Do All Personal Injury Claims Go to Court?
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, only about 3% of personal injury claims end up in court.1 Other estimates put the settlement rate for civil cases at about 95%.2 This means most lawsuits conclude with an out-of-court settlement. Filing a personal injury claim involves many steps before reaching either scenario. But here, we’ll examine […]
What Types of Medical Expenses After a Personal Injury Can I Get Compensated For?
Medical expenses after a personal injury often reach into the tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars. In California, the minimum amount of liability insurance is $15,000 per person and $30,000 per accident.1 Whether you’ve been injured in a car accident, a slip and fall, or any other accident, you’re medical bills […]
Personal Liability vs. Personal Injury Coverage
Aside from seeking the best personal injury attorney after an accident, you may wonder about the difference between personal liability and personal injury coverage. The sound of these terms can obscure their true meanings. However, they’re both crucial for navigating a personal injury case and obtaining compensation. Here’s an in-depth look into the definition of […]
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 […]