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How Outstanding Debt May Affect a Personal Injury Settlement
Californians tend to carry significant debt. According to the Federal Reserve Board of New York, the 2019 average debt for California residents was $73,400, including auto loans, credit cards, mortgages, and student loans. Debt can impact many parts…
Can Psychological Injuries Be Included in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Personal injuries can not only affect you physically but also emotionally and psychologically. Victims may be able to pursue compensation for mental health damages in a personal injury claim. In fact, in certain situations, California allows victims to…
What to Expect as a Personal Injury Client
Many of our clients have never pursued a claim for personal injuries before and are unfamiliar with the lengthy, complex legal process. Below is a summary that will help you become familiar with this process so you know what to expect. Gathering Information Your…
What Happens During the Discovery Phase of a Personal Injury Claim?
A personal injury lawsuit involves many steps, many in preparation for trial. One important phase is discovery, when both sides share information, they need to build a case. Learn more about this process below. Purpose of the Discovery Phase The discovery…
Understanding the Bottom Line in Personal Injury Cases
Pursuing maximum compensation for your injuries is an easy general concept: The bigger the settlement, the better. However, there are many complex factors that may impact the amount of money that you retain after your case is complete. Below are brief…
What is a Demand Letter in a Personal Injury Case?
After suffering a personal injury in an accident, one of the steps when seeking compensation is sending a demand letter to the insurance company. Having an experienced lawyer draft and send this letter often makes a significant difference in the outcome…
How is an Injury Victim Paid After their Case is Won?
When accident victims agree to a settlement for their injury claims, they are usually eager to receive funds and may have questions about that process. Will the insurance company pay you right away? Will you receive a check in the mail? Below, learn…
How Can I Find A Really Good Lawyer for What I Need?
Something unfortunate has happened, and your solution involves our legal system. However, you may not be sure where to begin or who you can trust to get the help you need. While you probably do need an attorney, searching for legal help may seem overwhelming. In…
I Got a Low Settlement Offer That Only Covers a Fraction of My Medical Expenses. Is it Worth Talking to an Attorney?
The cold truth is that insurance companies have the upper hand when you represent yourself as an accident victim. They have far more leverage, resources, and expertise – even if you do extensive research, write assertive letters, and present your situation…
What Is a Free Consultation and How Does It Help My Claim?
Being hurt in an accident can be overwhelming. While you are recovering from your injuries, you may be wondering if you need to hire a lawyer to help with your claim. Most personal injury law firms offer free consultations to accident victims, but exactly…