3 Ways an Attorney Can Help After an Accident
If you or a loved one has been in a car accident, you’re most likely reeling from a host of physical and emotional issues. Dealing with doctor’s appointments and other medical providers to get the best care possible for your injuries, adjusting to the new limitations the accident has put on your life, and dealing with the trauma of being in an accident is more than enough to handle. Our experienced attorneys are here to help relieve your burden and care for all aspects of...
Frequently Asked Questions about Personal Injury Cases
At [firm-name], we have compassion for our clients. It’s distressing when you’ve been hurt in an accident and don’t know what to do next. Sometimes we find people are hesitant to contact a lawyer because they are overwhelmed or have mistaken preconceptions of what might be involved. Below are some frequently asked questions clients often have. Q: How much will it cost to hire an attorney to handle my personal injury case? A: At our firm, we know you are probably already overwhelmed with medical...
Not All Injuries are Obvious
When someone is involved in a car, motorcycle, truck, or bicycle accident, there are usually clear signs of an injury: bleeding, a broken bone, road rash, loss of consciousness, etc. But internal injuries such as organ damage may not be immediately apparent. That’s one reason why it’s essential to get a medical examination as soon after an accident as possible. A physician will know where and how to look for injuries that aren’t visible. Getting an examination could save your life and provide important evidence should you decide to pursue...
What Not to Say to an Insurance Adjuster
It is common to assume that the insurance adjuster handling your claim after an accident will be on your side and want to help you secure the best possible settlement to cover your medical treatment and additional expenses. Unfortunately, this is not generally the case. Typically, insurance companies want to save money by avoiding paying large settlements to accident victims. They investigate the incident to determine if their policyholder’s actions contributed to the claimant’s injuries. However, they might look for reasons to deny your claim...
What Is the Discovery Phase of a Personal Injury Case?
There are several phases to a personal injury lawsuit. The money that you can recover can make a world of difference when you’re paying your medical bills and worrying about your lost wages. The better you understand the process, the greater your chances of success. When you work with a California personal injury attorney, you’ll have knowledge, success, and experience on your side. The decisions you make immediately after an accident are incredibly important to your personal injury case. You should get immediate medical help...
What Documents Do I Need for my Personal Injury Case?
If you've been injured in an accident, you may need to gather documentation to negotiate with the at-fault party's insurance company or to prove your case in court. Proper documentation can be the key to a successful claim or litigation. An experienced California personal injury attorney can help guide you through the process of pursuing compensation and improve your potential for successfully recovering damages. If you've been injured because of someone else's negligence, it's up to you to prove the other party was at fault....
What You Should Know About Requesting an Accident Report
Immediately after a car accident, it's easy to be overwhelmed and in shock. In California, you must report certain incidents to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If the police attend your accident, the reporting responsibility becomes theirs. This is true whether the local police department, sheriff's department, or Highway Patrol is on the scene. In this situation, you are not required to complete a separate accident report for the DMV. If you have pressing questions about your case, don't hesitate to contact us today....
Five Ways to Prove Your Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injuries can be caused by a car or bike accident, a medical error, a construction accident, or in many other ways. The effects of such an injury are often permanent and life-altering. The medical expenses for treatment and rehabilitation can seem impossible to repay. If your injury was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be owed compensation for your injuries. When you file a personal injury claim or lawsuit to recover compensation, the insurance company and their attorneys will try everything in...
Dealing with a Brain Injury After a Car Accident
Unfortunately, a traumatic brain injury (TBI), is one of the more common and most serious types of injuries that can occur after a motor vehicle accident. A brain injury is defined as an injury to the brain that occurs after birth and is not congenital, genetic, or the result of a degenerative condition such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. TBIs are usually caused by an external blow to the head or an object piercing the skull. Types of Damage Effects from a TBI can range from...
5 Benefits of Hiring a Local Personal Injury Lawyer
If you’ve suffered a traumatic injury after an accident you are probably overwhelmed with many difficulties. One of the most pressing is figuring out how to get the compensation you will need to get you through this challenging time and make you whole going forward. This is where an experienced, compassionate and local personal injury lawyer comes in. If you do an online search for “personal injury attorneys” you’ll find endless options. Why decide to go with an attorney in your area? Here are 5...