Personal Injury
How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help You Recover Compensation After an Accident
An accident can cause serious injuries and financial hardships for victims and their families. If you have suffered harm due to someone else’s negligence, you likely want to receive compensation for your injuries as quickly as possible. The money you...
Debunking Myths About Personal Injury Lawsuits: Insights From a Legal Professional
Many people have wrong ideas about personal injury claims, and these myths can lead injured victims to make regrettable decisions that cost them thousands of dollars in personal injury compensation. At Harker Injury Law, we are on a constant quest...
The Importance of Timely Medical Treatment in Personal Injury Cases
Getting timely medical treatment can make the difference between a swift recovery and living with ongoing problems. For example, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including concussions, are common in personal injury cases. A 2021 study found that delayed or inadequate treatment of TBIs...
Understanding California's Liability Laws: What You Need to Know After an Injury
When accidents happen to occur, from car accidents to the tragic loss of wrongful death, the aftermath is painful. Families are often left alone to cope with serious injuries, financial losses, emotional suffering, and more. Were you involved in a...
Navigating Insurance Claims in California
Accidents and injuries can happen unexpectedly, leaving you with physical pain, emotional distress, and financial burdens. To ensure you recover compensation for injuries, personal property damage, lost wages, and more, it’s ideal to understand the insurance claim process. When communicating...
California’s Comparative Fault System: What You Need to Know
Each state in the country has a method for comparing negligence in personal injury claims. If one party was harmed due to another party’s actions, comparative negligence laws come into play. These determine the amount of compensation the defendant pays...
Chances of Winning a Personal Injury Lawsuit
If another person’s actions have caused you harm, you may be considering filing a California personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries. However, before taking the step to hire a lawyer, you may be wondering, “What are my...
What Happens If My Personal Injury Claim Goes to Court?
Many people head into legal proceedings determined to seek justice by having their day in court. While estimates vary, it appears that around 95 percent of civil cases, including personal injury cases, never make it that far. Instead, most end...
How to Fight a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Being involved in a car accident, slip-and-fall, motorcycle crash, or any other type of accident can be a stressful experience. That anxiety can be further compounded if you later learn that you are accused of causing the accident and a...
What Happens After a Deposition in a Personal Injury Case?
Most personal injury claims, including car accidents and other cases involving harm caused by a liable party, are resolved through negotiations with the insurance company. However, an insurance company may undervalue a claim and refuse to negotiate a fair settlement....