You have the right to file a civil action to pursue damages for your losses after another person’s actions result in injury to your person. However, even if you file a civil action, you are not guaranteed your full damages amount, or compensation at all; you must prove the four elements of a personal injury claim, and demonstrate the extent of damages you have suffered. Our talented Bowling Green personal injury attorneys can help.
There are four elements of a personal injury claim that you must prove in order to recover compensation for your losses. These elements are:
In addition to the four elements of a personal injury claim listed above, you must also be sure to file your claim no later than two years from the date of your accident, per ORC 2305.10.
At the law offices of Lafferty, Gallagher & Scott, LLC, we have been working with injured people in the Bowling Green community for more than 30 years, and understand the ins and outs of personal injury law. If you think that you may have a case, call our experienced attorneys today to learn how we can help you to file your claim and prove causation and damages. You can reach us now online, or contact our experienced Bowling Green personal injury attorneys by phone. Â
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