Common Defenses to Personal Injury Claims
Under the law, people and organizations can be held responsible for the harm they cause to others through
negligent actions. Unfortunately, it can be a struggle for victims to win the compensation they deserve
for the losses they have suffered. There are many defense techniques that people can use to get personal
injury claims dismissed or minimized.
If you are pursuing compensation for losses caused by a preventable accident, you need experienced and
efficient legal representation to avoid common pitfalls. To discuss your case with a knowledgeable Tampa
personal injury lawyer, call the offices of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. at 800-235-8978.
Preparing Your Case
As qualified Tampa personal injury attorneys, we can anticipate and work to counteract the defense tactics
your legal opponents are likely to use. Some examples of common defenses against personal injury claims
include:
- Disputing causation – In order for your case to be successful, you need evidence that your injuries
were directly caused by the defendant’s negligence. For example, if you are filing a claim against a
negligent doctor, the burden is on you to show that your injuries were caused by his or her error, not
an unpredictable medical condition.
- Minimizing your injuries – Part of a successful personal injury claim is evidence of the losses you
have suffered. Many defendants will try to downplay the extent of your injuries, or may even deny that
you suffered significant injuries at all.
- Assumption of risk – If you chose to participate in a potentially dangerous activity, such as skydiving,
the defendant may argue that you willingly took the risk of getting hurt. In these circumstances, your
claim will boil down to whether you could have reasonably predicted the injuries you suffered. If not
– for example, if you have been harmed by defective skydiving equipment – you may have grounds for receiving
compensation.
Persuading a court that you deserve compensation despite these legal challenges can be difficult. If
you are planning to pursue compensation from a negligent party, be sure to choose your legal representation
wisely. You will need insightful guidance and support during the legal process.
Contact Us
The Tampa personal injury lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. are fully committed to the
health and legal rights of our clients. To discuss what our firm can do for you, contact us at 800-235-8978.