When someone else’s negligence leads to an accident that injures another party, these injuries are compensable via a personal injury claim.
Some common types of accidents that may lead to personal injury claims include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Motor vehicle collisions – When a person operates their vehicle in a negligent manner, such as by speeding, engaging in distracted driving, or otherwise failing to obey the rules of the road, a serious accident can occur that results in one or more personal injuries. Soft tissue neck and back injuries are especially common in motor vehicle collisions, due to the forceful back-and-forth movement that a vehicle occupant’s body experiences during a car crash. If this sounds like something you or a loved one is currently dealing with then contact our skilled team of Lawrenceville car accident lawyers, or Lawrenceville truck accident lawyers.
- Slip and fall accidents – A property owner is responsible for maintaining their properties to ensure it is safe for visitors. The property must be in a reasonably safe condition for the benefit of business invitees and social guests, for example. If a defect or another dangerous condition exists on the property, the property owner is responsible for making repairs within a reasonable amount of time or alerting others of the hazardous condition.
- Bicycle and motorcycle accidents – Bicycles and motorcycles are no match for a car or truck. in a Lawrenceville bicycle accident or Lawrenceville motorcycle accident, the rider can fall off the bike and impact the ground directly. The bike or motorcycle operator can suffer severe injuries as a result.
- Medical malpractice – When a doctor commits medical negligence or misconduct, such as failing to act in the reasonable manner expected of a healthcare professional in a specific set of circumstances, the patient may file a claim or lawsuit against the doctor or the treating facility.
- Pedestrian accidents – Pedestrians have the right-of-way at crosswalks and other designated pedestrian areas. However, if a driver is distracted and injures a pedestrian who has the right-of-way, the pedestrian may place a claim against the negligent motor vehicle operator.
- Defective products – Product manufacturers owe consumers a duty of care to correctly and safely design, manufacture, and test their products. When a product malfunctions, explodes, or does not operate the way it’s supposed to work when being used properly, the person using it may bring a claim or file a lawsuit against the manufacturer or someone else in the chain of distribution.
- Negligent security claims – Businesses are supposed to ensure that their premises are safe and secure at all times for the benefit of their consumers. When an accident or crime occurs on the business premises due to a lack of appropriate safety measures and/or security personnel, the injured victim may file a claim or lawsuit for negligent security.
The experienced Lawrenceville personal injury attorneys at Brauns Law Accident Injury Lawyers, PC can assist you in filing a personal injury claim if you are the victim of these types of accidents.
