Knee injuries are excruciating. While knee injuries caused by sports injuries and slip-and-fall accidents don’t surprise us, most of us aren’t as familiar with these injuries caused by car accidents. But they are some of the most common injuries after a car wreck. And they can range from minor swelling to sprains, dislocations, ligament tears, and knee fractures. Unfortunately,...
Continue ReadingThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported economic costs of $65,815 for a moderate crash injury to the lower extremity, including a broken leg. With a severe injury, the costs increase to $406,593. If you’re searching for the average settlement for a broken leg, the personal injury attorneys at Wells Call Injury Attorneys can help. Contact us today to...
Continue ReadingSpouses and domestic partners rely on each other for many things. A loss of consortium claim is one way to recover financially after the death or injury of your spouse or partner. Wells Call Injury Lawyers offers decades of experience in California personal injury law to help you understand the loss of consortium claim. Contact us today to get...
Continue ReadingMost accident victims are familiar with the fact that the majority of personal injury cases get settled out of court before they reach trial. Primarily, this is because settling a case provides both sides with certainty and eliminates the risk of going to trial. From the accident victim’s standpoint, a settlement also means they obtain a quicker resolution to...
Continue ReadingThough broken bones, scars, and muscle injuries can be devastating, traumatic brain injuries can be life-changing in ways that no one should have to experience. If you or someone you love has sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) due to the negligence of another person, consider seeking legal counsel from a California personal injury attorney. There are many causes...
Continue ReadingA bulging disc can cause a number of different issues, including neck pain, back pain, and numbness in your limbs. Anyone who has suffered a back or neck injury knows how inconvenient and uncomfortable they can be. Thus, a bulging disc often impacts not only your physical wellbeing but your mental well-being as well. Luckily, if you suffered a...
Continue ReadingIn California, many personal injury claims hinge on proving that one party was negligent and that their negligence caused the victim’s damages. A party acts negligently when they fail to act as a reasonably prudent person would under the same or similar circumstances. However, even if you can show that a party acted unreasonably, you still need to prove...
Continue ReadingRocklin, CA (July 11, 2022) – Earlier this month, the brother of Anthony Williams, a young pedestrian who died after being hit by a car earlier this year, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Placer County CEO Todd Leopold with the help of Attorney Stephen Schofield. The incident occurred on March 19 at around 8 PM near the intersection...
Continue ReadingRealistically, there is no average settlement amount. For a pedestrian hit by a car, this may be difficult to hear. But keep in mind that your case is largely dependent on its own unique circumstances. There are several factors that affect the value of a settlement, including: The extent of your injuries; Comparative fault; and Insurance coverage. Since there...
Continue ReadingBefore hiring an attorney, many people conduct their own research on the most popular personal injury lawyer in their area. After all, the most popular personal injury lawyer might also fit the mold of the most successful personal injury lawyer. However, if you attempted this kind of research, you probably realized relatively quickly that a lot of attorneys advertise...
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