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1. What is the most common
cause of a head injury? Motor vehicle accidents
account for more than half of all head injuries that occur in
the US. Other injuries are caused by falls, sporting accidents
and violence.
2. Why do I need a lawyer?
Getting a competent legal opinion regarding your case
assures that your legal rights are protected. It is in your best
interest to at least have an attorney review your case before
you decide what course of action to pursue.
3. How much will it cost to
hire an attorney? Normally a personal injury attorney
is paid on a contingency fee basis, meaning that you pay the
attorney only if he/she is successful in getting a settlement.
4. Is it necessary that I
sue? It is often necessary to sue to protect your
rights and receive full and fair compensation for your injuries.
5. How much can I expect to
receive from a settlement? There is usually very
little discussion between attorneys over compensation for things
such as lost wages and hospital bills because this is an exact
amount that you can prove with your receipts. On the other hand,
the difficulty is putting a dollar amount on the injuries that
you suffered. Your attorney may give you a general idea of what
you can expect, but any amounts are subjective and vary widely
from case to case.
6. What is negligence and
how is it determined? Negligence is the failure to act
reasonably in any given situation. Negligence does not simply
mean doing something wrong. All of the following elements must
exist for an act to be considered negligent:
- Lack of reasonable care
- Breach of duty
- Injury to the victim
- Forseeability (knowing an
act would occur based on the circumstances)
- Damages
7. What does pain and
suffering include? This would generally be money
awarded over and above medical costs and lost wages.
8. What is the statute of
limitations in this type of case? Generally 2 years
from the date the incident occurred.
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