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If you were injured because of another person’s negligence, you may have a personal injury claim against that party. Negligence is a legal standard that means the party responsible for your injury failed to behave as a reasonably prudent person would under the same circumstances. There are four specific elements that the plaintiff must establish to show that the defendant was negligent:
The defendant owed the plaintiff a reasonable duty of care. This means the defendant owed an obligation to the plaintiff recognized by law. For example, a doctor owes a duty of care to treat his or her patient according to the standards of the medical profession. This duty is often defined by the relationship that exists between the plaintiff and defendant.
The defendant breached the duty of care. A breach refers to a failure to uphold the duty of care by some act or omission. That failure is typically the result of negligence, but it could also be because of recklessness or intentional wrongdoing. The question of breach is almost always the most contested element of a personal injury lawsuit.
The breach caused injury to the plaintiff. This element requires the plaintiff to show that the breach actually caused injury to the plaintiff. If the defendant was negligent but did not cause harm to the plaintiff, this element fails.
Because of the breach and injury, the plaintiff suffered damages. These include costs such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. The damages are part of the compensation that you will demand the defendant pay in a lawsuit.
Auto Accident
Auto accident law is a subset of personal injury law that deals with legal claims that arise when personal injuries or property damages arise from a traffic collision. Establishing negligence is vital in a car accident lawsuit since it usually determines who is at fault. Once it is established who is responsible for the damages, the injured party may seek compensation for medical expenses, property damage, pain and suffering, lost wages, or even earning capacity. The Law Offices of Demeksa Oli can help you to get the compensation you deserve. You don’t pay unless we win your case.
It is also important to remember that, while your own insurance company may claim to be on your side, their primary goal is to pay as little as possible. Thus, their interests may not be the same as yours, particularly if you are making an uninsured motorist or property damage claim. It never hurts to have a lawyer to look out for your interests.
Maryland insurance adjusters, Maryland insurance investigators, and Maryland insurance defense attorneys will work diligently to minimize your recovery. The bottom line is this: the less money you get, the more money the insurance company makes. As your advocates, we will balance the scales and fight to obtain the best possible outcome for your situation.
Some of the benefits you may be entitled to following an automobile or truck accident include:
When you’ve been the victim of an accident, you want someone in your corner that will fight for your personal injury claim. Select a Maryland personal injury lawyer that works every day to win for individuals, families, and their loved ones after an injury. Contact us today to schedule a free confidential consultation for a no-obligation claim review.
Our injury trial lawyers fight to help you get the compensation you deserve through personal injury settlements and lawsuits. We know the turmoil and strife an accident can cause, we take away the legal worries so you can focus on recovery and getting back to normal.
Our injury trial lawyers fight to help you get the compensation you deserve through personal injury settlements and lawsuits. We know the turmoil and strife an accident can cause, we take away the legal worries so you can focus on recovery and getting back to normal.
If you were in a car accident, injured in a fall, or injured by some other accident, contact the personal injury lawyers at The Law Offices of Demeksa Oli today to set up a free legal consultation. Our law offices can be reached at (443) 722-9853 or you can email us at demeksa@demeksalaw.com for immediate help.