Fairfax Personal Injury Attorney
Serving Victims & Their Families in Woodbridge, Fairfax County & Prince William County
When you have been injured by the negligence of another, you may face a long and painful recovery. You may be unable to work and face mounting medical bills. The emotional trauma of the accident may also leave you unable to sleep, focus, or engage in activities that were once enjoyable.
At the Law Office Of Andrew S. Kasmer, we understand how difficult this time may be for you and your family. We are here to help you seek the compensation you deserve.
Call our personal injury lawyer in Fairfax or Woodbridge today at (571) 350-8562 or fill out our online contact form today to learn more about how we can help you.
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Common Personal Injury Cases
Personal injury is a broad area of law that covers any type of injury or accident that is caused by the negligence of another person or entity.
Some of the most common types of personal injury cases include:
- Car accidents: Most car accidents are caused by driver negligence. This may include speeding, drunk driving, and distracted driving. More recently, this also includes rideshare accidents.
- Truck accidents: Truck accidents often result in serious injury or death. They are often caused by driver fatigue, drunk driving, and distracted driving.
- Motorcycle accidents: Motorcycle accidents are often caused by the negligence of other drivers, who may not see the motorcycle or may not know how to safely share the road.
- Pedestrian accidents: Pedestrians are at a significant disadvantage when they are struck by a car, truck, or motorcycle. Many pedestrian accidents are caused by distracted driving.
- Premises liability: Property owners have a responsibility to keep their premises safe for others. This includes making necessary repairs, cleaning up spills to prevent slip and fall accidents, and ensuring that walkways are free of ice and snow.
- Product liability: When a product is defective and causes injury, the manufacturer may be held liable.
- Medical malpractice: Doctors and other healthcare professionals are required to provide a certain standard of care. When they fail to do so and a patient is injured, they may be held liable.
- Catastrophic injury: A catastrophic injury is a life-altering injury that often requires a lifetime of medical treatment and care.
- Wrongful death: When a person is killed because of the negligence of another, the family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Virginia?
In Virginia, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit.
If you fail to file a lawsuit within this time, the court will likely refuse to hear your case, and you will be unable to recover any compensation for your injuries.
In a wrongful death case, the family has two years from the date of the person’s death to file a lawsuit. This means that if the person was injured in an accident and died some time later, the two-year clock begins to run from the date of their death.
In some cases, the court may pause the statute of limitations. For example, if the injured person was a child, the two-year clock will not begin to run until their 18th birthday.
Contact a Knowledgeable Personal Injury Lawyer Today
If you or someone you love has been injured by the negligence of another, you may be entitled to compensation. Our Fairfax personal injury attorney can help you seek the damages you deserve. At the Law Office Of Andrew S. Kasmer, we have the experience and resources to help you work toward the best possible outcome in your case.
Contact us at (571) 350-8562 today for a consultation with our team.
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