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Is There a Statute of Limitations for California Personal Injury?

One of the most common questions about West Covina personal injury claims, including auto accidents, is whether someone who is hurt by another person’s negligence has a deadline by which they must file their claim. The answer is yes. There is a statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in California. Read on for what…

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Is There a Statute of Limitations for California Personal Injury?

One of the most common questions about West Covina personal injury claims, including auto accidents, is whether someone who is hurt by another person's negligence has a deadline by which they must file their claim. The answer is yes. There is a statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in California. Read on for what you need to know about the statute of limitations for filing personal injury claims in California.

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Personal Injury Involving a Private Citizen

The term “private citizen" refers to an individual or a business who is not working on government time or for the government. Your neighbor, a local business owner, and a total stranger are examples of private citizens. They are non-government entities. If you have suffered a personal injury (such as injuries in an car accident) at the hands a private citizen, you generally have two years from the date of the incident to file your claim. If you attempt to file a personal injury lawsuit even one day outside of the two-year statute of limitations, your claim will not be heard by the court and you may not be able to recover financial compensation for your injuries.

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Personal Injury Involving a Government Agency or on Government Property

If you are riding a city bus in West Covina when the bus driver, who is texting, gets in an accident, or if you’re hit by a driver in a government-owned vehicle, both scenarios involve a government agency and therefore, your West Covina personal injury claim will be filed against the government. It is important to note that there is a different statute of limitations in California personal injury claims involving a government agency or property -- You only have six months to file your personal injury claim. If you or a loved one were injured by a reckless city driver, contact experienced West Covina accident attorneys as soon as possible

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Get the Help of a Qualified Attorney

If you or a loved one were injured in an accident caused by a reckless person or government worker, know that California law and our aggressive injury attorneys are on your side. You may be able to recover financial compensation for your injuries. For a free consultation about your potential case, contact the West Covina accident attorneys at Ghozland Law Firm today.

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Big rigs are a common sight on the roads of California, but their size and weight can create potentially hazardous situations. Due to their large cargo capacity, big rig accidents can cause more damage than an accident involving two passenger vehicles. Common causes of these catastrophic accidents include impaired driving, distracted driving, inadequate maintenance, speeding, and driver fatigue.

How Do I Get the Max Settlement for A Los Angeles Car Accident Claim?

In California, a personal injury claim for injuries caused by a motor vehicle crash must be filed within two years of the date of the accident. These claims are based on the legal principle of "negligence," which states that those found to be responsible for causing an accident must compensate victims for their losses and damages.

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As Los Angeles dog bite attorneys, our firm frequently sees dog bite injuries from a variety of breeds. While it’s clear that owners play an extremely important role in their dog’s behavior, some breeds are naturally more aggressive and capable of injury than others.

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The entire functionality of our life, motor skills and comprehension takes place in the brain. The brain is not a body part that is easily fixed or healed though, and injuries to the brain, skull or cranial cavity can take weeks, months or years to recover from.

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No matter what kind of car accident you endure, there is always the potential for a broken bone. Not only are they very painful, but they can require months of treatment and therapy, during which time you may be unable to work.

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With over 40 years of experience, we have handled many slip and fall cases. I can provide you with the caliber of legal services that is normally available only to large companies, due to my experience in large-scale litigation that has resulted in awards of millions of dollars on many occasions. In 2014, Michael Ghozland was named “Street Fighter of the Year” by Consumer Attorneys of California in 2014. Because of my outstanding trial record, winning your case will probably mean obtaining a private settlement, with no need to ever step into a courtroom. Insurance companies know my reputation, and most of them would rather settle than face me in a slip and fall lawsuit.

“We have made it our mission to provide our clients with the type of legal representation typically delivered to large corporate and institutional clients. Mr. Ghozland recognizes that you deserve the best employment & personal injury lawyer in Los Angeles.”

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