- Criminal DefenseDepending on the law firm and region involved, personal injury attorneys handle a wide variety of cases. Personal injury law is tort law, not criminal law, meaning crimes like battery and assault are not included under personal injury law, regardless of whether or not you were injured. Instead, personal injury claims usually involve a plaintiff put in harm's way due to the negligent behavior of the defendant.
- DUI/DWIDrunk Driving Accidents - drivers impaired by the effects of alcohol often show reduced reaction time and poor decision making skills. This can lead to devastating or fatal results for their victims.
- Wrongful DeathArguably one of the hardest challenges that a family can face is the wrongful death of a loved one — and when a life is ended prematurely as the result of negligence, then this burden can be all the more difficult to bear. If only the person responsible had exercised a greater degree of care, the situation may not have taken place at all and the person you lost may still be alive. Looking back and seeing how differently things might have turned out is one of the most painful aspects of these tragic situations.
- Assault
- Workers CompensationFELA claimants can choose to sue for damages in state or federal court. Furthermore, the compensation awarded to injured workers in these cases tends to be far greater than those received from workers' compensation claims. While FELA and workers' comp claims both provide for medical treatment and wage loss, workers' comp only acknowledges physical injuries, while FELA claimants are issued compensation for past and future pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
- Premises LiabilityPremises Liability - property owners have a legal responsibility to ensure their premises are safe for visitors, and are therefore liable for any injuries that result from their failure to maintain the property in a reasonable state of repair and warn visitors of any hazards that may be hidden or present.
- Property DamageFactors in a settlement include liability, injuries, medical expenses, property damage, lost income, pain and suffering, and insurance policy limits.
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- Medical MalpracticeMedical Malpractice - negligence or wrongdoing by healthcare providers can result in injury or death to their patients. Medical malpractice can include errors in diagnosis, treatment, or medication.
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security DisabilitySSI Social Security Disability - SSI, or Supplemental Security Income, is a federal program that provides financial assistance to low-income individuals who are disabled, blind, or over the age of 65. SSI is funded through general tax revenues rather than payroll taxes.
- Dog BitesDog Bites - these can be mild or life-altering, depending on the severity of the attack and the attacking animal's size and strength. Dog bite injuries can range from minor puncture wounds to deep lacerations or amputations, and often require ongoing medical treatment.