Bodily Injury Coverage vs. Personal Injury Protection
If you’ve been in an automobile or other accident, you may wonder about the difference between bodily injury coverage and personal injury protection. These terms refer to different types of insurance coverage. However, both pay for medical bills and related expenses that result from an accident; regardless of which applies, the insurer typically does not […]
Why Do Personal Injury Lawsuits Take So Long?
Settling a personal injury lawsuit can take months or years, which is a long time for an accident victim to wait. For many reasons, one lawsuit may take more or less time to resolve than another. Most injured plaintiffs prefer to settle quickly. But often, the longer we fight, the more compensation we can win. […]
7 Types of Claims a Property Damage Attorney Can Take On
A property damage attorney can take on a wide range of claims. Your personal injury attorney may be able to help, especially if an injury occurred due to an at-fault party’s negligence. Property damage is one of the leading types of damages, on top of medical expenses, lost income, legal fees, and pain and suffering, […]
Can a Personal Injury Lawyer Help File a Property Damage Claim?
Even a minor car accident can cause property damage, but can a personal injury lawyer help you file a claim on it? The laws for handling personal injury claims and property damage claims are different. Most personal injury attorneys have experience with both. They’re more likely to handle your property damage claim if you have […]
Why Do I Need a Truck Accident Lawyer?
After a crash with a big rig, semi-truck, tractor-trailer, or 18-wheeler, you need a truck accident lawyer. It’s one of the common questions we get from clients who’ve been in truck accidents. Driver fatigue and driving under the influence are common causes of crashes involving large trucks. However, weather conditions, faulty equipment, or poor training […]
How Can a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Increase My Settlement?
A motorcycle accident lawyer can help maximize your settlement amount to compensate for major injuries, permanent disabilities, and other damages caused by an accident. Their expertise is invaluable. In the aftermath of a motorcycle crash, it’s hard to know where to turn. Insurance settlements are often lower than expected (insurers often justify decreasing or denying […]
What Types of Cases Can Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Take On?
Pedestrian accident attorneys can take on a wide range of cases. Each case is different, as every accident has unique circumstances that affect the type and severity of a victim’s injuries. Hundreds of pedestrians are killed every year on California roadways, while thousands more are badly hurt. Experts attribute the growing popularity of trucks and […]
Can an Animal Attack Lawyer Help If Another Dog Attacked My Dog?
Can a Dog Bite or Animal Attack Lawyer Help If Another Dog Attacked Your Dog in California? When your dog is attacked, it’s not just upsetting—it can be expensive, time-consuming, and confusing. Many owners quickly learn that veterinary bills, follow-up care, and even behavioral issues can last long after the bite wounds heal. If the […]
How Can Vicarious Liability Help Me Sue a Company?
How Vicarious Liability Can Help You Hold a Company Responsible in California If you were injured by someone who was “on the job,” you may be able to pursue the company—not just the individual—through a legal concept called vicarious liability. This matters because companies often have larger insurance policies, clearer paths to recovery, and legal […]
Top Causes of Construction Accidents
Workplace accidents are more common in construction than in most other industries. The top causes of construction worker injuries and fatalities remain falls, electrocutions, struck-by, and caught-in or caught-between incidents. Much of the time, these construction accidents are preventable, meaning a personal injury attorney can help determine who is liable to compensate you for damages. […]