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Personal Injury Claims: What You Should Know

Enduring an injury of any kind can be a daunting and overwhelming experience, sometimes even limiting you from being able to go about your day-to-day. An injury can have not only physical repercussions but emotional, psychological, social and financial.

As some individuals may not know, in instances where injuries are caused due to another person's negligence, you can claim against the incident for any losses sustained. One of the main questions surrounding personal injury claims is "do I need a lawyer for my personal injury claim?".

More often than not, the answer is yes.

Due to the complex nature of personal injury claims, the expertise of an experienced lawyer ensures you get the care and attention you need, while we handle the legalities, taking the guesswork out of the process.

Why you should hire a lawyer for a personal injury claim

Our team at Prominent Lawyers are well-rounded and well-resourced when it comes to compensation and personal injury matters. Our experience ranges from motor vehicle accidents and animal attacks to workplace injuries and more.

Some benefits of hiring a lawyer for your personal injury claim include the following:

  • Knowledge of people handling the matter
  • Ability to provide legal advice that best suits you and your interests
  • A fair settlement
  • Time to only focus on a healthy recovery

Personal injury claims you can claim for

Personal injury claims vary in nature, however here are the most common:

Worker's compensation

This form of compensation relates to those individuals who have been physically or psychologically injured as a result of the nature of their work. The compensation can also be claimed for those with pre-existing conditions or injuries that may have become worse or more significant over time due to the working environment, conditions or activities.

Public liability claims

These types of claims cover the losses sustained from injuries in any public area and building such as rental properties and business premises. It is important to note that all public areas are required to have public liability insurance in case an individual sustains any injuries in the presence of their premises. 

Motor vehicle accident claims

Motor vehicle accidents can lead to a ranging severity of both physical and psychological injury. Suppose you're a person involved in an accident (whether you're a driver, cyclist or pedestrian). In that case, you could be eligible for compensation regardless of how minor the accident may appear to be.

Medical negligence claims

These types of claims can be made against any medical practitioner, hospital or healthcare professional of which you have experienced negligent medical treatment or if you've received any injury while in their care. 

Obtaining a personal injury claim requires some evidence and paperwork. Therefore, contacting legal experts is your best option. Selecting a qualified and experienced lawyer is crucial in ensuring you receive substantial representation and an overall deserving outcome. Some things to look for when choosing a personal injury lawyer include:

  • A lawyer that specialises in the area of your case - the more knowledge the better the outcome
  • The amount of experience our lawyers have - whether or not they've been in the industry for a while
  • A lawyer who is willing to teach and advise you of your rights as well as the type of compensation you're entitled to
  • A lawyer with a good reputation

Looking to make a claim for a personal injury you've experienced? Prominent Lawyers have got you covered.

To protect yourself and to ensure that you secure the best possible defence, representation and compensatory outcome, get in touch with our lawyers today.