What Types of Cases Fall Under Personal Injury Law?

If you have been injured due to another person’s carelessness or oversight, you may feel like justice is not served until any accident-related expenses are recouped. The truth of the matter is that a personal injury often occurs when you least expect it, stopping you dead in your tracks. When most people’s finances are already tight, nobody can afford to miss weeks or months from work.

Suppose you or a loved one recently experienced a personal injury or accident that resulted in physical, emotional, or financial damages. In that case, our legal team is here to assist you in filing a claim. Our personal injury lawyers understand which cases are common and have experience litigating them.

Car Accidents

Each year, over 40,000 people die in motor vehicle accidents. If you have ever fallen victim to a crash, you will know that even minor injuries can result in costly medical bills and lost income. Auto insurance only does so much to cover these expenses, with claims adjusters pursuing every avenue to prove that you were partly responsible. While physical injuries can keep you from performing routine tasks, post-traumatic stress and other emotional suffering can affect the relationships you hold most dear.

Uber & Lyft Accidents

Rideshare services provide people with convenience. With one tap, you can book a ride, knowing your estimated wait time and price. Unfortunately, the advent of Uber & Lyft has also come with an increase in cars on the road and a corresponding uptick in car accidents. Given the fast-paced society we live in, the number of Uber & Lyft accidents is only projected to increase in the coming year.

Bicycle Accidents

If you decide to get on a bicycle, you likely already take various precautions to keep yourself safe. Sadly, these safety measures are not always enough. Roughly 1,000 cyclists are killed on our nation’s roads annually, with thousands more severely injured. Cyclists who are struck by a motor vehicle often experience lost wages, as well as medical costs related to surgeries, prescriptions, rehab, and accommodations to make their home handicap accessible.

Motorcycle Accidents

Studies have shown that drivers often do not see motorcycles, contributing to the vast majority of motorcycle collisions. Motorcyclists try various means to compensate, such as wearing bright clothing, using reflective materials, and making eye contact with drivers before turns. Unfortunately, these steps cannot fully compensate for the lack of protection provided by an open vehicle. The numbers tell all, with motorcyclist fatalities increasing by 38% over the last decade.

Truck Accidents

The sheer size and weight of a truck pose a significant risk to all road users. Given the inherent dangers of operating a car, a truck driver who loses focus for even a few seconds can result in a multi-car pile-up. Proving liability often requires that a truck’s electronic logging device (ELD) be located. An ELD synchronizes with the truck’s engine to track the number of hours the vehicle has been driven, the miles traveled, and the duration of engine operation. This information can be critical in winning a truck accident case.

Slip and Falls

A broken step, a crack in a sidewalk, or a slippery floor at a restaurant can all serve as the basis for a slip-and-fall accident. Property owners and landlords have a duty to maintain their property in a safe condition, free from hazards. If you were injured due to another person’s negligence, you may be eligible to recoup any damages related to your fall.

Construction Accidents

One in 10 construction workers is injured each year, with one in five fatal injuries occurring. Although OSHA establishes safety standards to prevent injuries, the construction industry remains a line of work plagued by significant risks. If you have been injured on a job site and are not able to collect workers’ compensation, you may be eligible to take civil action against your employer.

Medical Negligence

Healthcare professionals have a duty to provide exceptional care to their patients. This standard is measured based on what approach a physician in the same field would take given the same or similar circumstances. If you believe that a medical practitioner deviated from their professional duties, you may have a valid medical malpractice suit.

Reach Out to Our Dedicated Attorneys

A personal injury can result in lost income and various medical expenses that can leave you in financial distress. At Mette Attorneys at Law, our Harrisburg personal injury lawyers are committed to helping injured parties recover any accident-incurred losses to move forward. If you are overwhelmed by the detriment your accident or injury has had on your life, our legal team would like to hear from you. To schedule a confidential case consultation, contact us online or call (717) 232-5000.