Claim

What is a Claim?

A claim is a legal action concerning physical or mental harm suffered by the plaintiff due to the defendant’s negligence. In the case of insurance claims, it is a request made by the insured to the insurance company for coverage and compensation for damage or injury. A claim is sometimes also referred to as a Cause of Action.

What is a Claim?

What is a Claim?

Cornell Law School’s Legal Information Institute defines a claim as, “a set of operative facts creating a right enforceable in court.” Making a claim is how the process of a plaintiff filing a lawsuit and eventually receiving damages from a defendant begins. A claim must be present in order for a lawsuit to go forward. If one is not present in a specific instance, then that lawsuit will be dismissed. Examples of types of claims include claims to insurance companies, personal injury claims in cases of negligence, claims on breaches of contract, property claims, and employment claims such as unpaid wages, wrongful termination, or discrimination. A defendant may make a counterclaim against the claim of a plaintiff.

Claims can sometimes be dismissed even if there is an intent to file a lawsuit. Rulings in cases such as  Ashcroft v. IQBAL and Bell Atlantic v. Twombly have determined that claims need to contain important information. They must be plausible on their own and establish a likelihood of liability. This is how claims can lead to fair compensation, resolution of disputes, and protection of rights.

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Dump Truck Accident Lawyer

Injured in an Accident With a Dump Truck? Munley Law Can Help

Dump trucks, typically used for transporting loose materials to and from construction sites, pose a danger to other drivers on the road due to their size and weight. When you get into an accident with a dump truck, you could be facing debilitating injuries and huge expenses that you were not expecting. It may be difficult to obtain compensation on your own. If you or someone you love suffer a serious injury in an accident with a dump truck, consult a dump truck accident lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys to assist you with your .

For more than 60  years, Munley Law has been the go-to Pennsylvania truck accident law firm. Our attorneys are nationally recognized as leaders in trucking law. We’ve achieved millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our truck injury clients across the United States. […]

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Overloaded Truck Accident Lawyer

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Injured in an accident with an overloaded truck? Let Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys help

If you or a loved one experienced an accident due to an overloaded truck, we have plenty of information you may be looking for. The truck accident lawyers at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys understand that you may be experiencing physical and emotional pain, compounded by financial expenses and losses, due to an accident involving an overloaded truck. We encourage you to contact Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys for a free consultation to discuss the details of your case and to give our skilled attorneys the opportunity to advocate for you.

The overloaded truck accident lawyers at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys have established a special focus on these unique types of cases. We have decades of experience winning cases against major transportation companies. Our trucking accident attorneys are dedicated experts in aggressively pursuing the justice and compensation that our clients deserve. […]

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UPS Truck Accident Lawyer

Collided with a UPS Truck? Call a Truck Accident Lawyer Today.

The United Parcel Service, or UPS, delivers packages and letters quickly across the country. This is an important service with great benefits. Unfortunately, the pressure to deliver on time can lead many UPS drivers to speed and disobey rules, causing accidents.

If you or a loved one were injured in a UPS truck accident, or if a family member was killed, contact an experienced UPS truck accident lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys or via our online form for a free, no-obligation consultation as soon as possible. We are happy to discuss the circumstances of your injuries, help you understand your legal options, and provide a free case evaluation.

Types of UPS Truck Accidents

UPS Truck Accident LawyerThe most common kinds of UPS truck accidents are:

  • Blindspot collisions.  […]

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FedEx Truck Accident Lawyer

In an accident with a FedEx truck? Hire an experienced truck accident lawyer today.

FedEx offers an important service, allowing packages to be delivered to consumers and businesses throughout the United States quickly. Unfortunately, the pressure to make deliveries on time can lead many FedEx drivers to speed and disobey laws, causing accidents. When you get into an accident with a FedEx truck, you may not know what your next steps should be. Who is to blame for your accident and how can you be properly compensated for your injuries?

If you or a loved one were injured in a FedEx , or if a family member was killed, contact an experienced FedEx truck accident lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys for a free, no-obligation consultation as soon as possible. We are happy to discuss the circumstances of your injuries, […]

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Commercial Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer

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The Nation’s Leading Truck Crash Lawyers

When you’ve been injured or lost a loved one in an accident with a commercial semi truck, your choice of lawyer matters. These cases should only be handled by qualified experts, and not all personal injury lawyers are equipped to handle commercial semi cases. Our attorneys’ specialized knowledge and depth of experience with heavy trucking cases are what set Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys apart.

attorney robert munley standing with arms crossedAt Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, two of our lawyers (Marion Munley and Daniel Munley) have served as Chair of the American Association for Justice (AAJ) Trucking Group. We are among an elite group of lawyers board certified in truck accident law. Lawyers around the country turn to us to assist with their most complex commercial truck cases against powerful transportation companies. Our reputation as the nation’s leading truck accident team was earned through decades of success in achieving landmark settlements and trial verdicts. […]

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