If you’ve recently been involved in an accident or experienced an injury and are wondering if it qualifies as a personal injury, you’ve come to the right place. So, what is a personal injury? A personal injury is any type of injury to your mind, body, or emotions caused by someone else’s negligence or intentional misconduct. Being involved in a personal injury can be a devastating experience, and you may face many challenges, from physical pain and ongoing medical needs to lifestyle disruptions and emotional distress.
What Is Considered a Personal Injury?
A personal injury can include various types of injuries, from physical injuries, such as broken bones and head trauma, to emotional injuries, such as anxiety and depression. It can also include lost wages due to the necessary time off for medical treatments, as well as property damage. A personal injury can be the result of a car accident, a slip and fall accident, a medical malpractice incident, a defective product, or any other type of event where someone else’s negligence or intentional misconduct caused your injury.
What Is a Personal Injury Case?
A personal injury case is the legal process of pursuing compensation for the losses suffered by the injured party. This can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. To pursue a personal injury case, you must file a lawsuit in civil court against the party responsible for your injury. You will need to provide evidence to support your case, including medical records and witness statements, and your best shot for getting a settlement or verdict is to hire a team of exceptional personal injury lawyers to represent you.
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Settlements vs. Verdicts
The difference between a personal injury settlement and a verdict is that a settlement is an agreement between both parties in which the plaintiff agrees to accept a certain amount of money from the defendant in exchange for dropping the case. A verdict is a decision made by a jury, where the jury finds the defendant liable for the plaintiff’s injuries and awards a certain amount of money in damages. Most defendants in personal injury cases hope to have the case dismissed or settle out of court for a reasonable sum of money. Be sure to hire an attorney who will fight for you – and one who isn’t afraid to go to trial to get you the justice you deserve.
Choose Our Experienced Attorneys to Represent You
If you’re looking for the best law firm for your personal injury lawsuit, look no further than MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers. With over 40 years of experience, our attorneys have earned a national reputation for successful results in cases that have set precedent here in Florida and across the country. Our lawyers are committed to outstanding trial presentation by retaining the most qualified experts and collaborating with the best expert witnesses and consultants. We are sensitive to the losses suffered by victims and are dedicated to championing their causes for both families and referring lawyers.
If you or a loved one have been injured and have any questions, please contact us at MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers. Our offices are located in Tampa, FL, and we fight for injured people across the state of Florida and beyond. Our attorneys are ready to help you get the justice you deserve.
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