Usually, the terms “bodily injury” and “personal injury” get used to refer to different things, but sometimes, the meanings can overlap or get used in more than one situation. To add to the confusion, a term might mean one thing in criminal court and a different thing in a civil case. 

You hear about a medical device recall, like a knee replacement recall, on the news, and you wonder if the one you have in your body is defective. Particularly when you hear about gruesome side effects, it can be quite alarming to hear that something that was surgically implanted inside of you...

You might have heard about a person getting a jury verdict that included pain and suffering damages, but you might not know precisely what this type of compensation is or how it gets calculated. Pain and suffering damages are in addition to other kinds of compensation a person might recover after getting...

When you have a personal injury claim, you might wonder what happens during the negotiating process. Many of the interactions between your California personal injury attorney and the other party take place when you are not present.

Just because you are not there, it does not mean that...

What goes into settling a personal injury claim with an insurance company in California? A lot more than you might realize. Also, the consequences of what happens during the negotiations and settlement process can affect you financially for a long time.

You do not have to deal directly with...

Last updated on May 19, 2023

Some people seem to think that they can post anything they want online about other people with no repercussions. Even celebrities can take action against outrageous invasions of their privacy, but for ordinary people, it is easier to show a violation of your...

It can be difficult to understand the concept of economic damages, especially if you've never had to deal with them before. Simply put, economic damages are the losses you suffer due to an accident or injury. This may include medical expenses, lost wages, and other quantifiable costs associated with the accident. 

Many people injured in an accident in California wonder if their injury has to have a certain level of severity before they can file a claim. The answer is no level of injury qualifies you to be able to file an injury claim. What usually matters is whether you suffered economic losses...

Being injured in an accident or other personal injury incident can create a significant financial burden for you and your family. Holding the person who caused your injury liable for damages allows you to receive a monetary award for your injuries and losses. While many personal injury cases settle through negotiations, a...

If you are considering filing a personal injury claim, you may be wondering how much goes in your pocket if the case settles. Typically, the answer depends on how much was spent to get to a settlement in your case. Costs related to your claim include attorney's fees, case costs, medical liens...

If your partner or spouse has been injured in an accident, the effects of their injury can significantly impact your and your family. You may be entitled to a claim for compensation for these injuries you have also suffered. By consulting with a California personal injury attorney, you may find out you...

If you have been hurt in an accident, your injury may have impacted your ability to return to work for a short or extended period of time. If you have lost income or cannot return to the same type of work following an accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Our California...

It is possible to get an award of punitive damages in a personal injury case in California, but actually receiving an award of punitive damages is rare because of the high burden of proof under California law. Simple negligence can be enough for you to win compensatory damages in a personal injury...

As with many legal questions, there is a general answer to the question, “How long after an accident can you sue in California?” and there are exceptions to the general rule. The deadlines for filing any kind of lawsuit are called “statutes of limitations.” Depending on the kind of lawsuit you want...

Real-life is not like the courtroom dramas you see on television. Sometimes, the facts of a case do not fall into place neatly. For example, in a personal injury case, causation can be a challenge to prove. The legal doctrine of res ipsa loquitor creates a rebuttable presumption that the defendant must...

Sometimes a defendant will raise the defense of “assumption of risk” to try to avoid liability when their negligence injures someone. California law can bar a plaintiff from recovering money damages in some situations under this doctrine, but it depends on the circumstances.

Assumption of the risk is a...

We love our theme parks here in California, but if you get injured at one, you need to know what to do. You might be able to hold the park liable for your injuries and losses. Under California law, the owners and operators of amusement parks or theme parks have a legal...