A personal injury case simply means any injury that an individual suffers due the negligent or intentional acts of another. When a person is injured, he or she may be able to explore many avenues to recover. This can include seeking remedies from the party directly at fault, from an insurer of that person, or any person or entity that employs or supervises the at-fault party. An injured party may also be entitled to compensation from his or her own insurance company. However, no case can move forward until these options are assessed and pursued.

As an experienced Personal Injury Lawyer, Robert Mansell provides exceptional representation in a wide range of personal injury practice areas, including:

Auto Accidents

Auto accidents happen on a daily basis, particularly in a large metropolitan area like Southern California. While thankfully many of these fender benders result in minimal property damage and no injuries, others can cause catastrophic injuries and even death for the people involved. The law firm of Mansell and Mansell APC specializes in car accident litigation. Los Angeles attorney Robert Mansell brings over 25 years of courtroom experience to bear on every auto accident case pursued by Mansell and Mansell APC.

Slip and Fall/Premises Liability

Premises liability claims encompass injuries that occur when on someone else's property. Most slip and fall accidents, for example, happen in commercial settings, such as grocery stores, drugstores, office buildings, construction sites, gas stations and malls. But they can also happen on private property. Premises liability accidents go beyond slip-and-fall accidents, however, and can include toxic exposure, animal attacks, swimming pool accidents, and amusement park ride accidents. In any of these scenarios, the property owner owes certain duties to maintain the property responsibly and avoid the existence of hazardous conditions. If these duties are breached, the owner and his or her insurance carriers may be held responsible.

Construction / Industrial Accidents

The workplace can present distinct hazards such as serious injuries and even toxic exposure. It is not uncommon for workers to be injured while on the job, particularly in fields that require physical skills such as construction work. Factors that contribute to construction accidents include workers lifting loads with worn and weathered cables; working on elevated platforms without fall protection or while wearing defective safety harnesses and lanyards; working in trenches with improper benching; and using outdated tools and equipment. Farming and manufacturing accidents, as well as oil and gas industry accidents, can also result in serious injury and toxic exposure. Understanding of this distinct area of personal injury law is essential in securing a client's full range of remedies.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle riders face dangers that other motorists in enclosed vehicles do not. Serious injury and even death can result from the carelessness of other motorists. Roadway obstructions or dangerous roadway design can also result in catastrophic injury for motorcyclists. Knowledge of the local rules and regulations governing automobiles and trucks, along with years of experience litigating motorcycle cases, is essential in securing the most expedient remedy possible.

Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks run all hours of the day, delivering everything from cargo to oil and gasoline to personal packages throughout the country. These types of trucks can also be the cause of serious accidents. Size of a semitruck alone can result in exponentially more damage to person and property in the event of an accident. Complex issues of ownership and liability can also accompany truck accident claims. Those who have been involved in an accident with a truck need an experienced legal team to help them cope with injuries, navigate insurance red tape, and aggressively advocate for maximum compensation.

Bicycle Accidents

Bicyclists face serious dangers riding on the busy streets of Los Angeles. Impact with a vehicle, or being knocked into other stationary objects, can cause serious bodily injury and even death. A bicycle accident can cause complex injuries such as spinal cord injuries (SCI) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Understanding of the care and long-term nature of these injuries is essential for effective legal advocacy and ensuring full and fair compensation for bicycle accident victims.

Dog / Animal Bites

The overwhelming majority of dogs and other pets are loving, gentle companions. However, when a person is injured by a dog, they have the right to seek redress. In every single state, a dog owner or keeper is liable if a dog is intentionally set on someone, or if that dog has viciously bitten someone in the past. Additionally, in almost all states, a bite victim can also recover compensation from a person whose negligence caused the attack, or from a person who violated a leash law, a trespass law applicable to dogs, or other dog safety laws. As long as the injured victim was not trespassing, or teasing or tormenting the dog, the keeper or owner of the dog will be liable for any injuries sustained. Compensation for a dog bite injury can include payment for medical bills, pain and suffering, mental anxiety, fear, and scarring.

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

As our Baby Boom generation reaches retirement age, a greater percentage of our population can be classified as senior citizens. Many older Americans rely on elder care: nursing homes and in-home care to provide assistance and protection as they age. Unfortunately, many nursing homes are underfunded and understaffed, leading to a disturbing rise in not only the incidence of neglect and abuse, but an alarming failure to report such incidences as well. Senior citizens can suffer injuries from neglect such as pressure sores and weight loss from lack of adequate nutrition. Other elder abuse injuries can stem from intentional acts of senior caregivers, including injuries sustained from the inappropriate use of physical restraints, joint contractors, overuse of sedatives, and unnecessary use of urinary catheters.

Defective Products

If a person is injured by a defective product, the manufacturer or retailer may face liability. This is because the maker or seller of a defective item is responsible for placing that defective product into the hands of a consumer. There is a wide range of products liability cases, such as defective or poorly designed machinery or tools; motor vehicle defects, including defective air bags; recreational products; dangerous and defective pharmaceuticals; and a whole host of other defective products and equipment. A person injured by a defective or dangerous product may be eligible to file a lawsuit for product liability. Damages can be recovered under one of the following categories: strict products liability, negligence, or breach of warranty.

Wrongful Death

A wrongful death occurs when a person is killed due to the negligence or misconduct of another individual, company, or organization. A legal action for wrongful death may be pursued by the decedent's immediate family members, which is usually a surviving spouse and children, and in some instances, the decedent's parents. Under certain circumstances, unrelated minor children living with and supported by the decedent may also bring a claim for wrongful death. The general rule in wrongful death cases is that one is entitled to recover both economic and non-economic damages that are suffered as a result of the loss of a loved one. Economic damages in a wrongful death case include an award for the financial contributions that the decedent would have made to his or her spouse, children, and/or parents had he or she survived. It also includes recovery for funeral service expenses and for burial costs. Non-economic damages include loss of love, society, companionship, comfort, affection, solace, and moral support.

If you or someone you know needs the assistance of an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney, please call Robert Mansell today at (323) 466-4900, at any time. Or schedule your free, confidential consultation by filling in this simple, quick contact form.

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