WHAT IS A PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUIT

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A personal injury lawsuit is a legal action filed by someone who has suffered harm or injury due to another party's negligence or intentional actions, seeking compensation for their damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, from the responsible party; essentially, it's a civil case where an injured individual sues the person or entity they believe caused their injury. 

Key points about personal injury lawsuits

Basis for claim

Most personal injury claims are based on negligence, meaning the defendant failed to exercise reasonable care, leading to the plaintiff's injury. 

Plaintiff and defendant

The injured person is called the "plaintiff" and the party responsible for the injury is the "defendant". 

Types of injuries

Personal injury cases can involve various injuries like car accident injuries, slip and falls, workplace accidents, product liability issues, and more. 

Damages sought

Compensation in a personal injury lawsuit can include economic damages (medical bills, lost wages) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress).