The law recognizes that everyone has a responsibility to consider the well-being of those around them, a principle known as “duty of care.” For example, drivers are required to follow the rules of the road for the sake of everyone’s safety. When one person’s failure to follow the duty of care results in injury to another, personal injury law provides the victim with legal remedies.

According to Salerno & Associates, personal injury attorneys in Omaha, NE, most cases arise because an individual failed to take the necessary steps that a reasonable person would have taken in the same situation to protect others. Some of the more common examples include automobile accidents, unsafe premises injuries, assault, medical malpractice, and product liability.

In extremely dangerous situations, strict liability applies, meaning an organization can be held responsible for someone else's injuries even if reasonable safety precautions were taken. In most cases, building demolition and transportation of hazardous waste are considered strict liability situations, and some states hold dog owners strictly liable if their dog causes injury to another.

In many states, the defendant can reduce the value of the injured party's claim if they can demonstrate that the victim's damages were caused by their own negligent actions. In Nebraska, if the injured party was 50 % at fault or more, they will not be able to recover against the other party for their injuries. If the injured party is less than 50% at fault, they can still recover, but the jury will have the opportunity to reduce the final verdict amount by the percentage of fault on the part of the victim. 

For over 30 years, Salerno & Associates has been going to bat for injury victims throughout the Omaha area. If you have been injured due to someone else's negligence, Terry Salerno & Danny Leavitt will do everything in their power to help you collect the compensation you deserve. To schedule a consultation with a skilled personal injury attorney, visit their website or call (402) 502-9002.