If you’re reading this, chances are that something unfortunate has happened in your life or the life of a loved one. Trust us, it’s not always easy to hear, but things will get better. Whatever the circumstance, please remember that you have rights. And those rights begin with the integrity of body and mind. If someone has caused you physical or psychological harm, don’t play the victim. Educate yourself. Take Control. This list is by no means exhaustive but it is intended to be a field manual to someone who feels they might have a personal injury case.
Assault and/or Battery: Assault/Battery claims can be brought in two types of courts: A criminal court and a civil court. You don’t have to worry about criminal charges because these will be handled by your district attorney. But don’t expect them to have your best interests in mind. A DA will pursue the maximum sentence for the perpetrator (assuming no complicating circumstances) but will not spend any time seeking compensation for the victim. That has to be done in a civil trial. Also, if for some reason the defendant won the criminal case, they may still lose the civil one. The standard of evidence is much less strict in civil court, where the plaintiff only need prove a “preponderance of evidence,” as opposed to providing evidence “beyond a reasonable doubt.”
Defective Product Injury: A free market economy depends on the transparent flow of information. Consumers have to know that when they buy a car, their brakes won’t burn into sludge when they slam them. If they didn’t have that confidence, there would be no domestic auto-market. Still, as the last few years have proven, companies don’t always have our best interests in mind. Frequent product recalls from reputable brands such as Johnson & Johnson, Bayer, ReNu, Jiffy, and Honda have become the norm. Obviously, you won’t be able to win a lawsuit like this on your own. But if you have suffered from a defective product you bought in the US, you should do some research: Chances are you are not the only one. Connect with other victims and find a lawyer to bring a class-action lawsuit.
Animal Injury: America loves animals, and most of us are responsible pet-owners. Sadly, millions of people are bitten by dogs each year, though very few go on to press charges. The law is clear here: It is not the dog’s fault if it bit you– It’s the owner’s. They have made the decision to take care of an animal and must provide the proper training and protection for those around them. Most animal injury victims are children who were targeted by aggressive animals due to their size and inattentiveness. Don’t ignore the physical and psychological impact of an animal attack. If you or your child were bitten, seek medical and legal counsel as soon as you can.
Industrial Injury: Industrial injury can cover almost any type of workplace accident that occurred at an industrial site. The key to winning these cases is to demonstrate that the accident could have been avoided had your employer been more cautious, which is almost always the case. In addition to getting worker’s compensation, you are entitled to sue for industrial injuries in civil court.
Medical Negligence Injury: We trust doctors with our lives, yet they are everyday people just like you and us. And systemic inequalities in the medical system (especially for Medicare recipients) make it harder for them to do their job right. Luckily, taking the hepatic oath means a commitment to utmost attention for every patient; Regardless of their insurance policy. If you feel your treatment from a licensed, medical profession has resulted in the worsening of your condition, you should get a third-party assessment from another doctor and consult with your lawyer as soon as possible.
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