Echo Park Personal Injury Lawyer

Echo Park Personal Injury Attorney

When your injuries are caused by the negligence or recklessness of another person or entity, you have the right under personal injury law to recover the value of the damages you suffered. Some personal injuries are settled through insurance claims, while others are handled in civil court. If you have suffered a personal injury, such as from a car accident, slip and fall, or a construction accident, you need an experienced Echo Park personal injury lawyer to help you navigate a claim.

Experienced Legal Support After a Serious Personal Injury

The support of an attorney is crucial after a personal injury. Not all injuries are eligible for a claim, but they likely are if someone else is to blame. An attorney can review the cause of your injury to determine if you have a personal injury claim. They can also determine what damages you are owed and find the most effective methods to recover that compensation. This legal support is incredibly helpful during a time of healing and recovery.

At the Law Offices of Carl D. Barnes, our attorneys have over 40 years of experience in personal injury law in many different types of complex cases. We believe that you should not be responsible for the costs of an injury that was someone else’s fault. Our firm fights for your financial future and personal interests by pursuing the compensation you need to support yourself and your family. We can work to secure you the most compensation available for your unique injury.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle at the Law Offices of Carl D. Barnes

As you look for the right personal injury lawyer to manage your case, it is essential that you seek out attorneys with skill and experience in cases like yours. There are numerous types of accidents and injuries that make up personal injury cases. Your case is much more likely to be successful with an attorney who knows how to investigate your incident, calculate your damages, and evaluate the other specifics of your situation.

At the Law Offices of Carl D. Barnes, we have years of experience and knowledge in many different personal injury claims, including:

• Car Accidents: This is one of the most common causes of personal injuries and claims. Most car accidents are caused by the negligence of an involved driver. A driver may be driving distracted or failing to follow the laws of the road. Auto accidents are typically handled through car insurance, although there are situations where a civil claim is necessary, such as if the at-fault party does not carry insurance.
• Truck Accidents: Accidents involving commercial trucks are, on average, more destructive than other car accidents. Resulting personal injury claims are more complex because of this and the fact that these claims are often against a commercial trucking company.
• Motorcycle Accidents: Collisions between passenger vehicles and motorcycles can be very damaging to the motorcyclist, often resulting in serious or fatal injuries.
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents: Pedestrians and bicyclists are especially vulnerable when they are involved in any collision with motor vehicles, even ones at low speeds. These accidents may have been caused by the negligence of any involved parties, but even partially liable pedestrians or bicyclists can recover significant compensation.
• Rideshare Accidents: Rideshare collision claims can be more complex because they involve state and federal regulations as well as the insurance provider for the rideshare company.
• Premises Liability: Property owners are responsible for keeping reasonably safe grounds, and they can be liable if their failure causes harm to someone.
• Dog Bites: Dog owners are liable for the harm caused by their dogs. If you were bitten or attacked by someone’s pet, they could be liable for your injuries.
• Construction Accidents: Construction sites are dangerous locations, particularly for employees who are on-site each day. Employees are usually restricted to workers’ compensation after an injury, but unique circumstances could lead to a personal injury claim.
• Wrongful Death: If someone should have been eligible for a personal injury claim but they did not survive their injuries, their surviving loved ones can file a wrongful death claim to recover certain damages.

FAQs

How Much Do Personal Injury Lawyers Charge in California?

Personal injury lawyers in California usually charge a contingency fee, meaning that they get a percentage of the final settlement. If they cannot secure you a settlement, they do not get paid attorney’s fees. By charging a contingency fee, attorneys are able to help injured individuals who are already dealing with financial stressors. Working with an attorney is likely to secure you significantly more compensation than you would obtain without one, and you owe nothing out of pocket if a settlement isn’t secured.

How Long Does It Take to Settle a Personal Injury Case in California?

How long it takes to settle a personal injury case in California varies, as it depends on unique factors about your injury and the circumstances of your accident. A case could settle quickly if the other party is willing to negotiate in good faith. You may also achieve a faster settlement if there is a lot of evidence supporting your case, thus firmly establishing who was at fault and the injuries you sustained.

A case might take much longer if the other party is unwilling to negotiate, the case goes to court, or there is doubt about liability.

What Is the Personal Injury Law in California?

The personal injury law in California refers to the liability of an individual for intentional acts or a lack of ordinary care that causes another party to be injured. The law also establishes the wronged party’s legal right to recover compensation. This enables injured individuals to file against others who deliberately cause them harm, as well as those who did not mean to cause harm but did so through their lack of care.

Does California Have Any Laws That Limit Personal Injury Damages?

California does limit personal injury damages in medical malpractice claims, capping noneconomic damages, like pain and suffering, to $350,000 for claims against healthcare providers or institutions. This limit increases to $500,000 for noneconomic damages in wrongful death claims against these parties.

California law also limits personal injury damages if the person filing for damages is determined to be partially at fault. Under comparative fault laws, an injured party can still recover damages if they are partially liable, but their compensation is reduced by their percent of liability.

The Law Offices of Carl D. Barnes Can Help

When you have suffered a personal injury, the Law Offices of Carl D. Barnes can help you review your next steps. Contact our team today.