In the American justice system, you have the right to represent your own legal rights if you so choose. However, the law can be highly complex, and it can be a lot to go up against a property owner, insurance company, and lawyers by yourself. By hiring a Carlsbad slip and fall accident lawyer, you ensure that your rights are protected and that you level the playing field against the party responsible for your injuries. Slip and fall lawyers can help with many aspects of your case, including:
Case Assessment
An experienced and knowledgeable Carlsbad injury lawyer can review the circumstances surrounding your slip and fall to determine if you have a viable legal claim because the property owner or occupier acted negligently. Most accident lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis and offer free consultations, so you can learn about your rights without any cost or obligation to you.
Establishing Negligence
To win a claim, you must be able to show who was responsible for causing the slip and fall. You must show that the property had a dangerous condition that injured you and the property owner knew or should have known about it. An experienced Carlsbad spinal cord injury attorney can gather evidence to prove this information, such as:
- Accident reports
- Previous complaints regarding the same safety issue
- Personnel and maintenance records
- Video surveillance
- Statements from witnesses
- Physical evidence
You may find it challenging to obtain this evidence alone, but experienced attorneys can use subpoenas, discovery, and other methods to identify and preserve this valuable evidence.
Damage Calculation
Many victims drastically underestimate the value of their slip and fall claims. They might consider their current medical expenses but fail to account for future medical expenses. They may not realize how a broken bone, traumatic brain injury, or other injury they suffered in a slip and fall accident might affect their long-term earning capacity.
An experienced attorney can help account for and value the various damages you suffered because of the accident. This can help ensure that you know the true value of your case when you are negotiating a settlement.
Settlement Negotiation
Personal injury lawyers negotiate for a living. Most personal injury cases wind up in a settlement rather than going to court. An experienced attorney can help fight for the compensation that fairly accounts for your damages and present your personal injury claim in a compelling way to maximize your compensation.
Legal Representation in Court
If your case does wind up in court, your lawyer can take care of all the technicalities of filing your complaint in court, conducting discovery, filing proper motions, and representing you in court.
At The Miller & Steele Law Firm, we work on a contingency-fee basis, so you can hire us without having to worry about paying any attorney fees upfront. We only get paid if we secure compensation for your claim, which allows you to access our exceptional legal services without any financial risk. We can protect your rights and advocate for you every step of the way. Call (760) 840-5221 or contact us online to learn more about how we can help.