The AK Blog by Arash Law - California Injury Attorneys - Page 1

TL;DR: There is no official percentage that tells you the odds of winning a personal injury lawsuit. It depends on proving fault, causation, and documented damages, not on a fixed percentage. Injured drivers, workers, and visitors face lower chances when evidence is missing, or treatment gaps weaken proof, and missing California’s 2-year fil...

TL;DR: Liability for a pedestrian sidewalk slip in California falls on whoever controlled the spot or created the hazard, especially if they knew it was there. If the city may be at fault, a government claim must be filed within 6 months. For liable private parties, you have two years to file an injury lawsuit.

TL;DR: If you’re injured in an accident during a police pursuit, you can sue the fleeing driver, the police department, or both, but the fleeing suspect is usually liable for reckless driving. You generally have 2 years to sue the driver, but only 6 months to file a government claim against the police department. If the suspect has no insura...

TL;DR: An attorney can strengthen a car accident claim by proving fault, preserving evidence, handling insurers, and documenting injuries and financial losses. Injured motorists, passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and families pursuing wrongful death claims may benefit from early legal assistance. An attorney preserves medical evidence, pr...

TL;DR: Postal carriers in California can sue dog owners for bite injuries under strict liability, even if the dog had no prior aggression. They may recover pain, scarring, or wage losses beyond FECA benefits, but missing the 2-year lawsuit deadline can bar compensation for medical bills or scars.