Personal Injury Lawsuit

What Is a Personal Injury?

Personal injury claims include any type of harm to a person’s body, emotional state, or finances caused by the negligence of someone else.

Common personal injuries include:

• Bodily injury
• Disability
• Emotional distress or mental anguish
• Loss of finances
• Worsening of an existing health condition
• Wrongful death

Many people file personal injury lawsuits to hold those responsible for their injuries accountable and seek compensation to help pay for their medical bills and more.

The best way to maximize a personal injury lawsuit settlement is to work with an experienced lawyer.

LawFirm.com works with personal injury attorneys who’ve secured over $9.6 billion for those injured through no fault of their own.

Get a free case review to see if one of our legal partners may be able to pursue personal injury compensation on your behalf.

Eligibility to File a Personal Injury Claim

You may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit if:

• You suffered an injury or harm due to someone else’s actions.
• The other party acted carelessly, causing the injury.
• You sustained damages, like medical bills or lost wages, due to the defendant’s actions.

A skilled lawyer can investigate the facts of your personal injury case and collect evidence showing a link between the defendant’s actions and your injuries.

Personal injury lawsuits have time limits called statutes of limitations, which vary by state. If you miss this cut-off, you won’t be able to file a personal injury claim. Don’t miss your chance for justice.

Call (888) 726-9160 right now to see if you may be eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit and seek compensation.

Types of Personal Injury Claims We Help With

Personal injuries can occur anywhere — at work, on the road, or even in your own neighborhood. Find out about some common types of personal injury cases we help with.

1. Car Accidents

In 2022, over 40,000 people died in auto accidents, and hundreds of thousands were injured, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Car accident injuries range from minor bruises to severe trauma, like broken bones, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. Serious injuries can leave victims unable to work or do the things they once enjoyed.

Those involved in trucking accidents often face catastrophic injuries due to the size and weight of the vehicle.

2. Medical Malpractice

Doctors and other health care providers have a duty to provide a high standard of care. When they fail to do so, it may be considered medical negligence or malpractice.

Each year, about 20,000 medical malpractice lawsuits are filed in the U.S., with many awarding multimillion-dollar payouts. In August 2024, a jury ordered Temple University Hospital to pay $45 million to a teenager who aspirated food and suffered brain damage.

Types of medical malpractice include:

• Anesthesia errors
• Birth injuries
• Failure to diagnose
• Medication mistakes
• Surgical errors
• Emergency room errors

A personal injury lawsuit can help injured patients hold negligent medical professionals accountable and seek money for treatment costs, pain and suffering, and more.

Get a free case review to see if one of our trusted legal partners can file a personal injury claim on your behalf and fight hard for everything you deserve.

3. Premises Liability

Property owners have a duty of care to keep their premises safe and free of hazards, like wet floors, uneven surfaces, and poor lighting. When they fail to do so, slip and falls and other types of accidents can occur, leading to serious injuries.

“Falls account for over 8 million hospital emergency room visits, representing the leading cause of visits.”

– National Floor Safety Institute

Premises liability accidents can happen anywhere, including at grocery stores, in parking lots, and on public sidewalks. By filing a personal injury lawsuit, you can seek compensation and hold negligent property owners accountable.

4. Product Liability

Some common household products have been found to be hazardous, putting millions of Americans in harm’s way. When personal injuries are caused by defective or dangerous products, consumers may be able to fight back and hold manufacturers accountable for their injuries.

Dangerous products include:

• Baby formula
• Boar’s Head recalled deli meats
• Chemical hair straightener
• Medical devices
• Medications
• Roundup^® weed killer
• Talcum powder

A personal injury lawsuit seeks compensation for medical expenses caused by the defective product and sends a message to companies that their carelessness is unacceptable.

Call (888) 726-9160 right now or chat with our team for free to see if we may be able to help you seek compensation.

5. Work Injuries

The U.S. Department of Labor reported that 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses occurred in 2022. Work injuries can leave employees without a regular paycheck and unable to provide for their families.

Common workplace injuries include:

• Accidents involving machinery
• Falls from heights
• Repetitive strain injuries
• Toxic exposure

While some work injuries are discovered right away, others, such as those involving hazardous substances like asbestos or firefighting foam, may take months or even years for symptoms to appear.

6. Dog Bites

Approximately 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the U.S., according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Children are the most common victims of dog bites and are more likely to suffer serious injuries.

While laws vary by state, dog owners are generally required to keep their pets on a leash and take steps to protect others if they know the animal is aggressive. Dog bites can be extremely traumatic, leaving physical and emotional injuries that can last a lifetime.

Negligent pet owners can be held responsible for medical expenses and other damages related to a dog bite.

Steps to File a Personal Injury Case

LawFirm.com works with experienced lawyers who aim to make filing a personal injury lawsuit as easy and stress-free as possible.

With a personal injury attorney handling every step of the lawsuit process on your behalf, you can focus on your recovery.

The attorneys in our network can help you with a personal injury lawsuit by:

1. Providing a free case review to determine your eligibility to file a personal injury claim
2. Building a strong case using your medical records, police reports, and other evidence
3. Filing a personal injury lawsuit against all responsible parties
4. Negotiating a personal injury settlement
5. Representing you in court if needed

Almost all personal injury lawsuits end in out-of-court settlements, providing families with quicker access to much-needed compensation.

Factors That Affect Personal Injury Settlement Amounts

Personal injury settlements vary in amount, depending on the extent of your injury, medical expenses, and other considerations.

Factors that impact personal injury lawsuit settlements include:

• Type of injury: The more severe and long-lasting the injury, the higher the personal injury settlement will likely be.
• Medical expenses: The cost of medical treatment, both past and future, is a major factor in determining a personal injury lawsuit settlement amount. This includes hospital stays, surgeries, physical therapy, and any other necessary medical care.
• Lost wages and earning capacity: If the injury has caused you to miss work or has reduced your ability to earn in the future, these financial losses will be factored into the settlement.
• Pain and suffering: This includes compensation for the injured person’s physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
• Negligence: The strength of the evidence proving the other party’s liability plays a critical role. If it’s clear that the defendant is fully responsible for the injury, the personal injury settlement may be higher.
• Jurisdiction: The state where the personal injury lawsuit is filed and the past outcomes of similar cases in that jurisdiction can affect the settlement. Some areas have higher average settlements for certain injuries.

Regardless of the facts of your case, your lawyer will fight for the most compensation possible from a personal injury lawsuit settlement.

See if we may be able to connect you with an experienced personal injury lawyer near you during a free case review.

Reasons to File Personal Injury Lawsuits

By filing a personal injury claim, you can pursue money to help cover your medical expenses and hold the at-fault parties responsible.

Taking legal action may allow you to:

• Secure personal injury compensation for your past and future medical expenses
• Recover lost wages and money for diminished earning capacity
• Address the emotional and psychological aspects of a personal injury
• Hold the responsible party accountable
• Prevent others from experiencing the same harm

Personal injury lawsuits also help victims find closure and peace of mind, allowing them to move forward with their lives after an accident.

Get Help Seeking Compensation for a Personal Injury

Millions of Americans are injured each year due to another party’s negligence. You shouldn’t be left footing the bill for someone else’s carelessness.

LawFirm.com has a network of personal injury lawyers who have secured over $9.6 billion for people injured through no fault of their own.

Our legal partners:

• Can help clients in all 50 states
• Have decades of experience in personal injury litigation
• Never charge any upfront or hourly fees

Call (888) 726-9160 right now or fill in our contact form to take the first step toward the compensation and justice you deserve.