to file a medical malpractice claim which is why it's imperative to act fast. Contact a New York medical malpractice attorney at the Cochran Firm if you suspect that you or someone you know may have been a victim of medical negligence.

Auto Accidents


Car accidents can be caused by a wide variety of factors, ranging from fast highway driving, bumper-to-bumper traffic and pedestrians who cross the road. Every factor can impact the injuries victims of accidents suffer. It is therefore important that an injury lawyer be familiar with the details of automobile accidents. This knowledge can be used to assess the extent of damage to property, determine fault and assess the severity or any mental or physical injuries.

A car accident attorney with experience can represent you in dealing with defendants and insurance companies. They will make sure that you don't get slapped with low-cost offers and ensure that you receive compensation for all losses. This is especially important since many injured individuals simply accept the first offer out of convenience or because they think that the amount of compensation will be enough to cover their expenses.

If your injuries are at a level that New York State deems to be "serious," then you may be entitled to additional compensation beyond what the insurance company is offering. If your lawyer is knowledgeable about this threshold, they can tell you if you are entitled to additional compensation under New York's pure comparative law.

Even if you are insured, it is advisable to consult with an experienced New York City car accident attorney as soon as possible. An attorney can handle the paperwork and deadlines, so you can concentrate on your recovery. They can also help to negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf and often get you a higher amount than you would be able to obtain on your own.

Record all medical expenses and treatments, as well as any losses in income or property damage. This will aid in proving your case and increase the likelihood of a positive outcome. Additionally, it's important to have an expert witness who can prove that your injury was directly caused by the crash and not something that occurred before or after.

Premises Liability

Premises liability cases result in injuries that occur on the property of a third party. These incidents are usually caused by negligence on the part the property owner. This could include unsafe or unsafe conditions, like elevators that are malfunctioning or swimming pool accidents as well as toxic fumes which are not properly warned. In addition, a lack of safety or security equipment such as fire alarms could be considered to be negligent.

In order to file a claim that is successful the plaintiff must prove that the property owner was under a duty to keep their property in a safe condition and that they failed to fulfill this obligation. For example when a painter is hired to work on someone's ceiling and falls from cracks in the tile, the property owner may be held liable for the injuries. Other examples of negligent maintenance might include:

State case precedents define the extent to which property owners are required to maintain their properties in a safe and secure condition. Some of these guidelines are defined by city ordinances as well as building regulations. The responsibility of the property owner depends on the purpose of the visitor as well as his status.

For instance, a guest who is staying in the hotel for business reasons is usually classified as an invitee. This means the hotel is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment to guests, but the duty of care isn't as wide as that owed to trespassers.

In any accident involving a dangerous property condition, the victim is required to take reasonable precautions for their own safety. If, however, he she is found to be responsible for the incident the recovery will be diminished by his or her percentage of negligence.

Ask about the experience of the lawyer handling premises liability cases and whether they have been successful in obtaining compensation for their clients. Also, inquire about the lawyer's knowledge of local laws and procedures that apply to your situation. It is important to choose an attorney who has an impressive experience of success, especially with claims involving complicated issues and huge payouts.

Product Liability

The laws on product liability specify the manner in which victims can be compensated for injuries caused by defective products. Generally speaking, anyone who is injured by a defective or dangerous item can sue the manufacturer and all those involved in its manufacture, distribution, or sale. Distributors, wholesalers, and retailers who sold the product are also covered in this. In certain states, those who repair or rebuild products can also be liable under certain conditions.

Injury lawyers know the rules that govern these cases and can assist in ensuring that your compensation claims are legitimate. Additionally, a competent attorney will know how to assess any settlement offer and might be in a position to negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. The objective of a claim for compensation is to obtain funds to get you back to the financial situation you were in prior to the accident. This includes covering all of your expenses including any loss of earnings, damaged property medical bills, physical impairments, loss of enjoyment of life, emotional distress and loss of consortium.

In the majority of product liability cases lawyers will need to prove that the defective product was present in a way after it was removed from the control or possession of the defendant. This could be done by proving that the item was defective in its design, manufacture or warning label. Your attorney may also need to disprove any notion that the defect was caused by improper handling or damage.

It is important to keep in mind that the statute of limitations (the time period during which you are able to bring a lawsuit) applies to cases involving product liability. The law was created to permit plaintiffs to pursue a case in the event that the evidence is still fresh and the memories of eyewitnesses are still vivid. If you do not meet the deadline, your case will be rejected by the court.

Our lawyers for injury have handled a variety of defective product cases successfully, and can assist you as well. Contact us to set up an appointment for a free consultation if you are ready to discuss your case with our attorneys.