What are Common Personal Injury Claims in New Hampshire?
- Keith Diaz
- 1 day ago
- 4 min read
Updated: 11 hours ago
First, What is Personal Injury?
Personal injury is when someone hurts you because they failed to act safely. The harm can affect your physical health, your mental health, or your daily life. When that happens, you have the right to compensation.
Apis Law is a dedicated personal injury firm that fights for people throughout Southern New Hampshire. We work to secure the compensation you deserve for medical care, lost wages, and the impact the injury has on your life.
Our firm offers free consultations, and you do not pay any attorney’s fee unless we win your case. We take on the insurance company so you can focus on healing.
The list below reflects the most common personal injury cases in Southern New Hampshire, including Manchester, Bedford, Goffstown, New Boston, Hooksett, Concord, and Nashua.
Car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian crashes remain the top source of injury claims in the state. Distracted driving, speeding, and drunk driving lead the list of causes. These crashes can result in whiplash, broken bones, spinal injuries, and traumatic brain injuries.
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These cases involve unsafe property conditions that extend beyond simple falls. Loose railings, collapsing structures, falling merchandise, and unsafe business practices all fit this category. Owners who ignore dangerous conditions bear responsibility for the harm.
New Hampshire holds dog owners responsible when their dog injures someone. Dog bites cause deep wounds, nerve damage, infection, and emotional trauma. Many victims are children. Medical treatment and long-term care can create high costs.
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Elderly residents depend on nursing homes for daily care. Abuse and neglect occur when staff ignore medical needs, use excessive force, or fail to provide a safe environment. Common injuries include bedsores, infections, fractures, and emotional harm. Family members often discover the issue only after severe damage occurs.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Property owners must keep their buildings and walkways safe. Falls happen when owners ignore hazards like ice, spills, broken steps, or dim lighting. Slip and fall injuries often include fractures, torn ligaments, and head injuries. Quick investigation helps preserve crucial evidence.
Assault and Other Intentional Acts
Victims of assault or domestic violence can file a civil claim even when a criminal case moves forward. Civil damages cover medical treatment, therapy, lost wages, and the emotional impact of the attack.
Defective Products
A product becomes dangerous when it contains a design flaw, a manufacturing error, or missing safety warnings. Defective vehicles, tools, medical devices, and household goods can cause serious injuries. These claims often involve expert analysis and technical evidence.
Work injuries occur on construction sites, in warehouses, in delivery jobs, and in office environments. Workers’ compensation covers most claims, but many cases involve a negligent third party. Examples include subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, and outside vendors.
Doctors and medical teams must follow accepted medical standards. When they break those standards, patients suffer avoidable harm. Malpractice involves misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, medication errors, and delays in treatment. These cases rely on detailed medical proof and expert review.
Stalking, Harassment, and Emotional Harm
Severe harassment or stalking can damage a person’s mental health. New Hampshire law allows victims to seek compensation when the conduct causes emotional distress and disrupts daily life.
Sexual Abuse
Survivors of sexual abuse can file civil claims to hold abusers and institutions accountable. Damages include counseling, medical care, and compensation for the emotional harm. These cases require sensitive handling and strong advocacy.
Uber and Lyft Accidents
Rideshare crashes now occur more often in Southern New Hampshire. These cases involve complex insurance rules. Liability can rest on the rideshare driver, the company, or another driver. A quick review of the app activity and insurance layers protects the victim’s rights.
How Negligence Works in Personal Injury Cases
Negligence makes up the core of most injury claims. To prove negligence, your lawyer must show four elements:
Duty – The defendant owed you a legal duty to act safely.
Breach – The defendant breached that duty.
Causation – The breach caused your injury.
Damages – You suffered medical, financial, or emotional harm.
Some cases appear simple, like a rear-end crash. Others require deeper investigation, such as injuries inside a store or on private property. Experienced lawyers examine evidence, speak with witnesses, and consult experts to establish what happened.
Evidence That Strengthens a Personal Injury Claim
Strong evidence drives results. Most cases rely on:
Photos and videos
Medical records
Witness statements
Expert opinions
Maintenance logs
Wage and employment documentation
Early evidence collection protects your claim and prevents disputes over what occurred.
Your Options for Compensation in New Hampshire
You may seek compensation through:
An insurance claim
A personal injury lawsuit
Claims against multiple responsible parties
A lawyer handles negotiations and prepares the case for trial when needed.
When You Should Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer
Personal injury cases involve strict deadlines, aggressive insurers, and detailed legal rules. An experienced attorney protects your rights, gathers evidence, and fights for fair compensation.
Apis Law represents clients across Goffstown, Manchester, Bedford, Merrimack, Milford, New Boston, Hooksett, Londonderry, Derry, Concord, and Nashua.
You focus on your recovery. We handle everything else.
Great article, Keith! You explained the different aspects of personal injury very clearly. One point worth adding is how financial stress often follows these cases. Many injured individuals face mounting medical bills and loss of income while waiting for their claim to resolve. In such situations, personal injury funding can be a lifeline, helping victims cover their immediate expenses until they receive a settlement. It is an option that can ease the burden while allowing people to focus on recovery.