Personal injuries are often caused by the negligent act of another person or entity. These acts may result in minor injuries or life-threatening situations. Under these circumstances, the injured party is entitled to specific compensations under the law.
Personal injuries may occur in the following situations:
Of course, there are other situations which may entail a personal injury that are not listed above.
What To Do When You Have Been In An Accident or Injured
When you have been injured as a result of the negligent action of another person or entity, you should seek use the following guideline to ensure that you receive proper medical care and future compensation.
Report your accident to the correct authorities. Accidents that occur at work should be reported to the correct personnel so that documentation can be made of the event and workers compensation can be notified. Accidents that occur outside of work should be reported to the person in charge of the establishment. Car accidents, animal attacks and other public accidents should be reported to the police.
Seek immediate medical attention. Your health and welfare is the most important thing. If you have been injured, you need to seek the proper medical care to stabilize your condition. Make sure that you follow all medical orders concerning your health.
Write down a detailed list of events. While the event is still fresh in your mind, make sure you write down a detailed description of what happened. If there are any witnesses to the event, make sure you include this information in your document.
Seek legal advice from a personal injury attorney. A personal injury attorney can ensure that you are receiving all the benefits you are entitled to because of your injury, such as continued medical care until you are recovered, and determine what forms of compensation you are entitled to under the law. Each injury, based on type, severity, and outcome will carry different forms of compensation for the injured party.
When you have been injured, you do not have to suffer alone. There are Georgia laws in place that will ensure you receive medical care and help with the financial hardships that often accompany an injury. A personal injury attorney can help you with all of these issues, allowing you to concentrate on recovering from your injuries.
