Personal Injury Claims in Southern California – A Procedural Overview

A majority of people will live their lives without much concern over sustaining a serious bodily injury. Regrettably, accidents can happen in a split second. Whether a person is out for a jog, commuting to work, or even grocery shopping, disaster can strike when it is least expected. When an accident is caused because of another’s intentional wrongdoing, reckless act, or negligence, the victim has the legal right to seek monetary compensation from the responsible party.

Following an Accident, Obtain the Legal Support You Deserve

If you were injured in an accident that was caused because of someone else’s negligence or intentional wrongdoing, you may be entitled to monetary compensation.

Personal injury claims are complex and are also subject to a strict statute of limitations. Nonetheless, filing a claim is imperative after suffering a debilitating injury caused by another. The Law Offices of Justin H. King have extensive experience in civil litigation cases involving personal injury claims. The firm is equipped with the resources, skills and experience needed to obtain a fair settlement. Contact attorney Justin H. King today for a free case evaluation.

Common Types of Personal Injury Accident Cases

Personal injury law, commonly referred to as tort law, allows a victim obtain restitution when another person’s wrongful act has caused him or her harm. While there are a wide range of situations that could give rise to a personal injury claim, not every case will be valid. The following personal injury claims commonly filed across southern California:

Motorcycle accidents
Bicycle accidents
Automobile accidents
Rideshare accidents
Commercial vehicle accidents
Airplane or other aircraft incidents
Water vessel accidents
Electric bicycle or electric scooter accidents
Pedestrian accidents
Severe burn injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Bus accidents, including public transportation or tour bus accidents
Slip, trip, or fall accidents
Premises liability accidents
Train accidents
Dog bite cases or animal attack injuries
Wrongful death

Damages Available in a Personal Injury Claim

California courts acknowledge that people who sustain injuries as a result of another’s carelessness will suffer physically, emotionally, and financially. It is also widely understood that the most devastating consequences of an injury are ultimately intangible. Extreme pain, for instance, can prevent a victim from being able to enjoy his or her favorite family activities or hobbies. Moreover, disfigurement, amputation, or permanent scarring can lead most victims to suffer from overwhelming depression. Consequently, personal injuries often cause trauma that can affect the victim’s entire family just as profoundly.

Non-economic damages are intangible ramifications available in tort. Economic damages, on the other hand, are objectively verifiable losses, such as the loss of wages or medical bills. In the State of California, a personal injury claimant can seek restitution for economic damages as well as non-economic damages. Together, both of these damages are referred to as compensatory damages.

The following is a list of compensatory damages routinely sought in a personal injury lawsuit:

Loss of Income

For a majority of families across the state, not being able to return to work for even a short time can result in serious financial distress. Without a single paycheck, many people are left with the inability to maintain essential household bills, thereby, missing weeks of work could ultimately result in insurmountable debts.

Medical Bills

Filing a personal injury claim can help a victim cover medical costs associated with the injury. This can include emergency treatment, surgery, therapy, rehabilitation, and other necessary medical treatments. Moreover, it is possible to pursue compensation for future healthcare treatments that may be needed as a result of the tort.

Pain and Suffering

A majority of serious injuries will be followed by debilitating pain and suffering.

Property Damages

When the property of the victim was damaged as a result of the accident, the cost of replacing or repairing the property could be a recoverable expense.

Emotional Distress

In the aftermath of a severe bodily impact or the shock that was felt in the discovery of a physical disorder, the victim can suffer serious emotional distress, which can be a recoverable expense. Emotional distress damages can also be available to those who witnesses a loved one suffer fatal injuries or other catastrophic injury.

The Loss of Consortium

Serious injuries have the power to affect entire families. When the injury has resulted in the loss of love, companionship, assistance, care, moral support, or intimacy, the registered domestic partner or spouse of the injured person may be entitled to restitution for the loss of consortium.

Hedonic Damages

Hedonic damages are meant to compensate a victim for the loss of quality and enjoyment of life. These damages may be recoverable when the injury has resulted in the victim’s inability to enjoy his or her favorite social events or other activities. They can also be available when the injury has negatively impacted the victim’s relationship with a loved one, has caused feelings of inadequacy, or feelings of humiliation.

Punitive Damages

Personal injury victims can sometimes seek punitive damages when the case involves fraud, malice, or oppression. Although rare, punitive damages are awarded as a form of punishment to the defendant in effort of deterring similar behaviors in the future.

Wrongful Death

Families who have lost a loved one because of another’s negligence can seek damages through a wrongful death claim. When awarded, these damages can cover expenses such as the funeral, burial, or cremation costs of the decedent.

After a Personal Injury, Fight For Your Right to Monetary Restitution – Consult a Skilled Personal Injury Attorney Today.

Following a personal injury caused by another’s negligence, your financial future and that of your family is at stake. Consider hiring the legal support of a qualified personal injury attorney who has the experience, skills, and resources you need for an effective legal representation.

The Law Offices of Justin H. King is well-equipped to handle the most complex personal injury cases. The firm has successfully helped hundreds of families recover financially following an injury that was caused as a result of another’s negligence. Personal injury cases in the State of California are subject to a strict statute of limitations. If you were injured in an accident caused by another, seek legal representation as soon as possible. Contact the Law Offices of Attorney H. King today for a free case evaluation.

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By Justin H. King, Esq. | Posted on September 26, 2019

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