Understanding Negligence in Personal Injury Law

Negligence is the foundation of most personal injury claims. It means someone failed to act with reasonable care, and that failure caused harm. To win a case, you need to prove that negligence occurred.

4 Elements of Negligence

• Duty: The defendant had a legal responsibility to avoid harming you.
• Breach: They failed to meet that responsibility.
• Causation: Their actions directly caused your injury.
• Damages: You suffered actual harm, such as medical bills or lost wages.

A personal injury lawyer will help gather evidence like police reports, witness statements, and expert opinions to prove each element.