Can I Sue My Employer for a Work Injury?
Employees are generally unable to sue employers for work-related injuries. California’s workers’ compensation law requires employers to cover employee injuries, regardless of fault. Employers are protected from personal injury lawsuits by workers in most cases. However, there are exceptions to this rule. In some cases, injured workers may sue their employers for lost wages and/or […]
Unsafe Conditions at Work in California: What to Do Next
Reporting an unsafe workplace is not the same as filing an injury claim. A safety complaint, workers’ compensation benefits and a possible claim against another business follow different paths. More than one may matter after the same incident. Start with the problem that needs attention: an unsafe condition, an injury that has already happened, or […]
What Are the Most Common Types of Injuries in Personal Injury Cases?
Accidents Result in a Wide Variety of Injury Types Many types of injuries can result from any type of accident. Each part of the body can sustain different types of injuries. The force applied to the body during an accident determines the type and severity of the injury. The Law Firm of John W. Stenson […]
Soft-Tissue Injury Settlements in California: What Matters
A soft-tissue injury does not come with a standard settlement price. A payout average cannot tell you what your records, missed work and recovery mean for your claim—or whether an offer accounts for them. If you searched for a number, you probably want to know whether an offer is reasonable and how much might actually […]
What Are the Statutes of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases in California?
If you’ve decided to seek help from a personal injury lawyer, it is wise to contact one as soon as possible. This way, they can start working on your case without wasting any time. Every state limits how long you have to file a personal injury case. In California, statutes of limitations are the laws […]
What Types of Cases Do Personal Injury Lawyers Handle?
Personal injury lawyers are warriors who seek justice for people injured due to the negligence of others. They stand with you in those moments when you need a helping hand and fight effectively on your behalf. They will seek justice and fight for the compensation you deserve. They act as your personal litigator, helping you […]
What Is a Contingency Fee?
A contingency fee is the lawyer’s share of money recovered through a settlement or judgment. The written agreement sets the percentage. Case expenses are a separate question. Before hiring a lawyer, ask two things: “How is your fee calculated?” and “What expenses could I owe?” A phrase such as “no fee unless you win” does […]
Why Are Medical Malpractice Cases Difficult to Prove?
Medical malpractice is always difficult to prove, but why? Because you have to prove that the medical professionals deviated from the standard of care, resulting in harm to the patient. To prove this, you must have enough knowledge of the medical field. Moreover, many different factors and elements go into proving medical negligence. Getting medical […]
Delivery Driver Accidents: Who Is at Fault in California?
The popularity of food delivery and other services has increased exponentially since COVID-19’s emergence. It was already a growing business sector before the global pandemic of 2020. Grubhub and other services such as DoorDash and Instacart offer almost instant gratification for our food cravings and quick delivery of products to homes and businesses. Delivery services […]
The Importance of Going to the Hospital After a Car Accident
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that Americans spend more than 1 million days in the hospital each year due to car accidents. People who go to emergency rooms after an accident may have a variety of injuries. Whiplash, spinal cord damage, broken bones, and traumatic brain injury are some of the most […]
