Personal Injury

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When you get injured in an accident, there are often ripple effects that can put additional strain on you and your family. The medical expenses for recovery treatment can be extremely costly, especially if you are unable to work for an extended period of time due to your injury.

The good news is that if you are injured and incur these types of costs because of someone else’s actions, you may be entitled to compensatory damages. If you believe someone else caused the accident that lead to your injury, our Los Angeles personal injury lawyer at The Law Offices of Scott Glovsky can have a great impact on your case. Let us investigate your case, gather evidence, negotiate with insurers, and help secure your entitled compensation.

Our firm handles the following types of personal injury claims:

Contact us today at (626) 323-8351 to schedule a free initial consultation. We have offices in Claremont and Pasadena!

The Role of Negligence in a Personal Injury Lawsuit

The majority of personal injury claims are based on the concept of negligence. In negligence cases, the injured party argues that the accident that caused their injury was the result of a third party’s negligence or carelessness. In California, if the injured person can meet the four elements of a negligence claim, they can be compensated for their resulting damages with the help of our Los Angeles personal injury lawyer.

The legal definition of liability in California personal injury cases is established under California Civil Code §1714, which states that everyone is responsible, not only for the result of his or her willful acts but also for an injury occasioned to another by his or her want of ordinary care. Under this statute, there are four elements of a negligence claim that the injured party must establish in order to be successful:

Duty of care
Breach of duty
Causation
Damages

Potential Damages for a California Personal Injury

Damages are the foundation of a negligence lawsuit. If an injured party has not suffered damages, there is really no reason to bring a personal injury claim in the first place. However, California law nonetheless specifies that the injured party must establish that they suffered damages in order to bring a valid claim.

Damages means any physical or emotional injury resulting from the accident. This can include medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and more depending on the circumstances. If the injured party successfully proves all four elements of negligence, they may be compensated for the damages they suffered. Contact a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer for help with receiving compensation for damages.

California’s Pure Comparative Negligence Rule

Under California Civil Code §405, if a court deems that an injured party was partially negligent in causing the accident that injured them, the amount of compensation the injured party may be entitled to would be reduced in proportion to the amount they were negligent. For example, if the defendant was found 75 percent negligent and the injured party was found 25 percent negligent, the final damage award available to the injured party would be reduced by 25 percent.

Personal Injury FAQs

What types of injuries are most common in personal injury claims?

Common injuries include broken bones, whiplash, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), spinal cord injuries, burns, lacerations, and emotional distress.

What should I do immediately after a personal injury accident?

Seek medical attention, report the incident (e.g., to police or property owner), document the scene with photos, gather witness information, and avoid giving detailed statements to insurance companies without legal advice.

How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Los Angeles County?

In most cases, the statute of limitations in California is two years from the date of the injury. However, some exceptions apply, such as claims against government entities, which may require filing a claim within six months.

Do I need a lawyer for my personal injury case?

While not legally required, having an experienced personal injury attorney greatly improves your chances of maximizing compensation, negotiating with insurers, and navigating the legal process effectively.

Contact Our Personal Injury Attorney in LA Today

You don't have to face the legal process alone. Our team at The Law Offices of Scott Glovsky is here to protect your rights and best interests from start to finish to help you make the best possible recovery from injury. Do not hesitate to reach out and get started on your claim.

Contact us today at (626) 323-8351 to let our experienced personal injury lawyer in Los Angeles help you.

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Scott began representing policyholders instead of insurance companies in 1999 and has consistently sought justice for his clients in ways other firms cannot. Scott is passionate about helping policyholders obtain treatments, coverage, and reimbursement from California insurance companies, including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Health Net, Kaiser Permanente UnitedHealthcare, and other companies providing insurance.

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On April 30, 2019, a 39-year-old father was fatally injured when his Kia Optima collided with a disabled Los Angeles County Metropolitan Authority (LACMTA) bus on the I-10 freeway's express lane.
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Cowart v. Anthem Blue Cross, et al. Anthem sued for misleading California individual plan members about the doctors in its networks for its ACA (“Obamacare”) plans in 2014.
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General areas addressed: health insurance; treatment and procedure coverage; physician recommendations; critical organ, brain, cancer or spinal cord issues; and out of network coverage issues.
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Arce v. Kaiser. Kaiser Permanente sued for denying ABA and speech therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
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