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When someone is injured because of another person’s negligence, they have the right to seek compensation for their losses. However, many injury victims worry that having a pre-existing medical condition will harm their ability to recover damages. In California, the law recognizes that people are often more vulnerable because of prior injuries or health issues. While insurance companies may try to use these conditions against you, the presence of a pre-existing condition does not automatically … [Read more...]

After a serious accident, most people focus on their physical injuries and getting the medical treatment they need. But once the dust settles, financial stress often follows. Hospital bills, missed work, and pain that lingers can leave victims wondering how they’ll get back on their feet. In California, personal injury law gives injured people the right to seek compensation from those responsible. That compensation usually falls into two broad categories: economic and non-economic damages. … [Read more...]

If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s actions, filing a personal injury claim is a way to seek compensation for what you’ve lost. But even if the facts seem clear, you can expect the other side to push back. Defendants and their insurance companies often raise legal defenses to limit or avoid financial responsibility. Understanding the strategies they might use can help you prepare for what lies ahead. In California, several common defenses show up across many types of injury cases, … [Read more...]

When you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, proving what happened becomes one of the most important parts of your personal injury claim. You may have medical records, photos, and police reports. But sometimes, what really tips the scales in your favor is a clear and credible witness statement. In California, where fault must be established to recover compensation, witness accounts can make a real difference. A statement from someone who saw the accident can … [Read more...]

After an accident, it’s not uncommon to get a call from the at-fault party’s insurance company within days. They may ask for a statement or offer you a settlement right away. At first, this might feel like a relief—especially if you’re dealing with medical bills or missed work. But before you say yes to a fast settlement, it’s important to pause and fully understand what you’re agreeing to. Quick offers from insurance companies are not always in your best interest. In fact, they are often … [Read more...]

After an accident, the physical injuries are only part of the story. Many people also experience emotional distress, anxiety, ongoing discomfort, or loss of enjoyment in their everyday life. In California, the legal system recognizes these effects through something called pain and suffering damages. But unlike medical bills or lost wages, these damages don’t come with a receipt. That makes them more complicated to calculate. If you’ve been injured and are wondering how pain and suffering is … [Read more...]