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Pennsylvania Personal Injury Law Frequently Asked QuestionsThe following information includes frequently asked personal injury questions. The answers stated are general in nature and are not intended to apply to every personal injury situation. Each case is different and carries its own set of circumstances which must be taken into consideration by competent legal counsel. By contacting the Media, Pennsylvania personal injury lawyers of Brooks, Bradley & Kenney, you can receive a free personal consultation regarding your specific claim. If I have been injured in a vehicle accident, how do I know if I need an attorney? If you have been seriously injured in Media, Pennsylvania, or within the surrounding areas of Pennsylvania , and are unsure about the outcome of your injury, consult with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Make sure this is done before you give any official statements or sign papers of any kind. Pennsylvania laws require filing a lawsuit within a specific period of time. Depending upon the circumstances of your case, you may be prohibited from filing a lawsuit and obtaining any compensation for your injuries if you delay. The Pennsylvania serious injury lawyers of Brooks, Bradley & Kenney can advise you on the applicable laws for your injury case. How much does Brooks, Bradley & Kenney charge for personal injury or wrongful death counsel? Brooks, Bradley & Kenney has very competitive prices, which fall within the range of the industry standard, and tailors fee arrangements for each client's needs. Due to the nature of law, each case is unique and the Firm supplies various fee structures to accommodate each client and each client's case based upon:
The Pennsylvania wrongful death attorneys of Brooks, Bradley & Kenney give every case individual attention and will work with you to find the best rate plan. There will be no hidden costs. You will be informed of the fees for your case during your free initial consultation with a Pennsylvania fatal accident lawyer of Brooks, Bradley & Kenney. What is Personal Injury? Personal injury is any physical or mental injury to a person that results from another person’s negligence or harmful act. Personal injury involves civil law cases as opposed to criminal law cases which involve a defendant and the state of Pennsylvania. Personal injury can occur in a wide variety of ways. The following are some of the most common accidents resulting in personal injury:
What financial compensation can I recover in a personal injury claim? Personal injury accident victims are entitled to recover monetary damages for all losses and expenses sustained as the result of an accident. Depending upon the particular circumstances of your case, damages may include recovery for any of the following:
Under what circumstances can a wrongful death occur? Wrongful Death Law provides financial compensation to the family of a person whose death was caused by the negligent, willful or wrongful act of another. Wrongful death cases are filed as a result of a variety of situations, including:
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit? A wrongful death case alleges that the decedent was killed as a result of the negligence of the defendant, and that the decedent's immediate family members (often called "distributees") are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant's conduct. The most common distributees are surviving spouses and children, and sometimes parents. Pecuniary (financial) injury is the main way damages in wrongful death cases are computed. Courts interpret "pecuniary injuries" as including the loss of support, services, lost prospect of inheritance and medical and funeral expenses. Punitive damages may also be awarded in cases of serious or malicious wrongdoing to punish the wrongdoer, and/or deter others from behaving similarly. How is pecuniary loss determined in a wrongful death lawsuit? Pecuniary, or financial, loss is the main measure of damages in a wrongful death lawsuit. Courts have determined pecuniary damages to include the loss of support, services, lost prospect of inheritance, and medical and funeral expenses. To determine pecuniary loss, the Court must consider the age, character and condition of the decedent, his or her earning capacity, life expectancy, intelligence and health, as well as the circumstances of the inheritors. Typically, the main consideration in awarding pecuniary damages is the decedent's circumstances at the time of death. For example, when an adult wage earner with dependants dies, the major parts of the recovery are loss of income and loss of parental guidance. What should I do if I've been injured in a slip & fall accident? Most businesses and homeowners carry liability insurance to protect them in the event that someone is injured while on their property. The owner or possessor of a residence, land, or place of business has the duty to exercise reasonable care for the protection of those individuals who are invited to come upon the premises; i.e. individuals visiting for business or pleasure. In such cases, the owner, company or person must inspect the premises to discover any dangerous conditions and warn the invitee of dangers upon said premises. Those injured by a negligent owner or possessor of a premises may recover damages for their injuries, including loss of income, medical expenses, pain and suffering, etc. If you or someone you know in Media, Pennsylvania, or within the surrounding cities and counties of Pennsylvania, needs the representation and skilled legal advice of an experienced personal injury lawyer, please contact Brooks, Bradley & Kenney today, at 866-748-9618, or complete the contact form provided on this site to begin your free consultation with a seasoned Pennsylvania personal injury law firm. Brooks, Bradley & Kenney are capable of providing written communication in all major languages, as well as providing interpretation services if necessary. |