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Types of Personal injury Lawsuits in Charleston

Thursday, January 21, 2010 by Shannon M. Bland

There are many ways someone could suffer a personal injury. Some of the personal injury laws in Charleston are compiled below.

Products liability

When any product is purchased, from a flashlight to a new prescription drug, it is expected that the product will be safe for use. On occasion, a manufacturer or retailer has not taken all safety concerns into consideration. As a result an injury may occur.

Premises liability

Premises liability can include a sudden fall due to a cracked sidewalk, an uneven staircase, or a wet. When a premises’ owner is aware of these potentially dangerous conditions but refuses or fails to fix them, an injury could easily occur. If the injury results in a broken bone or other injury due to unsafe premises, the accident may have been preventable.

Workplace injuries

There Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) includes hundreds of regulations in that are required to provide a safe workplace for all employees. Under this law, employers are required to provide their employees with a place that is reasonably safe to work in. Locations such as construction sites can be extremely dangerous places to work and can be the unfortunate location of a workplace personal injury.

Wrongful death

The loss of a loved one can leave devastation in its wake. Not only can a family suffer an emotional loss, it can also bring the unexpected loss of financial support that a family requires to continue an expected quality of life. There is nothing that can be done to replace the emotional support and love of a family member, but holding those responsible and receiving financial compensation will at least help move the loved one’s family forward without worry of fiscal issues.

If any of the above injuries occur, it is important to review all the information with an experienced personal injury law firm in Charleston. The attorneys will be able to provide guiance on whether the accident and resulting injuries can result in a lawsuit.

Posted at 12:52 PM

Topic: Personal Injury