Personal Injury Claims
Here at Adams & Adams our personal injury legal lawyers assist clients who were injured, wronged or experienced damage at the hands of another in respect of their person, property, rights or reputation.
Personal injury law refers to a set of legal processes involved in civil cases arising as a result of wrongful or negligent conduct on the part of a third party. These legal services are vital for those who present claims which assert that they have been injured – physically, psychologically, in terms of rights and reputation or in terms of property – as a result of the negligence of another person, company, government agency or any entity otherwise.
Our expert personal injury legal services include the processing of claims and handling of matters related to personal injury cases, road accident claims, medical malpractice claims, slip and fall claims, dog bite and animal attack claims, , lift and gate or door malfunction claims.
If you require professional assistance from our dedicated team of personal injury lawyers and attorneys, you can contact us now.
Road Accident Fund Claims
A road accident or third party claim is a claim for compensation resulting from personal injury or the death of a breadwinner, in a motor vehicle accident. Such a claim will be made to the Road Accident Fund (RAF), which is a statutory body.
A road accident claim only relates to bodily injuries, not a claim for damage to a motor vehicle or other assets.
The following persons will be entitled to claim:
- A person who was personally injured including a claimant under the age of 18 years, provided he is assisted by a parent or legal guardian or court appointed curator ad litem. This excludes a driver whose negligence was the sole cause of the accident.
- A dependent (spouse or child) of a deceased victim.
We are able to assist with all aspects of RAF claims throughout South Africa. Read more here
Medical Malpractice Claims
Our team of professionals are in an excellent position to investigate and litigate all aspects pertaining to personal injury arising from medical malpractice matters. We will achieve the best possible result by leaving no stone unturned during the investigatory process.
Over the years, we have built professional relationships with a panel of highly respected and experienced specialist medical practitioners in order to assist us in legal claims and lawsuits for:
- Wrongful death
- Hospital or care facility negligence
- Birth injury or wrongful birth
- Doctor, nurse, anaesthetist or physician malpractice and negligence
Animal Injury Claims
Bodily injuries or loss as a result of attacks by domestic animals is unfortunate, and claims can be affected against animal owners for medical or financial expenses incurred.
Our team of legal professionals are in an excellent position to investigate and litigate all aspects pertaining to personal injuries or loss that occur as a result of:
- Dog bite attacks
- Animal attacks.
Public Injury Claims
Adams and Adams is in an excellent position to investigate and litigate all aspects pertaining to injuries or loss that occurs at public locations, shopping centres etc.
Over the years, we have built professional relationships with a panel of highly respected and experienced specialist medical practitioners in order to assist us in legal claims and lawsuits for serious injuries as a result of:
- Slips and falls
- Dangerous areas, slippery surfaces, inadequate lighting, disrepair, holes and cracks
- Lift, gate and door malfunction
- Poorly fitted and maintained equipment
- Malfunctioning equipment
FAQ
- We generally require personal documentation across all claim categories. This documentation includes your CV, salary advice slips, medical aid details, qualifications, list of treating doctors (if possible), ID document, driver’s license, X-rays and MRIs where applicable.
- In the case of road accidents, documentation pertaining to the collision. This includes an accident report or alternatively your AR number and the details of the police station you reported to, vehicle registration details, photographs of the scene, photographs of the damage to the vehicles, and witness details.
- Background of events (sequence of events) in personal injury matters.
If the person is a minor the injury claim is instituted by the parent or natural guardian if they have capacity to act on behalf of the minor child. If no parent or guardian is available, we will approach the court to appoint a Curator ad litem – a qualified advocate – to further assist the minor with the injury claim and throughout the litigation process.
We enter into a Contingency Fee agreement and charge according to the rates and tariffs as contained in that agreement.
Contact One of Our Personal Injury Claims Professionals
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