What is considered a personal injury?

A personal injury is any type of injury to your body, mind, or emotions. When a person suffers a physical or emotional injury because of another party’s negligence or intentional conduct, they can file a claim against that other person.  Personal injury cases may arise in any  number of ways, such as:

  • Truck accidents
  • Motor vehicle accidents
  • Bike accidents
  • Bus accidents
  • Slip and falls
  • Dog bites
  • Medical malpractice
  • Products liability (dangerous or defective products)
  • Pedestrian accidents
  • Swimming pool injuries
  • Wrongful death

If you have been injured due to another person’s actions or failure to act, then you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit.  This is true for situations where you have suffered a physical injury as well as cases where you suffered an emotional injury. A skilled California personal injury attorney can evaluate your case and help you determine if you are able to file a claim.