Personal injury claims address the losses victims sustain due to the at-fault parties’ negligence. Personal injury is an important but challenging area of the law that allows those who’ve been injured by others’ wrongdoing to recover their physical, financial, and emotional losses. If you find yourself in this challenging position, it’s time to reach out for the trusted legal representation of an experienced Lawrence County personal injury lawyer at Conlon Tarker.
Common Personal Injury Claims
To begin, it’s important to note that your personal injury claim will be unique to you and your situation. Personal injury claims, however, are generally included in one of the following categories:
- Defective consumer products
- Traffic crashes of all kinds, including car, truck, motorcycle, bus, bike, rideshare, and pedestrian accidents
- Slip and fall accidents and other kinds of premises liability claims, including dog bites
Other types of claims that are very similar to personal injury claims include medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and abuse, and claims related to Marcellus shale drilling operations.
Defective Consumer Products
Manufacturers of consumer goods can be held responsible for any harm their products cause due to defective design, manufacturing flaws, or inadequate instructions or warnings. Strict liability applies to these claims, which means proving the manufacturer’s negligence generally isn’t required.
If all the following apply, it can support a solid product liability claim:
- The defect in question was present when it left the manufacturer.
- You used the product as it was intended to be used – or in a manner that the manufacturer should have reasonably foreseen.
- You suffered legal damages as a direct result, including property damage, current and ongoing medical bills, lost wages, physical and mental pain and suffering.
Traffic Accidents
Traffic accidents are often very dangerous and are often the result of driver negligence, such as distraction, aggression, excessive speed, or impairment. Motorists who fail to take the precautions necessary to protect others on the road often cause very serious traffic accidents.
Slip and Fall Accidents
The owners and managers of commercial properties accept serious responsibility regarding the safety of their guests, customers, and visitors. If you are on the property legally, you are owed a serious duty of care. This means the owner or manager takes the same reasonable precautions that other reasonable property owners would under similar circumstances.
Our Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys are Here to Help
If you or someone you care about was injured as a result of another party’s negligence, the persuasive Lawrence County personal injury lawyers at Conlon Tarker are committed to skillfully pursuing a favorable resolution for you. This includes building a strong claim on your behalf and tirelessly advocating for just compensation that covers your complete losses. Contact us online or call us at 724-285-7700 today.
