When should I hire a lawyer?
Accidents happen all the time in California, but accident victims don’t always need the help of an attorney. In California, you should contact a personal injury lawyer if any of the following apply:- You or your family member were injured and received medical treatment
- Someone else is at least partly responsible for your accident
- You were hurt on someone else’s property
- Your injuries affect your ability to work
- You will require ongoing medical care for your injuries
- Your application for Social Security, workers’ compensation, or veterans benefits was denied
- You or a family member took a drug and experienced health problems because of it
- A product, vehicle, piece of equipment, or medical device malfunctioned and caused your injury
- You or your child were bitten by a dog
- Your loved one died because of someone else’s actions
Why do I need a lawyer?
The Insurance Research Council reports that, on average, people who retain personal injury lawyers receive almost three times more money than people who don’t use lawyers. Insurance companies are for-profit businesses in a billion-dollar industry. They have adjusters and legal teams dedicated to protecting their profits by paying injury victims as little as possible. Once you settle with an insurance company, it is almost impossible to go back later and get more money. While many factors can affect the amount of a reward, without a lawyer you risk not getting the full amount you need to cover your expenses.What can a lawyer do for me?
At Berg Injury Lawyers, we can help prepare your claim by:- Gathering evidence related to the accident or your injuries
- Compiling medical records
- Calculating the true costs of your injuries
- Proving another party was at fault
- Contacting the insurance company and demanding a settlement
- Going to court to fight for your rights, if necessary
How much does it cost to get a lawyer?
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. At Berg Injury Lawyers, we offer the No Fee Guarantee®. If you don’t win, you pay nothing. Our attorneys believe in giving everyone equal access to the legal system. We want you to know that you can afford a good lawyer, and to trust that we’ll only take your case if we think we can help you get the money you deserve. When you get Berg Injury Lawyers, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain.How long do I have to file a claim?
In California, personal injury claims are subject to a statute of limitations, or a time limit on how long you have to file a claim after an accident. For most cases, these limits are anywhere from one to two years after the accident or injury occurred.How much money will I get?
The monetary value of your claim depends on several factors, such as:- The type and extent of your injuries
- Your total current and future accident-related medical expenses
- Your current and future lost income due to disability or injury
- Your level of pain and suffering
