7 of the Most Common Personal Injury Claims A Deep Dive Into Personal Injury Claims
Slip-and-Fall Accidents For a slip-and-fall claim to be valid, the fall must have occurred in a place (such as a grocery store) where you expect to be safe and free from tripping hazards, liquids, and other potentially dangerous conditions. A personal injury attorney must be able to prove the owner was negligent. Physical Assault If an individual is physically attacked by another person and they suffer an injury, a personal injury claim can help them obtain medical compensation for their pain as well as their medical treatment. Wrongful Death In the event that a death occurs due to the negligence of another person, the victim’s family can file a personal injury claim. Because these cases can be tricky, enlisting the assistance of a personal injury attorney is recommended. For any and all personal injury claims and information, contact The Whisler Law Firm today. We’ve got you covered.
Surely you’ve heard of a friend, relative, coworker, or neighbor who pursued a personal injury case. Unfortunately, it’s a routine legal matter because people often get unexpected injuries that may incur hefty medical bills, loss of ability to work, and pain and suffering.
in their hands. However, in the U.S. alone, roughly 65,000–200,000 people lose their lives each year because of medical accidents. Vehicular Accidents Auto accidents caused by buses, trains, cars, motorcycles, scooters, and boats are all types of personal injury claims. Even if a pedestrian is hit by an automobile, that counts! Animal Attacks Dog bites, or other injuries resulting from an animal attack, are potential personal injury claims. The laws surrounding animal bites vary from state to state, and it’s important to contact a personal injury attorney after an animal bite incident occurs. Workplace Injuries Surely, you’ve heard of workers’ compensation. In most cases, injured workers have the ability to file for compensation for medical treatment and missed wages if they are hurt on the job, whether it be from lifting heavy equipment, tripping over a computer wire, or falling down the stairs.
However, what is a personal injury claim?
You can make many claims that hold someone (either another individual or a business) responsible for your personal injuries. In the state of Florida, the injured party can demand that the party responsible will compensate the injured for their losses, and a successful personal injury case results in payment to the victim for damages and injuries.
Here are some of the most common personal injury claims.
Medical Malpractice When we seek medical treatment, we expect to receive the best possible care — after all, doctors and medical professionals have our lives
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Fall is almost here, so it’s time to break out the soup! Your family is sure to love this recipe — it’s a classic.
INGREDIENTS • 2 tbsp olive oil •
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1/4 tsp pepper
1 onion, chopped
4 cups chicken broth
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2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups water
3 carrots, sliced
1 1/4 lbs bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 chicken bouillon cubes
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1 cup uncooked white rice
1/2 tsp dried parsley
Salt, to taste
“Don’t follow the crowd. Let the crowd follow you.” –Margaret Thatcher
DIRECTIONS 1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the carrots and celery, then sauté for 1 more minute. 2. Add the bouillon, parsley, pepper, chicken broth, and water. Stir, then add the chicken thighs. 3. Cover and simmer on medium-low for 30 minutes, then add the rice. Stir, cover, and simmer for 15 more minutes. 4. Remove the pot from the heat and transfer the chicken to a large bowl. Shred the meat and add it back to the soup. Discard the bones. 5. Stir, salt, and serve!
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