Menifee Personal Injury Lawyer

Menifee Personal Injury Attorney

Corrales Law Group provides comprehensive personal injury legal services to the growing community of Menifee. As a city with a blend of residential neighborhoods and bustling commercial sectors, accidents can occur in various areas. Whether you’ve been injured in a traffic accident on Newport Road or suffered harm due to negligence at a local business, an experienced Menifee personal injury lawyer can advocate for your rights.

Corrales Law Group: Protecting Personal Injury Victims in Menifee

At Corrales Law Group, we are committed to providing personalized, effective legal representation. Our firm can ensure that you receive the compensation and justice you deserve.

Corrales Law Group was founded in 2012 by Peter and Janice Corrales to serve the people of Menifee. Our personal injury practice is dedicated to protecting clients against large corporations and helping them receive due compensation. Our Spanish-speaking team offers initial consultations and in-home visits, prioritizing client needs. The experienced personal injury attorneys of our firm can strive to secure favorable outcomes on your behalf.

If you’ve incurred an injury that was caused by another person’s negligence, one of the first things you should do is contact a personal injury attorney. Personal injury law is complex, and it is very difficult to maneuver through the legal system if you’re not a legal professional. Lawyers have legal experience, understand the regulations of personal injury law, and know how to effectively make sure that all aspects of your case are covered.

Our attorneys have enough experience to know what important evidence is needed to strengthen your case. We can locate medical records and gather witness testimonials as needed. Additionally, with years of experience in negotiating with insurance companies, we know what to look for and how to make sure they do not take advantage of you.

Valid Personal Injury Claims

You may have a valid personal injury claim if you’ve suffered damage or loss because of the negligence, intentional act, or strict liability of another. The different kinds of personal injury claims include:

• Car Accidents: Car accidents are some of the most common personal injury claims. When someone is hurt in a car accident that was caused by another driver’s misconduct behind the wheel, the injured party may file a claim.
• Slip and Fall: A claim can be filed by a person who slipped or tripped on another person’s property due to an unsafe condition, such as unattended wet floors.
• Dog Bites: Victims of dog bites and other animal attacks can sue the animal’s owner.
• Medical Malpractice: For patients to file claims, the healthcare entity had to fall short of the standard of care and must, therefore, be liable for any harm caused. Examples include surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and prescribing the incorrect medication.
• Workplace Injuries: Injuries sustained in the workplace can lead to personal injury claims. In these claims, you are generally eligible for workers’ comp, but you can also file a personal injury claim against an at-fault third party in some cases.
• Product Liability: If a harmful or defective product, such as faulty machinery or hazardous pharmaceuticals, injures you, you may seek compensation for damages.

The Importance of Not Accepting Settlements Without an Attorney

Being persuaded to settle by an insurance provider before speaking with a lawyer can prove to be disastrous for many reasons.

• Insufficient Settlement Payments: Settlement offers are always lowballing you. Insurance companies want to pay as little as possible. If you don’t have lawyers to advise you, you will likely end up accepting a payout that will leave you short on your damages.
• Complex Calculations: If you’re seriously injured, you must tally your current and future medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other kinds of damages. A lawyer is far better equipped to perform these calculations. They can make sure that they are done fairly and that you aren’t missing out on potential funds.
• Legal Rights: Once you’ve signed a settlement, you probably won’t have any further rights to litigate. Without an attorney’s guidance, you may never even know that you deserved more than you settled for.
• Pressure Tactics: Insurance companies use pressure tactics to get you to settle while you’re still angry. An attorney can shield you from these tactics and give you objective, logical guidance.

FAQs

Q: Can I Still File a Personal Injury Claim If I Don’t Have Documentation of the Accident?

A: Yes, you can still file a personal injury case, even if you did not retain documentation of the accident. It is better to have lots of notes, police reports, and photos to show the jury what actually happened. Without this documentation, it may be harder to prove your case. However, other evidence, like medical records, witness statements, and your own recollection of what happened, can corroborate your story.

Q: How Do Lawyers Negotiate Settlements?

A: Settlements are negotiated based on hard evidence and facts. To gain this evidence, lawyers can subpoena and acquire medical records, police reports, and witness statements. They can then present this evidence through demand letters that outline the compensation they feel is owed.

During negotiations, both sides discuss their arguments until they come to a mutual agreement. An experienced personal injury lawyer knows how to properly advocate on your behalf during this process.

Q: What Should I Expect During a Personal Injury Claim?

A: In a personal injury case, you can generally expect the following steps:

1. Filing the complaint
2. Pre-trial discovery
3. Negotiating a settlement
4. Potentially going to trial if the opposition will not negotiate in good faith

Initially, you and your attorney can file a complaint to start the claim.

During pre-trial discovery, both sides gather evidence and information, often exchanging numerous discovery requests. The goal is to negotiate a settlement, which resolves most cases. If a settlement isn’t reached, the case proceeds to trial, where a judge/jury determines the outcome.

Q: Can I Handle a Personal Injury Claim Without a Lawyer?

A: Yes, while it is certainly possible for you to pursue a personal injury case, hiring a lawyer is generally recommended. There are several reasons for this. Personal injury cases are not easy to handle, and they usually involve intricate steps and requirements that lawyers can handle much better than someone who is not trained and well-versed in law. Mistakes could cost you a lot of money that you might have otherwise received in compensation.

Contact a Menifee Personal Injury Lawyer

When you’re facing the challenges of a personal injury, having the right legal team on your side can make all the difference. Trust our team at Corrales Law Group to handle your case with the care and dedication it deserves. Contact us for a consultation, and let us help you move forward with confidence and peace.