Personal Injury

Most people conduct their daily activities in a careful manner, but even the most cautious individuals may not be able to avoid harm brought about by an accident caused by someone else’s carelessness. Unexpected injuries often cause significant financial losses, pain, and suffering, and people that recklessly hurt others should be held accountable. If you were injured due to another party's negligence, you have the right to seek compensation for your harm and should meet with a personal injury attorney to discuss your case. The trusted Chula Vista personal injury attorneys of the Law Offices of Bruce S. Meth have over 60 years combined experience assisting injured parties in their pursuit of damages, and if you engage our services, we will help you pursue the maximum amount of compensation you may be afforded under the law. We regularly represent people who suffer traumatic brain injuries, and other serious injuries in lawsuits in Chula Vista, San Diego, and cities throughout Southern California.

While there are countless scenarios under which personal injuries may arise, some occur more commonly than others. For example, car accidents and falls due to slippery substances frequently cause injuries. Defective products, dog bites, and construction site accidents are other common causes of bodily harm. Personal injuries range from relatively minor, like sprains, strains, and contusions, to severe, like broken bones, organ damage, fractures, brain injuries, and hemorrhages. People hurt in accidents may require a variety of treatments, including prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, surgery, and adaptive devices.

Liability is an essential element of any personal liability lawsuit. In most personal injury lawsuits, the plaintiff will assert a negligence claim against the defendant. In other words, the plaintiff alleges that the defendant acted in a negligent manner and, therefore, should be held liable for the plaintiff’s harm. Under California law, negligence occurs when a party owes a duty that they breach, the breach causes the accident in which the plaintiff is injured, and the plaintiff suffers actual losses as a result. For example, if a store owner has a duty to maintain the sidewalk in front of the store but fails to do so and a person trips and falls on an uneven area as a result, the store owner may be found negligent for the injured person’s harm.

The injured party bears the burden of proving the defendant was negligent by a preponderance of the evidence, which means that the injured party must show that it is more likely than not that the defendant’s negligence caused his or her harm. If you suffered harm due to another party’s negligence, it is crucial to retain a seasoned California personal injury attorney who will work diligently to help you seek any compensation you may be owed. It is important not to delay, as personal injury claims must be pursued within a certain time frame. The statute for personal injury in California is two years from the date of the accident, but it can vary for claims against governmental entities and claims on behalf of minors.

A plaintiff that successfully establishes a defendant’s liability in a personal injury claim may be entitled to recover the cost of any necessary medical care, out-of-pocket expenses, and damages for lost wages and loss of earning capacity. They typically can recover compensation for any pain and suffering and mental anguish they suffered as well.

If the plaintiff was married when the injury occurred, their spouse might have a claim for loss of consortium, which may entitle them to damages as well. If you were hurt by someone else’s negligence, a skilled personal injury attorney can thoroughly examine the effect the injury has had on your daily life in order to assist you in recovering the maximum damages you are owed.

Unexpected injuries can cause pain, loss of income, and emotional distress, and often an injured party's only recourse for recovering damages is through legal action. If you suffered a personal injury due to the carelessness of another party, you should consult an injury attorney to discuss what claims you may be able to pursue. The skilled Chula Vista personal injury attorneys of the Law Offices of Bruce S. Meth take pride in helping injured people seek justice for their losses, and if we represent you, we will fight zealously on your behalf. We regularly represent people in personal injury matters in Chula Vista and throughout the San Diego area. You can reach us at (619) 691-8942 or via our online form to set up a confidential and free consultation.