If I was working out on the beach running backwards and knocked someone down, should I expect to be sued?
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If I was working out on the beach running backwards and knocked someone down, should I expect to be sued?
I was looking from the corner of my eye and every so often turning my head. I accidentally I bumped into a little old lady (she must have been in a blind spot) causing her to fall. I waited for her to catch her breath and then helped her up. She seemed okay enough to walk home. Nothing was hurting her. A lens came loose but did not break.
Asked on October 2, 2014 under Personal Injury, Florida
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
If the lady you bumped into was not injured, she doesn't have a case and you won't be sued.
If injuries manifest themselves later and she receives medical treatment, you may be sued for negligence, and would be liable for her medical bills, pain and suffering, and if applicable, wage loss.
Compensation for the medical bills is straight reimbursement. The medical reports will document the nature and extent of the injuries and will be used to determine compensation for pain and suffering, which is an amount in addition to the medical bills. Compensation for wage loss is straight reimbursement.
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