Personal Injury Claims

Learning the Basics: Personal Injury Law

Start here to get a sense of what "personal injury" means, and the key elements of these kinds of cases.

Personal Injury Law Glossary

Decoding the language of personal injury law, from the insurance process to the courtroom.

What Is a Tort? Tort Law, Tort Claims, and Tort Lawyers

A variety of cases fall under the "tort" umbrella, and not all tort lawyers specialize in personal injury.

How to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit

Five questions that will help you understand how to file a personal injury lawsuit.

Common Kinds of Personal Injury Cases

Almost any accident or incident can lead to a personal injury case, but here are the most common types of claims.

What is the "Duty of Care" in Personal Injury Law?

Proving fault in most personal injury cases means proving that someone breached the "duty of care." Here's what that means.

Intentional Torts vs. Negligence in Personal Injury Cases

Different liability rules exist for injuries ("torts" in legalese) that are committed intentionally versus accidentally.

The Burden of Proof in a Personal Injury Case

What is "by a preponderance of the evidence" and how do you establish it? Learn about the burden of proof requirement in a personal injury lawsuit.

Releasing Your Medical Records in a Personal Injury Case

Medical records play a key role in any personal injury claim, and any relevant records are usually in play.

How Long After an Accident Should You File an Injury Claim?

Make sure you file your injury claim or lawsuit in time - but don't settle before you've received enough medical treatment or healed well enough to understand the impact of your injuries.

What Is an Injury Claim Notification Letter?

Giving notice of an accident and your injuries ensures the responsible party is aware of their potential liability should you file a personal injury claim.

The Independent Medical Examination (IME) in a Personal Injury Claim

In many personal injury cases, the defendant (usually through an insurer) wants the injured claimant to attend an independent medical examination.

Collecting Your Injury Settlement Money or Judgment

Once you've accepted a settlement offer or won your personal injury trial, when will you actually get your money?

Common Defenses to a Personal Injury Claim

If you're filing a personal injury case, be prepared for the other side to raise these arguments as a defense to your claim.

When Your Personal Injury Claim Becomes Fraud

If you're making a personal injury claim, be sure to play by the rules, avoid exaggerating injuries, and steer clear of any hints of fraud.

How to Deal With a Personal Injury Lien

If there is a lien against your personal injury case, your options for resolving it depend on the type of lien holder and the strength of your case.

Can Children Sue and Be Sued For Personal Injury?

How does the law protect children who are hurt in an accident? Who is liable when a minor causes an injury?

What is a Malicious Prosecution Claim?

If a civil or criminal case is wrongfully prosecuted, the defendant in that case may be able to turn around and sue the plaintiff for malicious prosecution.

Lawsuits for Malicious Prosecution or Abuse of Process

If someone has wrongfully sued you or prosecuted you for a crime, you may have a valid malicious prosecution or abuse of process claim.

Injury Lawsuits for STD Infection and Disclosure

If a sexual partner had knowledge of their STD and infected you, they may be liable for damages in a civil lawsuit.

Can I Sue Someone for Falsely Accusing Me of a Crime?

What legal options do you have after having been wrongfully accused of a crime you didn't commit?