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Common Factors That May Delay an Injury Claim
If you filed a claim for injuries caused by someone else’s negligence but are still waiting for the insurance company to return your calls, offer fair compensation, or process those forms you filled out, you may be wondering what is causing the delays. While some delays in a claim may be reasonable, there are other […]
What is a Letter of Protection in a Personal Injury Case?
A letter of protection, also known as an LOP, is a legally binding contract between your attorney, doctor, and you. The letter guarantees that you will pay your treating doctors for any services rendered to you once your injury claim is resolved. The purpose of an LOP is to help injury victims get the treatment […]
Vicarious Liability in California Personal Injury Cases
When you’re injured due to someone’s negligence while they’re working, you may be able to hold their employer responsible, even if the employer wasn’t directly at fault. This legal principle is called vicarious liability, and it can be crucial to obtaining full compensation for your injuries. At Justice4You, our experienced California personal injury attorneys help […]
Can a Surgery Recommendation Affect a Settlement Offer?
A doctor’s recommendation for surgery is evidence of the severity of the victim’s injuries and may create a strong argument for why the victim deserves compensation. The need for surgery is a common reason for insurers to offer the full amount of liability coverage in a settlement. What Types of Injuries Tend to Require Surgery? […]
Why is it Important to be Honest with Your Personal Injury Lawyer?
You may have reservations about disclosing some of your medical and financial histories to your attorney, perhaps because of feelings of embarrassment or fear that they may determine that you do not have a case. Sharing negative details may feel uncomfortable at the time, but withholding information from your attorney can ultimately hurt your case. […]
Arbitration in a Personal Injury Case
People often think of just two options for solving a personal injury dispute with an insurance company: a settlement or a jury verdict. There are a few other ways the dispute may be settled, such as arbitration. What is Arbitration? Arbitration is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and is used to resolve a […]
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 of a person’s life. Personal injury victims may wonder how their debt may impact compensation from a […]
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 sue for psychological damages even if they are not physically injured. The licensed Sacramento personal injury lawyers […]
What to Expect as 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 legal team needs to know the details about your case. We […]
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 phase in a personal injury claim is part of pre-trial preparation. Discovery is a […]
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 descriptions of several financial aspects that may affect the amount of your recovery. If […]
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 of your claim, particularly the value of the settlement you may receive. If you […]