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FAQs
Tofer & Associates, your dedicated and experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorneys are committed to helping our clients receive the best possible outcome from the litigation process. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about personal injury rules, regulations and issues concerning an accident:
What is personal injury law?
Personal injury law is also known as tort law, and applies to a situation where injuries are sustained by a victim who makes a claim for damages. These are recognized as a legal cause for a lawsuit, and there are several different categories of personal injury law that each type of accident or situation falls under.
What is tort law?
Tort law consists of either intentional tort, negligent tort or strict liability tort. These three categories are used to define the personal injury case when legal action is taken. Intentional Tort is a situation where the Defendant knew, or should have known, that an injury could occur as a result of his or her actions or inactions. Negligent Tort is a situation where the Defendant was unaware that an injury could occur because of his or her actions, and was not acting in a safe manner at the time of the accident. Strict Liability Tort is a situation where a specific action caused an accident, and not because of negligence by the Defendant.
What are the most common types of personal injury lawsuits?
The most common personal injury lawsuits and cases consist of: automobile or truck accidents; motorcycle accidents; slip and fall accidents; dog bites or attacks; wrongful death; medical malpractice; slander; product liability; unfair employment practices; sexual abuse; damage to property; and elder abuse. Please see the categories in the left column to review all types of personal injury lawsuits in greater detail.
How will I be able to afford all of my medical bills after an accident?
All accidents that result in injuries require immediate and ongoing medical care from a physician, hospital, physical therapist or rehabilitation center. The expenses incurred from these visits are your responsibility even when another person was at fault. The person who caused the accident may be required to compensate you for damages incurred if you work with a personal injury attorney and pursue legal action. In some cases, a physician or medical center will be willing to work with you if a case is underway, and will agree to be paid once the case is finalized and/or resolved.
What does a deposition involve?
A deposition is the statement given by the Court Reporter under oath in the lawyer's office, and typically involves witnesses representing each party in the case. The Court Reporter is responsible for making a written transcript of the deposition, and the witnesses must sign the transcripts to prove that this part of the litigation process has taken place.
How do I make a claim for injuries after an auto accident?
Auto accidents can occur from negligence or carelessness, and do fall under the personal injury categories either as a liability or as damages. In a case of a liability, we must determine who was at fault and to what degree. In a case of damages, we must determine the amount of injuries or losses incurred by the accident.
A claim for injuries from an automobile accident can be a complicated process, which is why you must work with a personal injury attorney who can fight aggressively for your rights and ensure that you are adequately compensated for all injuries sustained. Please see the Auto Accident category on the left side bar of our services for more information.
If I slip and fall at a business, who is responsible for the injuries?
Slip and fall incidents can be complicated, and in some cases, it is very difficult to determine who is at fault. If you have a slip and fall accident on somebody else's property and the dangerous conditions were not made clear, the owner or his employees are at fault.
Only a professional and experienced personal injury attorney can determine whether reasonable care was taken on the premises, and who is at fault for the injuries. If the owner is at fault, the personal injury attorney can pursue legal action on your behalf and work with insurance companies to ensure that you are fully compensated for injuries sustained. Please see the Slip and Fall Injuries category on the left side bar of our services for more information.
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