How is liability determined in a personal injury case?

Liability is typically based on negligence and evidence such as incident reports, witness statements, photos/videos, and medical records.

What damages can be recovered in a personal injury claim?

Depending on the case, damages may include medical bills, lost income, property damage, pain and suffering, and other related losses.

How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in California?

Statutes of limitation vary by claim type and facts. Speaking with counsel early helps protect your claim and preserve evidence.

Do I have to go to court for a personal injury case?

Many cases resolve through settlement, but preparation for trial can strengthen your position if the other side refuses to offer fair value.

What should I do immediately after an accident?

Get medical attention, document what happened, collect witness and insurance information, and avoid giving recorded statements until you understand your rights.

How do attorney fees work for personal injury cases?

Many personal injury cases are handled on a contingency basis, meaning fees are typically paid from a recovery rather than upfront.

Personal Injury Attorneys

Personal injuries can occur in many different circumstances: an automobile or motorcycle accident, a slip and fall at the grocery store, or even a dog bite during a hike. In the split-second it takes for an accident to occur, lives can be changed forever. Catastrophic injuries such as a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or a spinal cord injury, do not just impact the lives of victims, but the lives of their family members as well. If you or a loved one has been injured in any type of accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation.

Personal Injury Attorneys

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At Michael Burgis & Associates, P.C., our accident attorneys provide support to accident victims throughout Southern California. We can help explore your options and determine the best path forward so that you can focus all your energy on your recovery.

Recovering Personal Injury Compensation that You Deserve

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Following an accident, insurance providers will rarely make an initial settlement offer that takes the full extent of your damages into account. Having a lawyer in your corner means having someone who can serve as a skillful advocate, negotiating with insurance companies and taking your case to trial, when necessary.

If you were injured in a workplace accident, workers’ compensation is the only course of action you can pursue against your employer’s insurance carrier. However, if a third party, such as the manufacturer of a defective product, played a role in the accident, you may be able to seek additional damages under a personal injury claim. We will thoroughly explore the circumstances that led to your accident to ensure that all avenues of compensation remain open.

Contact Our Accident Lawyers for a Free Consultation

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury in any type of accident, we want to hear from you. Call our Sherman Oaks law office at (888) BURGIS1 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation.
All personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. This means that you owe us nothing unless we are successful in recovering compensation for you. If we feel that we are unable to devote our full attention to your personal injury claim, we will gladly refer you to a prequalified attorney who will have our full faith and trust in providing you with the same high-quality representation that we are known for.

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