Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer
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- What is personal injury? You may file a personal injury claim if you were hurt due to someone else’s negligence. Common examples include car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, product liability, brain injuries, and wrongful death.
- Proving fault: To prove fault in your Los Angeles personal injury claim, you must present evidence that demonstrates the at-fault party’s negligence, how that negligence caused the accident and your injuries, and the damages you suffered.
- Recoverable damages: Based on your injuries and unique circumstances, you may recover costs for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, emotional distress, and other losses.
- Why choose Callahan & Blaine? At Callahan & Blaine, we set ourselves apart from other law firms with our insurance expertise, record-breaking jury verdicts, and trial experience.
- To schedule a consultation, call us at (714) 241-4444 or fill out our contact form.
Accidents happen all the time, but when you suffer injuries because of someone else’s negligence, you may feel frustrated and overwhelmed. Dealing with insurance companies and the complex legal process can add to your stress, making recovery more difficult. Fortunately, with the help of the experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyers at Callahan & Blaine, you do not have to face it alone. We utilize our extensive knowledge and advanced negotiation and litigation skills to give you the best chance of securing the compensation you deserve.
Our seasoned team consists of 29 lawyers, each with at least eight years of experience. Every team member brings a unique skill set that helps enhance your claim and meet your needs. Our proven track record of success includes unprecedented verdicts, such as the largest bad faith insurance judgment in Orange County history worth $58 million, contributing to our 40-year legacy. This demonstrates our ability to take on complex personal injury claims with an aggressive and comprehensive approach that allows you to focus on recovery.
What Is Considered Personal Injury in California?
Personal injury or tort law is a legal framework intended to compensate those who have suffered physical, emotional, or financial damages due to someone else’s negligence. At Callahan & Blaine, we have experience handling several types of complex personal injury claims, including the following:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Product liability
- Brain injuries
- Pedestrian accidents
- Premises liability
- Spinal injuries
- Wrongful death
Whether your claim involves one person, multiple parties, or large corporations, we have the skill, knowledge, and resources to conduct a detailed investigation and develop an effective strategy.
Elements of a Los Angeles Personal Injury Claim
California is an at-fault state, which means personal injury victims must seek compensation through the liable party’s insurance. Therefore, developing a strong claim that identifies a liable party, demonstrates their negligence, and shows the damages you suffered is essential. Our skilled Los Angeles personal injury lawyers help you establish these elements and achieve just compensation.
Proving Fault
To establish negligence, your claim must prove the following four points:
- The liable party owed you a duty of care.
- They breached this duty and acted negligently.
- This negligence directly caused the accident and your injuries.
- Your injuries resulted in damages.
We gather evidence, like medical bills, police reports, video footage, and witness testimony, to clearly prove fault and hold the negligent party accountable. In personal injury claims involving defective products or extremely hazardous activities, the responsible party may be liable regardless of fault.
Potentially Recoverable Damages
Personal injuries can impact all aspects of your life, so we consider every detail when presenting your case. Depending on the severity of your injuries and details of your claim, you may recover costs of the following:
- Past, present, and future medical bills
- Lost wages from missed work
- Property damage
- Prescribed medications
- Physical therapy
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium
- Emotional distress
We thoroughly assess your injuries and how they have impacted your life to determine your claim’s worth. We understand your injuries can have long-term effects, so we include these losses in your claim to help you achieve fair compensation.
Why Hire a Lawyer to Help With Your Los Angeles Personal Injury Claim?
Consulting with an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney is essential for navigating the intricacies of the legal process. Doing so allows you to focus on healing while giving you the best chance of securing the compensation you deserve. Our powerhouse personal injury lawyers at Callahan & Blaine in Los Angeles have handled all types of complicated personal injury claims, achieving several multi-million dollar settlements. In addition, we are perfectly positioned to manage your claim in the following ways:
- Insurance knowledge: Our Managing Partner, Edward Susuolik, has handled over 1,500 mediations in the last 33 years as a leading insurance expert in the United States. This gives us a high level of insurance expertise to develop nuanced strategies.
- Stunning results: Our robust team and effective solutions have achieved unprecedented jury verdicts, including the largest in Orange County history worth $934 million and a 12-0 jury vote after a two-month trial in a major employment case brought against one of Orange County’s largest corporations.
- Trial experience: We are trial lawyers at our core. If your claim cannot be settled out of court, we are fully prepared to confidently present a compelling case to a judge and jury if necessary.
Not only do we handle every element of your claim with utmost attention and professionalism, but we do so within California law’s two-year statute of limitations. This way, you can take full advantage of your opportunity to receive compensation while knowing your claim is in the right hands.
Learn More About Your Personal Injury Claim With the Knowledgeable Lawyers at Callahan & Blaine
If you are facing the aftermath of a personal injury, it is crucial to have expert legal guidance on your side. This is where Callahan & Blaine steps in. With a legacy spanning 40 years, our firm specializes in navigating the complexities of personal injury cases. Our robust team is composed of 29 seasoned Los Angeles personal injury attorneys, each with a minimum of eight years in the field, giving us the confidence to take on your claim and advocate for your rights.
We understand that this period in your life can be overwhelming. That is why our team is dedicated to taking on the legal challenges, allowing you to concentrate on your recovery and well-being. To schedule a consultation, call us at (714) 241-4444 or fill out our contact form.