SPECIAL SECTION:
FA M I LY
LAW
PERSONAL INJURY LAW
Personal injury or tort lawsuits refer to injuries to the body, mind, or
emotional well-being of an individual. Typically, in a personal injury
suit, an individual (defendant) who has caused harm compensates
the individual (plaintiff) who suffered the harm. Damages awarded
to the plaintiff are often negotiated and agreed upon by both parties
or ordered by a judge. It is important to act quickly when you’ve been
injured to protect your rights, as there are time limits, called statute
of limitations, that vary by state that confine your opportunity to take
action.
What is the most common personal injury case?
Answer: Automobile accidents. F