When you suffer an injury, the financial costs can be significant. Between medical bills and other expenses, you can easily feel overwhelmed. To regain your financial footing, recovering compensation from the party responsible for your injury can be critical. An experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney can help get you the money you need.
At Omega Law Group, we know the challenges an injury can present. Our experienced team has a long history of securing fair compensation for our clients. Get in touch with us today to learn more about how we can help by scheduling a free case consultation with a member of our legal staff.
Common Cases Our Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyers Handle
Our firm represents personal injury victims in a wide variety of cases. Our personal injury legal staff in Los Angeles consists of:
- Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyer: We focus on helping individuals who have suffered injuries in car accidents. Our goal is to ensure you receive fair compensation for medical bills, property damage, and any other losses.
- Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: We handle cases involving motorcyclists who have been involved in accidents. Our team is dedicated to navigating the complexities of motorcycle accident claims and securing the compensation you need to recover.
- Los Angeles Pedestrian Accident Lawyer: We represent pedestrians injured in accidents involving motor vehicles. We work to uphold your rights and seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress.
- Los Angeles Scooter Accident Lawyer: We assist clients who have been injured in accidents involving electric or manual scooters. Our focus is on obtaining compensation for injuries and financial losses resulting from scooter-related incidents.
- Los Angeles Bicycle Accident Lawyer: We handle cases where cyclists are injured in collisions with vehicles. We strive to ensure you receive appropriate compensation for your injuries and related expenses.
- Los Angeles Bus Accident Lawyer: We manage claims related to accidents involving buses, whether public or private. Our team works to pursue compensation from transit authorities or bus companies to cover your injuries and damages.
- Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyer: We specialize in cases involving commercial truck accidents. We navigate complex trucking regulations and advocate for your rights to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.
- Los Angeles Rideshare Accident Lawyer: We represent individuals injured in rideshare vehicle accidents. Our focus is on managing insurance claims and holding rideshare companies accountable for their drivers’ conduct.
- Los Angeles Dog Bite Lawyer: We assist clients who have been bitten or attacked by dogs. Our goal is to help you secure compensation for medical treatment and emotional suffering caused by dog bites.
- Los Angeles Premises Liability Lawyer: We handle cases involving injuries that occur on someone else’s property due to unsafe conditions. We pursue claims against property owners to recover damages for your injuries.
- Los Angeles Spine Injury Lawyer: We represent clients with spinal cord injuries resulting from accidents or negligence. Our team is dedicated to obtaining compensation for medical care, rehabilitation, and adjustments to your lifestyle.
- Los Angeles Catastrophic Injury Lawyer: We focus on cases involving severe injuries that lead to long-term or permanent disabilities. We work to secure significant compensation to cover extensive medical needs and other related expenses.
- Los Angeles Brain Injury Lawyer: We handle claims involving traumatic brain injuries. Our goal is to navigate the complexities of medical and legal issues to obtain compensation for long-term care and related costs.
- Los Angeles Wrongful Death Lawyer: We represent families seeking justice and compensation after the death of a loved one due to negligence or misconduct. Our team is committed to guiding you through legal processes and obtaining compensation for loss of income, companionship, and other damages.
- Los Angeles Dog Bite Lawyer: We specialize in cases where individuals have been bitten or attacked by dogs. We work diligently to secure compensation for medical expenses and emotional trauma resulting from dog bites.
If you were injured in an accident where another party was to blame, we’ll do everything in our power to ensure you recover the money you need.
An Experienced Personal Injury Attorney in Los Angeles Will Help You Establish Liability
There are often multiple parties that may be liable for damages in a personal injury case. Figuring out who is to blame for your damages is often challenging. Fortunately, you don’t have to prove fault on your own. An experienced personal injury lawyer in Los Angeles can help you determine who is to blame for your damages.
Your attorney will investigate your accident to prove who is at fault for your damages. After establishing liability, your lawyer will complete and file all of the required paperwork, ensuring that everything is submitted before the California personal injury statute of limitations deadline.
Pure Comparative Negligence in California
In California, a pure comparative negligence model is used when assessing fault after an accident. With this system, all parties that suffer damages in an accident have the right to pursue compensation to cover their losses as long as they were not solely at fault for causing the accident.
However, the amount of money you can recover will be reduced if you share in the blame. Your percentage of fault will result in a direct loss of the money you are able to recover. For example, if the court determines that you were 60% responsible for causing the accident, the most money you could collect would be 40% of the full value of your losses.
Using this 60% fault level, the most you could recover if your damages are valued at $100,000 would be $40,000.
When to Take a Settlement Deal
Most personal injury cases are concluded with a settlement deal. However, the fact that you are likely to settle does not mean that you should rush into it. The initial settlement offer you receive will likely only be for a small percentage of the value of your claim. If you accept a deal, you will be unable to collect further compensatory damages when you know the full value of your losses.
The best thing to do before accepting a settlement deal is to have your lawyer review the terms. An experienced attorney can calculate the value of your losses to determine if the offer is fair. Your lawyer will explain all aspects of the deal to make sure you fully understand your options before making a decision.
Although your case will likely be resolved through a settlement, you must still prepare as though you are going to court. You never know when settlement negotiations might break down, forcing you to go to trial. In addition, being ready and willing to go to trial will help give you leverage during settlement negotiations.
Don’t Let the Liable Party’s Insurer Take Advantage of You
When pursuing compensation from the liable party’s insurer, you need to proceed with caution. Insurance representatives will go to great lengths to convince you that they are on your side and simply looking to help you put your life back together. However, they act this way in an attempt to get you to let your guard down so they can take advantage of you.
Insurance adjusters will use all kinds of tricks to deny or devalue your claim and minimize the amount they have to pay. They know all the ins and outs of how the insurance procedure works, which leaves you at a distinct disadvantage. The best way to balance the scales is to decline to speak with the insurer until you secure the services of an experienced attorney.
Once you have retained legal counsel, the insurance company will have to direct all communications through your lawyer. By blocking them from contacting you directly, you will eliminate their ability to use their usual tactics. If an insurer crosses the line when attempting to devalue your claim, you may have the option of filing a bad-faith insurance claim lawsuit.
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After a serious accident, the smartest move you can make is to hire an experienced lawyer. The legal team at Omega Law Group can significantly improve your odds of getting the money you need. We put our clients first. Always. Our team will pull out all the stops in pursuit of getting you the money you need and deserve.
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