Welcome to the personal injury FAQ for Chalik Law. On this page, you’ll find frequently asked questions about personal injury law and what to do after you’ve been injured. This is general advice and should not be considered legal advice.
Personal injury is a broad category of law. There are so many ways that our bodies and minds can become injured. Transportation, work, and even birth are just some of the sources. The whole idea behind personal injury law is that people who are hurt due to the negligence or willful action of others deserve the money to be “made whole”, which means to be paid enough that you’re brought as close as possible to how you were before you were injured.
Of course, sometimes this isn’t possible. To take an extreme example, no amount of money can bring a person back to life. But it can cover medical and funeral expenses, lost income to the home due to their passing, and provide enough financial security that the family can focus on grieving and moving on, not surviving.
The first step in any personal injury case is to get medical attention. After you have been seen by a doctor, then call a personal injury lawyer to talk about your case. In some cases, you may need to speak with an insurance company as well. Your lawyer can advise you on how to approach them so you can get the settlement amount you deserve. If they will not pay, they will fight for you.
Chalik Law is ready to help you with your personal injury needs. If you have been injured, don’t wait. Call our offices today to schedule a free consultation. Then, study the questions below while you wait for your appointment.
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Category:Personal InjuryPersonal injury lawyers know how to file an injury lawsuit against an airline. Depending on the airline you are suing, the nature of the flight involved in the lawsuit, and other factors specific to your case, your attorney may file a personal injury case in state or federal court. Our attorneys are familiar with suing…
Category:Personal InjuryIf you or someone you love suffered injuries in a retail grocery store, you could be entitled to monetary recovery from the store, their landlord, or their insurance company. Building a strong insurance claim or lawsuit is complex. A personal injury law firm can explain how to file a lawsuit against a supermarket and the…
Category:Personal InjuryElectric scooters are popular in Florida because they are fun, relatively inexpensive, convenient, and environmentally friendly. Getting hurt in a scooter accident can cause life-changing injuries, though. You must know what to do after a scooter injury. You might be the person riding the scooter, or you could get struck by a scooter. However you…
Category:Personal InjuryThe statute of limitations, which is the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit, for personal injury in Florida depends on the case type. If you do not bring your injury lawsuit before the time limit expires, Florida law could forever bar you from going after the person whose negligence injured you. Merely…
Category:Personal InjuryWhile you have the right to pursue a personal injury case on your own, there are many reasons why you should hire a lawyer for your scooter injuries. The work of an attorney begins during the early stages of your case and continues until the end. Along the way they could help you negotiate settlements,…
Category:Personal InjuryThere are three types of damages in personal injury claims: non-economic damages, economic damages, and punitive damages. Special and general damages are alternative terms used to describe economic and non-economic losses. Personal injury cases based on negligence may award compensation for economic and non-economic losses, but punitive damages are only available in certain situations. For…
Category:Personal InjuryA compulsory medical examination (CME) is an exam requested by the defendant in a personal injury lawsuit. The exam is often used to gather more information regarding a plaintiff’s condition and injuries. For example, let’s say that you suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in a car accident and decide to file a lawsuit against…
Category:Personal InjuryHow much insurance companies pay for pain and suffering varies from organization to organization. Some insurance companies have mathematical formulas for calculating this damage, while others use a “per diem” method. Some elements that could factor into your potential for compensation include: The severity of your injuries The cost of your economic damages Who is…
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Category:Personal InjuryIn personal injury law, a recorded statement is a video or audio interview, often taken by an insurance adjuster, detailing a car accident. The interviewer may ask about the moments leading up to the crash, what you saw, and what you did. The moments after a car accident can be painful and disorienting. They may…
Category:Personal InjuryUnderstanding how a personal injury lawsuit works can be difficult for the average person. Personal injury lawsuits typically involve a possible consultation with a personal injury lawyer and hiring them to represent you in your case. They will then conduct an independent investigation of your case. After this, a lawyer can guide you through pre-trial…
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Category:Personal InjuryIf you can’t afford to pay for a personal injury lawyer in Florida, you could select a law firm that works on a contingency-fee basis. This fee structure means that a personal injury lawyer’s payment is “contingent” upon winning your case and getting compensation on your behalf. If you happen to lose your case, you…
Category:Personal InjuryA car accident can lead to significant financial and medical costs. A PIP suit in Florida is one avenue to pursue to receive compensation following a car accident. A PIP suit in Florida is a claim that is filed to collect benefits from your auto insurance company. The amount of money you can recover in…
Category:Personal InjuryIf you were the victim in a personal injury accident, you may be wondering what the tort threshold in Florida is and how it impacts your ability to receive compensation for injuries. The tort threshold in Florida is a law stating that victims of personal injury accidents must sustain one of four types of injuries…
Category:Personal InjuryWhen you sustain an injury due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct, you may wonder how long you have to file a personal injury claim in Florida. The time limit depends on several factors, including the circumstances of the injury, who the victim was, and who was responsible. For most Florida claims, you have two…
Category:Personal InjuryWhen you sustain an injury and pursue a personal injury claim, you may be able to receive damages for pain and suffering. But how is pain and suffering calculated in Florida? To calculate pain and suffering, Florida juries can consider a variety of factors, including: The severity of your injuries The limitations your injuries impose…
Category:Personal InjuryThe serious injury threshold in Fort Lauderdale is defined by Florida state statute 316.027, which outlines the debilitating conditions that can greatly impair one’s quality of life. These afflictions, quoted verbatim from the statute, include: A physical condition that creates a substantial risk of death Serious personal disfigurement Loss or impairment of the function of…
Category:Personal InjuryThe main difference between bodily injury and personal injury is that bodily injury insurance covers expenses related to injuries the other party suffers as a result of a car accident. Under Florida statute § 627.736, personal injury protection (PIP) insurance can cover $10,000 worth of medical expenses and lost wages that happen because of a…
