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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What is the Average Settlement for a Slip and Fall Accident?
Slip and Fall Accident Settlements
Many people who suffer slip and fall accident want to know what the average settlement is, especially if you or a loved one recently suffered a serious injury or even wrongful death. While no two slip and fall accident cases are the same, there is still a lot of information to be gathered from what an “average” slip and fall settlement may yield to victims.
The best way to understand how much your case is worth is by speaking directly to a Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys slip and fall accident lawyer. At Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless we win your case. That means it’s free to speak to a lawyer to understand your options and what your an expect. Contact us today.
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How Much is Pain and Suffering Worth in a Slip and Fall Accident?
Understanding Pain and Suffering After a Slip or Fall Accident
How Much is Pain and Suffering Worth in a Slip and Fall Accident? Slip and fall accidents can happen to anyone, at any time – from a friend’s front stairs, to your local grocery store, and your place of work – hazardous environments are all around and can cause serious harm to victims. Adults, 65 and older, are particularly vulnerable to slips and falls. In fact, over 3 million older adults are treated in hospital emergency rooms every year for slip and fall accidents.
If you or your loved one were a victim of a slip and fall accident, you may be entitled to compensation not only for immediate medical expenses, but for pain and suffering as well. Pain and suffering describes both the physical and emotional injuries a victim suffers following a slip and fall accident. […]
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Should I Get a Lawyer for a Slip and Fall?
A Slip and Fall Accident Attorney Can Help
A slip and fall accident occurs when one party is injured when slipping or tripping and falling, usually on another person’s property, due to some sort of hazardous condition. This “hazardous condition” could be any number of things, such as a wet or slippery floor, a faulty handrail, or loose carpeting.
Many people may not realize just how serious the injuries caused by a slip and fall accident can be, for anyone, but particularly people over 65. In fact, 75% of slip and fall accident deaths occur in this age group, and 66% of all injury cases in people over 65 are the result of a fall.
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, you may well be entitled to compensation. But simply determining whether you have a case, let alone navigating the legal and insurance systems as you fight for compensation, […]
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Are Slip and Fall Cases Hard to Win in Philadelphia?
Slip and Fall Injuries are Serious and Costly
A slip and fall, or trip and fall, accident is essentially what the name suggests: it’s an accident where a person slips or trips and falls on another individual or business’s property, leading to some degree of injury.
To many adults, the idea of slipping and falling may not seem like much to be concerned about. But in reality, a simple slip and fall incident can cause a great deal of damage, pain, and suffering. The CDC reports that 1 in 5 fall cases results in a serious injury, such as a broken bone or concussion. Moreover, approximately 800,000 people are hospitalized each year for injuries related to falling.
Beyond the physical injuries caused by a fall, the monetary burden can be immense. The CDC reported that in 2015, total medical costs associated with fall injuries in the US amounted to more than $50 billion. […]
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Can You Sue for a Slip and Fall Accident?
Slip & Fall Accidents are More Common Than You Think
A slip and fall accident is, essentially, exactly what the name implies: one party is injured when slipping or tripping and falling, usually on another person’s property, due to some sort of hazardous condition. This hazardous condition could be anything from a faulty handrail to uneven pavement to a slippery surface.
For someone young and healthy, a fall might not sound like much to worry about, but the reality is that the ensuing injuries are often more serious than meets the eye. It’s also a far more common occurrence than you may realize; in fact, more than half a million slip and fall accidents requiring medical care occur in North America each year.
So what can you do if you are injured in a slip and fall accident? Many people may not realize that pursuing legal action is absolutely a possibility. […]
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