Your case will probably not go to trial when you file a personal injury lawsuit. More commonly, the parties to a personal injury lawsuit enter into a settlement agreement. A settlement agreement is a contract that resolves all claims between the parties. The plaintiff agrees to release their claims against the defendant in exchange for some amount of compensation....
Continue ReadingDiscussions of “duty of care” revolve almost exclusively around personal injury. The most common issue examined in these cases is whether a duty of care was owed by one person to another. A breach of a duty of care is synonymous with negligence. For this reason, cases examining duty of care are essentially cases examining whether a person was...
Continue ReadingRiding a motorcycle in the Golden State is a great way to get around. Whether on a long ride or your daily commute. In 2020, California had the most motorcycle registrations of any state, with 785,424. Of course, like any other vehicle transportation, riding a motorcycle is not without risk and anyone who owns or rides a motorcycle in...
Continue ReadingWhen an unexpected motorcycle accident occurs, the motorcyclist is usually the most injured out of all parties involved. Motorcyclists are exposed and vulnerable to serious injury, as they don’t have the same protection as a driver in a car. The trauma you experience in a collision can be permanent. However, you have a right to recover compensation from the...
Continue ReadingOwning a motorcycle is a fun and exciting experience. California’s beautiful landscapes provide an avid motorcyclist with gorgeous views and adventure. Many riders hope to bring family or friends along on a ride but aren’t sure what the motorcycle passenger laws are in California. Before you take someone along with you on a ride, read on to learn more...
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 ReadingAccording to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 38,000 people in the U.S. died in car accidents in 2020. In California, the number tops 3,558 — five times the national average. Driver error causes the majority of these car accidents. However, the type of car a person drives is often responsible for whether they...
Continue ReadingWhen you suffer injuries in an accident caused by someone else, you deserve to recover financial compensation for your losses. In California, these compensatory losses are divided into economic and noneconomic damages. Recovering the total value of your claim is vital to getting the compensation you and your family need to resume your lives. While it’s easy to identify...
Continue ReadingWhile car accidents vary in type and severity, even minor collisions can still lead to severe injuries. More extreme accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and paralysis. Whiplash, though common, should not be written off as a minor injury, as it often causes substantial disruption to an injured victim’s everyday life. To learn more about the common causes of whiplash...
Continue ReadingWhile any accident has the potential to seriously change your life, few types of accidents are as serious as those involving brain injuries. However, brain injuries are unusual in that accident victims may not immediately realize they’ve suffered a serious injury. Often, traumatic brain injury symptoms take weeks, months, or even longer to develop. Complicating this delayed manifestation of...
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