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Welcome to our law firm’s blog. We publish articles about accidents that have happened recently in Los Angeles County and Orange County, news related to injury laws, as well as information about our law firm such as recent settlements and blog articles. Check below to read some of our posts and view our video library.
What to Consider After an Accident – Steps to Protect Your Rights and Build Your Case
After an accident, whether it’s a car crash, a slip and fall, or a workplace injury, the steps you take immediately can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation. At The Law Offices of Kenneth King, we’ve helped countless injury victims in Los Angeles navigate the complexities of personal injury claims. From our experience, here are some essential actions to take after an accident to protect your rights and strengthen your case.
Seek Medical Attention Immediately: Even if you feel fine initially, some injuries, such as whiplash or internal injuries, may not present symptoms right away. Seeing a doctor ensures your health is prioritized and creates a medical record that will be critical in proving the extent of your injuries.
Document the Scene: If it’s safe to do so, take photos or videos of the accident scene, including damage to vehicles, hazards that contributed to a fall, or any visible injuries. These visuals can be invaluable evidence in establishing fault.
Collect Witness Information: Witness statements can provide crucial third-party perspectives on what happened. Be sure to get the names and contact details of anyone who saw the accident occur.
Report the Incident: Whether it’s to the police, your employer, or a property owner, ensure that the accident is officially reported and documented. Ask for a copy of any incident or police report for your records.
Avoid Speaking with Insurance Adjusters Without Legal Representation: Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts. Before providing a statement or signing anything, consult an experienced personal injury attorney who can advocate for your best interests.
Slip and Fall Accident Basics
The state of California is referred to as a fault state as a result of its use of the comparative negligence rule. The rule focuses directly on the events leading up to the accident and if the injured party is partly to blame for the accident. In addition, where the...
Personal Injury: Car Accident Mediation
If you are involved in a car accident and have suffered injuries as a result of someone else’s negligence you may be eligible for compensation by way of a personal injury claim. One of available option in order to receive compensation is by using mediation in order to...
Suing the Employer for the Employee’s Actions
When you are injured as a result of someone else’s negligence you may be eligible for compensation by way of a personal injury claim. However, if the negligent person was an employee and was ‘on the clock’, you may be able to sue the wrongdoer’s employer for your...
Elements of a Personal Injury Claim
If you have been involved in an accident as a result of somebody else’s wrongful actions it is likely that you may want to pursue a personal injury case. If you were to ask a lawyer to evaluate your personal injury case he or she would consider a number of elements to...
Pain and Suffering Awards and Related Factors
In personal injury cases there are a variety of damages that can be awarded to the plaintiff. Such damages vary widely even where there are similar injuries. The two main reasons are: Damages for pain and suffering can be very personal in nature Juries view damages...