Personal injury law is one of the broadest practice areas in the legal profession. It encompasses so many different kinds of cases that those who practice it often focus solely on just one or two types, like motor vehicle collisions or medical malpractice. Below, the team at Patton & Hyder PLLC in Crossville, TN, lists some of the most common scenarios that result in personal injury claims.

5 Types of Personal Injury Cases 

1. Car Accident

Auto wrecks make up a significant portion of all personal injury claims because they are so common. Depending on the circumstances of a collision, accident victims may be able to sue the other motorists, the manufacturer of one of the vehicles involved, or the government entity responsible for maintaining the roads where the crash occurred.

2. Premises Liability

Property owners must maintain their premises to a certain standard, so those who visit do not sustain injuries. This includes inspecting the property regularly for any damage and making repairs as needed. If they fail to do so, it is considered negligence, and they could be liable for any damages that occur as a result.

3. Medical Malpractice

Healthcare providers who breach the duty of care are financially liable for any damages that result. Unfortunately, medical malpractice occurs far more often than it should, and in certain cases, the substandard care has devastating consequences. Common kinds of medical malpractice include misdiagnoses, medication mistakes, and surgical errors.

4. Defective Product

Unlike other accident victims, those who are injured while using a defective product do not have to prove negligence. In the legal world, this concept is known as strict liability, which means even if the manufacturers appeared to do everything right at every stage of production, they could still be responsible for any injuries a consumer sustains while using their product as advertised.

5. Dog Bite

Dog bite cases are also built around the concept of strict liability. Victims do not have to prove that the dog owner or handler was negligent to recover compensation for their injuries. They merely have to demonstrate that they sustained injuries and were not trespassing at the time of the incident.

If you were hurt in any of the above scenarios, turn to Patton & Hyder PLLC. Based in Crossville, this general practice firm serves clients throughout East Tennessee. In addition to personal injury law, their areas of expertise include criminal defense, Social Security disability law, and estate planning. Visit their website to explore all the legal services they provide, and call (931) 787-1333 to schedule an initial consultation with a personal injury attorney today.