Silva Injury Law, Inc. | Modesto Personal Injury Attorneys

If you're involved in a motorcycle accident that was not your fault, but you were not wearing a helmet, you may be found comparatively at fault for any injuries resulting from not wearing the helmet. It is absolutely critical to discuss your case with an attorney to discuss the potential impact on your case given the circumstances.

Any incident reports, police reports, photos, witness statements, etc. are crucial in proving liability in a personal injury case. Medical records and billing, lost wages, etc. is important to prove damages. Contact a lawyer to discuss what your case requires to be fully compensated.

Contact law enforcement and seek medical care if you're injured. Contact an injury attorney as soon as possible since identifying how the cow entered the road is crucial in winning your personal injury case involving hitting a cow or any other livestock on the road.

Usually the livestock owner if the livestock wondered onto a highway. However, these types of cases are very complex and require an injury lawyer with livestock auto accident experience to clearly establish liability in your favor.

Usually two years, but there are exceptions. It is critical to contact an injury lawyer to figure out exactly when the statute of limitations is in your case.

The next of kin for the decedent. If the decedent is married, it's usually the surviving spouse. Call an injury lawyer today to determine whether you're entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim on behalf of a loved one who has passed as a result of negligence of another.

Hello Mr. Wong, We are strictly a personal injury law firm. I would recommend searching for "Lien against Property Attorneys in California" or more specifically, the city you live in instead of California since that will yield closer results. If you continue to struggle to find a lawyer, contact our office and we will see if we can assist in helping you find a lawyer.

Yes you can. The key to being successful for lost wages for a self-employed individual is documentation. Be ready to provide documentation to show lost income. Tax returns can oftentimes be helpful under these circumstances.

There are many causes for auto accidents, but a couple we come across quite frequently involve speeding and distracted driving. Obeying speed limits and not using a cell phone while driving could drastically reduce auto collisions.

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Premise liability cases are extremely complex. There are different elements that must be proven to prevail on a premises case. Having a lawyer by your side will give you a better chance to collect the evidence needed to prevail on your premise liability injury case.

These types of cases can sometimes lead to worker's compensation cases and third party negligence cases. It's important to consult a lawyer to identify all potential at-fault parties to determine which claims you are entitled to pursue.

If the slip and fall occurred at a private establishment or residence, the statute of limitations is usually 2 years. If the incident occurred at a public entity or government location, it can be much shorter. It is imperative a lawyer be consulted early to ensure all times limits are timely met.

Any type of injury may be require a lawsuit. If the injuries are minor, small claims court is the logical step to resolve a disputed claim. If the injuries are more severe, filing a lawsuit in limited or unlimited jurisdiction may be required.

First, personal injury victims oftentimes go through significant medical treatment that can take a long time. Further, if a lawsuit is necessary, the litigation process consists of many steps prior to a settlement or jury trial. If liability and/or damages are being disputed, the case may take a long time to resolve in order to resolve the issues of liability and/or damages.

Homeowners and renters insurance are usually available for dog bite cases. However, make sure that your insurance does not exclude certain dog breeds from coverage. Also, umbrella policies may be an available policy to cover dog bite cases.

Yes they do. They are under the general umbrella of premise liability cases.

A product defect can be anything that makes an item dangerous for its intended use. Product liability law places defects into 3 general categories depending on the issue with the product. A product may be dangerous due to either design, manufacturing or labeling errors, or some combination of the three.

We need evidence to meet our burden of proof against the defendant. Documentation such as a police report, photos of injuries and property damage, medical records and bills, etc. are required to be successful in the prosecution of any personal injury lawsuit.

We must prove liability and damages in a car accident case by "preponderance of the evidence". Under the preponderance standard, the burden of proof is met when the party with the burden convinces the fact finder that there is a greater than 50% chance that the claim is true.

You are limited to your special and general damages. Punitive damages, although rare, may be available depending on the circumstances of the case. Special damages include medical bills, lost wages, etc. General damages include pain and suffering.

Usually any medical practitioner can have potential liability in a medical malpractice case depending on the circumstances. Medical malpractice cases are extremely complex and require a thorough review of the complete medical records to identify who may have been negligent.

Slip and fall cases usually occur when a person or entity responsible for ensuring a clear and defective free floor fails in their duty to monitor and address any issues with the floor. For example, spilled water that remains on a grocery store floor with no warning sign for several hours should have been discovered and remedied within a timely manner. Failure to do so may cause the owner of the store to be liable for any injury that results from slipping on said wet floor.

Usually the owner or the renter of the facility will be liable for injuries caused by a slip and fall. For example, if you are injured in a slip and fall incident at a grocery store due to liquid on the floor, the store may potentially be liable for not ensuring a properly maintained and clean floor.

Absolutely! California law makes a dog bite a strict liability negligence case. If a dog causes you an injury, but did not bite you, regular negligence principles apply.

The settlement amount will depend on various factors in your car accident case, such as severity of injuries, lost wages, and the extent of your pain and suffering. Also, the policy limits available in a case can often times impact what a case will settle for as well.

It depends on the specific facts and circumstances. If a defect on the property that the owner knew or should have known about is the cause of your injuries, you likely have a claim against the property owner.

Both special and general damages are available. Special damages, such as past and future medical bills, lost wages, etc. are available, as well as general damages, such as pain and suffering are also available.

California's statute of limitations for medical malpractice lawsuits can be found at California Code of Civil Procedure section 340.5, which states that this kind of case must be brought “within one year after the plaintiff discovers, or through the use of reasonable diligence should have discovered, the injury,” or within three years of the date of the injury, whichever comes first.

In most cases, you are entitled to special damages (past and future medical bills, lost wages, etc.) and you are entitled to general damages (pain and suffering, etc.) To find out the extent of damages you can expect in your case, contact a personal injury lawyer immediately.

All consultations are free! Further, attorney fees are only paid from the settlement or favorable verdict. We either win or you pay nothing!

Usually no. Personal injury case settlements are, for the most part, private.

No, California is a pure comparative negligence state. State courts allow injured parties to collect damages even if they are 99% at fault for an accident.

There are many types of injuries that result from car accidents. Some of the more common injuries are herniated discs, whiplash, concussions (traumatic brain injury), torn ligaments and tendons, broken bones, contusions, scrapes, and lacerations.