Under California premises liability law, property owners have a duty of care. This makes them responsible for warning others of potential hazards and dangers on their property. The property owner’s responsibility is to discover, announce, and take care of all hazards or dangers their property may pose to others. The landlord must maintain their property...Read More

A personal injury can indeed impact future earnings. While it’s common to compensate the plaintiff for relevant costs incurred in the past, they may also be awarded “future damages,” which compensate them for future earnings they may lose or costs they would incur due to their injuries. Past damages are easier to calculate as they’re...Read More

After a car accident, it often takes time for the financial damage to become clear. When the dust settles, you may have to face expenses for everything from replacing your car to perhaps even an ambulance ride and hospital stay. Your insurer might help with the vehicle, but your coverage could also fall short. If...Read More

Whether you’ve been involved in a car accident, a slip-and-fall case, or personal injury claim, any pre-existing injuries may seriously impact your case. Your pre-existing injuries do not mean you cannot claim new damages and compensation for your new injuries. However, they may affect the impact of your claim and how much the court may...Read More

Personal injury cases can be especially overwhelming if you need help knowing where to get legal help. However, relying on personal injury attorney will help alleviate that stress, take more off your plate, and make the experience more tolerable. Such an attorney will have the knowledge and expertise to help you fight for and ultimately...Read More

The consequences of criminal charges can be far-reaching, especially concerning personal injury cases. When an individual is injured and files a compensation claim, criminal charges can significantly impact the outcome of the case. Today’s blog from our San Diego personal injury lawyers discusses the various effects criminal charges might have on a personal injury case...Read More

After an accident, one of the most important actions you can take is to seek timely medical treatment. Not only is this essential for your health and well-being, but it can also be a crucial factor in determining the outcome of a personal injury claim. Our personal injury attorneys investigate why timely medical treatment is...Read More

Expert witnesses are impartial professionals who specialize in specific areas of expertise, such as medical professionals, engineers, or accident reconstructionists, who can provide valuable insight into the events leading up to and following a personal injury claim. Their testimony can help the court better understand the case’s circumstances and make a decision based on sound...Read More

Contributory fault occurs when a plaintiff (the person filing the lawsuit) is partially at fault for their injury. In many cases, contributory fault can reduce or even bar a plaintiff from recovering damages. Therefore, knowing what contributory fault is, how it’s proven, the different types of contributory fault, and how you can still recover damages...Read More

Having a duty to mitigate damages means that the plaintiff must take reasonable steps to reduce or minimize any harm caused by their injuries. In other words, it is the responsibility of the injured party to make an effort to minimize the number of damages they claim from the defendant. Failure to do so can...Read More