Orange County Personal Injury Lawyers

We’ve Recovered Millions for Our Clients

When you or a loved one have been injured as a result of another's negligence, you may have grounds for a claim. After your accident, you may have a lot of questions on your mind. Our Orange County personal injury lawyers want you to be able to focus on recovering while we focus on your legal claim.

What Is A Personal Injury Case?

A personal injury case is your right to seek compensation for your injuries caused by a negligent party in order to recover compensation for your medical expenses, pain and suffering and more. It is within your best interest to hire an experienced attorney who can help you maximize your financial compensation.

Learn more about how we can help you. Contact our Orange County personal injury lawyer online or call (949) 751-6371 today!

What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do?

• Determine Value of Your Case- An injury lawyer will help you to navigate your specific situation to determine how much your case is worth and how much you may be able to receive in a settlement.
• Collect Necessary Evidence- There are several types of evidence required for filing a successful injury claim. Personal injury lawyers can help you collect camera footage, statements from witnesses, run asset checks, and much more.
• Uncover Compensation Opportunities- There may be aspects to your injury claim that will assist in maximizing your payout amount. An injury lawyer can help you find these opportunities.
• Use Experience for Your Benefit- Personal injury attorneys have a wide range of experience in dealing with insurance companies. Insurance adjusters can be aggressive and ruthless. Our experience will help you get the compensation you deserve for your case.

Should I Hire an Attorney for My Personal Injury Case?

Chances are you would greatly benefit from hiring a qualified attorney from our firm. Not only can we walk you through the entire personal injury claim process, but unlike insurance companies, we are true advocates on your side. Insurance companies more often than not are looking out for their own company’s best interest first and foremost, not yours.

Additionally, many people find that their injuries turn out to be more severe days or weeks after they sustained them. If you accept an insurance settlement before you know how serious your injuries actually are, you may find your settlement no longer covers all your medical expenses. An attorney from our firm will fight to protect your rights and help you recover the maximum amount of compensation you deserve.

Personal Injury Statute Of Limitations California

According to the California Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1 statutes, the statute of limitations on personal injury cases is two years. This means that unless you file your personal injury claim within two years from the date of your injury you will lose your right to recover compensation.

While California does recognize some exceptions to the statute of limitations in some cases, it’s best to file your personal injury claim as soon as possible. Some of these exceptions that can extent or shorten your time period to file a claim include:

• If your claim is against a city, county or government agency, you have only six months to file a claim
• If a minor is injured, they have two years from their eighteenth birthday to file before the statute of limitations ends

Have questions about the statute of limitations? Call our firm today to speak to an attorney.

Damages You Can Recover in a Personal Injury Case

Generally speaking, there are three types of damage available for injury victims to pursue in a personal injury claim. These damages are:

• Economic, also called general damages
• Non-economic, also called special damages
• Punitive damages

Economic and non-economic damages are responsible for compensating the injured party for losses they suffer. Compensating for both tangible and intangible losses these damages cover:

• Loss of income
• Medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish

Unlike economic and non-economic damages, punitive damages have only one purpose: to punish the party responsible for causing the injury. Because of this, punitive damages are not often awarded and usually are reserved for cases where the at-fault party knew they were behaving negligently.

In all cases, how many damages you will be able to recover compensation for and how much depends on your specific case, as every personal injury case is different

How to Win a Personal Injury Case

Injuries that are caused by someone else's negligence deserve justice and financial compensation. No matter the seriousness of the injury, the process of filing a claim can be an overwhelming and complicated experience. There are many factors that contribute to a successful injury claim, but there are a few elements that are necessary in order to receive any compensation for your pain and suffering.

• Prove that you were hurt due to negligence
• Prove fault for injuries by providing evidence of negligence
• Put together a settlement demand packet to send to the insurance company

If you are unsure about how to move forward with your personal injury claim, contact our Newport Beach personal injury attorneys for more information on how to receive maximum compensation. Our attorneys understand the nuances involved in negotiating with insurance companies and can assist you in receiving maximum financial compensation.

Types of Personal Injury Cases

There are many types of personal injury cases that our accident lawyer in Orange County handles. We have helped numerous clients through these difficult times. You do not have to face this alone!

We represent clients in a wide range of cases, including those involving:

• Wrongful death
  Losing a loved one is never easy, losing a loved one at the hands of someone’s negligence can be devastating. If you have lost a loved one in a preventable accident, our firm can inform you of your options to file a wrongful death claim. Contact us today to learn more.
• Toxic exposure
  If you have been a victim of toxic exposure, you have options! Learn more about your rights and options by reading our toxic exposure page. Our attorneys are ready to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
• Product liability
  There is never an excuse to distribute a dangerous product, however, all too often companies are caught doing so, either out of negligence or an attempt to help their bottom line. If you or a loved one has been injured by a dangerous product, don’t hesitate to get help today.
• Medical malpractice
  When we put our trust in medical professionals, we expect to be in good hands. Sustaining an injury through medical malpractice is a terrible, overwhelming experience. Our firm is ready to inform you of your rights and options to file a claim. Read our medical malpractice page to get started.
• Birth injuries
  Discovering that your baby was injured in a preventable way can turn a beautiful experience into a nightmare. If you child was injured by a negligent medical professional, our team is standing by to help you.
• Elder abuse
  When we entrust our loved ones to the care of a nursing home we expect them to be well cared for. If you have discovered your loved has been neglected our attorneys are standing by to fight for the justice, you and your family deserve.
• Insurance bad faith
  Insurance companies are expected to act in “good faith” to their claimants, that is they are expected to treat their clients fairly and examine each claim carefully. When this does not happen, it is called a “bad faith” insurance claim. If you believe you have been a victim of a bad faith insurance claim, learn how our team can help you today.
• Brain injuries
  A brain injury is one of the worst types of injuries a person can sustain. Brain injuries often take a substantial time to heal completely and are capable of completely turning your life upside down. If you have suffered a head injury, our team is ready to help you!
• Motor vehicle accidents
  While car accidents are common in our fast-paced world they are no less serious because of it. A single car accident is enough to change someone’s life forever. If you or a loved one has sustained injuries in an accident learn more about car accident law and how our attorneys can help you on our car accidents page today.

Regardless of the severity of your injuries or the complexity of your case, we firmly believe that you deserve justice for your suffering. Our OC injury lawyer is prepared to handle virtually any type of personal injury case. When you need a strong legal advocate on your side, you can count on us to work toward a favorable outcome and help you fight for the compensation you deserve.

A Review of our Successful Orange County Injury Attorneys

"Court is a fantastic attorney. He is highly respected and very well known in Orange County's legal arena. Court treated us like family. He was available to us anytime we needed throughout the entire process. It didn't matter if it was 11 am or 3 am court answered his cell phone. The court even responded on holidays. Court was always patient, always kind, always professional, always loyal, respectful, hardworking, and extremely detail oriented. Courts communication exceeded my expectations, as did his professionalism. Court cared. He cared far beyond the paycheck. He cared about our well being, he cared about what was happening to us. He believed in us. His passion and dedication are outstanding. Let's not forget his knowledge, it's superior. I trust Court with my life. It was an honor to work with Court Purdy. Should you ever need an attorney, and are lucky enough to be accepted by Paoli & Purdy rest assured you're in the best hands possible."

-Satisfied Client

Work with a Trusted OC Injury Lawyer

When you choose Paoli & Purdy, our Newport Beach personal injury lawyers will begin investigating the circumstances of your accident right away. We do everything in our power to collect evidence, medical records, and witness statements that can strengthen your case. Our firm truly cares about our clients' rights and needs, and we work hard to recover compensation and hold the responsible party accountable. We are here to answer your questions, provide honest and straightforward counsel, and give you the support you need during this time.