Disclaimer: *Steve and Rich Barnes have obtained millions in recoveries for their clients and have supervised over $2.5 Billion Dollars in settlements.
Our team of experienced Oakland personal injury lawyers at The Barnes Firm are ready to help you recover the compensation you deserve for any injuries after an accident. As one of America’s largest personal injury law firms, our attorneys have been helping Oakland residents overcome the stressful and challenging situations that accidents cause for decades and are ready to help you get the best result possible for your car accident claim. If you or a loved one have been injured due to the negligence of another party, call our team of Oakland personal injury lawyers at The Barnes Firm today at (800) 800-0000. Our attorneys are available 24/7 to answer any questions you have, offer sound legal advice, and assist you in starting your accident claim.
Being injured by someone else’s negligence can leave you facing mounting expenses along with a decrease in income and emotional consequences that make the path forward exceptionally challenging. Bringing a successful personal injury claim without professional legal counsel on your side is that much more difficult. If this is the kind of situation you find yourself in, it’s time to consult with an experienced Oakland personal injury lawyer.
At Barnes Law Firm, our attorneys are ready to help after an unexpected and preventable injury. Consultations are always free, so never hesitate to learn more about your legal options and how our team can help you. Contact us today for more information.
At the Barnes Law Firm in Oakland, we recognize your need for focused legal guidance, and we have a long, impressive history of successfully guiding claims like yours toward advantageous outcomes that support our clients’ rights and best interests. We have decades of imposing experience, record-breaking verdicts, and the kind of nuanced legal insight that you’re looking for, and we welcome your inquiries.
We’re proud to share the accolades we’ve earned throughout our many years of service, including all the following:
Our clients appreciate our commitment to leaving no stone unturned in our quest to resolve their claims as favorably as possible, and our peers recognize our professional integrity and dedication to legal excellence.
Without a dedicated Oakland personal injury attorney on your side, obtaining the compensation you need to recover as fully as possible can be out of reach. Proceeding without skilled legal counsel in your corner significantly decreases your chances of receiving a verdict or settlement that covers your complete losses. Working closely with a trusted personal injury attorney can afford you the peace of mind you’re looking for in the aftermath of a dangerous accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence.
Personal injury laws in California are based on negligence, and in order to recover on your losses in a personal injury claim, each of the following elements must be present:
One of the easiest ways to recognize the necessary elements of a personal injury claim in California is by considering the primary parts of a car accident claim, including:
Every state employs a time limit for filing personal injury lawsuits, and in California, you only have two years to do so. The clock starts ticking at the time of the injury-causing accident, and by the time the two years elapse, so too will your legal options. Filing a personal injury claim and attempting to negotiate a settlement can take a significant amount of time, and failing to file a lawsuit within the allotted window can leave you with no legal recourse.
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Proving your personal injury case comes down to proving the four necessary elements addressed above, which is best left in the capable hands of your savvy personal injury lawyer. Proving that the other party’s negligence was the direct cause of the accident that caused you to be injured generally relies on forms of evidence like the following:
Proving the extent of your injuries, on the other hand, will be established by evidence such as the following:
Ultimately, your personal injury lawyer will skillfully weave the related facts into a comprehensive claim that outlines the necessary elements and the full extent of your losses.
The formidable Oakland personal injury lawyers at Barnes Law Firm are well prepared to harness the full scope of their experience and legal prowess in focused pursuit of your claim’s best possible resolution. To learn more, please don’t wait to contact us online or call us at (800) 800-0000 today.
You’ve been injured by someone else’s negligence, and while the insurance company is on the hook for covering your losses, they’re not necessarily going to make it easy for you – and they’re going to do what they can to keep your settlement as low as possible.
As your case proceeds, there are some dos and don’ts to keep in mind to help protect the outcome, including:
The Barnes Firm is here to help you. Our personal injury firm helps individuals and their families who
have suffered an injury in an accident.
Whether your car crash was minor or serious, any injuries sustained in an accident can be painful and costly.
All motorcycle accidents are different, the compensation you receive will depend on the circumstances surrounding your accident.
A truck accident can be catastrophic, even in low-impact crashes, if you or your family are involved, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation.
Whether the accident happened from a height, or at ground level, slip and fall injuries can be serious and sometimes, fatal.
Helping thousands of construction workers injured at construction sites, getting the best result possible for their cases.
There are dozens of accidents involving school buses each year, most commonly, involving children outside a school bus.
Drivers must respect a cyclist’s right to share the road bicyclists need to realize they have to obey traffic laws. Know your rights if you are involved in a Bicycle accidents.
Car and truck have the responsibility to drive in a safe, and be aware of any pedestrians that may be near or on the street.
We have many multi-million dollar and million-dollar verdicts and settlements under our belts, and some of the highlights include the following:
In addition to five-figure verdicts and settlements, we’ve successfully represented clients in smaller but important claims that range from $900,000 truck accident claims to an $800,000 rideshare claim, a $645,000 bus accident claim, a $600,000 asbestos claim, a $440,000 ceiling collapse claim, and beyond.
The kind of injuries you suffer in relation to a personal injury claim can vary considerably, but some of the most common include the following:
Such injuries can lead to overwhelming medical bills that may show no sign of letting up, and serious injuries of this nature can also keep you off the job for a significant amount of time, which translates to lost earnings and can mean lost earning potential. Finally, the emotional cost of suffering a serious injury as a result of someone else’s negligence can be difficult to overstate.
While no two personal injury claims are ever identical to one another, most fall into basic categories like the following:
While claims in the following categories are distinct from personal injuries, the legal basics are very similar:
When you work with our Oakland personal injury lawyers, you can count on us to skillfully guide you through the legal process toward a beneficial resolution that upholds your rights.
This includes taking on all the following important tasks:
The insurance company handling your claim is paid to cover your losses, but they’re more invested in turning an immense profit. And toward this end, they may employ tactics like the following:
The insurance company may even deny your claim outright – hoping that you’ll simply give up. The most important point to keep in mind regarding the outcome of your claim, however, is that the law has the final say on the matter – not the insurance company.
With over 100 years of combined experience, our personal injury attorneys are here to help you get the best result possible.
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Personal service is a key element to our legal service. We keep our clients informed of the progress of their case along the entire way.
Our team is experienced and dedicated to bring our clients results. We lead your case to a successful resolution for you and your loved ones.
Our law firm has the resources we need to find and hire the best experts in the nation. These experts are here to help you with legal counsel.
Our priority is to lead your case to a successful resolution. That is our focus. You won’t pay any fees until we win your case. Results over fees.
Most people have never needed a lawyer when they find themselves injured and in need of legal advice. We hear the following questions from many of our clients. We hope the answers help clarify your options and considerations.
Personal injury lawyers in California charge on a contingency fee basis, which means that they only get paid if you do. Typically, they take a pre-arranged percentage of any settlement or award you receive.
In order to file a personal injury lawsuit in California, you file a complaint against the at-fault party in the appropriate court. Importantly, however, most personal injury claims are resolved by reaching a settlement with the at-fault party’s insurance company.
In California, a personal injury is any injury caused by the negligence of another person. Common examples of personal injury cases include motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, pedestrian accidents, and bicycle accidents.
Typically, personal injury settlements that compensate you for losses like medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering are not taxable. That said, if a court awards you punitive damages, those will be taxable.
Personal injury lawsuits can take anywhere from a few months to several years to conclude. Some of the factors that can have an impact on how long your case will take include the strength of the evidence in your favor, the complexity of your case, and the damages you are seeking.
Under California law, if you have been hurt in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you can typically recover compensation for your physical and emotional pain and suffering.
California’s Civil Code 3040 places a limit on the monetary restitution that health insurance companies can reclaim from your settlement. The sum they’re entitled to recoup is determined either by the actual expenses of the medical services they covered or a specific proportion of the settlement sum, depending on a range of factors. The lesser of the two is the amount they can recover.
You should bring as much documentation as you can to your initial compensation. Some examples of documentation you should bring to your consultation include your medical expenses, the police report about your accident, any incident reports that might exist, and pictures of your injuries or damage to your property.
If you have suffered injuries in an accident, there are certain steps you should take to protect your rights. Some of the most important of these steps include the following:
Under California law, if someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, they are likely liable for your injuries. In addition, if an employee caused your injuries within the scope of their duties, their employer is likely liable for your injuries.
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