When one person (or company) injures another, either willfully or through negligence, the case comes under the category of personal injury law. In such cases, the injured party can seek recompense, even if they are partially at fault (since Louisiana has a "pure comparative fault" system). Keep in mind that the statute of limitations is one year; this means that you have one year from the time of the injury to file your case. Here are some of the types of cases that fall under personal injury law:

1. Motor Vehicle Accidents: If you were in an accident involving a car, a bike or a truck, then you can file a personal injury claim and get compensation for your medical bills, time that you had to take off from work etc.
2. Medical Malpractice: If a healthcare professional who was treating you made a mistake, you can demand compensation. They may have misdiagnosed you, made a mistake during surgery or prescribed you the wrong medication. Given that medical malpractice can worsen your health situation and have a strong negative impact on your life, it makes sense to file a personal injury claim.
3. Product Liability: It's up to the company making a product to ensure that that product is safe for consumers to use. However, this is not always the case. If you come across a product which negatively impacts your health or mental well-being, you can file a product liability claim.
4. Workplace Accidents: If your workplace is not maintained properly and becomes a hazardous place to work, you can file a personal injury claim. For example, if the machine you are operating malfunctions because it did not receive servicing, you might have a personal injury case.
5. Wrongful Death: If one of your loved ones dies as a result of the negligent or willful actions of someone, you can file a personal injury claim and get compensated. For example, if your loved one has a workplace accident or is the victim of medical malpractice, as a result of which they pass away, then you can sue the company they were working for or the doctor they went to and get compensation.

Figuring out whether your case falls under the personal injury category and whether you are entitled to some compensation can be difficult, especially if you are still recovering from your injuries. The legal professionals at Schwartz Law Firm will guide you through the process of filing a claim and make sure you get the maximum compensation possible, so that you can focus on being healthy and getting your life back on track.