Personal injuries are a common experience for many people. Sometimes, one or more negligent parties are liable for causing injuries, but the victims often don’t know their rights or how to proceed with a personal injury case. Fortunately, experienced personal injury lawyers can uphold victims’ rights. Here’s why you likely will need the help of an experienced injury lawyer for this kind of case.
Car Accidents Are Likely to Cause Injuries
Most personal injuries happen due to car accidents, and most drivers have at least one accident during their lifetimes, according to our team of legal experts. According to Bankrate, a trusted consumer financial service platform, U.S. drivers average 6 million vehicular accidents that cause 3 million injuries annually. No matter how carefully you drive, another driver or a third party might cause an accident that might injure you. Your experienced attorney can help identify liable parties and build strong cases to hold them accountable.
Property Owners Are Responsible for Avoidable Incidents
Whenever you are in a store or property owned and controlled by someone else, that party must ensure the premises are reasonably safe. Ignoring a dangerous condition makes those who own and control the property liable for any injuries that might occur. They are especially responsible for accidents caused by dangerous conditions they either knew about or should have known existed. A slip-and-fall injury is a common example of how someone might suffer an injury due to another party’s negligence and need the help of a personal injury lawyer.
Medical Professionals Might Be Guilty of Malpractice
Despite their high levels of education and training, medical doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals might make mistakes that cause personal injuries. The mishandling of an injury or treatment can significantly damage a patient. No matter how medical malpractice occurs, injury lawyers can help hold them liable.
Insurers Might Deny Claims
Most personal injury claims are settled by insurers instead of going to court. When an insurer denies some or all of a valid claim, a personal injury lawyer can help make the insurer pay up to policy limits for legitimate claims. An experienced attorney can make a difference in the outcome of your case.
Don’t hesitate to call Fitzsimmons, Nunn & Plukas, LLP to schedule an initial consultation with one of our experienced injury lawyers. We’re here to deliver the comprehensive legal services you need.