“Negligence” is a legal term that applies when a person owes someone else a duty, fails to perform that duty, and causes an injury as a result of that failure. Negligence can take several different forms, ranging from car accidents to premises liability. To pursue compensation for negligence, a claimant will have to prove that the defendant had an obligation to keep him or her safe or reasonably free from harm, failed to do so, and that this failure directly contributed to the plaintiff’s injury.
If you’ve sustained an injury due to someone else’s careless behavior and are considering legal action, we may be able to help you find the legal information and guidance you’re looking for. For more information about filing a personal injury claim in McAllen, contact an attorney from Patino Law Firm.