what rights do i have if i suffered a chemical burn to my eye while incarcerated in a jail?
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what rights do i have if i suffered a chemical burn to my eye while incarcerated in a jail?
Asked on April 2, 2015 under Personal Injury, Georgia
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Your rights depend on what caused the burn. If it was due to prison negligence (improper or inadequate supervision or safety gear, for example), the jail and county (or state, if a state prison) could be liable for your injuries. However, if the jail and its staff were not at fault, then they would not be liable; liability in cases like this depends on fault.
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