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At Hoffspiegel & Associates, we focus on helping victims of injury and assault. Our tenacity, commitment, expertise, and experience set us apart to make our law firm a top choice for injury victims in Atlanta.
Personal injury law seeks to protect those who are injured due to another person's or an institution's negligence. According to the law, people must adhere to certain reasonable standards of behavior. When a deviation from these standards causes harm to someone else, the victim may be eligible for compensation. Negligence can take the form of either an inappropriate action— a driver running a red light, or by a failure to act— a storeowner failing to clean up a spill on the floor.
Automobile accidents
Traffic, construction, cell phones -- the number of hassles and distractions that drivers face are numerous. Automobile accidents can occur when a driver is distracted as well as when he or she violates road rules by—
- Speeding
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Automobile accidents can cause serious injuries or fatalities. Victims injured in an automobile accident caused by the other driver's illegal action or unsafe behavior are legally entitled to compensation. Even in cases where fault is unclear, victims may be eligible for compensation.
Medical malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a negligent act or omission by a doctor or other medical professional results in damage or harm to a patient. Negligence by a medical professional can include an error in:
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Illness management
If such negligence results in injury to a patient, a legal case for medical malpractice can arise against—
- The doctor, if his or her actions deviated from generally accepted standards of practice
- The hospital for improper care or inadequate training, such as problems with medications or sanitation
- Local, state or federal agencies that operate hospital facilities
Wrongful death
A wrongful death claim may arise out of a number of circumstances, such as in the following situations:
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An action for wrongful death belongs to the decedent's immediate family members. In order to bring a successful wrongful death cause of action, the following elements must be present:
- The death of a human being caused by another's negligence
- The survival of family members who are suffering monetary injury as a result of the death
- The appointment of a personal representative for the decedent's estate
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If you have been the victim of personal injury, Lloyd Hoffspiegel can help. Experienced, dedicated, and thorough, Mr. Hoffspiegel can help you gain compensation for your injuries. Please contact us today to learn more!
Important Resources
Five Myths about Medical Negligence
- Myth #1: There are Too Many "Frivolous" Malpractice Lawsuits
- Myth #2: Malpractice Claims Drive Up Health Care Costs. Read more...
They Knew and They Failed To
Every day there is another recall or warning of a product that turned out to have design flaws or unexpected problems - a drug with an unanticipated side effect, a toy with a sharp piece that can injure a child, or a popular food product that may have been contaminated in production. Read more...
(Source: American Association for Justice)