Category: Personal Injury

The Importance of Proper Lighting in Establishing Fault in Premises Liability Cases

May 15, 2023 |

If you were injured on someone else’s property due to poor lighting, you might be able to pursue compensation for your damages. Property owners can be held responsible for injuries resulting from their negligence. The California premises lawyers at Berg Injury Lawyers can help you […]

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Pedestrian Crosswalk Laws in California You Should Know

February 07, 2023 |

As a driver or pedestrian in California, it’s essential to understand the laws surrounding crosswalks. Knowing your rights and relevant traffic laws can help you safely navigate busy streets and prevent you from involvement in a dangerous accident. Learn the pedestrian crosswalk laws you should […]

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California Pain & Suffering Damages: Calculating Emotional Distress

November 07, 2022 |

California recognizes that pain and suffering from a traumatic event can cause emotional distress. This distress is harder to quantify than broken limbs or lost wages, but it is nevertheless an essential part of any injury settlement. The way pain and suffering damages are calculated […]

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What’s the Purpose of a Deposition in a Personal Injury Case?

February 14, 2022 |

Depositions assist the court and the two implicated parties, the injured and the liable, by sharing information about the facts of a personal injury case. A deposition is a legally admissible testimony where an attorney asks the deposed a series of questions about the case. […]

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Getting Compensation for Facial Nerve Damage

December 20, 2021 |

Facial nerve damage is a serious problem that can lead to disfigurement. If you’ve suffered facial nerve damage, it’s important to understand how much compensation you may get from the person or party responsible for your injury. Many factors need consideration when calculating the total […]

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Can You Sue a Landlord for Injuries You Suffer in a Rental Unit?

June 28, 2021 |

In most states, the landlord of a property has a legal obligation to maintain the safety and security of the tenants they rent to. This means they must fix things such as broken stairs, weak railings, collapsing decks, or poor lighting to keep the rental […]

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How to Tell if a Lawyer Is Legitimate?

May 10, 2021 |

While you might assume that a lawyer with a website and fancy office is legitimate and legally allowed to practice the law, there have been numerous cases where people have posed as lawyers for decades. These fraudulent lawyers have taken clients’ hard-earned money, lost important […]

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Can I Sue After a Slip and Fall if a Sign Was Posted?

November 16, 2020 |

If you were injured after slipping and falling but a warning sign was posted, you can still file a lawsuit for your injuries. But several factors will determine whether your case is successful. Property owners have an obligation to keep people on their premises safe. […]

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How to NOT Get Taken Advantage of by Insurance Companies

November 09, 2020 |

The insurance industry is one of the most profitable in the U.S. These companies make steep profits, and that’s partly because they frequently offer policyholders and injured people far less than they deserve. If you’re like us, you don’t like it when multi-million-dollar corporations get […]

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Subrogation: Why Your Insurance Company Could Take Your Settlement Money

September 07, 2020 |

Medical bills are some of the most expensive costs associated with a serious injury. If you’ve been hurt in an accident through no fault of your own, your auto or health insurance company might pay those medical bills, especially if the at-fault party’s insurance refuses […]

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