Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers represents those who have been injured in accidents in Palm Springs, CA. Call a Palm Springs personal injury lawyer at our firm today for a free consultation if you or a loved one has been injured or killed in an accident in Palm Springs which was at least partially someone else’s fault.
It’s crucial to have a lawyer on your side for personal injury claims. Insurance companies won’t pay you what you’re entitled to under California law unless you can force them to by suing them over a low ball offer and winning. Insurance companies know you can’t win a lawsuit against them without a lawyer, so they’ll never offer you what you’re entitled to unless you have a lawyer. In addition, insurance adjusters are trained to trick injury victims into saying the wrong things so they can pay them less or nothing at all, so it’s important to have a lawyer who can handle all communications and negotiations with insurance companies for you.
Call us today for a free consultation, fill out this page’s free case evaluation form or text us from this page if you or a loved one was injured or killed in an accident in Palm Springs which was at least partially someone else’s fault.
Table of Contents:
- Reasons to Choose Our Palm Springs Injury Attorneys
- Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
- Examples of Past Successful Settlements
- What Is the Value of My Palm Springs Personal Injury Case?
- Benefits of Hiring a Palm Springs Personal Injury Attorney
- Statute of Limitations on Palm Springs Injury Claims
- What to Look for in a Palm Springs Personal Injury Lawyer
- FAQs
- Contact Our Palm Springs Personal Injury Lawyers Today
Reasons to Choose Our Palm Springs Injury Attorneys
We care about our clients, have been practicing law since 1990 and have recovered over $750,000,000 on behalf of our clients. Our vast experience in the field of personal injury will allow us to recover maximum compensation on your behalf.
If you are an injured person who can’t afford treatment for your injuries, we can get you to doctors who will treat you without charging you until your case is over. We work with a network of doctors who are willing to give our clients this deal because they know about our reputation for success.
We will fight for your right to fair compensation for your injuries without charging you until and unless we recover money for you. Our only fee is a percentage of any recovery we obtain so no out-of-pocket or upfront fees will ever be charged.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
We handle many types of personal injury cases, including but not limited to:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Truck accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Slip and fall accidents
- Trip and fall accidents
- Dog bites
- Uber and Lyft accidents
Examples of Past Successful Settlements
Our firm and our partners have obtained numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for personal injury victims, including $32,698,073 for an auto accident victim, $26,600,000 for a pedestrian accident victim, $16,444,904 for a bicycle accident victim, $11,000,000 for a truck accident victim and $5,332,215 for a motorcycle accident victim.
What Is the Value of My Palm Springs Personal Injury Case?
No two personal injury claims are identical. Because of the varied nature of these cases, no average settlement amount which is definitive can be given.
Based upon data which is recent, average California personal injury settlements range from around $3,000 to around $75,000. Minor injuries could settle for around $3,000 to $15,000, while more severe injuries might settle for around $15,000 to around $100,000. Catastrophic injuries like traumatic brain injuries requiring years of treatment, permanent disabilities and fatal injuries might lead to higher settlements.
Average car accident cases can range from $20,000 to $30,000 in value. Average motorcycle accident cases can range from $50,000 to $150,000. Average pedestrian accident cases can range from $40,000 to $100,000. However, the value of any of these case types can be much more or much less depending upon the circumstances involved, especially the severity of the injuries involved.
The value of your case will depend heavily upon your case’s specific details, including:
- Injury severity
- Medical bills
- Accident type
- Medical bills
Settlement amounts can also be affected by how much insurance coverage is available. Negotiating with insurance companies can lead to higher settlements. Experienced personal injury lawyers can help to determine the value of your case and negotiate with insurance companies for you.
The value of your case will ultimately depend upon the damages you have suffered. Damages which our legal counsel can help you recover financial compensation for include:
Medical Bills
Our personal injury law firm can help you recover financial compensation for all past and future medical bills which are related to the injuries you suffered in Palm Springs.
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Lost Wages
The injuries you sustained in Palm Springs could have hurt you too badly to work, or you could have had to miss time from work to get them treated. If you’ve been unable to earn any wages due to your injuries, we can help you recover compensation for this.
Loss of Earning Capacity
Sometimes our clients come to us with catastrophic injuries which have left them permanently disabled. If you’ve suffered a permanent disability in Palm Springs, this represents a loss or reduction of your earning capacity which we can help you recover compensation for.
Property Damage
If you were in a vehicle accident like a car or truck accident, our lawyers can help you recover compensation for the cost to repair or replace your vehicle.
Pain and Suffering
Personal injuries often cause their victims to suffer physical pain and mental suffering. Our attorneys can accurately calculate the fair value of your pain and suffering and make sure you are compensated for it.
Wrongful Death
If you lost a loved one to an accident in Palm Springs, unfortunately, financial compensation won’t bring them back. It can, however, ensure your family won’t have to go through needless financial hardship due to losing your loved one. Our attorneys can help you recover compensation for things like your loved one’s pain and suffering, medical bills, funeral and burial costs, as well as your grieving and suffering and the loss of your loved one’s income, spousal benefits, household services, companionship and love.
Punitive Damages
Not every personal injury case is going to involve punitive damages – in fact, most don’t. However, sometimes personal injury cases involve conduct which is intentional or reckless. If your case involves intentional or reckless conduct by a defendant, we’ll seek punitive damages to maximize your recovery, punish the wrongdoer and discourage others from behaving similarly in the future.
Benefits of Hiring a Palm Springs Personal Injury Attorney
You should consider hiring a personal injury attorney if:
- Your injury is significant
- Liability regarding your accident is disputed or unclear
- You have substantial lost wages or medical bills
- Your legal situation is complex
- You wish to make sure you recover the most compensation possible
The benefits of hiring a personal injury lawyer include:
Experience
An attorney will understand precedents and legal complexities specific to cases like yours, making sure your rights get protected.
Negotiation
Attorneys have a lot of experience performing negotiations with insurers to recover fair settlements and maximize compensation for clients.
Representation in Court
Should your case reach trial, an attorney can present your case at trial in a skillful manner.
Claim Valuation
An attorney can assess your claim’s full value, including pain, suffering, lost wages and medical costs, to make sure you recover compensation which is appropriate.
Access to Medical Treatment
Attorneys can help to arrange for the medical treatment you need even if you can’t afford it upfront via working with medical providers on a lien.
Peace of Mind
You can alleviate stress by having an attorney handle the legal process, allowing you to focus on recovering from your injuries.
Collecting Evidence
Attorneys can investigate accidents, collect evidence, and find key witnesses in order to make your case stronger.
Contingency Fee Representation
Most personal injury attorneys operate on a contingency fee, meaning the only time you have to pay them is if they recover compensation successfully for you.
Statute of Limitations on Palm Springs Injury Claims
There is a time limit called a statute of limitations to file a claim seeking compensation for injury in California. This time limit, in most cases, will be two years from the date of your accident, but there are circumstances which can cause this time limit to be extended or shortened.
One important exception to keep in mind is when government entities are defendants. For example, say you injured yourself after tripping on a dangerous condition on a sidewalk which a government agency should have but didn’t fix. In this case, you would only have a total of six months from the date of your injury to seek compensation.
There are many legal complexities regarding the statute of limitations which can shorten or lengthen it. If you’re not sure if you still qualify to file a claim, call us today for a free consultation and we can let you know.
What to Look for in a Palm Springs Personal Injury Lawyer
There are important questions you should ask a lawyer, including:
- What is your approach to strategy for my case?
- What fees do you charge and what is their structure?
- How will communications between us take place through the legal process?
- Can you give me examples of successful verdicts and settlements in cases similar to mine?
- What experience do you have handling cases such as mine?
Things you should look for in personal injury lawyers include:
Experience
Look for an attorney with significant experience handling cases like yours.
Track Record
Ask about successes in the past, including verdicts and settlements, in order to gauge the ability of a lawyer to achieve a favorable outcome.
Communication Skills
Attorneys who clearly explain the legal process, promptly respond to concerns, and keep you informed through the whole process are vital.
Compassion
Look for an attorney who demonstrates genuine concern and care for your well-being and concern.
Responsiveness and Availability
Make sure your attorney is readily available in order to address your concerns and questions.
Contingency Fee Arrangement
Make sure your lawyer works on a contingency fee, meaning you only pay them when they win your case.
Knowledge Which Is Case-Specific
Understand if your attorney possesses knowledge in your type of personal injury case.
Client Testimonials
Read testimonials and reviews from a lawyer’s past clients in order to gain insight into the lawyer’s experience.
FAQs
How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
Personal injury lawyers like the lawyers at our firm won’t cost you a single penny out of your own pocket. The only time we’ll charge you any fee is when we win your case, and we’ll only charge a portion of whatever we recover for you. That means there’s no risk behind calling us today for a free consultation since you can’t lose money by calling us – you can only gain it.
What Happens If I Miss the Statute of Limitations Deadline?
Failing to file a lawsuit before the statute of limitations can forever bar you from recovering compensation for your injuries, so it’s vital to call us today for a free consultation if you or a loved one has been injured or killed in an accident in Palm Springs.
Can I Still File a Claim If I Was Partially At-Fault?
Yes. California law includes provisions for comparative negligence.
In short, this means that if you are found 20 percent at fault for an accident, the compensation you are eligible for will simply be reduced by 20 percent in the end.
So, if you suffered $100,000 in damages and were found 20 percent at fault for your accident, you’d be eligible for $80,000 in compensation, since $20,000 is 20 percent of $100,000.
If you were partially at fault for an accident, it is especially important to hire a lawyer to handle your case. Experienced personal injury lawyers can reduce the percentage of fault attributed to you as much as possible so your compensation is maximized.
How Hard Is It to Win a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
It can be moderately difficult for you to win your personal injury lawsuit. It has been shown by stats that around half of all cases lead to wins for plaintiffs. The success rate can depend upon case circumstances and jurisdictions.
However, almost every case our law firm handles ends up settling out of court prior to reaching trial. This is because insurance companies know that we have been successful in the field of personal injury law for over 30 years. They know it’s a bad idea to take us on in court, so they settle out of court with us to avoid spending expensive legal fees in a court battle they know they’ll just lose.
In order to win your lawsuit, you will require strong evidence that proves negligence on behalf of a defendant, what damages you suffered, and how bad your injuries were. Your chances of winning will depend upon your case’s complexity, your injuries’ severity, the strength of the evidence that the opposing party has, and the quality of your lawyers.
Our law firm can collect strong evidence for you, establish liability, negotiate with insurance companies for you to obtain a settlement out of court, and, if necessary, represent you in court should negotiations fail.
Contact Our Palm Springs Personal Injury Lawyers Today
Call us today for a free case evaluation if you or a loved one was injured or killed in Palm Springs and it was at least partially someone else’s fault.
We’ve been handling personal injury cases for over 30 years, have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for clients, can get you to doctors who won’t charge for treatment until your case is ends, and won’t charge you any fee until and unless we recover compensation for you.
Call us today for a free consultation.
