PERSONAL INJURY

Personal injuries can have a devastating effect on the life of the injured individual and his or her family. They can lead to physical and emotional pain, high medical bills and lost wages. In severe cases, they can even lead to the tragic loss of life.

The injured party is entitled to recover damages for the loss he or she may suffer if the injury occurred through no fault of their own and as a result of the negligence or intentional act of a third party. Often an insurance company represents the interests of the responsible party and being in business to make a profit, the insurance company will have their own best interest in mind and will make every effort to minimize the amount they pay on an injured party´s claim. An injured party who is not aware of his or her rights runs the risk of being burdened with high medicals bills, settling for an unfairly low amount or even losing all of his or her rights in a claim.

At Abacus Law, we have the experience to fight for your rights and obtain the compensation you deserve. We are dedicated to helping our clients get back, if at all possible, to the lives they had before they were injured.

Get a free consultation with Abacus Law if you or a loved one has been injured as a result of:

Motor Vehicle Accidents

  • Car accident
  • Motorcycle accident
  • Truck accident
  • Pedestrian accident
  • Bike accident
  • Mass transit accident
  • Personal watercraft accident

Premises Liability

Premises liability cases can be filed when an individual suffers injuries that should have been prevented while on another´s property. The most common type of premises liability lawsuits involve slip and fall cases; these refer to instances in which an individual suffers injuries from a fall that was caused by a wet or slippery floor, loose flooring, carpeting or electrical cords, loose railings or dangerous stair steps.

Product Liability

A designer, manufacturer, distributor, wholesaler, or retailer that places a product in the hands of the public has the obligation of ensuring that the product is safe for public use. In cases where a dangerous or defective product causes an injury, the injured party may be eligible for compensation. Examples of product liability cases include:

  • Auto, truck and motorcycle defects
  • Dangerous drugs and medical devices
  • Defective toys and home appliances

Workplace Injuries

If you have suffered injuries in your workplace, you may be entitled to benefits under the Workers Compensation law. Such benefits include reimbursement for lost earnings during recovery from an injury, payment of medical expenses, and compensation for any permanent impairment or disability. Abacus Law can help determine your eligibility for these benefits and assist you in receiving an equitable payment for your injuries.

Possible work-related injuries include:

  • Exposure to toxic chemicals or fumes
  • Hypertension
  • Repetitive physical stress, such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Death or dismemberment

Medical Malpractice

When a person is injured as a result of a medical error made by a hospital, doctor or other medical professional, they may be eligible for compensation if it can be shown that the medical care that caused the injuries fell below the accepted community standards. Examples of medical malpractice cases include:

  • Surgical mistakes
  • Failure to provide necessary treatment
  • Misdiagnoses or delay in a diagnosis
  • Nursing negligence