Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

           When you suffer a car accident, personal injury or other injury caused by something or somebody else, there are many things to consider as well as so many details that need your attention.  With all these things going on, it is easy to be overwhelmed and lose your thought in what you should do next.  Receiving medical attention should always be your first priority in any injury even if you believe you are not badly injured.  Some injuries might be treated easily and you might be able to move on with ease while more serious injuries may need ongoing treatments and may leave you without being able to continue working and in a lot of pain.   Medical bills can quickly pile up as can loss of wages.  Additionally, the accident which caused the personal injury may have also resulted in expensive property damage. Many people are insured against some, or all, of the above expenses. For example, a person may carry health insurance to cover the medical bills, disability insurance to cover the lost wages and car insurance to cover damage to an automobile. Therefore, some people try to manage these insurance claims on their own and do not hire an attorney until litigation becomes necessary. 

            Both insurance companies are likely to start asking questions immediately – questions that you might not be able to handle due to your injuries. The police might be involved depending on the nature of your accident.  There are many benefits to hiring an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney.  The attorney will often handle questions on behalf of you and help you receive the help you deserve during these hard times.  Some insurance companies knowing there is no attorney present might try to pressure people into a settlement that will not benefit the individual to avoid costly litigation. By hiring an attorney this will not only take the pressure off of you and allow you to focus on your recovery and other responsibilities but, it will also ensure that you do not say something to the insurance company or police that could later hurt your chances of recovery or hamper your defense. 

            The law does not require you to have a personal injury attorney to handle your case.  The decision to retain counsel is up to the injured party. However, if fault is disputed or there were serious injuries or monetary losses, then it is usually beneficial to seek the advice of a qualified attorney as soon after the accident as possible. It is important to consult an attorney for the reasons stated above, however you might hesitate to hire one.  In Los Angeles, a reputable personal injury attorney will be honest in your case.  They will be able to assist you whether this case would require an attorney or not during your initial consultation.  They might also advice you on taking a settlement offer in the initial stages of the negotiations yourself.  

            We have the skilled know-how and compassionate understanding to manage your legal needs.  We have the full legal resources to match a large firm’s client support and efficiency, complete with state-of-the-art technology and electronic legal research capabilities. Additionally, as a small firm, we provide our clients with the kind of personal, hands-on attention larger firms rarely offer. Our clients deal directly with an attorney and receive individualized attention to ensure optimal service and results.By speaking with one of our qualified Los Angeles based personal injury attorney’s you will be able to make a decision on your case and help you begin your healing process.

Checklist of things to have when meeting a Personal Injury Attorney in Los Angeles.

Before you meet with your lawyer for the first time after you’ve been injured, collect any documents you have relating to your accident and injury and place them in a folder or large envelope. Here’s a list of some of the documents and other pertinent information to take with you to your lawyer, if applicable to your case.

Information
____	Name and address of ambulance service.
____	Name and address of the emergency room where you were initially taken.
____	Dates you were admitted to the emergency room and the hospital.
____	Names and business address of all doctors who have examined you.
____	Names and addresses of chiropractors you have consulted.
____	Names of all people who were involved in the accident.
____	Names and addresses of witnesses to the accident.
____	Dates you missed work because of the accident.
____	Name and telephone number of each insurance adjustor you have talked to.
____	List of people you have talked to about the accident or your injuries.
Documents
____	Accident report.
____	Copies of any written statements.
____	Your automobile insurance policy if you were injured in a car accident along with the “declarations” page or “coverage certificate” that sets forth what kinds of coverage you have purchased and what the policy limits are.
____	Your homeowner’s or renter’s policy, along with the declarations page or coverage certificate.
____	Medical or disability insurance policy or coverage certificate.
____	Other policies, including major medical, hospitalization, veterans insurance.
____	All correspondence you have received from any insurer about the accident or your injuries.
____	Medical bills.
____	Receipts for things you have had to buy because of your injury.
____	Receipts for things you have had to fix because of the accident.

LOS ANGELES AUTO ACCIDENT

Kenneth was riding as a passenger in a minivan in Los Angeles. The minivan was broadsided in the intersection of 28th Street and Pico Blvd. by a car driven by the defendant. After the accident Kenneth underwent surgery. Kenneth sued the defendant for motor vehicle negligence based on failure to yield the right of way. Defense orthopedic surgery expert disputed whether the surgery resulted from the accident. He testified that Kenneth had a history of similar subjective chronic pain related to a prior workers’ compensation injury.

Even if one had a prior injury can they still get money for injuries caused or worsened by a car accident? Yes, if the accident is what caused the injuries or is what worsened the injuries, then the defendant is liable to pay the medical costs, pain and suffering, and in some cases loss of income.

The jury returned a verdict and awarded Kenneth $18,791.80 for the injuries sustained in the car accident despite having a previous back injuries.

Do you need an auto accident attorney? To learn more about your rights as a personal injury victim, you may contact the Law Offices of Alon Darvish at (800)411-8141. Mr. Darvish represents personal injury victims throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and Ventura County.

Speak to a Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney by contact the Law Offices of Alon Darvish