PERSONAL INJURY
WOOLAND HILLS PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER
Serving the Injured Throughout San Fernando Valley
Suffering a personal injury can completely derail your life. Not only can it result in physical pain and suffering, but it can also cause emotional and financial strain. Depending on the severity of your injury, you may be unable to work, which can lead to lost wages and mounting medical bills.
You may also be forced to endure a long and painful recovery process, including surgeries, physical therapy, and ongoing medical treatment. Moreover, dealing with insurance companies and navigating the legal system can be incredibly stressful and time-consuming.
Fortunately, you don't have to do it alone. You can turn to our experienced personal injury attorney at The Law Offices of Oscar R. Swinton serving clients across Los Angeles County. Attorney Swinton is backed by 18 years of experience resolving legal matters in diverse areas, including claims stemming from personal injuries.
Our firm can take on the legal burden of your claim so that you can focus on your recovery. Our professional representation will ensure that your case is thoroughly handled in seeking the compensation to which you are entitled.
Contact our Woodland Hills personal injury attorney via our online form or by calling for a free initial consultation about your case today. Hablamos español. Also serving clients in Santa Clarita & Palmdale!
OVERVIEW OF PERSONAL INJURY LAW IN CALIFORNIA
Most personal injury cases are based on the legal concept of negligence. Negligence occurs when someone fails to exercise reasonable care and, as a result, causes harm to another person.
In personal injury cases, negligence is typically proven by establishing the following elements:
Duty: the other party owed a duty of care to the injured party
Breach: the other party breached that duty of care
Causation: the breach of duty caused the injury
Damages: the injured party suffered damages because of the injury
Many types of accidents or injuries can lead to personal injury claims and lawsuits based on negligence.
Common personal injury accidents can include:
Car Accidents. These involve a driver who violated traffic laws, such as driving while distracted, drunk, speeding, or otherwise careless. These form the basis of most claims in California.
Other Traffic Accidents. These may involve commercial trucks, buses, motorcyclists, bicyclists, or pedestrians.
Slip and Fall Accidents. These are based on injuries occurring on another’s property due to safety hazards that were not addressed by property owners or managers.
Dog bites. Negligence by pet owners can lead to dog attacks and injuries. Claims can be made against these owners and/or their insurers.
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POTENTIAL DAMAGES IN PERSONAL INJURY CASES
When sustaining a personal injury, you may be entitled to compensation for the damages you have suffered. Potential damages that may be available in a personal injury claim can be broken down into two categories: economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages are damages that are quantifiable and can be easily calculated. They may include:
Medical expenses, such as hospital bills, doctor's visits, and medication costs
Lost wages and earning capacity
Property damage
Rehabilitation costs and physical therapy
Non-economic damages are more subjective and may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. They may include:
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress and trauma
Loss of enjoyment of life
Loss of consortium
Loss of companionship
Punitive damages, which are designed to punish the wrongdoer for particularly egregious conduct
Why You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have suffered a personal injury, hiring an attorney can be crucial to protecting your rights and ensuring that you are fairly compensated for your damages.
Our firm will take vigorous action to maximize your compensation by ensuring you avoid mistakes in pursuing your claim and dealing with insurance companies that may try to deny or undervalue your damages. Our goal is to help you secure the compensation you deserve so that you can move forward with the financial resources needed for your physical and financial recovery.
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