PHILADELPHIA PERSONAL INJURY Attorney

DEDICATED TO HELPING CLIENTS SEEK COMPENSATION IN PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS

A personal injury claim is the legal system’s answer to negligence. If you’ve experienced an injury caused by the negligence of a third party, you could be entitled to compensation through litigation. Victims can file a personal injury lawsuit to require the responsible party to make amends by paying compensation to cover lost wages and accident-related medical expenses. The Philadelphia personal injury lawyers at Four Rivers Law Firm understand the stress of being unable to work due to injury. When you’re forced to stay home and recuperate, you could lose your job, self-esteem, and financial security. You don’t deserve to suffer for an accident that you didn’t cause. 

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COMMON TYPES OF PERSONAL INJURY CASES WE HANDLE

If you have been injured in an accident, having a qualified and experienced personal injury lawyer in Philadelphia on your side is imperative for ensuring that all of your legal rights are protected. At Four Rivers Law Firm, we are equiped to handle various types of personal injury claims and have years of experience helping clients get the compensation they need to move forward with their lives after suffering injuries caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. 

TYPES OF PERSONAL INJURY CASES:

• Auto Accidents: When drivers ignore driving regulations or operate their vehicle while in a compromised condition, they could be held responsible for accidents caused by their actions. 
• Wrongful Death Suits: When someone is found responsible for another person’s death because of their intentional actions or gross negligence, the victim’s family may have cause to file a wrongful death lawsuit. 
• Boating Accidents: Boating accidents caused by negligent operators pose a consistent problem on most waterways. Boating incidents are typically caused by carelessness, operator ignorance, and disregard for regulations. When operators cause injuries to innocent parties, those parties may be entitled to file a suit for damages. 
• Truck Accidents: Large commercial trucks, like tractor-trailers, eighteen-wheelers, and transport vehicles, can cause catastrophic injuries when they are involved in accidents with passenger cars and trucks. 
• Motorcycle Accidents: Motorcycle accidents are prevalent, and operators are 27 times more like to experience fatal outcomes in accidents than those in passenger vehicles. Motorcycle drivers and passengers are more vulnerable to accidental injury and death because they have few protections when experiencing a high-velocity crash. 

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, personal injury victims and claimants generally have two years from the date of the incident to file their claim or lawsuit. After that period, personal injury cases become “time-barred,” meaning court proceedings can often no longer be pursued and such claims will often be dismissed.  It’s best to consult with our Philadelphia attorney who is familiar with personal injury law in Pennsylvania to better understand the circumstances regarding your specific case.

Types of Damages in Personal Injury Cases

In personal injury cases, damages are generally awarded as monetary compensation for losses suffered by an individual. Those who are found legally responsible for an accident, due to negligence or reckless conduct, are often responsible for providing compensation to the claimant based on damages accrued, this can include medical expenses and lost wages. Furthermore, prospective claimants in Pennsylvania may receive damages for pain and suffering caused by their injuries. Ultimately personal injury damages can help individuals regain some measure of financial stability after suffering serious injuries from someone else's negligence.

UNDERSTANDING THE TYPES OF DAMAGES:

• Economic Damages - Economic damages are intended to compensate an injured person for their financial losses. This can include lost wages, medical bills, and any other out-of-pocket expenses that were incurred as a result of the injury. In some cases, economic damages may also include future losses, such as the loss of earning capacity if an injury prevents a person from working.
• Non-Economic Damages - Non-economic damages are intended to compensate an injured person for their non-financial losses. This can include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of consortium. Non-economic damages are typically more difficult to quantify than economic damages, as they do not have a direct financial value.
• Punitive Damages - Punitive damages are intended to punish a wrongdoer for their actions and deter others from engaging in similar conduct. Punitive damages are typically only awarded in cases where the defendant’s actions were particularly egregious, such as when they were drunk or committed intentional harm.

PHILADELPHIA PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER AT FOUR RIVERS LAW FIRM

At Four Rivers Law Firm, our Philadelphia personal injury lawyer can review your case and help you create a strategy to reach your legal goals. We know that no amount of money can bring back a loved one or change the terrible accident you’ve experienced, but compensation can help you recover mentally, physically, and financially.

 Schedule a time for a consultation, so our team can provide more information about our services. Contact our Philadelphia personal injury lawyer today!