Do You Have a Personal Injury Case?

If you or someone you love has recently been injured in an accident, you may be entitled to damages to compensate for things like medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. How do you know if you have a case? Here are three initial questions you should think about before pursuing a personal injury claim.

1. Was your injury the result of someone else’s negligent conduct?

In order to have a personal injury case, someone else—an individual, an organization, or some other kind of entity—must be responsible for your injury.

2. Can you prove that individual, organization, or entity was responsible?

You must have real evidence that supports your case. For more information on preserving and collecting evidence, see our article on Do’s and Don’ts After An Accident.

One common misconception is that the other person, organization, or entity must be fully responsible for your injury in order for you to have a case. This isn’t true, but it is a reason why many people neglect to bring claims. Bearing some responsibility for your injury doesn’t mean you aren’t entitled to compensation. In many cases in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, it means that your recovery will be reduced according to how much was your fault. Contact a New Jersey or Pennsylvania personal injury attorney today to discuss your legal options.

3. Do you have identifiable damages?

It’s not enough to claim that you were injured. You must show quantifiable losses, such as those related to medical bills, lost time at work, property damage, or pain and suffering.

While these three questions are good starting points, only an experienced personal injury attorney can determine if you have a case. All cases are unique, including yours.

Take the first step toward determining if you have a case, and contact the experienced New Jersey and Pennsylvania personal injury lawyers at Console & Hollawell today at 1-800-455-2746. Consultations are always free and confidential.