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How Do I Know If I Have A Personal Injury Case?

No one sets out every day to get into an accident. Whether an accident means a car crash or being injured by a medical professional, these instances can change your life. Sadly, many individuals who are injured as a direct result from a negligent party don't realize they have a personal injury suit. A personal injury case involves a party that is damaged and one that is being negligent. The outcome is usually that the negligent party owes compensation to those they hurt.

 

If you've been in an accident, you likely have questions. Though you may be more concerned with healing at this point, you may start to worry about the financial repercussions the accident will play in your life. Some of these situations can include job loss or income loss and medical bills that last longer than you expected. Take a look at some of the reasons or signs that you have a personal injury case. 

 

 

Job Loss

 

Following an accident, if you have been injured to the point you can't work, more than likely, you have a case for a personal injury suit. Those that are hurt and out of work permanently may also be eligible for social security disability benefits. Although this is something you should always discuss with your attorney, job loss is a hallmark of an injury suit. 

 

 

Severe Injuries

 

Generally speaking, injuries that significantly affect your life are the type that warrants seeing an attorney about a personal injury suit. Severe injuries can include broken bones, severe burns, or even the loss of a loved one. As long as these things are done because of someone else's negligence, you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries. 

 

 

Who's At Fault

 

For it to be an injury case, if you have one, you or your attorney will have the burden of proof that the other party was indeed negligent. In some cases, this isn't that difficult. For example, in cases where there was a car crash, if you had a police report created, this will usually serve as the resource to determine fault. Most officers will detail a statement saying who did what and what led to the crash. 

 

 

When Should You Hire an Attorney?

 

 After being in an accident, you should promptly speak to a Houston attorney. Schedule a free consultation to learn what options are available to you. If the attorney thinks you have a case, they will offer to represent you. If they, however, feel you don't, they may reject your claims.             


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