Maison Law advocates on behalf of personal injury victims in California. If you or a loved one have suffered a soft tissue injury, the accident attorneys at Maison Law understand the intricacies of personal injury law and will aggressively pursue full compensation for your damages. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Soft Tissue Injury in California?
Soft tissue damage after an accident could lead to a settlement from the insurance company. Major injuries require lots of medical treatment and recovery time. For those reasons, it is advisable to speak to an attorney about your accident. Soft tissue injuries that could lead to a settlement include:
- Whiplash
- Herniated discs
- Soft tissue hematomas
- Joint injuries
- Muscle tears
After a personal injury, an attorney can provide you with numerous benefits. Personal injury attorneys can navigate complex legal processes and negotiate with insurance companies to maximize your settlement. Most personal injury victims don’t understand their legal rights after an accident, and some may not even realize contacting an attorney is an available option. This only stands to benefit the insurance companies, leaving victims with a mountain of medical bills and permanent damage done to their lives.
An experienced accident attorney can help you with your personal injury by:
- Connecting you to trusted doctors for continued treatment
- Filing a lawsuit to get you compensation for your:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Assigning liability to all additional parties responsible
- Communicating with insurance adjusters on your behalf
- Building your case by gathering concrete evidence to confirm your claim
- Representing you in court if your case goes to trial
How Long Does a Soft Tissue Injury Case Take?
Soft tissue injury cases vary widely. If liability is clear, it may be resolved in a few months after some quick negotiations. However, personal injury cases can become complex if liability is disputed, there are extensive injuries, or multiple liable parties are involved. A resolution can be met quickly with efficient communication and presentation of evidence, but the more details there are to a case, the longer it will last.
Here are the general stages of a California personal injury lawsuit:
- Investigations: an attorney will investigate your accident claim to determine liability and collect the necessary evidence to prove your case. This involves taking pictures, gathering medical records, witness testimony, and hiring legal experts.
- Pre-Suit Negotiations: before filing a lawsuit, an attorney may send a demand letter to negotiate with the liable party’s lawyer to try and reach a fair settlement.
- Filing your lawsuit: once your lawsuit is filed, you have agreed to sue the liable party for damages.
- Discovery: discovery includes several steps:
- Interrogatories
- Depositions
- Independent medical examinations
- Expert witness reports
- Settlement negotiations: with more evidence presented, both the plaintiff and defense can begin discussing settlement negotiations. Sometimes, mediation is used to dispute these negotiations, which is when a third party attempts to help both sides settle.
- Trial: if your case cannot be settled, then it will have to be decided in court through a trial. Either a judge or jury will determine the fair settlement amount.
What is the Typical Compensation for a Soft Tissue Injury Case in California?
An important question in any personal injury case is what type of monetary settlement can I expect after my accident? The answer always depends on the severity of these three things:
- Type of injury suffered
- Damages and losses a victim sustained
- Degree of negligence on the part of the liable party
Since no personal injury cases are identical, it can be difficult to gauge the exact value of your case. In the case of soft tissue injuries, they can be severe and justify a large settlement. Damage to muscles, ligaments, and tendons can require surgery, as well as extensive rehabilitation such as physical therapy. An experienced accident attorney will take this into account when calculating your final settlement, as well as your:
- Present and future medical expenses
- Loss of income, as well as the reduction in your earning capacity you’ve suffered from your slip-and-fall accident
- Cost of living with your injury, such as making your home disability accessible, purchasing a wheelchair or crutches, hiring a nurse or housekeeper
- Damage done to your property during the accident
- Pain and suffering caused by your injuries
- Stress and anxiety due to the nature of your accident
- Your mental state after a life-changing accident
Contact a Soft Tissue Injury Lawyer in California
If you or a loved one has suffered a soft tissue injury, the accident attorneys at Maison Law can help you get full compensation from the liable party. It is a proven fact that accident victims who retain the services of an attorney tend to receive substantially more compensation compared to those who don’t. Let us protect your right to compensation and get you the financial support you need. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
