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Personal injury claims arise every day from car accidents, medical malpractice, slip and falls, and other incidents. Under California law, victims of personal injury are entitled to compensation for their damages and losses if the negligence or intentional actions of another party caused their harm. Since every personal injury case is unique, settlement values can differ greatly even in similar cases. But how do you increase the settlement value in personal injury claims? There are various factors that can significantly influence your personal injury settlement. This includes whether or not you work with an experienced personal injury attorney, your actions [...]
Right-of-way driving in California can significantly influence your car accident case if you ever find yourself in this situation. In fact, one of the first things you should find out when you pursue a car accident claim is who had the right-of-way. Although you can still recover damages in California even if you did not have the right-of-way, the circumstances of your case will need to show a reasonable amount of fault by the other driver. Regardless of whether you are involved in a car accident in California where you had the right-of-way or not, you should always consult a [...]
Emotional distress is a psychological injury and victims can sue another party for those damages in California civil courts to pursue compensation. Emotional trauma is not always caused by physical injuries and the presence of a physical injury is not needed to pursue emotional distress in a claim. Still, it is harder to prove as certain criteria must be met. But how can you prove emotional distress in court in California? The basis of emotional distress damages and seeking them through civil lawsuits depends on the emotional distress a party suffered due to the intentional or negligent actions of another, [...]
In California, there are specific time limits, known as statutes of limitations, within which a person must file a personal injury lawsuit or claim. These statutes vary depending on the type of injury and the circumstances of the case. For most personal injury cases, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the injury. However, there are exceptions to this rule. To comply with the law and avoid any delays that could hamper your ability to claim damages, it is best to consult an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. What is the California Statute [...]
Lane splitting, also known as white-lining or stripe-riding, refers to the practice of a motorcyclist riding between two lanes of slow-moving or stopped traffic. The California Vehicle Code does not explicitly prohibit lane splitting, but it also does not specifically authorize it. Consequently, determining liability in personal injury cases involving lane splitting can be complex. If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident, an experienced motorcycle accident attorney in California can help you identify all the at-fault parties, collect strong evidence to prove liability, and maximize your financial compensation. Legal Status of California Lane Splitting [...]
Truck accidents can occur in many different ways, leading to catastrophic injuries and damages. Although every truck accident is an extremely dangerous situation, a semi-truck jackknife may be the most devastating of all. If you or a loved one were in a semi-truck jackknife accident, you should seek legal representation from an experienced truck accident lawyer today. There may be multiple at-fault parties beyond the truck driver that will be responsible for your painful injuries, emotional trauma, and financial damages. Brown & Gessell is a personal injury law firm with a track record of helping truck accident victims navigate these [...]