Greeley Personal Injury Attorney

Greeley Personal Injury Lawyer Serving Colorado

Personal injury law is a field of civil law that governs the process of financially compensating victims who are injured due to other people's negligence. The injured party, or plaintiff, brings a lawsuit against the party allegedly responsible for the injury. When the victim is fatally injured, his or her family may bring a wrongful death suit against the party responsible for the accident. In some cases, multiple parties may be responsible for the accident. Under these circumstances, a plaintiff may be eligible to recover the full amount of compensation necessary for their injuries by suing all responsible parties.

Because it is a civil suit, a personal injury case typically carries a lower burden of proof than any criminal case arising from the same actions. Therefore, it is possible to make a recovery in a personal injury lawsuit even if the criminal case resulted in an acquittal. While the chief purpose of a personal injury lawsuit is to recover damages for the plaintiff rather than punish the defendant, it is sometimes possible to seek punitive damages for intentional or particularly malicious misconduct. Punitive damages are a separate award from compensatory damages, and limits on the amount of damages that can be awarded may apply.

At The Gold Law Firm, we understand that personal injury cases can be complex. We will work with you to ensure that you are compensated for your injuries, whether they are the result of a car accident, a slip and fall accident, or any other situation where you were injured because of someone else's negligence. Our lawyers have the experience and knowledge necessary to help you get the best possible outcome for your case. We have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of personal injury victims, and we can make sure you will be able to receive the compensation you deserve.

Elements of Negligence

Many types of situations may give rise to personal injury lawsuits, including automobile accidents, premises liability, or medical malpractice. Typically, injuries are the result of reckless conduct rather than intentional acts.

To prove negligence in Colorado, the following elements must exist:

• The party who caused your injury owed you a duty of reasonable care.
• The person failed to uphold their duty of care.
• Your injuries were caused by that failure.
• You suffered losses related to the injury.

Compensation for Personal Injury Victims

In most personal injury cases, an injury victim may recover economic and non-economic compensatory damages. Economic damages are those associated with tangible losses related to the injury that can be documented. These include:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Past and future lost income
• Vocational rehabilitation
• Other out-of-pocket expenses

Non-economic damages are associated with intangible losses and can be capped according to the ruling of the court. These types of "pain and suffering" damages can include:

• Physical and mental anguish
• Humiliation
• Grief
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of companionship

Time Limitations on Personal Injury Lawsuits

Colorado, like most states, places a limit on the amount of time an injury victim has to file a lawsuit against a negligent party. This restriction, which is known as the statute of limitations, is typically two years. Usually, the time limit starts on the date of the injury. However, individual cases may have unique circumstances that affect the statute of limitations. It is important to contact an attorney immediately following your accident to ensure that a personal injury claim or lawsuit will be filed within the applicable time limits.

Contact Our Greeley Personal Injury Lawyers

If you or someone you love have been injured through no fault of your own, it is important to understand your legal rights. The Gold Law Firm can advise you of your options in these situations, and we will make sure you take the correct steps to ensure that the person or parties who caused you harm will be held responsible for all of the damages you have suffered. Contact us today for a free consultation at 303-694-4653. You should not have to suffer financial hardships because of another person's mistake – call us today.