From a legal perspective, a personal injury is any life-limiting health challenge that was caused by another party's recklessness or disregard. To qualify as a valid legal claim, there must be verifiable evidence that your injuries were the result of the defendant's actions or negligence. Below, learn more about some of the most common types of injury cases and the kinds of damages you can seek from them.

What Are the Most Common Personal Injury Cases?

1. Slips & Falls

A property owner has a legal responsibility to ensure their premises are safe for people to use. Premises liability issues often come into play with personal injury cases, usually due to slips and falls. These accidents can be caused by conditions such as a slippery sidewalk, a crumbling driveway, damaged flooring, or a lack of handrails. Victims in these cases typically seek damages for present and future medical care, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

2. Car Accidents

In a single year, over two million Americans seek emergency medical care after car accidents, making vehicle collisions the most significant source of personal injury claims. A car accident usually involves a forceful impact at a high rate of speed, which can produce severe injuries and lingering trauma. Damages frequently sought in car accident claims include costs of medical treatment, compensation for lost income, and reimbursement for property damage to the vehicle.

3. Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is a surprisingly regular occurrence, and one that can be quite serious. In fact, it's the third leading cause of death in the United States. Medical malpractice can take any number of forms, such as a misdiagnosis or delay in diagnosis, a surgical error, or mistakes in prescribing or administering medications. Like other types of personal injury cases, a victim in a medical malpractice suit can pursue compensation for their medical costs, lost wages, emotional distress, and loss of consortium or companionship.

If you’re ready to file a personal injury claim and get the compensation you deserve, enlist the guidance of an attorney. Since 1989, the lawyers at Bellotti Law Group, P.C. have been representing clients throughout the Boston Metro area. They offer legal services in all types of injury and accident claims, as well in civil litigation cases and criminal defenses. To schedule a free consultation, call (617) 778-1000 or visit them online.