Different Types of Personal Injury Cases

Personal injury law covers an incredibly wide spectrum of topics. It is always important to contact a personal injury lawyer, like one from Lesnevich, Marzano-Lesnevich, O’Cathain & O’Cathain, LLC, as soon as you think that you may have a case. Your lawyer will be able to look at the details surrounding your case to determine if it will be worth pursuing. Even if what happened is not included in this article, you may still be able to get compensation for your expenses. A personal injury case can be anything that involves the negligent actions of another party. 

Slip and Fall Accidents

One of the most common types of personal injury cases is slip and falls. This is likely because they can happen anywhere at any time. The injured party does need to prove that there was some kind of negligence involved and it was not merely gravity or the victim’s own clumsiness that caused the fall. For example, if the place that the fall occurred had a slippery surface or some kind of hazard that physically caused the fall, this could be the proof you need for a case. 

Car and Truck Accidents

Many people drive every single day, whether it is to run errands, go to work, or drive family members around to obligations. Unfortunately, accidents do happen and people can leave with injuries ranging from incredibly mild to severe. It is always important to hold the at fault party responsible for their actions. Sometimes, this is through an insurance settlement, but other times a person needs to go to court to get fair compensation. You should always consult with a personal injury lawyer before deciding how to best pursue the compensation you deserve. 

Dog Bite Injuries

Dogs are amazing pets. They can be a liability, though. If a dog bites someone else and the other person was not threatening the animal or owner, the victim may be able to get compensation. It will all depend on where the accident occurred and whether the victim was provoking the dog in any way. The severity of a dog bite injury often depends on how big the dog is and where the victim is bitten. No matter what, it is important to have an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side. 

Contact a Lawyer Immediately

You should always reach out to a personal injury lawyer as soon as you realize that you may have a case. A lawyer will be able to look at the details surrounding your case, figure out the best argument to use in court, and will make sure you do not miss the statute of limitations for filing.