How can I get started in the process of suing someone after a personal injury?
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I am a first year college studentand I was hit by one of the universty's electric carts. It was someone from the university faculty and they broke my ankle. They keep calling me and it's because they don't want me to sue. I wanted to know who I can see or how I can get started on the process of suing them?
Personal Injury Law Answers
You have two options:
The easy one--hire a lawyer and let the lawyer sue. You need to make sure that the potential economic recovery will support the lawyer's cost, however--bear in mind that you can recover your unreimbursed medical expenses, lost wages (if any), and possibly a small amount for pain and suffering if you've been unable to do normal activities for some time.
The do-it-yourself option: if the potential damages to recover don't justify hiring an attorney, you can institute a suit yourself by filing a summons and complaint. Contract your local court, either in person or online, to find instructions and sample forms.
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