Have you ever been hurt in a collision? Contrary to what your loved ones may tell you, you might not always have a good case for suing for compensation. Asking yourself these three questions can help you decide if you should pursue a personal injury claim based on your injury. Then contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation.
Was someone being careless?
You must be able to demonstrate that the other party’s actions contributed to the accident in order to hold them accountable for your injuries. In other words, you have to demonstrate that they were careless. A person generally qualifies as negligent if they fall short of “the reasonable man criteria.”
For instance, no sane individual would think that driving while intoxicated was safe. Drivers who cause injuries while driving while intoxicated may be held accountable for their actions.
Another illustration: It is normal for a property owner to regularly inspect their property in order to spot any hazards and promptly address them. It is unreasonable to anticipate that a property owner will have perfect knowledge and recognize problems as soon as they arise. This is why the store is not always responsible if you slip on a drink that has been spilled inside. They are only responsible if they knew about the spill but failed to clean it up right away, which led you to trip and fall.
Can you demonstrate that the incident led to your injury?
Additionally, you will need to demonstrate that the irresponsible party’s conduct actually injured you. This is why it is crucial to get medical help as soon as possible following an accident, even if you do not think you have been harmed too badly. You do not want the defendant to be able to argue that your back ailment was actually brought on by a long day at work after your vehicle accident, rather than the event itself.
What were your losses?
The type of losses you have sustained as a result of the accident must also be taken into account. Again, it is crucial to visit a doctor since you must have a record of your injuries in order to be able to receive compensation for pain and suffering or lost wages as a result of it.
Get a free consultation with an attorney
If you need assistance determining the responses to any of the above questions, get in touch with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer like Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas. To assist you in deciding how to move forward with your case and provide answers to these three crucial questions, attorney Vargas provides free first case reviews.
If you choose to retain Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas as your personal injury lawyer, you will get excellent counsel on a contingency fee basis, and you will not have to pay a dime until he secures a payment for you through settlement talks or in court.
