Chattanooga Personal Injury Attorney

Common Questions

What is a personal injury?

A personal injury is any form of harm that is incurred physically or mentally due to third party negligence.  An example of a personal injury would be a person getting hit by a driver who was speeding and then sustaining a serious bodily injury. 

What should I do when I have sustained a personal injury?

After you have sustained a personal injury, you should seek immediate medical treatment.  Even if you think your injuries are minor, you should always see a doctor who can give you a thorough examination.  A doctor can also take note of your injuries and treatment should you decide to take legal action in the near future.

What is negligence?

Negligence is a legal term that is used when a person fails to act with the standard amount of care and caution a normal person would have in the exact same situation.  Any time a person fails to act with care or caution, he/she can be accused of behaving negligently or recklessly.

Can the person that caused my injuries be held liable?

Yes, if you were injured by another person and it can be proven that the person acted negligently, he/she can be held liable for your injuries.  In order to learn more about Tennessee liability laws and proving negligence, it is advisable that you meet with an attorney from our Chattanooga personal injury law office.

Can I receive compensation for my injuries?

In some cases, people can in fact receive compensation for their personal injuries if their injuries were caused by third party negligence.  Injured people may be allowed to collect monetary compensation for their lost income, medical expenses and pain and suffering.

If you have suffered an unfortunate injury due to third party negligence, contact the Law Firm of John Whitfield today!