The outcome of your spinal cord injury claim is going to depend on a variety of factors. While some will inevitably be out of your control, like the liable party’s available insurance coverage, others will depend on the actions you take—or fail to take—in the aftermath of the accident. In other words, there are things you can do to increase your chances of securing a satisfactory payout that covers all the losses you end up incurring. Read on to learn what they are, so you can put … [Read more...]
Sustained Fourth-Degree Burns? 5 Steps to Take
Fourth-degree burns are the most serious. Whereas third-degree burns penetrate the skin to affect the underlying tissue, fourth-degree burns also damage the muscle, bone, or fascia. If you sustained such a burn in some kind of preventable accident, your life may never be the same. As long as you weren’t responsible for the accident, though, you should be entitled to compensation. While filing a claim in pursuit of damages won’t erase what happened, it could yield the funds … [Read more...]
How Can I Prove the Driver Who Struck Me Was Drunk at the Time?
Approximately once every 52 minutes, someone in the United States is killed by a drunk driver. Impaired motorists are also responsible for tens of thousands of injuries each year. If you were struck by a drunk driver, you’re probably wondering how you’re ever going to pick up the pieces and carry on with your life. You may be especially worried about your financial security during such a trying time, particularly if you’re unable to work. Fortunately, you may have more recourse … [Read more...]
Who May File a Wrongful Death Claim?
If someone you love died in a tragic accident or because of a violent crime, your family may have grounds for legal action. Should you choose to proceed with a wrongful death claim, however, only certain individuals are entitled to file it. In the state of California, tort law recognizes the following plaintiffs in wrongful death suits: 1. The Deceased’s Surviving Spouse If the victim was your husband, wife, putative spouse, or domestic partner, you likely have the right to … [Read more...]
When Is a Dog Owner Liable for Bite-Related Injuries?
Dogs might be man’s best friend—and in most cases, they live up to the name—but every animal has a breaking point. Thankfully, California tort law recognizes as much. The statute governing dog bite claims acknowledges that all dogs have the propensity to attack, so victims can usually hold the dog owner liable for their injuries. Under the state’s strict liability doctrine, owners are almost always responsible for damages their dogs cause, even if they were not being negligent at the … [Read more...]
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