If someone else injured you in Riverside, CA, you can hold them financially liable for the losses you suffered by filing a personal injury lawsuit. Whether you sustained broken bones, a traumatic brain injury, or severe burns, a personal injury lawsuit is how you can seek the compensation needed for your medical bills, lost wages, and more.
Contact Dordick Law Corporation at (310) 341-7176 for a free consultation with one of our highly skilled personal injury lawyers about your case. We’ll review the incident that caused your injuries, help you understand your options for seeking compensation, and answer any questions you have about the legal process.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Riverside
Our Riverside personal injury lawyers have extensive experience handling a wide range of cases. No matter how your injuries occurred, our team will thoroughly investigate the incident to identify the at-fault parties and collect the evidence needed to hold them financially liable. Some of the most common types of personal injury cases we handle include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Motorcycle collisions
- Rideshare accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Dog bites
- Construction site accidents
- Product defects
- Medical malpractice
- Slip and fall accidents
- Inadequate security
- Food poisoning
- Catastrophic injuries
- Premises liability
- Drowning
- Chemical exposure
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Birth injury
- Fetal hypoxia
Personal Injury Statistics
According to data from the National Safety Council (NSC), there were 62 million injuries and over 222,000 preventable deaths reported nationwide in a recent year. These injuries also resulted in over $1.28 trillion in estimated costs. That’s more than $20,000 per injury on average, highlighting the importance of seeking compensation for injuries caused by someone else.
Examples of Personal Injury Cases We’ve Handled
A recent case Dordick Law Corporation handled involved a pedestrian struck by a vehicle while lawfully crossing at an intersection. The driver admitted fault for the accident, but their insurer questioned the severity of our client’s injuries. They also doubted the necessity of treatment due to her delayed symptoms, which resulted in delayed medical care. By documenting how the injury affected our client’s daily life and future, our lawyers strengthened the case. As a result, our lawyers secured a $1 million settlement in the case.
Another case resulting in a $1 million partial settlement involved a child who suffered catastrophic injuries at a community pool. While this case is still ongoing, our lawyers have secured a partial settlement against some of the multiple parties responsible for failures in supervision, safety enforcement, and product safety.
A third case our team successfully handled involved our client being rear-ended at high speed while stopped as part of a funeral procession. The impact caused their vehicle to flip over, and they sustained serious head, brain, and orthopedic injuries that resulted in ongoing symptoms impacting their daily life. After refusing the insurance company’s initial lowball settlement offers, our lawyers secured a $1.97 million settlement to cover our client’s expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below, we’ve included answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about personal injury cases in Riverside, California. Our lawyers will be more than happy to answer further questions about your particular case during your free initial consultation.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in Riverside?
Under California’s statute of limitations for personal injury cases, victims have two years to file lawsuits against the parties responsible for their injuries. If you miss this deadline, the courts will prevent you from recovering compensation from the at-fault party.
In most cases, this time limit begins on the date of injury. However, it can be pushed back if you were unaware you suffered an injury, could not identify the at-fault party due to them concealing their involvement, or were incapacitated due to the injury.
For example, if you were in a car accident and your whiplash symptoms only began appearing a week later, the time limit may begin at that point. If you were the victim of a hit-and-run, the time limit for filing your lawsuit may not begin until the at-fault party is identified. Or, if you suffered a traumatic brain injury after a slip and fall, the time limit may not begin until you have regained consciousness and are physically able to file a lawsuit.
How can Dordick Law Corporation assist with my Riverside personal injury case?
When you hire our firm to handle your Riverside personal injury case, you can focus on recovering from your injuries while we do everything related to your case, including:
- Thoroughly investigating the incident that injured you to identify the at-fault parties and gather evidence for holding them liable
- Calculating your damages so we can seek a fair settlement from the at-fault party or their insurance company
- Filing your lawsuit within the deadline provided by California’s statute of limitations
- Negotiating with the at-fault party’s insurance company on your behalf and seeking a settlement that covers all of your losses
- Taking your case to trial and seeking the maximum compensation if the insurance company refuses to offer an acceptable settlement
Our lawyers don’t just help you through your personal injury case. We take ownership of it, so you don’t have to deal with insurance companies or the legal system. You can leave all that complicated and stressful stuff to our team.
What compensation is available after a Riverside, CA, personal injury?
The compensation available after a Riverside personal injury falls into two main categories: economic damages and non-economic damages. Economic damages refer to compensation sought for losses with tangible value, while non-economic damages refer to compensation sought for losses with intangible value.
Some of the most common losses personal injury victims seek compensation for include:
- Past and future medical expenses, including surgeries, prescription medications, medical devices, and physical therapy
- Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity caused by the impact of a victim’s injuries on their ability to work
- Physical pain and emotional suffering experienced by the victim due to their injuries and how they affect their daily life
- Permanent disability accommodations, including hiring in-home care or modifying a victim’s home or vehicle to be accessible
- Loss of enjoyment of life caused by a victim’s injuries preventing them from engaging in activities they once enjoyed
To maximize your compensation, it’s crucial that you work with an experienced and compassionate personal injury lawyer who can accurately assess your losses. It’s not just about recovering compensation for your past expenses but also considering the long-term implications of your injuries and determining a fair value for them.
What steps should I take after a personal injury in Riverside?
If someone else injured you in Riverside, it’s essential that you know the steps to take and the steps to avoid to strengthen your legal case. Taking the right steps can significantly improve your chances of maximizing your recovery. However, taking the wrong steps can also significantly reduce your recovery.
Some of the key steps to take after a personal injury are:
- Document the incident by taking photographs of the accident scene and your visible injuries and writing down everything you remember about what happened.
- Seek ongoing medical treatment until you have fully recovered, and keep track of all medical bills related to the incident so your lawyer can use them to calculate your damages.
- Consult an experienced personal injury lawyer about your case before making any major decisions or speaking to the at-fault party’s insurance company.
Some of the key things to avoid after a personal injury are:
- Do not provide a recorded statement to the at-fault party’s insurance company, as it will attempt to use your words against you to devalue your case.
- Do not post about your case on social media or publicly post anything the insurance company could misconstrue as evidence that you are not injured.
What evidence is needed for a successful Riverside personal injury lawsuit?
To successfully recover compensation through a personal injury lawsuit, you need various types of evidence that work together to tell a story of how the accident caused your injuries. Some of the most effective evidence a personal injury attorney can gather includes:
- Accident scene photographs showing the hazardous condition that led to the incident
- Traffic or surveillance camera footage showing the accident occurring
- Eyewitness statements that back up your claims or provide additional information
- Expert witness testimony, including from medical professionals, accident reconstruction specialists, mechanical engineers, and vocational experts
- Maintenance records for buildings, vehicles, and machinery
- Medical records detailing your injuries and the treatments your doctors recommend for them
Police reports generally aren’t admissible as evidence in court. However, they frequently contain valuable information your lawyer can use to track down additional evidence.
Areas We Serve in Riverside, CA
Dordick Law Corporation is available to clients in Riverside and the nearby areas, including but not limited to:
- San Bernardino (92401-92408, 92410, 92411)
- Moreno Valley (92551-92557)
- Jurupa Valley (92509, 91752)
- Corona (92877-92883)
- Colton (92324)
- Redlands (92373, 92374, 92375)
- Grand Terrace (92313, 92324)
- Loma Linda (92354, 92373)
- Eastvale (91752, 92880)
- Norco (92860)
Contact Our Riverside Personal Injury Lawyers
Since 1987, the personal injury lawyers at Dordick Law Corporation have been providing comprehensive legal representation to injury victims in Riverside, California. Over the years, we’ve recovered millions for our clients through negotiated settlements and trial awards and have successfully handled several high-profile cases involving catastrophic injuries. Read our clients’ reviews to see what sets us apart, or visit our Riverside office to learn more.
Contact our firm today at (310) 341-7176 for a free consultation with one of our experienced and knowledgeable personal injury attorneys. During your initial consultation, we’ll review your case, explain your legal options, and walk you through the process of seeking the compensation you need.
