Sustaining unanticipated injuries can be costly. Even with adequate health insurance coverage, you could lose out on thousands of dollars in lost wages while recovering. Depending on the circumstances of the accident, however, it may be possible to secure compensation for these kinds of damages. Here is what you should know about personal injury law so you can build a winning claim. 

Proving Negligence

Most successful personal injury claims are based on negligence. You must demonstrate that the opposing party owed you a duty of care that they, then, failed to provide. For example, all motorists have an obligation to follow local traffic laws. But if, for example, your attorney can gather evidence that the other driver was texting prior to the collision you were both involved in, that information will help support your suit. Slipping and falling cases, product defects which caused harm, and medical accidents can also fall under this category of the law.

Demonstrating Damages 

Negligence alone is not enough to warrant a claim under personal injury law. You must also provide evidence that you incurred losses as a direct result of the opposing party’s breach. This may include medical expenses, lost income, property damage, or pain and suffering. The damages can be monetary or non-monetary in nature, but they must have occurred, specifically, as a result of the other person's actions or inaction. 

If you were hurt because of someone else’s negligence, talk to the attorneys from Seiler & Parker P.C., L.L.O who can help substantiate your claim. Located in Hastings and Clay Center, this Nebraska-based firm offers a broad range of legal services for both individuals and businesses. Their areas of focus include personal injury law, estate planning, contract law, criminal defense, and family law. To request your free consultation, fill out the form on their website or call (402) 463-3125.