accident attorney Personal Injury Law Basics

Question 1

What is the primary legal basis for most accident injury claims in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Tort law

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Contract law

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Criminal law

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Administrative law

Question 2

What must a plaintiff prove to establish a negligence claim after an accident?

Accepted Answer

Duty, breach, causation, and damages

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Intent, harm, and motive

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Contract breach and economic loss

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Criminal intent and injury

Question 3

What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in most US states?

Accepted Answer

2 years

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10 years

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6 months

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5 years

Question 4

Which doctrine allows an injured party to recover damages even if they were partially at fault?

Accepted Answer

Comparative negligence

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Contributory negligence

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Assumption of risk

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Vicarious liability

Question 5

What type of damages compensate for pain and suffering in an accident case?

Accepted Answer

Non-economic damages

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Economic damages

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Punitive damages

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Nominal damages

Question 6

What is a contingency fee arrangement in accident attorney practice?

Accepted Answer

Attorney is paid a percentage of the settlement only if the case is won

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Client pays a flat fee regardless of outcome

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Attorney charges by the hour

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Client pays court costs upfront