If you sustained injuries in an auto accident, you might be exploring options to pursue an injury claim against the responsible party. When you file a personal injury claim with the other party’s insurance company, you should have a copy of your Los Angeles accident report. Understandably, this is a stressful time, especially if you are in pain and...
Continue ReadingTruck accidents often result in serious injuries, even if they happen at a low speed. As a result, many victims wonder, what is the average semi-truck accident settlement in California? Is there a semi-truck accident settlement calculator you can use? While semi-truck accident settlements can significantly vary based on the nature of the accident, injuries sustained, and other factors,...
Continue ReadingSometimes, it’s harder to navigate the emotional pain and suffering that follows a car accident than it is to bear the ensuing medical treatments and procedures. This is why we provided this pain and suffering calculator for California residents. As the bills pile up, you’ve probably wondered whether you’re entitled to pain and suffering damages. In California, you may...
Continue ReadingThe process of physically, emotionally, and financially recovering after a car accident can be long and strenuous. If you plan to file a lawsuit to aid in your recovery, don’t let the California car accident statute of limitations prevent you from collecting a valuable damages award. In general, the statute of limitations for a car accident in California places a two-year deadline on...
Continue ReadingYou planned on spending a relaxing, sun-soaked day out on the water enjoying the salty breeze and ocean sounds. Suddenly, an accident turns your dreamy, carefree day into a watery nightmare. The first thing to do in a boating accident is to assess the health and safety of your passengers and, if anyone is injured, call for immediate medical attention. Stop...
Continue ReadingThere is no clear average settlement for spinal stenosis. Settlement amounts vary widely based on the severity and impact of the injury. The confidential nature of settlement figures adds to the complexity of collecting enough data to calculate a true average spinal stenosis settlement amount. Even without statistical information, there are ways to estimate the value of your spinal...
Continue ReadingBoating accidents can happen instantly and be caused by factors like operator inattention or impairment, defective equipment, or even wildlife encounters. Any unexpected issues during a maritime journey can lead to a boat accident injury. In fact, between 2019 and 2020, California boat accidents increased as much as 52% from prior years, with increases projected to continue into the future....
Continue ReadingThe number one step to take when you are involved in a car wreck is to seek medical attention. Immediate and consistent care can protect your health and interests in a car accident claim. Not only is seeing a car accident doctor paramount after a crash but seeing the right car accident doctor is crucial. After a collision, you...
Continue ReadingAccident victims and their loved ones often experience medical, financial, and collateral consequences following their injuries. Depending on the unique facts and circumstances of the case, California law provides recourse to individuals who have experienced damages and losses due to another’s negligence. While the state’s negligence laws broadly govern these cases, the right path to relief depends on the...
Continue ReadingIf you fall and injure yourself on another person’s property, you may be entitled to recover compensation by filing a slip and fall lawsuit. California slip and fall cases fall under the state’s premises liability laws. Although the law provides a way by which you can recover damages, it also requires claimants to follow strict evidentiary and procedural rules....
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