Personal Injury
Dorta & Ortega can be the best help when you have sustained injuries as a result of an accident. Our office can assist you with every aspect of your injury claim, from collecting evidence to negotiating a settlement or filing a lawsuit. We are experienced in handling injury claims and understand the laws that apply to them. With our knowledge and experience, we can ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve for your injury.
In many cases, insurance companies may not offer fair compensation for injury victims. If this is the case, it’s important to contact our office who will fight on your behalf and make sure you receive justice through proper compensation. Our experienced lawyers know how to assess liability, gather evidence and build a strong case to prove fault and seek appropriate damages for your injury.
Types of Personal Injury
Personal injury claims can involve many types of injury, including physical injury, emotional distress, and financial loss. Common types of personal injury claims include:
Slip and Fall Accidents
These accidents occur when an individual slips or trips and falls due to the negligent maintenance of a property. Property owners are required to maintain a safe environment for visitors and guests, so if an injury occurs as a result of negligence, then victims may be entitled to compensation for their medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and other damages.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
When motorists fail to take proper precautions while driving or act in reckless ways that cause injury or damage to another person’s vehicle or property, they are liable under the law. Injury victims can seek compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and other damages caused by the accident.
Product Liability
When injury or illness is caused due to a defect in a product or its design, injury victims may be able to file a claim against the manufacturer or distributor of the product.
Medical Malpractice
If injury is suffered due to errors made during medical treatment or diagnosis, injury victims may be able to receive compensation from those responsible. Victims should work with Dorta & Ortega who understands the complexities of medical malpractice cases.
Negligence
When injury is caused due to another person’s negligence or recklessness, injury victims have the right to file a claim against the responsible party. Victims should work with our office who can prove fault in order to receive adequate compensation for their injury-related losses.
Boating Accidents
When boaters fail to act responsibly and abide by boating regulations, they may be liable for any injury or damage caused. Injury victims can seek compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other damages.
Motorcycle Accidents
Due to the risks associated with motorcycles, riders are often more vulnerable to serious injury than drivers of cars or trucks. If a motorcycle accident was caused due to another driver’s negligence or recklessness, injury victims can seek compensation for their medical bills, lost wages and other damages related to their injuries.
Truck Accidents
Trucks are large and powerful vehicles, making them capable of causing serious injuries. When truck accidents occur due to negligence or recklessness, injury victims can seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other damages caused by the accident.
Wrongful Death
When a wrongful death of a loved one is caused due to negligence or wrongful acts, family members may seek compensation for medical bills, funeral costs and other damages. Working with Dorta & Ortega can help ensure that the responsible party is held accountable for their actions.
Negligent Security
If injury is suffered due to inadequate security, such as in a public place or apartment building, victims may be able to receive compensation. Victims should work with our office who can prove that negligent security caused the injury in order to get adequate compensation for medical bills and other damages related to the incident.
Premises Liability
When injury is caused due to dangerous conditions on someone else’s property, such as floors or inadequate lighting, victims may be able to receive compensation from the property owner. should work with Dorta & Ortega who understands the complexities of these cases.
Nursing Home Neglect
When injury is caused due to negligence or mistreatment in a nursing home, victims may be able to receive compensation. Victims should work with our office who can prove that the nursing home had a duty of care and failed to uphold it.
Dog Bites
Dog owners are liable for any injuries caused by their pets if it can be proven that they knew or should have known of their pet’s dangerous nature. Injury victims can pursue compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and other damages related to the dog bite.
Workplace Injuries
If injury is suffered due to unsafe work conditions or negligence of an employer, employees may be able to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Working with our office who understands workplace injury laws can help ensure that injured workers get the benefits they need in order to fully recover from their injuries.
Brain Injuries
Brain injuries can cause long-term physical and cognitive impairments, making them especially devastating for victims and their families. Victims may be able to receive compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and other damages related to the brain injury. Working with Dorta & Ortega, clients can help ensure that the responsible party is held accountable for their actions.