An accident can bring medical bills, lost income and questions from insurers all at once. This section explains how personal injury claims generally work in the United States, including car accidents, workplace injuries and workers’ compensation, slip-and-fall and premises liability, dog bites, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse and wrongful death claims. It also covers questions immigrants often ask, such as whether immigration status affects the right to seek compensation.

Fault rules, damage caps and filing deadlines (statutes of limitations) differ from state to state, and the value of a claim depends on its facts. These guides are general information and do not predict the outcome of any claim. If you have been injured, consider speaking with an attorney promptly so that no deadline is missed.