While many accidents have little or no long-term effects, catastrophic injuries can result in a lifetime of unanticipated expenses. If you have suffered a catastrophic injury as a result of someone else's negligence you may be entitled to compensation for: Medical bills (both existing and future anticipated expenses), Psychological therapy, Physical or occupational therapy, Short- or long-term ... Learn More
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California medical malpractice victims will seek justice in 2020
Commentary by Marc Karlin on article published on latimes.com about medical malpractice payouts Under current law, if a patient in California is injured due to medical negligence, the maximum available non-economic recovery is $250,000.00. This amount has not increased since 1975. A November 2020 ballot initiative will seek to overturn this unjust and very outdated cap by increasing the cap to $1.2 million and ... Learn More
Gallbladder Surgery Medical Malpractice
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) became popular in the late 1980s, and quickly became one of the most common surgical procedures in America. More than 750,000 “lap chole” procedures are performed every year. Unfortunately, the complication rate for laparoscopic cholecystectomy remains higher than the complication rate for open cholecystectomy. The most common complications related ... Learn More
Kaiser Medical Malpractice
Kaiser Permanente is the largest health insurance provider in California. Unlike other California insurance companies, when you sign an insurance policy with Kaiser Permanente, you must waive your right to sue its doctors and other health care professionals in court. Instead, Kaiser handles all medical malpractice claims through binding arbitration. We have been successfully representing Kaiser medical malpractice ... Learn More
5 Steps to Take in Order to File a Wrongful Death Claim
When a loved one passes away, it is always a painful and difficult experience. When you believe that it was caused by the actions or negligence of another party, it can be especially challenging. In addition to mourning your loss, you will need to go through the process of filing a wrongful death claim. This blog post will outline the steps involved in this process so you understand what you will have to do in the ... Learn More
What You Need to Know About Traumatic Brain Injuries
If you were in an accident and suffered a head trauma, you may be the victim of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Head trauma that occurs during an accident, like a motor vehicle accident or fall, can result in a TBI, and oftentimes those who have suffered one may not even know it until it’s too late. This is because the effects of TBIs can go undiagnosed at the time of accident and unnoticed for weeks, even ... Learn More
How to Determine Liability in a Truck Accident
The busy roads of California are made up of interstate systems like I-5, I-10, I-40, and more. This means that thousands of commercial vehicles and large trucks use these roads to maneuver goods from A to B. Unfortunately, truck accidents on California roads are not uncommon, and the size and weight of these vehicles can often have fatal consequences. Determining liability in a commercial trucking accident ... Learn More
3 Common Birth Injuries to Watch For
A child being injured at birth can be a very upsetting and challenging time. However, it is crucial for new parents to understand that many birth injuries are preventable and that sometimes they occur due to medical negligence. Doctors have a duty of care to every patient and are responsible for providing the best care possible, as well as anticipating things that might go wrong. However, doctors do not always ... Learn More
Negligence Explained
Negligence in a personal injury law case is where the defendant is accused of failing to take appropriate precautions or act in a reasonably careful way, and their failure to do so resulted in harm or damage to another person. In California, a personal injury lawyer needs to prove that the defendant had a duty of care to the plaintiff and that they breached that duty because they were negligent. They must also show ... Learn More
6 Tips for Dealing with Insurance Companies Following an Accident
Having a car accident can be frightening and upsetting, and if you have been injured, this can make it more so. Following the accident, you’ll likely submit a claim to your insurance company. The process can be confusing and tiresome, and when you are not at peak health, this can only add to the stress. While many insurance companies perform their duties fairly, there can be instances where they try to cut ... Learn More