Jackson Personal Injury Lawyer

When a third party’s negligence derails your life’s trajectory, you are not alone. A Jackson personal injury lawyer could provide a detailed investigation into the circumstances, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, retrieving records, and assessing liability.

After gathering the relevant information, Weldy Law Firm provides a legal analysis of the case, including researching appropriate laws, statutes, and judge-made precedents to determine the manner of pursuing compensation. Case strategy may include negotiating with insurance companies, filing a lawsuit, or choosing to pursue alternative dispute resolution means such as mediation or arbitration.

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Attorney Christopher J. Weldy
Before founding Weldy Law Firm in 2011, Attorney Weldy served as law clerk and intern at various law firms on the defense side and plaintiff’s side.

Although he now represents injured individuals as opposed to defending insurance companies, this experience has given him an ability to look at a case from both sides and provide better representation for his injured clients.

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Common Personal Injury Cases

Our personal injury attorneys in Jackson provide legal representation to individuals who have suffered from various types of harmful situations, such as:

Dog bites
Car accidents
Defamation cases
Workplace injuries
Medical malpractice
Wrongful death cases
Slip and fall accidents
Assault and battery incidents

Weldy Law Firm handles a variety of car accident cases, from low-speed parking lot collisions to multi-vehicle pileups. The firm also handles driving under the influence (DUI) accidents where impaired driving causes serious injuries or fatalities. In addition to compensatory damages, a person in these sorts of cases may collect punitive damages.

Slip and fall accidents happen when an individual trips, slips, or falls on someone else’s property due to third-party negligence such as wet floors, sidewalk cracks, and poorly maintained properties.

Usually, employees injured on the job or from work-related illnesses are entitled to compensation through workers’ compensation claims. However, in some cases when third-party negligence is involved, individuals can also pursue personal injury claims.

Legal Theories of Compensation

Negligence is a common legal theory used in personal injury cases. The injured person must prove the four elements of negligence: duty, breach of duty, causation, and injury. Under the negligence theory, the defendant breached a duty of care owed to the injured person, resulting in harm.

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Strict Liability

In strict liability cases, the claimant does not have to prove a defendant’s negligence or intent. They must only prove that harm occurred, and the defendant’s actions were responsible for it. These cases include dog bites and distribution of harmful products.

Intentional Torts

Lawyers in Jackson also handle personal injury cases involving intentional torts. Unlike negligence claims, intentional tort cases involve actions committed with harmful intentions – or with knowledge that harm is likely. Assault and battery, false imprisonment, trespass, and defamation are all examples of intentional torts.

Collecting Damages in Personal Injury Cases

A personal injury suit compensates someone injured due to a third party’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions. The specific circumstances surrounding the case and the type of injuries sustained determine the amount of compensation. Common types of compensation include:

Lost wages
Property damage
Punitive damages
Emotional distress
Pain and suffering
Loss of consortium
Past and future medical bills

Jackson personal injury attorneys could help a claimant pursue punitive damages. Punitive damages penalize the liable party and prevent similar conduct in the future; these are not awarded in common negligence cases, only when an act is particularly egregious, reckless, or intentional. Punitive damages are seen in intentional tort cases, such as assault and battery cases, defamation, or intentional infliction of emotional distress.

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Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases

A statute of limitations is a designated time limit on when someone can sue. This promotes fairness and speed in the legal system by precluding people from delaying legal action indefinitely. Under Mississippi Code Annotated § 15-1-49, a person has three years from the date of the injury to file a claim. If the injured person fails to bring the suit within the relevant time, they probably will not get compensation.

Clients First

Our philosophy is simple: clients come first. At Weldy Law Firm, every client is treated with courtesy and provided effective representation. Weldy Law Firm uses cutting edge technology to better serve our clients and keep them informed of developments in their cases.

We’re dedicated to ensuring that we take care of all of our clients, and that their legal needs are met and exceeded. We offer high-quality legal work and personal client service. We’re committed to providing you with top notch legal support.

It’s never good to be left wondering about the progress of your case, and Weldy Law Firm understands that!

Reach Out to Request a Consultation With a Jackson Personal Injury Attorney Today

A Jackson personal injury lawyer understands the complexities of relevant state statutes, case law, and legal procedures. We want to help protect your rights and serve your interests throughout the legal process. Contact our firm to discuss your case and legal options.

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