What is Pain and Suffering?
Pain and Suffering is a legal term that describes the physical, emotional, and mental injuries a personal injury victim sustained following an accident.
According to Black’s Law Dictionary, pain and suffering is defined as “physical discomfort, emotional trauma, or mental anguish that a plaintiff experiences as a result of a defendant’s actions.” As such, it often refers to the non-economic damages that a plaintiff may claim to compensate for the physical pain, emotional anguish, and diminished quality of life caused by the defendant’s actions or negligence.
Pain and suffering can include physical pain or emotional distress. For example: Amy is in a car accident because the other driver drove recklessly. As a result of the accident Amy might suffer from back problems and have a panic attack every time she tries to drive a car. Therefore, not only could Amy sue the other driver for the damage to her car, but also for the pain and suffering it has caused her physical and emotional health. Pain and suffering is aimed at providing compensation to injuried parties, and to have those at fault recognize the harm they caused and deter them from repeating their actions. Understanding pain and suffering is essential in personal injury litigation to ensure that plaintiffs receive fair and just compensation for the full scope of their injuries and losses.
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Burn Injury Attorneys
Have you or a loved one suffered serious burn injuries?
Burn injuries are painful and can leave long-lasting physical and psychological scars. Whether it is a chemical burn from an unsafe product, a burn caused by a hazard on poorly kept property, a gas explosion, or an accidental burn at a bonfire or gathering, you may need an experienced burn injury lawyer to make sure you are compensated for your medical costs and suffering.
If you or a loved one have suffered serious burns as a result of negligence, contact Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys today to speak with one of our experienced burn injury lawyers or call us at (855) 866-5529.
Burn Injury Facts and Figures
Burn injuries are, unfortunately, an all too common occurrence across the nation.
According to the American Burn Association, […]
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Negligent Security Lawyer
It’s a fear most of us have — become a victim of a crime and getting injured as a result. But what if your injury could have been prevented if proper security measures in place? You would probably feel angry and upset. No one deserves to be injured because of negligence. It’s time to take action with a negligent security lawyer.
When people visit a place of business or lodging, you have the right to expect a reasonable amount of safety. In fact, property owners have a duty to secure their premises and protect lawful visitors and patrons from foreseeable harm.
Most premises liability cases involve “accidents,” or unintended consequences of careless property owners. But what happens if you are the victim of an intentional act – a violent crime on someone’s property or at a place of business? […]
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Can I Work While On Workers’ Compensation in Stroudsburg?
Can I Work While Receiving Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Stroudsburg?
The Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system is meant to provide support to workers after they’ve been injured on the job. It will pay all their medical costs and provide wages while the worker recovers from their injuries. In the majority of workplace injury cases, the employee will receive workers’ comp benefits until they are ready to return to work. But not all workers’ comp cases are that straightforward. In some cases, an injured worker who has not fully recovered may go back to work to perform light duty assignments. This individual will continue to have medical bills, so workers’ compensation benefits will still be available to them.
However, is it possible to collect workers’ compensation benefits and work your normal job at the same time? The answer is, yes, under certain circumstances you can work and collect workers’ comp benefits. […]
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What If I am Partly to Blame for the Truck Accident?
Can I Still Receive Compensation if I’m Partially At Fault for a Truck Crash?
If you’ve been involved in a truck accident in Pennsylvania, you may be wondering what your legal options are. One important question that may be on your mind is whether you can still pursue a personal injury claim if you are partly to blame for the accident.
The answer is yes, you can still pursue a claim even if you are found to be partly at fault for the accident. If you have been involved in a truck accident in Pennsylvania and you are partly to blame, it does not mean you cannot pursue a claim. But it is important to speak with an experienced truck accident lawyer at Munley Law to learn what your options are and what compensation you could receive.
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How to File a Truck Accident Lawsuit
Every time we get in our car, whether we’re going to work, to pick up the kids, to dinner, or anything in between, we expect to arrive safely at our destination. Most of the time, this is exactly what happens. But the devastating truth is that car accidents are a very real risk any time you’re on the road.
While all accidents are terrifying, accidents involving trucks and other commercial motor vehicles are particularly dangerous. A truck accident is likely to cause far more damage and more serious injuries than most other kinds of motor vehicle accidents, given the size and weight of something like a semi-truck. It’s not uncommon for victims to endure something as serious as a traumatic brain injury.
Accidents involving large trucks can be life-changing events for all those involved, and in most cases, the inhabitants of passenger vehicles are the ones who bear the brunt of the damage. […]
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