What Types of Cases Do Personal Injury Lawyers Handle in California?

In California, personal injury lawyers handle a wide range of accident claims from motorcycle accidents and car accidents, to medical malpractice and dog bite incidents. A personal injury attorney's goal is to help people who have suffered physical, financial, and emotional harm, due to the negligence of another person, recover compensation for accident-related damages.

What Are Common Types of Personal Injury Cases in California?

Personal injury lawyers in California handle a wide range of cases where individuals have suffered harm due to the negligence of others.

Common types of personal injury cases in California include:

Auto Accidents

Auto accidents are the most common type of accident claim that personal injury lawyers handle. This includes auto accidents that were caused by

reckless driving, drunk driving, or distracted driving.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents often result in catastrophic injuries and significant damages. A personal injury lawyer can help an injured motorcyclist hold the negligent driver accountable for their medical bills, pain and suffering, property damage, and other losses.

Truck Accidents

Personal injury lawyers handle truck accident claims. These accidents often result in catastrophic injuries or fatalities. Additionally, these cases can be very complex due to multiple liable parties, insurance companies, and insurance policies. A personal injury lawyer can handle this type of complex investigation, gather evidence to strengthen a claim, identify all liable parties, and ensure their client recovers maximum compensation for their losses.

Pedestrian Accidents

If an accident victim is struck by a negligent motorist while walking, a personal injury attorney can help them identify the liable party, prove negligence, and pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. These cases usually involve severe life-changing injuries that can require ongoing medical treatment for several weeks, months, or even years.

Bicycle Accidents

When a cyclist is struck by a motor vehicle, they may be faced with life-changing injuries that prevent them from returning to work, ongoing medical costs, lost wages, and significant pain and suffering. A personal injury lawyer can investigate the collision, help them prove liability and fight for the fair settlement the accident-victim is entitled to.

Slip and Fall Accidents

If a person slips and falls on someone's property due to dangerous or hazardous conditions, a personal injury lawyer will immediately visit the accident scene to gather evidence before the negligent property owner can clean up their property or make repairs. During this time, they will also consult with experts, file a claim, and negotiate with the insurance company to recover maximum compensation.

Medical Malpractice

If an individual sustained an injury or suffered an illness due to the negligent actions of a medical professional, the medical staff and the medical facility can be held liable for damages. A personal injury attorney knows how to investigate this type of complex case to uncover the truth and hold the negligent parties liable for economic and non-economic damages.

Product Liability

If a person is injured due to a defective or dangerous product, a personal injury lawyer can investigate the accident and consult with experts to obtain proof that the product was defective and caused their client's injuries and other damages.

Other Cases a Personal Injury Attorney Handles

A personal injury lawyer will also handle the following types of cases:

• Dog bites
• Wrongful death
• Construction accidents
• Uber and Lyft accidents
• Burn injuries
• Nursing home abuse
• Birth injuries

How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help After An Accident

If you were involved in an accident that was caused by the negligence of another, a personal injury lawyer can help you recover compensation for past and future medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and more.

Once you hire an attorney, they will begin by investigating your accident. During this time, they will gather and analyze evidence that can help prove liability and your demand for compensation.

Evidence can include:

• Police report
• Photos of the accident scene, your injuries, property damage
• Eyewitness statements
• Expert testimony
• Video surveillance footage
• Medical records
• Medical bills
• Employment records
• Phone records
• Pay stubs

And more.

Your attorney may also consult with experts to prove liability and accurately value your claim.

Experts may include:

• Economists
• Accident reconstructionists
• Life care planners
• Private investigators
• Forensic accountants
• Physical therapists
• Occupational therapists
• Medical professionals

They will also handle all interactions with the at fault party's insurance company, including settlement negotiations. An insurance company is often quick to offer an accident victim a settlement, hoping they will accept the money and just go away. They may even harass the accident victim, calling several times a day and pressuring them to accept the settlement. When you hire a personal injury lawyer, they will prevent the insurance company from contacting you. Any communication or settlement offers must go through them first.

This allows the accident victim to focus on their recovery.

If the insurance company fails to offer a reasonable settlement, the personal injury lawyer will meet with their client to discuss other options. If their client is in agreement, they will file a personal injury lawsuit on their behalf. As they prepare for trial, they will continue to negotiate with the insurance company. Fortunately, most personal injury lawsuits are settled out of court.

Contact Us Today

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident caused by negligence, contact MVP Accident Attorneys today to schedule a free consultation. Our experienced personal injury lawyers are ready to listen to your story, assess your case, and provide expert legal guidance tailored to your unique situation. We understand the challenges you face after an accident, and we are committed to fighting for the compensation you need to recover and move forward with your life. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you seek justice and the compensation you deserve.