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4 Common Types of Personal Injury Cases

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It can be difficult to know how to categorize different types of legal cases, especially when there are so many different types of attorneys and legal practices. For instance, there are several different types of law, covering everything from entertainment, criminal, and civil cases, to immigration, family, and First Amendment issues. When you get injured, your case would most likely fall into the Personal Injury category. 


But following an accident, you might want to consider hiring an attorney that deals with Personal Injury law so that you have the best, most informed representation possible. Dealing with a Personal Injury case can be tough because you or a loved one may be struggling with a serious injury on top of dealing with employers and insurance companies. 


According to FindLaw, the Personal Injury realm deals with legal disputes when one party is injured as a result of an accident that occurred due to another party’s fault or negligence. 


When it comes to Personal Injury cases, the stakes are high because you and your family’s well-being is on the line. At Castan & Lecca, our team of experienced professionals is here to walk you through this time. 


Here are a few examples of cases that a Personal Injury lawyer might represent: 

Car Accidents 

According to Southern Methodist University, car accident claims are the most common Personal Injury case. Many times, injuries from car accidents can be at the very least life-changing or even devastating, leaving the victim unable to work, without a car, and overwhelmed by hospital bills. It is crucial that during this time the victim secures the representation of an experienced attorney who can guide them through this complicated process. 


According to Business Insider, the number one reason for car accidents in the United States is distracted driving. This can mean that the driver who causes the accident could be looking at their phone, eating food, or simply taking their eyes off the road. An accident can happen in just a short moment, and the effects can be serious. 

Premises Liability 

A case that deals in “Premises Liability” is one that focuses on the negligence of a property owner. This means that the premises, or property, is liable, or legally responsible, for the injury and should be subject to paying out damages to the victim. 


Premises Liability cases are one of the most common types of Personal Injury cases. Many times property owners fail to ensure that their property is safe and properly kept. This type of dangerous environment is where accidents can happen. 


According to Justia, some examples of premises liability instances include animal bites, negligent or inadequate security, inadequate maintenance, or slip and fall accidents. Many times in Premises Liability cases, the properties involved could include retail stores, restaurants, or other public places. 

Slip and Fall

A “Slip and Fall” case falls under the umbrella of Premises Liability and is a common type of Personal Injury case. It’s when a person trips or slips and falls on someone else’s property, resulting in an injury. In these scenarios, the responsible party is usually a property owner who has failed to ensure a safe environment for visitors or customers. 


Injuries that result from a slip and fall can be quite serious. There can be many instances that lead to a fall including, but not limited to, torn rugs, uneven floors, low lighting, or even something as simple as a spilled liquid on a floor. When suffering from an injury that occurred as a result of someone else’s negligence, you should always document the area and alert a manager to your injury.  

Workplace Accidents 


Workplace accidents happen when an employee is injured on the job. This could occur due to malfunctioning machinery, unsafe working conditions, or poor training. The top industries that have the highest rate of workplace injury are construction, maintenance, and energy. Nevertheless, the employer is usually considered responsible for these accidents and resultant injuries. 


In the vast majority of cases, the employee is entitled to workers compensation as a result of their injuries that prevent them from working as they once did. Workers compensation covers missed wages, hospital bills, and rehabilitation among other things. But workers compensation does not apply to pain and suffering. “Pain and suffering” is described by FindLaw as the physical and emotional distress a person feels following an injury.


To get compensation for the pain and suffering a victim experiences following a workplace injury, they must pursue a Personal Injury case with their employer and the insurance company. An experienced attorney is well-versed in the differences between what workers compensation covers and what is considered pain and suffering, so it’s best to seek legal help as soon as possible following an accident. 


Because pain and suffering is harder to prove due to its abstract nature, it might be more challenging to receive compensation. A seasoned legal team would have the knowledge and skills to know how to navigate this process. 


These aforementioned types of cases are four of the most common incidents that are represented by Personal Injury attorneys. No matter how careful a person can be, accidents can still happen. It is imperative that you are aware of your rights and what you are entitled to during this difficult time. You should also have an experienced team of legal professionals alongside you so that you don’t have to deal with this alone. 


If you or a loved one has been injured in one of the accidents we’ve listed here, or even if you have a question regarding the nature of your case, give us a call today: 770-800-7000. 

Why do you need a personal injury expert attorney?

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Accidents never warn. They are unpredictable and can occur to anyone, at any time of the day and at any job. Return to your life can take a long time depending on the severity of the injuries. Likewise, the accumulated stress from the number of medical bills and the lack of money from lost wages can kill your patience. Are you still wondering what you can do to recover yourself? Don’t worry, the Castan & Lecca Law Firm is here to help you. Our personal injury attorneys are with you to fight for your rights. We have negotiation experts with the ability to litigate personal injury accidents.
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Is It Worth Pursuing a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?

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Castan y Lecca article about malpractice
Medical malpractice lawsuits are a type of personal injury case. When a medical professional’s negligence results in a patient being injured or in the condition of the patient worsening or experiencing complications, then the healthcare provider is considered liable. Medical malpractice lawsuits are often lengthy, expensive, and intimidating, but if you’ve received harm within the healthcare system, we encourage you to have a conversation with an attorney to discover if you could potentially receive some remuneration. When it comes to medical malpractice suits in Georgia, here are some things you need to know:
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Dustin Thompson was raised in rural Camilla, Georgia. Dustin graduated from Georgia Southern University majoring in political science and history. After graduation, Dustin obtained a law degree from Georgia State University College of Law in Atlanta. Before becoming a lawyer, Dustin worked a variety of jobs from a watermelon farm in Mitchell County to a policy think tank in Washington D.C. Dustin has practiced law almost exclusively in the workers’ compensation arena since 2014. For nearly a decade, he worked for a large defense firm in Georgia representing employers and insurers and gaining the invaluable experience and knowledge of how insurers defend claims. In 2023, Dustin joined the firm to use his expertise and litigation skills to help individuals who have been injured as a result of work accidents and third-party negligence.  Dustin has been repeatedly recognized by Best Lawyers: “Ones to Watch” in the practice of workers’ compensation. Outside of work, Dustin enjoys traveling, hunting, and attending sporting events. He and his family are active in Buckhead Church.

MICHAEL BOESCHEN

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Michael Boeschen (Mike) was born in Wichita, KS and raised in Chattanooga, TN. Mike graduated from The McCallie School and went on to study history, Spanish, and Latin American Studies at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. After graduation, he went on to pursue a law degree from the University Of Georgia School Of Law. During law school, Mike participated in the Legal Aid Clinic, assisting in the defense of indigent criminal defendants. Mike has been licensed to practice law in Georgia since 2002 and his main practice area consists of representing injured workers as they navigate through the Georgia workers’ compensation system. Mike is also fluent in Spanish. In his spare time Mike enjoys following soccer, cooking, and spending time with his wife and two young daughters. Mike and his family are parishioners of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Sandy Springs, GA

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ED DENKER

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Edward Denker was born in Philadelphia, PA but has made Georgia his home since 1999. He graduated from the Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts. He then earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Georgia. Edward spent his first years in practice representing clients in personal injury and wrongful death claims. He then spent more than a decade honing his litigation skills representing employers and insurers in workers’ compensation claims, where he gained immense experience and knowledge of how insurers defend those claims. In 2017, Edward returned to his passion of representing people who have been injured at work or through the negligence of others. When he isn’t working, Edward enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children. He is also an avid sports fan, and enjoys cooking and travel

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Iliana Dobrev was born in Bulgaria. After high school, she immigrated to the United States to study law. She graduated magna cum laude from Georgia State University with a Bachelor’s in political science concentrating on pre-law and minoring in Spanish. In 2015, she graduated from Georgia State University College of Law. While in law school, Iliana completed a Graduate Research Assistantship in Labor and Employment Law and Employment Discrimination and two externships in Immigration Law. As an immigrant herself, Iliana is passionate about advocating for and defending immigrants. She is delighted to help families stay together and pursue the American dream. Iliana is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and worked in both a fellowship and a firm specializing in immigration law. Iliana is fluent in Bulgarian and Spanish
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KEN THAXTON

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Ken Thaxton was born and raised in Roberta, GA. When Ken was a child, his father started a trucking business, which Ken ultimately spent over ten years working with through his late teens and twenties. Ken graduated from Houston County High School in Warner Robins, GA in 2001 with a 4.0 GPA. He then studied Business and Information Technology at Macon State College, ultimately graduating with a 4.0 GPA in 2004. After graduation, Ken continued to work with his father’s trucking company, and in late 2005, Ken and his father started an aircraft charter company, Southern Jet, Inc., under Part 135 of the Federal Aviation Regulations. Ken served as President of Southern Jet from 2006 until 2010, when he and his father sold the company. Ken is a Commercially Licensed Instrument, Multi-Engine Pilot. While serving as President of Southern Jet, Ken started Law School at the University of Georgia School of Law in 2009. Ken focused primarily on business and civil law, including Workers’ Compensation, while at UGA. He graduated Cum Laude and in the top 25% of his class from UGA Law in 2012. Ken is a licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia, and he is also a licensed neutral (mediator) in the State of Georgia. Ken represents small businesses in transactional matters and business conflicts, and he also represents injured workers and Plaintiffs injured in cases of negligence. During his spare time, Ken enjoys swimming, cycling, sporting clays, and fishing. He also does charity work with a national scholarship fund
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ALEXANDER LECCA

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Alexander Lecca (Alex) was born in Miami, Florida to immigrant parents from Cuba and Peru. Alex graduated from Coral Gables High School, where he was a recipient of the Elsa Glazer Award (given to students who graduate with a 3.5 GPA and above). He went on to study marketing at the University of Miami School of Business Administration. At the University of Miami he was also a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. After graduation, he went on to pursue a law degree from St. Thomas University School of Law. In law school, Alex received several book awards and graduated Cum Laude. During law school Alex clerked for the Honorable Beth Bloom, had an internship with the Miami-Dade County Public Defender’s office, and clerked for a prestigious litigation law firm. Alex is licensed to practice law in both Georgia and Florida and handles workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. He is also a registered mediator with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution. Alex is also fluent in Spanish. During his spare time, Alex enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and four children. He also helps coach his children’s baseball, football, basketball, and soccer teams. Alex and his family are parishioners of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church

DANIEL CASTAN 

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Dan Castan is a senior partner at Castan and Lecca, PC in Buckhead and represents injured workers before the State Board of Workers’ Compensation and plaintiffs in State and Superior Courts of Georgia for injuries suffered in accidents. Dan litigated one of the seminal claims securing the rights of undocumented workers to receive Workers’ Compensation benefits in the state of Georgia when injured in the case of Wet Walls, Inc. vs. Ledesma. Dan has successfully fought and settled multi million dollar cases. He was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey to immigrant parents from Cuba. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston College and received his Juris Doctor from The Washington College of Law at The American University in Washington D.C.  Dan was admitted to the Georgia Bar in November, 1993.  He is an active member of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Atlanta Bar Association and the Workers’ Compensation Section of the State Bar of Georgia. Dan is a founding member and Director of the Latino Victory Fund Georgia and serves on the Board of The Latin American Association. Dan has been dedicated to getting Latinos elected to local, state and Federal offices in Georgia. He has been a Big Brother through Big Brothers and Sisters of Metro Atlanta and a mentor through The Latin American Association’s mentor/mentee program. Dan is married with two children.