Often, when you have been injured due to the negligence or wrongful conduct of another, your whole life is turned upside down. You may not be able to work or care for your family, and you may face financial hardship. Fighting to recover the compensation you are owed should be the last matter you have to worry about, and at One Oak Legal, we fiercely advocate on your behalf so you can concentrate on your health. Our attorneys believe you deserve to recover every bit of the compensation you are owed and will fight for you.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle On Your Behalf
Our firm is equipped to represent clients in a plethora of personal injury matters, including:
- Car Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents
- Boat Accidents
- Dog Bites
- Defective Products
- Motorcycle Accidents
Our attorneys will represent you throughout the process so you do not have to deal with the insurance companies, the person who injured you, or the attorney for the other side. We are there for all mediation proceedings, and should settlement negotiations not meet our expectations; we are ready to fight it out in the courtroom.
Damages You Can Recover In Pennsylvania Personal Injury Cases
Different types of damages are available when you have suffered a personal injury. Exactly which of these types apply to your case, in particular, can be determined by a personal injury attorney at One Oak Legal.
- Economic Damages: Economic damages are also known as special damages. This is the easiest type of damages to prove, as they consist of measurable financial damages to which a dollar amount can be assigned. Examples include medical bills and lost income.
- Non-Economic Damages: Non-economic damages can be difficult to assign a numerical value as they are subjective. Examples include pain and suffering.
- Punitive Damages: Rarely awarded, punitive damages are generally reserved to punish an at-fault party when they act maliciously.
Statute of Limitations in Personal Injury Cases in Pennsylvania
Under Pennsylvania Statute Title 42, the time allowed to bring a case against another for personal injury in Pennsylvania is generally limited to two years from the date of injury. Because of this, it is best to contact an attorney as soon as possible after your injury occurs. This will help ensure your lawyer has the time needed to properly investigate your case and gather the evidence needed to best support your ability to recover.
There are some exceptions to the statute of limitations. A personal injury lawyer at One Oak Legal can help you understand these exceptions and determine the time frame you have in which to file your action.
A Harrisburg Personal Injury & Litigation Attorney
If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence or wrongful conduct of another, contact our office to schedule an appointment with a Harrisburg personal injury and litigation attorney. We are experienced personal injury lawyers, and we are here to help.