
Merced Personal Injury Lawyer
We Handle Ridesharing Accident Claims in Bakersfield and Throughout Kern County
$500,000
Premises Liability
$1.4 Million
Brain Injury
$3.3 Million
Motorcycle Accident
$2.0 Million
Car accident
$1.0 Million
Ride Share Accident
$1.1 Million
Motor Vehicle Accident
$110,000
Truck Accident
$500,000
Trip and Fall Accident
$1.0 Million
Medical Malpractice
$250,000
Airline Accident
$500,000
Premises Liability
$1.4 Million
Brain Injury
$3.3 Million
Motorcycle Accident
$2.0 Million
Car accident
$1.0 Million
Ride Share Accident
$1.1 Million
Motor Vehicle Accident
$110,000
Truck Accident
$500,000
Trip and Fall Accident
$1.0 Million
Medical Malpractice
$250,000
Airline Accident
Case Results
$3.3 Million
Motorcycle Accident
$2.0 Million
Car accident
$1.4 Million
Brain Injury
$1.1 Million
Motor Vehicle Accident
Merced Personal Injury Lawyer
Most accidental injuries are preventable. Indeed, with many accidents the victim’s injuries are the result of reckless, negligent, or intentional conduct by another person. In such cases, the victim has the right under California law to seek compensation in the form of legal damages.
A skilled Merced personal injury lawyer can help you in obtaining such damages. At Heidari Law Group, P.C., we represent a wide range of accident victims and their families. We understand that recovering from an accident is often a long, difficult, and expensive process. That is why we will put our decades of experience to work for you in fighting for the compensation that you are entitled to under the law.
What You Need to Know About Liability and California Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury claims arise from a wide range of accidents, such as those involving cars, trucks, and other vehicles. Many cases also originate in premises liability–i.e., a property owner’s negligence leads to a slip and fall accident. Then there are injuries arising from professional negligence such as medical malpractice.
Regardless of how a personal injury claim originates, the legal steps in seeking compensation are largely the same. The plaintiff–the person bringing the claim–needs to prove that the defendant was negligent in some way. Negligent conduct need not be intentional. That is to say, the plaintiff does not have to prove that the defendant was trying to hurt them. Rather, negligence requires proof of the following elements:
- The defendant owed the plaintiff some legal duty of care.
- The defendant breached that duty of care in some way, whether it was intentional act, negligence, or failure to act.
- The defendant’s breach caused the plaintiff some sort of injury.
- The plaintiff’s injury resulted in a loss or damages.
The exact nature of the duty of care will depend on the specifics of a case. For instance, in the context of a car accident, a duty of care refers to every driver’s obligation to obey the traffic laws and operate their vehicle in a reasonably safe manner. With a premises liability claim, a property owner has a duty of care to keep their property in a reasonably safe condition free of hazards. And in medical malpractice, the duty of care is a professional obligation to render services that are appropriate to that provider’s specialty.
Why Do You Need to Work with a Merced Personal Injury Attorney?
Damages in a personal injury case are a monetary award meant to compensate the plaintiff for their losses. A court can award both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are the plaintiff’s measurable out-of-pocket costs arising from an injury, such as medical bills and lost income. Non-economic damages, in contrast, cannot be precisely quantified yet can be compensated. This includes the plaintiff’s pain and suffering as well as their overall loss of enjoyment of life. In rare cases, a California court may also award punitive damages. Such awards are not designed to compensate the victim, but rather to punish intentional or grossly reckless conduct, such as drunk driving.
It is important to note, however, that most California personal injury cases never go to trial. Most claims are settled by the parties out of court. Settlements are especially likely when an insurance company is involved. But as the accident victim you can–and should–work with an experienced personal injury attorney during the settlement negotiation process. An attorney can help you avoid “lowball” offers and ultimately help you obtain a more favorable settlement. And if a settlement proves impossible, an attorney can help you prepare a lawsuit and take the matter to court.
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17901 Von Karman Ave Suite 600
Irvine, CA 92614
tel: (949) 239-1020
fax: (949) 239-1021
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“Saman is by far true to his word. He truly was available at all times and always kept me updated. In the end, he settled my case with a great results. He didn’t treat me like a file, he treated me as if he was representing family. If you are looking for open, fast, thorough and a detailed lawyer, look no further. I will definitely recommend him to anyone seeking legal services who wants to feel assured that they are in the best hands.”
Amir
Persistent
“I was injured in a car accident. The lawyer made sure that I went to my chiropractor sessions and that I get the medical attention needed. I also got MRI’s as needed and also got back injections as needed. He was very persistent on contacting me, even when I wasn’t reachable, and making sure that I got treated right and paid a good amount at the end. He is a very respectful person and great lawyer.”
Wendy
An Extraordinary Experience
“Thank you for your unwavering commitment to my case. Words do not adequately describe my feelings, when no one seemed to care about an old vet with an injury you were there. I can remember as clearly as though it were yesterday, your sincerity and desire to help me. For that, I will always be grateful. Your endless commitment of time, financial resources and a personal concern for my physical well being surpassed anything I could have expected or imagined.”
Ron
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3530 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 710 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Tel: 213-884-4881Fax: 213-884-4588
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17901 Von Karman Ave Suite 600 Irvine, CA 92614 Tel: 949-239-1020Fax: 949-239-1021
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1215 K Street Sacramento, CA 95814 Tel: 916-461-1818Fax: 916-461-9797
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3501 Mall View Rd Suite 105 Bakersfield, CA 93306 Tel: 661-409-0000Fax: 916-461-9797
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611 South 6th Street Las Vegas, NV 89101 Tel: 702-722-1500Fax: 702-722-1600
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