PERSONAL INJURY
What is Defined as Personal Injury?
When you hear the term personal injury, it’s actually more about a broken bone or a traumatic experience than a dented car or some other damaged belonging. It concerns your well-being instead of the state of your possessions.
Legally, personal injury refers to harm suffered by your body, mind, or emotions rather than damage to property. This means if someone else’s negligence or intentional act causes you physical pain, emotional distress, or psychological harm, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim.
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The law recognizes that aside from obviously affecting your health, these incidents can also impact your finances, career, and quality of life. That’s why compensation can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and even reduced enjoyment of daily activities.
Personal Injury Law: Do You Have a Case?
Personal injury law is a broad area that encompasses many different types of accidents and injuries. If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, you may have a personal injury case.
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It doesn't matter if the other party acted carelessly or intentionally. As long as you were harmed, you have the right to pursue compensation. The key factors usually involve proving that the other party owed you a duty of care, that they failed to meet it, and that their actions directly caused your injuries and losses.
Tripping in your own home is one thing, but when another property owner's negligence causes your injury, you have a right to pursue compensation under personal injury law. The Haddad Law Firm represents clients in New Jersey, New York, and Florida. Whether you've been injured in an auto accident or at the hands of a doctor's negligence, we'll be there to assist you with your claim.
You may be entitled to compensation when you experience...
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Motorcycle or car and truck accidents caused by negligent or reckless drivers
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Slip and fall incidents on unsafe or poorly maintained property
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Workplace injuries, sometimes extending beyond workers’ compensation coverage
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Dog bites or animal attacks that result in physical or emotional harm
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Medical malpractice due to errors or negligence by healthcare providers
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Defective products or unsafe consumer goods leading to injury
This isn't a comprehensive list, so it's important to speak with a lawyer about your unique case. Get the assistance you need. If you're not sure whether you have a case, call The Haddad Law Firm at 1-800-NJLEGAL today.