What is a Loss?
A loss is the monetary value assigned to an injury or damage in a personal injury claim, including pain and suffering, past and future income, future medical care, at-home assistance, current medical bills, etc.
According to Black’s Law Dictionary, “loss” is defined as “the harm or damage resulting from an injury; the deprivation or detriment to an owner or possessor as a result of a judgment or voluntary transfer of property.” As such, loss is often a broad term in law, encompassing both tangible and intangible impacts as loss can come from a variety of forms of damages.
Legal principles governing loss aim to provide remedies, compensation, or restitution to individuals or entities adversely affected by wrongful acts, accidents, or adverse events. Loss can include economic loss, personal loss or property loss. The assessment of loss often involves evaluating evidence, calculating damages, and applying legal standards to determine liability and appropriate remedies in civil litigation or legal disputes. As a legal term, loss underscores the importance of addressing and mitigating the impacts of losses through legal recourse and equitable remedies in accordance with applicable laws and judicial principles.
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What to Do If Dangerous Weather Caused a Pennsylvania Truck Accident
Driving in the winter or under various dangerous weather conditions can be a challenge, regardless of the vehicle you’re driving. Rain, snow, sleet, fog, and sun glare can all affect driver performance. Conditions affecting visibility and traction entail longer brake times with an increased chance of losing control of the vehicle.
If you find yourself involved in a truck accident caused by dangerous weather conditions, your immediate priority should be safety—move to a secure location if possible and call emergency services right away. Following the accident, document the weather conditions with photos and gather witness information, as these details will be critical when working with insurance companies or Pennsylvania truck crash attorneys to establish how weather factors contributed to the accident.
The Dangerous Combination of Large Commercial Semi-Trucks and Adverse Weather Conditions
There are over 120,903 linear miles of roadways across Pennsylvania, […]
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Jessica Roe v. ABC Trucking Company and John Smith
Plaintiff, Jessica Roe, brought a claim against ABC Trucking Company and its driver, John Smith, which was recently settled for the sum of $9 Million.
Mrs. Roe claimed that ABC Trucking Company and its driver were negligent when they rearended her car which was stopped in traffic in a construction zone.
Mrs. Roe suffered the following injuries: thoracic aortic transection requiring emergent surgical repair; comminuted/displaced left tibia/fibula fracture requiring surgery with hardware; fracture of the right elbow; multiple rib fractures; right scapula fracture; right pleural effusion and lung contusions; abdominal wall abscess/fistulas with traumatic ulceration and abscess requiring 17 surgeries and wound vacuum; complicated surgery to remove right kidney due to abdominal trauma, multiple abdominal surgeries, multiple infections, and scar tissue; perforated bowel; perforated bladder; colon perforation; malnutrition; staph infections; sepsis; MRSA; hair loss due to long term intravenous antibiotics and medications, multiple procedures/operations and anesthesia; […]
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Dog Bite Lawyer
If you were attacked by a dog, contact a dog bite lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys for a free consultation.
Any type of animal attack can be devastating. Often, the victim of an animal bite will have both physical and emotional scarring. This is where our experienced dog attack attorneys can help.
For over 60 years, the lawyers at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys have represented injury victims, including dog bite victims, throughout Pennsylvania. We understand how complicated these cases can sometimes be and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your case.
Most homeowners’ and renters’ insurance policies cover bite injuries, so let us help you recover the damages you deserve for your scarring, pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost wages from your injury.
Our injury attorneys have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients. […]
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Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawyer
If a doctor fails to diagnose a patient with cancer, the consequences can be life-threatening. Even a delayed diagnosis may be the difference between life and death.
If you or a family member have suffered because of a doctor’s incorrect or missed diagnosis of cancer, you may be entitled to pursue a medical malpractice lawsuit. A cancer misdiagnosis lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys will review the details of your situation, answer your questions, and help you determine what to do next. Our medical malpractice lawyers have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of individuals and families who have suffered due to medical negligence. We have consistently been named among the Best Lawyers in America, and we have earned the highest client satisfaction ratings possible. To speak with a cancer misdiagnosis lawyer now, fill out our email form, or call us. The consultation is free. […]
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How Much Can Someone Sue for a Car Accident?
In general, there is no limit to how much you can sue someone for a car accident. However, there are factors that may limit how much compensation you will recover in a lawsuit. Things like the severity of the injuries, the extent of the other party’s negligence and the coverage of insurance policies will all limit what you can recover.
How Much Can a Car Accident Victim Sue For?
Car accident victims can sue for economic and noneconomic damages depending on the severity of the wreck. The only way to really maximize the total compensation a victim may be awarded is by utilizing the legal representation of a car accident lawyer.
Potential compensation a car accident victim may be awarded include:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Diminished earning capacity
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium
- Wrongful death
What will be awarded will also depend on the severity of the crash. […]
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