Posted on May 08, 2025 in Wrongful Death

When someone dies as a result of another party’s negligence, California law allows surviving family members to file a claim for damages. Known as a wrongful death claim, this claim is a legal action aimed at recovering compensation for the financial and mental losses family members and beneficiaries suffer under such tragic circumstances. If you have questions about your right to claim damages for the loss of a loved one, a Glendale, CA wrongful death attorney can help you navigate the civil process.

Who Is Eligible to File a Wrongful Death Claim in California?

The right to file a wrongful death claim is not immediately available to everyone related to the victim. According to California law, the following parties, in order of priority, can file:

• Surviving spouse and children: Spouses, domestic partners, and children of the wrongful death victim have the primary right because they typically suffer the most from their loss.

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 Posted on April 30, 2025 in Personal Injury

Bus accidents can leave victims with serious injuries, long-term medical expenses, and emotional trauma. If your crash involved a public transit bus in Los Angeles — such as one operated by LA Metro — you might wonder whether you can sue the city for damages. The answer might be yes, but claims against government entities in California follow a different process and have stricter deadline than claims against other civilians.

Here is what you need to know if you are thinking about filing a claim against a city or public agency after a bus crash. Our Los Angeles personal injury attorneys can further assist with the specifics of your case.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for an L.A. Metro Bus Accident?

When a city-run bus is involved in a collision, liability often falls on a government agency like the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro). Other potentially responsible parties may include:

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 Posted on April 10, 2025 in Car Accidents

Auto accidents can lead to significant, expensive injuries. When another party causes the crash, California law entitles victims to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering.

Most injury victims wonder how much they can receive for their injuries after an auto accident. Insurance payouts vary, ranging between thousands of dollars on the low end to millions on the high end, depending on the situation. Whether it is a minor or severe injury, a top-notch California car and truck accident attorney can fight for every dollar in your case. 

Three Types of Car Accident Compensation 

Car accident compensation falls into the following categories: 

• Economic damages: Tangible costs from the accident, including medical expenses and lost wages. 

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 Posted on March 20, 2025 in Personal Injury

Some accidents are caused by criminal intent while others can be due to negligence. If you suffer injuries because a product you used was defective, it is unfair for you to be left covering the resulting medical costs. In California, injured consumers can seek compensation through a product liability claim. Understanding how these claims work can help victims pursue justice and financial recovery. Speak with a knowledgeable Glendale, CA personal injury lawyer who can review what happened and explain your options.

What Types of Product Defects Qualify?

In California, product liability claims typically involve one or more of the following types of defects:

Design Defects

A design defect makes a product inherently unsafe due to its design, even if it was manufactured correctly. For example, a poorly designed car seat that fails to protect children during an accident could result in a design defect claim.

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 Posted on March 05, 2025 in Personal Injury

When a car crashes into someone riding a bicycle, it can cause serious injuries. Victims can be left with medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. California’s climate, culture, urban infrastructure, and concerns about traffic and the environment make it a state with many bike riders, increasing the chances of bike accidents. If you are hurt in a bicycle accident caused by someone else’s negligence, speak with an experienced California personal injury lawyer about your options for filing a lawsuit to seek compensation.

How is Liability Determined in a Bicycle Accident?

In California, liability for a bicycle accident is typically based on negligence, with people being held responsible for injuries caused by their lack of ordinary care. The state also follows pure comparative negligence, meaning that even if you were 99 percent at fault for your injuries, you can still recover damages for the 1 percent of fault of another party. The total compensation you can be granted will simply be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were found to be 20 percent at fault for your injuries because you did not use a bike lane properly, and your damages totaled $100,000, the maximum compensation you can receive is $80,000.

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 Posted on February 19, 2025 in Personal Injury

One of the many reasons people come from across the country to California is that it is home to some of the world’s best theme parks. The millions of visitors these parks see every year means that there is an extremely high demand for safety measures and park maintenance. What happens when the happiest place on earth turns into the site of something much less happy and you get hurt? 

There is common confusion about who is liable for damages when someone is injured in a theme park. Additionally, if you are like the many annual visitors and have come from out of state, you are probably wondering where to begin and whether you should have a lawyer in your state or one who works in California, where your injury happened. An experienced Los Angeles, CA personal injury lawyer can clear up your confusion and give you answers to your questions.

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 Posted on February 05, 2025 in Personal Injury

In sunny Southern California, the weather is suitable for walking year-round. Whether walking for exercise, pleasure, or as a way to get where you need to be, pedestrians are extremely vulnerable in traffic collisions. Pedestrian accidents frequently cause catastrophic injuries and fatalities, leaving the victims or families to pick up the pieces.

Can pedestrian accident victims or their families pursue a personal injury or wrongful death claim for their damages? Do pedestrians ever share fault for their accidents? Why does fault matter? A knowledgeable LA County, CA personal injury attorney can investigate the accident and help you explore your legal options.

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 Posted on January 21, 2025 in Car Accidents

Car accidents are stressful and scary, and they can feel even more overwhelming when you are not sure what to do. There are several steps to take that can make the aftermath much smoother. For any legal assistance following a car accident, speak with a California personal injury lawyer who can review your case and explain your rights and options. 

Six Important Steps Following a Car Accident

As soon as you are involved in a car crash, the first thing to do is make sure you are safe. If you or anyone else is injured, call 911. Move your car off the road to avoid traffic if you can do so safely, and turn on your hazard lights. Otherwise, stay inside and wait for 911 to arrive. 

Even if everyone inside the car appears to be unharmed, there are still several important steps to take:

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 Posted on January 07, 2025 in Personal Injury

Any victim of an accident that left them injured has seen first-hand how such an incident can impact their life in several ways. Many of the losses, such as medical bills, property damage, and lost wages, are fairly straightforward to calculate. However, some losses following serious accidents are less calculable.

One specific category of harder-to-calculate damages from an accident is called "pain and suffering." While it may seem more subjective than the examples listed above of calculable damages, pain and suffering can be debilitating and can significantly impact a person’s life. If you were the victim of a serious accident, speak with a qualified Glendale, CA personal injury lawyer about whether you are eligible for compensation for your pain and suffering and how it might be calculated.

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 Posted on December 31, 2024 in Personal Injury

If you are injured in an accident in California, you might wonder how long it will take to settle your personal injury claim. Unfortunately, there is no simple answer because each case is different. The time it takes to resolve your claim depends on several factors, including the severity of your injury, the complexity of the case, and how the insurance companies handle the situation. To learn more about how the factors in your case can affect your claim, speak with a knowledgeable Los Angeles, CA personal injury lawyer.

Factors that Affect the Speed of a Claim Being Handled

Several factors can affect how quickly a given personal injury claim takes to be settled. Some of these include:

The Complexity of the Injury

The severity of an injury plays a big role in how long it can take to settle a claim. If you have a serious injury, it might take longer for doctors to understand the full extent of the damage and treatment. You may need ongoing medication, physical therapy, or surgery. It is important to wait until doctors are confident they have a clear picture of your recovery, as this allows you to understand how the injury will affect your life and the damages you might be compensated for.

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