You see the commercials every day from local law firms, asking you to call them if you have been injured. These attorneys are typically personal injury attorneys – but what does that mean? Personal injury lawyers provide legal services to individuals who claim to have been injured as a result of the negligence of another person, company or government agency. Some people may think that getting legal help after an accident carries with it some sort of negative connotation or stigma. However, personal injury law covers everyday occurrences which happen to ordinary people. Attorneys are simply here to make sure you are properly represented and protected. Here are some of the typical personal injury cases that are filed in this area.
Car Accidents: Florida is a no-fault state, which means that your own insurance company covers your injuries and property damage, regardless of fault. However, many times this coverage is not enough to replace the lost wages, cover the medical bills or ongoing treatment, or take care of dependents should a life be lost. Personal injury attorneys will make sure that if someone injured you in a car accident due to their negligence, especially in the case of distracted or drunk driving, that you get the compensation you deserve. Motorcycle accidents are also considered under this category.
Truck Accidents: If you were injured by a commercial truck, there may be more complicated considerations than a simple car crash. The company who employed the truck driver may be found liable for negligence as well in certain cases, such as inadequate vehicle maintenance procedures or making their driver work for too many hours. In these cases, you may have a case against both the individual driver for negligence, and against the company he works for.
Slip and Falls: When you slip on a wet floor or trip on a broken sidewalk, it may seem like a minor event. But these seemingly innocent accidents can result in a lifetime of pain and suffering if you hurt your back, neck or extremities. Whether you experience a fall on private or public property., your life may be significantly affected. Typical personal injury cases may include seeking damages for pain and suffering, medical costs, loss of ability to work, or ongoing treatments.
Workplace Injuries: When an accident occurs at work, there are different procedures which come into play – generally involving worker’s compensation insurance. Your employer will be your first line of defense when reporting a workplace injury. But if the insurance company does not offer you adequate compensation for your injuries, a personal injury attorney can help.
Medical Malpractice: You have the right to expect that a medical professional will operate with a certain level of care, skill and diligence. If you are harmed by a misdiagnosis, treatment errors, surgical mistakes, or prescription drug reaction, you may have a case for medical malpractice. Medical malpractice is much more common than people realize, as it is the third leading cause of death in the United States.
Product Liability: Products which reach our shelves should be safe and not harm us. Whether a product is defectively designed, improperly manufactured or assembled, packaged in an unsafe manner, or made with toxic materials – product liability cases are very common in this country.
Probinsky & Cole are proud to represent Sarasota, Tampa and Orlando area clients in all types of personal injury cases. If you have been harmed, don’t hesitate to call. We are here to help.
