Las Cruces Personal Injury Lawyer

If you or someone you love has suffered a personal injury, it can be a confusing and overwhelming experience. Knowing your rights and what steps to take next is essential to ensure that you receive the best possible outcome. If you believe you may be entitled to compensation, contact us to schedule a free consultation with a Las Cruces personal injury lawyer.

What is Personal Injury Law? 

Personal injury law refers to legal claims made against someone else for injuries suffered due to their negligence or intentional acts. This could include physical, mental, and emotional harm caused by another person’s negligent behavior. 

Common examples of personal injury cases include car accidents, defective products, wrongful death, medical malpractice, slip and falls, and dog bites. 

Identifying Negligence in a Las Cruces Personal Injury Case

For a Las Cruces personal injury case to be successful, there must be proof of negligence on behalf of another party. Negligence occurs when someone fails to act in a reasonable manner that would prevent harm from coming to others. To prove your case, you must be able to establish all four elements of negligence. These include the following:

Duty

The first element is duty. There must be a relationship between the two parties that creates an obligation or responsibility for one party to act in the best interest of the other party. This means that the person responsible for causing your injury had an obligation to you not to cause harm by their actions or lack thereof.

Breach of Duty

The second element is breach of duty. You must prove that the individual responsible for causing your injury breached their duty by failing to meet the expected standard of care necessary under the circumstances. 

For example, if someone was driving recklessly and caused an accident resulting in your injuries, then they would have breached their duty as a driver on the road.

Causation

The third element is causation which means that you must prove that there was a direct connection between your injuries and the person’s breach of their legal duty. This means proving that it was their negligent act or omission that resulted in your injuries.

Damages

Finally, the fourth element is damages, which means that you must prove that you suffered actual losses due to the negligence of the responsible party. These losses can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium, and more. 

Hire Davis Kelin Law Firm For Your Las Cruces Personal Injury Claim

With almost two decades of experience handling personal injury cases, our firm has recovered millions of dollars in settlements for our clients. Here’s why you should work with us:

• At Davis Kelin Law Firm, we do more than just provide legal services – we provide compassionate representation. 
• We understand that no amount of money can undo the pain and suffering caused by an injury, but we strive to help our clients make a full recovery from their injuries while ensuring they receive fair compensation for their losses. 
• Our firm is committed to providing personalized legal services tailored to meet each client’s needs and goals. Our seasoned personal injury attorneys use their expertise to develop strategies that will maximize your recovery while minimizing your stress.

If you or someone you know has suffered a personal injury due to another person’s negligence, contact us to schedule a free consultation.