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August 29, 2010
Different Types of Personal Injury Civil Suits
If you are considering filing a personal injury civil suit, you should contact an experienced injury lawyer in Honolulu who can guide you through the process. Before filing a civil lawsuit you should be aware of the legalities involved, including Hawaii’s statute of limitations on various types of claims. A civil lawsuit may be pursued if you have been wrongfully injury by another party. If someone’s negligence led to damages, such as medical bills and lost wages as well pain and suffering, you may be able to recover compensation. The most common type of civil lawsuit to be pursued is a personal injury claim. This is filed by an individual who has suffered bodily injury because of another party’s negligence or wrongdoing. There are different types of accidents and neglect that can lead to the necessity of a personal injury claim. Some examples include: - Motor vehicle accidents;
- Slip and fall accidents;
- Medical malpractice;
- Nursing home abuse;
- Defective or dangerous products; and
- Dog bites.
These are just some of the types of accidents that an individual can seek damages for when caused by negligence. If you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence in Hawaii, you should contact a Honolulu injury lawyer to learn more about your legal options. It is important to note however, that Hawaii does have a statue of limitations in place that limits the amount of time you have to file a personal injury claim. Contacting a Hawaii Accident Attorney After a serious accident in Hawaii, you should be able to spend your time focusing on your recovery; not dealing with insurance adjusters, never-ending paperwork and complicated legalese. Hawaii attorneys Davis Levin Livingston will fight for your rights while you focus on healing. Serving accident victims on Oahu, Maui, the Big Island, Kauai and beyond. Contact us today for a free case evaluation - 1-877-764-8595. Category:
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