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Proving Fault in a Personal Injury Case

Posted on: November 29th, 2023

If you’ve been injured due to the negligent actions of another, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your damages in a personal injury lawsuit. In order to achieve a successful outcome, you’ll need to be able to prove the other party was at fault for the accident that caused your injury. Proving fault in a personal injury case can often be very complicated, and it’s crucial that you work with an experienced attorney who can ensure you gather all the necessary evidence to demonstrate negligence on the part of the other party.

Elements Needed to Establish Negligence

elements of negligence in a personal injury lawsuitNegligence refers to the failure to act with a level of care that a reasonable person would have exercised under the same circumstances. In order to demonstrate that your injuries were caused by the negligence of another, you must be able to prove the following four elements:

How Your Own Fault Impacts Your Personal Injury Claim

Colorado adheres to comparative negligence laws. This means that your damages are reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to your actions. In addition, if it’s determined that you’re more than 50% responsible for the accident, you won’t be able to receive any compensation at all.

For example, if you were injured in a car accident and the other driver was determined to be 75% at fault, your compensation will be reduced by 25% (the percentage of fault attributed to your actions). If your total damages were found to be $100,000, you’d only receive $75,000 in this situation. However, if your actions were determined to be 55% responsible for the accident, you wouldn’t be able to recover any money.

For this reason, it’s critical that you work with an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you demonstrate the extent to which the other party’s actions were responsible for the accident. Being able to demonstrate that the other party was 100% responsible for your injuries is essential to maximize the value of your compensation.

How to Prove Negligence

evidence used to prove negligence in a personal injury caseIn order to prove fault, you must be able to present evidence demonstrating that all four elements of negligence discussed above exist. There are several ways to generate this evidence:

Pushchak Law Can Help

If you’ve suffered a serious personal injury, you may be facing tremendous financial hardships. Medical bills can pile up quickly and if you were forced to miss time from work while you recover, it can become even harder to pay your bills. Due to these high stakes, it’s crucial that you work with an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you maximize the value of your compensation. At Pushchak Law, we’re here to help.

Brian Pushchak has helped countless individuals recover compensation after a personal injury. He knows the complex laws which apply to these claims, and he can help you gather the evidence necessary to prove the other party’s negligent actions caused your injuries. His expertise will provide you with the edge you need when seeking to maximize your compensation.

You’ll benefit from Mr. Pushchak’s unique Informed Decisions™ Approach focused on helping you achieve the best possible outcome to your case. With our approach, you always remain in control of the process. Mr. Pushchak will spend as much time as necessary discussing your goals for the case to ensure you are both aligned regarding your desired outcome. He’ll recommend the ideal strategy to achieve your goals and answer any questions you may have to ensure you fully understand your legal rights and options. You’ll then have final say on the approach used with your case.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Pushchak Law serves clients in Denver and the surrounding areas of Colorado.

Brian Pushchak | Personal Injury Law Firm Denver, CO
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