West Fork, AR Personal Injury Lawyer

Getting injured is never really part of anyone’s plan for the day. Even when you are doing something active or “risky,” like rock climbing or skydiving, or if you work a physically demanding job, the prospect may be in the back of your head, but you never really expect it to happen. “Freak accidents” are bad enough, but if you are injured because someone else was negligent, the feelings of shock, confusion, and frustration can be greatly amplified.

If you got hurt and suspect that another party’s negligence had a part in it, call us. Our lawyers know how to handle these cases, so you will be in caring, knowledgeable hands while we work towards holding those who wronged you accountable in a court of law.

Do not hesitate to call (479) 316-0438 and get a free case analysis from our personal injury lawyers.

Personal Injury Claims in West Fork, AR

There are a lot of different ways that people can get hurt. Accordingly, there are many different potential personal injury claims that a plaintiff can file. When our personal injury lawyers look at your case, we will carefully consider the facts and circumstances of your unique situation so we can tailor our approach to best fit your claim and give you the best shot at getting compensation.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Accidents involving cars, buses, trucks, and other motor vehicles generate many personal injury claims. This is particularly true if one or both vehicles are moving at high speed, one vehicle is heavier than the other, or a vehicle hits a pedestrian. Serious injuries like broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and internal bleeding can result from auto accidents, and the expensive treatment for those injuries – alongside a desire to see justice done – compels many victims to file personal injury lawsuits after motor vehicle crashes.

Premises Liability

Property owners have an obligation to keep their premises safe for people who may enter them. When they fail to do that, you can file premises liability lawsuits against them to hold property owners accountable for their negligent actions. For example, suppose there is a spillage in a supermarket, the staff does not clean it up, and a customer slips, falls, and badly hurts themselves. In that case, the supermarket owner may be liable for your injuries.

Medical Malpractice

We trust medical professionals to make important decisions about our health. Unfortunately, doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals can be negligent just like anyone else, and the consequences are often very serious. A botched surgery, incorrectly prescribed medications, or failing to diagnose an illness that could have been treated can have a very significant impact on victims.

When medical malpractice lawsuits happen, there is often a lot of emphasis placed on expert opinion. In essence, both sides will ask experts to opine whether the defendant’s conduct was negligent or not. If you find yourself in a medical malpractice claim, our lawyers will find the best expert witnesses we can to help bolster your claims.

Wrongful Death

Unfortunately, sometimes people die from serious injuries. In those cases, you can file wrongful death actions to try and get some recompense after the death of a loved one. However, there are rules about who is allowed to file these kinds of cases, so you should discuss your claim with us if you believe this applies.

How Long Do I Have to File My Personal Injury Lawsuit in West Fork, AR?

All states implement laws called statutes of limitations that prevent people from filing lawsuits for grievances after certain amounts of time have passed. For most personal injury cases in Arkansas, the statute of limitations is three years from the time you are injured pursuant to Ark. Code. § 16-56-105. Once those three years run out, you forfeit your right to sue or collect damages from a defendant in court.

Statutes of limitations exist for a couple of reasons. First, they ensure that cases are brought in a timely manner where facts are fresh in everyone’s mind and have not been warped by the passage of time. Second, they ensure that people can, after a time, move on with their lives without the specter of an impending lawsuit hanging over their heads.

While three years may feel like a long time, it really is not. You will have to spend time recovering from your injuries, and our lawyers will have to get information, prepare your claim, and file with the appropriate court before the statutory period is up. Those three years can go by faster than you think, so it is always good to start the legal process sooner rather than later.

Financial Compensation for Personal Injuries in West Fork, AR

When you successfully prove your case in court, you get awarded “damages,” which are the court’s way of trying to undo the effects of the accident for the plaintiff. Of course, literally turning back time is impossible, so financial compensation gets used as the next best thing.

Compensatory Damages

Most of the damages you seek will likely fall under the category of “compensatory damages.” These are the damages that are meant to “make you whole” again and include compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and property damages, as well as compensation for things like pain and suffering or emotional distress.

Punitive Damages

Punitive damages are not like compensatory damages. They punish defendants instead of attempting to bring you back to square one. To successfully get awarded punitive damages, you have to prove more than mere negligence on the part of the defendant, so you should talk with us about whether seeking them is correct in your case.

Discuss Your Case with Our West Fork, AR Personal Injury Lawyers Today

Call our office at (479) 316-0438 to get a free analysis of your claim from our personal injury lawyers.