When to Sue for an Injury in Orange County

If you have suffered an injury that has cost you financially, physically and psychologically, you may be wondering whether you can bring your case to court and recoup some of these costs.  Before you run to the courthouse and file a lawsuit, you may want to learn more about the types of accidents that warrant an injury lawsuit in Orange County. Below, we go into further detail about when you may want to consider legal action after sustaining a serious injury. 

If Someone Else Is to Blame

If someone else is responsible for causing your accident and resulting injuries, you have grounds to file a civil claim. For example, if you were struck by a drunk driver, you would want to file a lawsuit against the drunk driver to recover the compensation you’re entitled to. Or, if you fell on unmarked spilled liquid in a grocery story, you would look into filing a claim against the owner.  As you can imagine, you may not know whether someone else is responsible for causing your accident. In these cases, you may want to get help with your claim by reaching out to an experienced personal injury lawyer who can open a thorough investigation into the cause of your accident and determine who might be responsible for your subsequent injuries. 

When You Have Endured Considerable Losses

Another way to tell that a civil claim may be in your best interest is if you have endured considerable financial and non-financial losses. The impact that the accident and your injuries have had on your life should be significant and negative if you are pursuing a personal injury lawsuit. Some of the various losses you may be able to recover include:

• Diminished quality of life
• Loss of income
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Medical expenses
• Loss of consortium

Get Help from an Orange County Personal Injury Lawyer

Now that you have a better idea of whether you have a personal injury lawsuit on your hands, you can make an educated decision about pursuing your case. If you are ready to take action and recover the compensation you’re entitled to, reach out to the qualified attorneys at Dickson Kohan & Bablove LLP. You can give our office a call at 1-844-404-2400 or find us online to schedule a free claim review. 

What Happens in a California Car Accident Lawsuit?

If you get in a car accident in California, your first step should be to seek medical treatment for any injuries that have occurred. You must also report the accident to the police to ensure all details of the wreck are properly recorded in a police report. After you’ve begun recovering from your injuries, then you can assess your damages and take legal action against the liable party. A car accident lawsuit in California works similarly to other states that have fault insurance laws. When you get in a wreck, you’re allowed to sue the liable party for your damages as long as you can prove that they were negligent. An Orange County car accident lawyer from Dickson Kohan & Bablove LLP can guide you through each step of the legal process as you fight to recover a settlement.

Gather Evidence Immediately

As soon as you’ve sought medical treatment and begun recovering from your injuries, your lawyer will help you gather evidence and put together a case against the at-fault party. Any relevant records you accumulate should be kept together, including medical documents, police reports, witness testimonies, and photographs. Even if you don’t think the information will be helpful later, it’s better to keep these records just in case.

How to Handle Your Insurance Company

There’s likely a clause in your insurance policy stating that you must report every accident you’re involved in to your insurance company. Even if you weren’t at fault for causing the accident, you may need to still give your insurance company a statement. If your insurance company calls you and asks you to record a statement, you do have the right to postpone this call until you’ve talked to a lawyer. Once you record a statement, there’s no way to take back what you’ve said, so it’s better to wait and get your thoughts in order. 

Taking Legal Action Against the Liable Party

After investigating your accident and gathering sufficient evidence against the liable party in your wreck, you can officially take legal action and feel confident about going to court with your claim. You’ll need to send a demand letter to the defendant in your case explaining why you’re suing them and how much money you hope to recover. The defendant will either accept or counter your offer. Negotiations will take place and, if a settlement can’t be decided, your lawsuit will go to court where a judge will determine a proper settlement. A car accident lawyer in Orange County will negotiate on your behalf and explain to the judge and jury why you deserve the maximum compensation. 

Reach Out to an Orange County Car Accident Attorney

No one deserves to be injured in a car wreck because of someone else’s negligence. At Dickson Kohan & Bablove LLP, we strive to help injured victims seek justice after their accidents and recover quicker by easing their financial stress. If you’d like to speak with an Orange County car accident lawyer about your case, call 1-844-404-2400 to schedule a free consultation or visit our website for more information.

How to Find Out Who's Liable for a Defective Product

Products liability accidents are some of the most unexpected types of incidents you can endure. No one expects a product they were using to suddenly explode, catch fire, or cause some other kind of injury-inducing accident. Thankfully, you can hold the liable party accountable when you bring a claim against them in civil court. Determining who should be named as the defendant in your case can be a challenge with defective products cases, which is why working with a highly trained attorney is in your best interests.

Common At-Fault Parties in Products Liability Claims

The good thing about defective products claims is that almost any individual or entity involved in the production or distribution of the product can be held accountable when the item malfunctions. At each stage, there are parties that should have noticed the defect before the item became available to consumers. Some of these entities might include the following:

• Distributors
• Designers
• Producers
• Suppliers
• Commercial businesses

When more than one of these parties has played a part in the cause of your injuries, your attorney will be prepared to bring claims against each and every one so you can get the most out of your claim.

Conducting a Thorough Investigation

In order to ascertain who the at-fault party or parties are, your lawyer will need to thoroughly investigate the cause of your accident. We’ll gather all the evidence needed to support your case, which can include photographs, video footage, expert testimony, police reports, safety inspection reports, witness statements, and medical documentation, to name a few. Once we have all the supporting evidence we need, we’ll be able to move forward with the rest of your products liability claim.

A California Defective Products Lawyer Can Help You

When you know that you want to hold the responsible parties accountable for causing your injuries, but you aren’t sure where to begin, work with a qualified California defective products lawyer at Dickson Kohan & Bablove LLP. We’ll do whatever it takes to secure maximum compensation for your losses. You can give our office a call at 1-844-404-2400 or visit our website to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation today.