Personal Injury law
Personal injury lawyers are trained to assist people in malpractice, worker’s compensation and product defects, etc.
Personal injury law or tort law is intended to assist people who have been hurt by negligence, recklessness, malpractice or inaction of others. There are several legal claims that can be filed in a personal injury case. Here’s just a sampling:
- wrongful death
- auto accidents
- medical malpractice
- defective drugs
- product liability
- worker’s compensation
In each of the cases, a person can file a claim for:
- personal injury
- emotional distress
- property damages
In certain cases like medical malpractice or wrongful death, the family of the subject can file suit on behalf of their loved one.
When filing a personal injury claim, the subject is likely to receive damages; monetary compensation for:
- loss of income
- pain and suffering
- emotional distress
- permanent disability
- other injuries
If a person is considering the filing of a personal injury claim, it is advisable to seek out an attorney who specializes in tort law.