Rogers Personal Injury Lawyers
Many of the personal injuries Arkansas residents sustain result from being involved in a preventable accident. A friend, neighbor, or citizen dies every three minutes due to a fall, drug overdose, or a car crash. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), unintentional accidents are consistently among the top causes of death in the country. Injured victims need to seek professional guidance from an attorney. When you contact our team, we help you understand the extent of your legal rights.
Personal injuries and accident trends
Of the 31 million Americans who are injured and require treatment every year, at least two million are severely injured and require hospitalization.
According to the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA), 5.5 million car crashes happen every year and result in at least 40,000 fatalities and 3 million injuries. Car crashes are the leading cause of death in the U.S. for those under 55, and 52 percent of personal injury cases result from an auto accident. The NHTSA also reports that truck accidents cause 60,000 injuries and 5,000 deaths yearly.
At the Law Office of Jason M. Hatfield, P.A., we have reputable and highly experienced Rogers personal injury lawyers. Contact us today.
What are my options in a personal injury case?
You may have been involved in a severe accident and decide to bring a legal claim to demand compensation. As someone who initiates a personal injury case, you are considered the plaintiff. In a personal injury case, the other party is not always accused of malice but rather negligence in the disregard for the safety of others. The plaintiff may seek to file a personal injury claim to have the negligent person pay for medical bills and other related costs. The help of a Rogers personal injury lawyer is recommended when filing a lawsuit.
The circumstances of every case can be different depending on the severity of injuries and type of injuries sustained after a crash. A Rogers personal injury lawyer will discuss your case in detail, gather crucial evidence, and prepare a strong case for mediation or trial.
Common injuries in personal injury cases
Common injuries from product liability cases include carbon monoxide poisoning, pediatric poisoning, fire, and electrocution. According to a U.S. National Fire Report, cooling and heating equipment fires are the second-most common cause of residential fires, with an average of 41,000 fires. Additional common personal injuries include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Amputations
- Crush injuries
- Back and spinal cord injuries
- Fractures & broken bones
- Internal organ damage
- Deep disfiguring cuts and scarring
- Burns
- Nerve damage
- Paralysis
- Penetrating wounds from flying objects
- Airbag injuries, including broken nose and/or jaw dislocations
Personal injuries are very common and each year across the nation, roughly 39 million Americans need medical treatment for a wide range of such injuries. Of great concern is the fact that medical errors and accidental injuries are the third leading cause of death.
Types of personal injury cases.
Sustaining an injury after a severe accident can be a very stressful experience. Most people considering a personal injury lawsuit have little to no experience with the process. Going through the personal injury process with an expert attorney can make the process less intimidating & more manageable. Here are some of the most common types of personal injury claims we handle.
Car accidents
There are 172 crashes a day in Arkansas, which works out to an average of 62,729 collisions in an average year, or 5,277 accidents a month and 1,206 crashes every week. There is a crash in Arkansas every 8 minutes and 20 seconds on average. Car crashes can result in traumatic brain injury, broken bones, crush injuries, and amputations.
Nursing home abuse & neglect
When a senior is placed in a nursing home facility, they are expected to be taken care of. However, nursing home staff can often neglect seniors and mistreat them. Lack of medication, improper changing of bed positions and sheets, or excessive use of restraints can be determining factors for pursuing a personal injury case.
Product liability
Workplace accidents
There are at least 300,000 personal injury accidents every year in the construction industry, resulting in approximately 1,000 deaths. If a worker is injured or dies, they cannot bring a personal injury lawsuit against their employer. They must file a claim with the Arkansas Workers’ Compensation Commission (AWCC).
However, if a construction worker believes an employer was negligent, the employer could be held accountable for punitive damages. Please speak with an attorney today and let us determine the next best steps. Call today to learn more about your options at (479) 361-3575.
Wrongful death
A person can file a wrongful death claim if an individual has died due to another’s negligence. Most wrongful death claims are filed in the wake of death from a truck, motorcycle, car, construction, or defective product accident that caused a death.
However, other accidents may involve wrongful death, such as slip-and-fall accidents, nursing home abuse, neglect accidents, bicycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents.
Winning any injury case, like a car accident lawsuit, depends on proving the following four elements:
- Duty – The defendant owed a legal duty of care to the plaintiff.
- Breach of Duty – The defendant breached that duty.
- Causation – The defendant’s action or inaction caused the plaintiff’s injuries.
- Damages – The defendant’s action or inaction directly harmed the plaintiff.
Personal injury cases depend on proving negligence
In a personal injury case, proving negligence is the cornerstone to obtaining fair and equitable compensation. A Rogers personal injury lawyer strives to prove that the defendant owed the survivor plaintiff a duty of care, that the defendant did not take care or breached their duty, that because they breached their duty of care, you were injured, and that your injuries were the direct cause of their breach of duty.
The timeframe for a personal injury case can vary depending on the type of incident, the severity of injuries, and the willingness of the opposing party to reach an agreement. After hiring an experienced personal injury Rogers lawyer, we will work with you to gather crucial evidence, prepare documents for discovery, and prepare for court dates. We will be with you every step of the way.
Experience. Dedication. Compassion.
20 years of legal experience in helping personal injury victims
Call the Law Office of Jason M. Hatfield, P.A. (479) 361-3575 to schedule your free initial consultation with an experienced Rogers personal injury lawyer. Let us handle the legal side of things while you focus on getting well. We will help you understand your legal rights, prepare a compelling case on your behalf, and help you recover from your injuries. By calling us today, you pay nothing. We offer free consultations and will determine what works best for your situation.