Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I make a claim for personal injury even if I am partly at fault?
  

  Yes, in the State of California (including Los Angeles County) you can. Your Los Angeles accident lawyer can explain how to go about doing this.

• Do I have a negligence case?
  

  Negligence is "the failure to exercise the care that a reasonably prudent person would exercise in like circumstances." In order to determine if you have a negligence case, as your Los Angeles accident attorney, we will need to examine all of the facts surrounding your case, including reviewing medical records. Upon doing so, we will be able to advise you appropriately.

• How long does a personal injury case take in Los Angeles County?
  

  Generally, the more serious the injury, the more individuals involved, and the more complicated the facts, the longer it will take in Los Angeles County. Clear-cut traffic accidents with minimal injuries usually take just a matter of months to resolve, while cases involving more than one injured party and an array of serious injuries can take a year or two. An expert Los Angeles personal injury attorney can provide you with a rough estimate as to how long you can expect your case to take.

• How much time do I have to file a personal injury claim in Los Angeles?
  

  When it comes to personal injury cases in Los Angeles, time is of the essence. There are strict deadlines that need to be met for filing personal injury claims in LA courts. The more time that passes, the more chances there are that vital evidence will be lost. It is extremely important that you consult with an expert LA personal injury attorney as soon as possible to insure that you do not miss certain time lines. At the Law Firm of Young and Wallin, we can review with you the complexities involved and help you determine when and if you should file a claim in LA County.

• If I lose time from work, will I be reimbursed for lost earnings, even if I am collecting disability from my employer?
  

  Yes. Even if you are collecting disability or are out on sick leave, the party at fault will still have to reimburse you for your lost wages.

• If I lose my case, will I still have to pay attorney's fees?
  

  No. We, at the Law Firm of Young and Wallin take on personal injury cases in The Los Angeles area on a contingency-fee-basis, meaning that our fees are paid only if you are compensated. If we are unable to recover anything for you, you owe us nothing.

• What determines how much my case is worth?
  
  While there is no single way to determine how much a case is worth, generally, the more serious the injury, the more the monetary award will be. Additionally, the individual or company that is at fault needs to have enough assets or insurance to pay the value of the claim. The value of any one case is based on a combination of factors and it is best to sit down with a qualified Los Angeles personal injury lawyer to discuss what you can expect.

Should you have any other questions that are not answered here, please feel free to contact the Personal Injury Law Firm of Young and Wallin for a free initial consultation.