Whenever we take the subway, we make a green and fast decision to reach our next destination. However, most forms of transportation are controlled by humans, ultimately meaning we put our safety partially in the hands of those who can make mistakes. You can receive severe injuries while on the subway, whether you slip and fall, get in a crash, or are injured by a manufacturing or upkeep issue. But how do you prove that a subway company owes you compensation for your losses and injuries?
Proving your eligibility for filing a claim and winning compensation can be difficult, but working with a lawyer can make the process much easier. To confirm eligibility, you must demonstrate that someone owed you a duty of care, they were negligent to that duty, your injuries resulted from that negligence, and you’ve suffered economic losses from the accident. Working with a lawyer from the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP makes tackling this complex process far more manageable. Contact us for assistance with your case, and you can retain our support.
How to Prove Eligibility for Compensation in Your Subway Claim?
When you face subway injuries, you will likely be eligible to receive compensation after holding the liable individuals accountable. However, proving this liability can be difficult and requires you to show four aspects of your case are valid. The following are necessary to demonstrate for you to win compensation:
Owed Duty of Care
You are owed particular care whenever you visit a location, either as transportation or a fixed physical location. All people are expected to act in a way that prioritizes safety and well-being, including for yourself.
Negligence
When others break the duty of care they owe you, they act negligently. By acting negligently, they can put you in harm’s way and cause serious injuries. For instance, refusing to follow the speed limit can constitute negligence in a car accident. Proving that someone has acted negligently can require additional evidence.
Injuries Due to Negligence
If you suffer injuries due to someone else’s negligence, you are much more likely to receive fair compensation. Proving this may also require evidence, including medical bills or other documents demonstrating health care soon after the incident.
Losses and Expenses
To receive compensation after a subway accident, you must demonstrate you’ve suffered financial consequences. Non-economic losses, like pain and suffering, scarring and disfigurement, or changes in quality of life, are not sufficient on their own to receive compensation. You must demonstrate impact on your finances with proof of economic losses, like property damage, attorney fees, physical therapy costs, and similar damages.
Proving these four pieces can be complicated, but you don’t have to manage these tasks alone. Working with a lawyer from the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP you will suffer far less stress and confusion during legal matters. Your attorney can assist you by collecting and analyzing evidence, estimating the value of your claims, and proving each of the above items during legal proceedings.
How Can a Lawyer Help With Your Subway Claims?
We encourage you to work with a lawyer during legal matters of any kind, including those relating to subway injuries and claims. By retaining support from an attorney from the Law Offices of Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP you are likely to walk away with less stress, more compensation, and a faster recovery period. Our team can communicate with insurance companies on your behalf, fill out and file forms, and level the playing field against other parties.
Please avoid representing yourself during these legal matters, as you may make mistakes that worsen the outcome. This could mean you face decreased compensation, lengthy litigation, increased stress, and other adverse consequences. When you work with an attorney from the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP you can avoid and mitigate these risks.
The Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP Can Help During Challenging Times: Call Us Today
If you have been in a subway accident resulting in serious injuries, you don’t have to take legal action and try to win compensation alone. When you contact the Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP team, you have a far better chance of taking home the compensation you deserve. We have access to helpful strategies and resources, so don’t hesitate to work with us. You can also subscribe to our Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe, LLP YouTube Channel for more legal information from us.
We encourage you to speak with us at your earliest convenience, especially if you have questions or concerns. Our team would happily provide answers, clarity, and a free consultation with one of our talented and dedicated attorneys. You can reach us by calling 516-358-6900 or completing the contact form on our website.
