If you are the victim of personal injury, your first priority is to seek medical help. Nothing is more important at the time of injury than seeking medical help. In many instances, an injury can seem minor and medical help is therefore not sought. This can be a dangerous mistake if medical problems develop due to the accident.

Most lawsuits under personal injury are known as torts. However, there are exceptions. In tort, a claimant usually needs to show their injury was caused by the negligence of another. To prove negligence, a victim must show the negligent party had a duty to act or a duty not to act in a certain way. If the negligent party acted unreasonably (based on a standard tied directly to the actor classification), the negligent party has breached his or her duty. Next, the victim must show the negligent party caused the accident to occur either by his or her behavior or lack of behavior. Finally, the victim must show that he or she was injured because of the negligent act. These are the essential elements of any tort case. However, there are nuances to each element that is specific to the parties involved and the nature of the accident. In some instances, injury to the victim is not necessary. In some instances, a breach of duty is not necessary.

Therefore, if you are the victim of personal injury, please call our office for a free consultation to discuss the particular circumstances of your accident. We will help you determine a proper course of action. Finally, most personal injury cases are taken on a contingency basis. This means we will not be compensated unless you receive money.