Category Archives: Personal Injury
New Law Provides Additional Compensation In California Wrongful Death Claims
The unexpected passing of a loved one is devastating. When it occurs due to negligence on the part of others involved, you may be able to hold them accountable through a wrongful death claim. At the Allen Law Firm, we provide the caring support and comprehensive legal service needed in this situation. Filing a… Read More »
How Does A Criminal Conviction Affect A Personal Injury Claim?
Personal injury cases typically involve negligent conduct. For instance, if someone runs a red light and hits another car, that driver is negligent. They can be cited for violating traffic laws and may face a potential civil lawsuit from the people in the other car. This is a simple illustration of how California law… Read More »
What Does “Assumption Of Risk” Mean With Respect To A Personal Injury Claim?
Personal injury claims are based on the defendant breaching some duty of care owed to the plaintiff. To give a simple illustration, if you are shopping at a local market, the store owner has a duty of care to keep its aisles reasonably free of spills, obstructions, or other hazards that might cause you… Read More »
Comparative Negligence In California: How To Get Compensation For Personal Injuries, Even If You Are Partially To Blame
Personal injury claims in Monterey can arise out of a variety of different situations. Slips, falls, and different types of motor vehicle accidents are common causes. When the reckless and negligent actions of others are to blame, you have a right to hold them accountable. However, our Monterey personal injury lawyer explains how you… Read More »
Average Wrongful Death Settlement in California
Losing a loved one in an accident is one of the most gut wrenching and heartbreaking tragedies imaginable. Under California state law, close family members of the deceased have the legal right to hold the negligent parties liable for a fatal accident. While no amount of monetary compensation could ever account for such a… Read More »
Average Time to Settle a California Personal Injury Claim
After you have suffered an injury at the hands of another, whether as the result of a car accident, slip and fall, defective product, or another accident type, you surely deserve to be compensated. However, while you may understand the value of filing a personal injury claim, you may be wondering how long your… Read More »
Types of California Product Liability Claims
Product manufacturers have a duty to create products that are safe for consumer use; if a product has an inherent risk, then the manufacturer is required to make that known to the consumer. Unfortunately, neither of these duties are fulfilled consistently, and consumers are constantly exposed to dangerous products that, even when used properly,… Read More »
Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
After an accident, you may have many questions about how to go about receiving compensation for your injuries. A personal injury lawyer can be a big help. This person can analyze your options, negotiate with an insurer, and file a lawsuit if necessary. But you still might be asking, “Do I need a personal… Read More »
When Should I Hire a California Brain Injury Lawyer?
Brain injuries can completely turn your life upside-down. After a bad accident, you might be unable to walk, talk, think, or remember as well as you once did, all of which are signs of a brain injury. If you suffered a bump to the head, or if a blow to the body shook your… Read More »
Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been injured in an accident, your choice of lawyer will make a big difference in how much compensation you receive, if any. An experienced attorney knows how to negotiate with insurance companies, whereas an inexperienced lawyer might leave money on the table. After an accident, you should schedule a consultation with… Read More »
