Accidents that are caused by someone else’s negligence can result in significant injuries that require emergency medical treatment. Accident victims may also need one or more medical procedures in order to recover from their injuries.
If you have suffered an injury in an accident that was caused by someone else, and you had to receive emergency medical treatment, you may be able to file a claim or lawsuit against the at-fault individual for damages. The Chicago personal injury legal team at Malman Law is ready to assist you with filing a legal claim or lawsuit against the at-fault individual on your behalf today.
If you suffer an injury in an accident, there is a good chance that you will require emergency medical treatment. Accidents that can result in severe injuries include car and truck collisions, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall accidents, and accidents in the workplace.
There are many types of injuries that you may suffer in an accident, after which you may need emergency medical treatment. Some of those injuries include the following:
If you suffered any of these injuries in an accident that was caused by another individual’s negligence, you may be able to file a legal claim or lawsuit against that individual, depending upon the circumstances. In order to be successful in a personal injury claim, you will need to show that the person who was at fault behaved unreasonably under the circumstances. Moreover, you must demonstrate that you suffered an injury as a result of the accident in which you were involved.
As part of a personal injury case, you may be able to pursue money damages and compensation for your medical treatment, lost earnings, emotional distress, mental anguish, pain and suffering, loss of earning capacity, and permanent disfigurement, among other types of damages. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney can assist you with pursuing and maximizing the amount of monetary compensation that you are able to recover in your case.
If you are involved in an accident in which you sustain one or more injuries, it is important that you seek emergency medical treatment right away. A hospital ER or urgent care facility can perform the necessary testing and determine the seriousness of your injury or injuries. A healthcare provider can also recommend appropriate follow-up medical treatment.
Once you have finished treating, the experienced legal team at Malman Law can assist you with filing a claim or lawsuit for monetary damages. For a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a knowledgeable Chicago personal injury attorney, please call us today at (312) 629-0099 or contact us online for more information about how we can help.