Throughout history, one of the first duties recognized by a civilized society is the duty of one person to compensate another if they injure them in some way. Some of the ways in that a victim could have claimed justice from the defendant in ancient times would seem barbaric today. In the U.S. today, a victim is entitled to financial compensation from whoever was negligent and responsible for their injury.
It’s possible that when someone is injured, there can be both a criminal and civil case against those responsible. The government is able to impose prison or fines on the defendant, but this does not directly benefit the victim for their suffering and losses. A personal injury lawsuit is how the victim can receive the financial compensation that they are entitled to.
Person Injury Lawsuits
A formal lawsuit is a complaint alleging that the victim was injured because someone else was negligent. For example, lawsuits against auto manufacturers stated that people died or were injured because of a defect in the cars. Medical malpractice claims allege that the medical practitioners did not act as other competent doctors, nurses, or others would have in that situation. Many personal injury cases involve auto crashes caused when one driver is distracted or drunk, not driving with the care that others on the road are entitled to expect.
Going to Court
Some personal injury cases are settled by a judge or jury after being fought for by a Legal Rights Expert in Northampton MA, on behalf of the victim. These cases can take quite a while to conclude in a lengthy and complicated court process.
Settling the Case Out of Court
Most personal injury cases settle before the case actually goes to court. These negotiations involve the defendant, the victim, the insurance companies, and their attorneys. Most of those who have been injured prefer to settle rather than to have to go to court. However, it is inadvisable for a victim to attempt to negotiate on their own behalf. The attorneys and others who negotiate for insurance companies are experts at settling for as little as possible. Victims do much better by having a Legal Rights Expert in Northampton MA, protecting their rights and fighting on their behalf.
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