Do I Have a Personal Injury Claim?

    ORLANDO, FL, December 15, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- There are many different types of personal injury, but the value of making a claim rests with whether you, as a person, were injured as a result of someone else's negligence. Personal injury can be distinguished from property damage, in which something you own is damaged. Personal injury refers to damage to your body, mind or emotions.

Common Types of Personal Injury

Anytime you are injured by the negligent actions of others, you may have a personal injury claim. Some common types of personal injury include:

- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Amputation
- Slip and fall injuries
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Pain and suffering

Of course, an injury can be any type of bodily or mental harm imaginable. Typically, personal injury claims deal with harm that costs you in some way. Compensation is awarded based on how the injury has impacted your life. When determining if you have a personal injury claim, an attorney will look at:

- Any current and future medical bills resulting from your injury.
- Lost income if your injury prevented you from working.
- Whether your injury has disabled you so that you will be unable to fulfill job duties as you did previously.
- If you are experiencing pain and suffering because of your injury.

These things are usually what compensation is provided for. If your injury has not affected you in any way, you may not have a personal injury claim; however, it is important to consult an attorney before deciding whether to pursue a claim. An attorney may discover details about your injury you had not considered, and they have the experience and knowledge to determine whether a claim is appropriate.

The Elements of Negligence

If you think you may have suffered this type of injury, the next thing to consider is whether three basic elements are present (you can also consult an attorney, who will evaluate these elements for you):

- You suffered an injury.
- A negligent party caused your injury.
- You are facing expenses as a result of your injury.

These are the key elements of personal injury claims and any legal claims based on negligence, which is the carelessness of another person, group, or company. The only way you can pursue compensation for your personal injury is if your injury was caused by someone else's negligence.

To learn more about personal injury representation in Orlando, Florida, please visit the website of the Law Offices of Michael Barszcz, M.D., J.D at www.themdjd.com.

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