Personal injury is an area of law designed to protect those harmed by the negligence, recklessness, malpractice, or inaction of others. Also called tort law, personal injury law encompasses a full range of legal claims, from wrongful death, auto accidents, and medical malpractice, to defective drugs, product liability, and slip and fall cases. The victim of another party's negligence may file a personal injury claim for physical injury, emotional distress, and, on occasion, for property damages. Further, in some cases - such as those involving medical malpractice or wrongful death - the family of the injured or deceased can file suit on behalf of their loved one.

Do You Have a Case?
The following claims fall under the heading of personal injury*:

• Wrongful Death- when a loved one or other party is killed as a result of another's negligence, the family of the deceased often has grounds for a wrongful death claim.
• Auto Accidents- auto accidents are the most prevalent cause of personal injury claims. As a driver or passenger in an auto accident, as well as a pedestrian involved in an auto accident, you or your loved one may be entitled to compensation for pain, suffering, and injury caused by the negligence and careless actions of another party.
• Semi Truck Accidents- semi-truck accidents account for a majority of horrific injuries related to automobile accidents. The unique circumstances and laws surrounding trucking accidents can be cause for complicated liability that will require skilled legal counsel.
• Product Injury- defective products, including drug and medical devices, may cause serious personal injury to unsuspecting consumers/patients. To understand your legal rights and the far reaches of your claim, it is important that your case be thoroughly investigated.
• Motorcycle Accidents- motorcycle accidents often result in severe consequences to its rider and their passenger. Because insurance companies often attribute some form of negligence toward the operator of the motorcycle, it is important to know your legal rights.
• Burn Cases- burn victims not only must rely on perserverance and dedication to ensure they return to optimal health, they must also ensure that their rights are protected throughout the long recovery process that often accompanies their injuries.
• Medical Malpractice- a doctor, his/her staff, and the facility in which they practice can often be the setting for medical mistakes, thus making them the defendant in a malpractice claim. It is important to know that these cases are often complex and require a large amount of time and resources to pursue. It is important that a victim of a medical mistake retain experienced legal counsel.
• Brain Injury- due to the number of congitive after effects associated with brain injuries, it is important that the victim and their family not settle their claim with the negligent party until their case has been thoroughly examined by a highly skilled law firm.
• Slip and Fall Injury- when someone injures himself while on another person's property, the owner of the property can be held liable for their injuries. Slip and fall cases are also commonly referred to as premises liability.
• Dog Bite Injury- an owner(s) of a dog that injures another person can often be held liable for any personal injury the victim may sustain. These injuries may also include the psychological trauma that often accompanies animal attacks.
• Birth Injury-the emotional trauma associated with this type of personal injury can be devastating to the victim and their loved ones. Taking the proper steps to ensure that your rights are protected is imperative.
• Prescription Drug Injury- defective drugs, and those with serious side effects, that are the subject of a drug recall can cause serious personal injury to an unsuspecting victim. It is important that you and your loved ones be aware of your rights and the possible recourse that is available to you should you suffer the after effects of a prescritpion drug injury.
• Social Security- people that deserve social security benefits are often denied after filing their intital application. It is not uncommon that people are denied repeatedly. By obtaining a knowledgable attorney to help you navigate the complex social security laws, you greatly increase your odds in receiving deserved Social Security benefits.

* Personal injury is a broad, evolving area of law. If you do not see your particular claim here, it is still wise to speak to the law offices of Keller and Keller in order to receive trusted legal advice.

How to Proceed with Your Personal Injury Lawsuit

If you are considering pursuing a personal injury lawsuit, it is wise to speak with the law offices of Keller and Keller for legal advice, as our firm possesses the experience and skill needed to help you build your case and recover the compensation you deserve. However, be aware of the statutes of limitations laws that apply to your state. Every personal injury claim must be filed within a certain amount of time or it will expire; if a claim expires, it will be barred forever and you will lose your chance to collect compensation for your injuries.