In my practice I frequently get the same basic questions from potential new clients. Question: Do I have a case? Answer: This is a difficult question to answer without knowing all of the facts and circumstances involved. The success of a case will depend on the specific facts involved and the laws of the jurisdiction or region where the incident occurred. Generally, if you can show that the party responsible for your injuries violated some duty of care (e.g., causing a collision or making a dangerous product), then you probably have a claim against that party for the amount of damages you have sustained. If you think you have a claim in the state of Washington and want some feedback, you can send me an email directly by filling in the Case Feedback form. Due to the large volume of messages, it may take a few days to respond. Question: How much is my case worth? Answer: There is no magic formula or process by which an attorney can predict with certainty the amount of money a person is entitled to receive, especially where damages are awarded for subjective elements .. more »

If you are a victim of personal injury in California, you can choose a lawyer from the various law firms providing expert legal assistance. They are distributed all over the counties, and they won’t be difficult to find. California personal injury lawyers/law firms deal with different types of cases involving harms and damages caused by a any negligent action or inaction. Since personal injury covers a broad scope of civil cases, lawyers may have different expertise on specific areas. Examples of personal injury cases are professional malpractice claim, construction liability, product liability claims, premise liability claims, vehicular accidents, wrongful death, defamation or libel, and even a simple case of slip and fall injury. Any injuries incurred because of the intentional or negligent act of another can be considered as a personal injury. To be more precise, personal injuries cover damages done to person, property, rights, and reputation. California lawyers aim to help victims of personal injury get their rightful compensation and recover damages. They are responsible to handle the legal concerns of their clients who are in dire need of legal assistance. They function as the: • Legal representatives of the plaintiffs • Legal advisers .. more »

If you have been hurt or injured in some way you may be considering consulting a personal injury lawyer to collect damages. If your injuries are the result of neglect or the deliberate actions of another, you may have a case for a personal injury lawsuit. There are several different types of personal injury cases, however, and knowing if your situation meets the criteria is a good start. The four most common types of Personal Injury lawsuits are: .. more »