Palm Desert Personal Injury Lawyer

Whether you have been injured in a traffic accident or hurt on the job, you deserve strong representation that can help you get your life back on track. Palm Desert is a great place to live and work, and our seasoned attorneys want to make sure you have the resources you need to make the most of it.

Legal Experts Who Can Help With Insurance Companies

We know how difficult it is to deal with insurance companies that delay your claims and deny you the money you deserve. Our attorneys in Palm Desert handle the following personal injury claims:

• Auto Collision
• Defective Product Claims
• Dog Attack Injuries
• Drug Injuries
• Motorcycle Crashes
• Slip and Fall
• Truck Accidents
• Veterans Disability Benefits
• Wrongful Death

If you have suffered an injury in any of these types of accidents, a local personal injury attorney can help you understand your legal options and pursue compensation from those responsible. 

Why Is It Important to Act Quickly After an Accident?

The quicker you act after an accident, the easier it is to preserve and protect evidence for your claim, which is the primary reason to act quickly. However, it is important to keep in mind that California’s statute of limitations can bar recovery if you do not bring your claim promptly.

Generally speaking, victims have two days from the date of an accident to bring a claim. The language of the SOL is actually broader than that; the time period does not begin to run until a victim knew or should have known of an injury. For example, if you had unknown internal injuries from a wreck, the statute would not start running on the date of the wreck, but at the time you knew or should have known of the injury. For most victims, this only adds a few days or weeks to the time they have to bring a claim, but it could theoretically add months or even years for some victims. Consulting with an experienced Palm Desert injury attorney can help you explore whether any exceptions may apply.

Can I Collect Damages for Things Other Than Physical Injuries or Property Damage?

One misconception some people have is that personal injury compensation is limited to direct financial losses, such as property damage or the cost of medical bills. That could be the case for some minor injuries or if someone’s insurance coverage is insufficient to cover those bills.

However, most victims may be able to seek additional types of compensation for things such as lost wages, income reduction, and future medical bills. People can also get monetary compensation for non-financial damages like trauma or pain and suffering. Of course, if someone experiences a long-term disability, damages can help cover additional expenses related to those injuries.

To get a better idea of what compensation may be available in your case, you should consult a Palm Desert injury attorney.

Will Fault Keep Me From Recovering in a Personal Injury Case?

While some accidents are clearly the fault of a single person, many accidents only happen because multiple parties were negligent. California’s pure comparative negligence rule allows you to recover from the other party, even if you were mostly to blame.

However, the amount you can recover is directly tied to your share of the blame. In other words, the court will reduce your recovery according to your percentage of responsibility for the incident. Some people will suggest that those who are primarily responsible for an accident should not seek damages because the recovery may not be worth it. A personal injury lawyer in Palm Desert can help you explore your own insurance as well as the insurance policies of other people involved to determine the best legal strategy for economic recovery.

Do I Need a Personal Injury Attorney to File a Claim?

The answer to this question can be complicated. If you are a savvy negotiator with special knowledge of the present and future value of your injuries, and you have the time and attention to devote to negotiations and potentially going to court, then you might be one of the few people who would not benefit from having a Palm Desert personal injury attorney.

For the vast majority of people, having the guidance of a local injury lawyer is very helpful. Not only can an attorney answer your questions, but they can also serve as your guide and advocate throughout the legal process, leaving you to focus on healing and getting back to your normal daily life.  

While no law firm can guarantee outcomes in specific cases, victims with legal representation are in a better negotiating position. This not only results in higher overall payouts for represented people but also encourages insurers to settle in a fair manner, helping people avoid going to court. Lawyers can also help prevent you from making mistakes that can reduce your settlement or even prevent you from being able to collect.

Call a Palm Desert Personal Injury Attorney Today

Any injury could bring drastic life changes. You may be feeling overwhelmed after an injury. A skilled Palm Desert personal injury lawyer could take the stress of legal work off your plate. Call our firm today to discuss your options.