FAQ’s

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If the injury is very minor, you can probably represent yourself.However, you will likely be dealing with claims adjusters at insurance companies, including your own – who are trained to settle claims as quickly and as cheaply as possible. An attorney will know how to evaluate and document your claim to maximize your recovery.

For personal injury and worker’s compensation claims, most law firms charge a percentage of the amount recovered and advance all cost. This manner of handling cases is referred to to as a contingency fee arrangement. This arrangement means you can obtain the best possible legal representation immediately after your injury.

While there are time limits to file legal action after a personal injury in California, the best time to seek knowledgeable legal advice is immediately after the accident. Evidence disappears or can be destroyed, and memories can fade quickly, after a traumatic accident. Personal injury attorneys understand the rules of preservation of evidence and proof of negligence, and can obtain fair compensation for you. Contact reputable legal counsel as soon as possible.

The lawyer you choose should be someone that you can trust and are comfortable with. The lawyer should be an experienced professional that knows how to handle your specific type of claim.

This also depends on the specifics of your case. It is not uncommon for personal injury claims to be drawn-out if there are factual and legal issues or if the compensation at stake involves a large sum of money. If you are still recovering from your injuries, that can also prolong the legal process. Your lawyer will want to wait until you have fully recovered to understand the complete and final value of your injuries. It is possible to avoid a lengthy legal battle, but you will have to be willing to settle for a significantly less amount of money.

If you have been injured as a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of another, under the law you may be entitled to compensation for past and future out-of- pocket damages, including medical expenses, loss of wages, and/or loss of earning capacity. You may also be entitled to reasonable and fair compensation for what the law calls “general damages,” which include such things as pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment in life. In assessing whether you have a case and its value, some factors to be considered include the nature and extent of the injuries, the degree of pain and/or emotional suffering, your degree of disability, and the length of time that and extent to which the injury will affect your life.

The majority of personal injury cases are settled before ever going to trial, but sometimes settling out of court is not an option. This may be because the defendant does not offer a settlement, the defendant only offers an unreasonable settlement, the plaintiff wants to go to trial or liability or damages are disputed.

If the injury is very minor, you can probably represent yourself.However, you will likely be dealing with claims adjusters at insurance companies, including your own – who are trained to settle claims as quickly and as cheaply as possible. An attorney will know how to evaluate and document your claim to maximize your recovery.

For personal injury and worker’s compensation claims, most law firms charge a percentage of the amount recovered and advance all cost. This manner of handling cases is referred to to as a contingency fee arrangement. This arrangement means you can obtain the best possible legal representation immediately after your injury.

While there are time limits to file legal action after a personal injury in California, the best time to seek knowledgeable legal advice is immediately after the accident. Evidence disappears or can be destroyed, and memories can fade quickly, after a traumatic accident. Personal injury attorneys understand the rules of preservation of evidence and proof of negligence, and can obtain fair compensation for you. Contact reputable legal counsel as soon as possible.

The lawyer you choose should be someone that you can trust and are comfortable with. The lawyer should be an experienced professional that knows how to handle your specific type of claim.

This also depends on the specifics of your case. It is not uncommon for personal injury claims to be drawn-out if there are factual and legal issues or if the compensation at stake involves a large sum of money. If you are still recovering from your injuries, that can also prolong the legal process. Your lawyer will want to wait until you have fully recovered to understand the complete and final value of your injuries. It is possible to avoid a lengthy legal battle, but you will have to be willing to settle for a significantly less amount of money.

If you have been injured as a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of another, under the law you may be entitled to compensation for past and future out-of- pocket damages, including medical expenses, loss of wages, and/or loss of earning capacity. You may also be entitled to reasonable and fair compensation for what the law calls “general damages,” which include such things as pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment in life. In assessing whether you have a case and its value, some factors to be considered include the nature and extent of the injuries, the degree of pain and/or emotional suffering, your degree of disability, and the length of time that and extent to which the injury will affect your life.

The majority of personal injury cases are settled before ever going to trial, but sometimes settling out of court is not an option. This may be because the defendant does not offer a settlement, the defendant only offers an unreasonable settlement, the plaintiff wants to go to trial or liability or damages are disputed.