BL Personal Injury Attorneys Santa Monica, CA

Maximizing Your Recovery in Santa Monica, CA

Our Santa Monica, CA attorneys leave no stone unturned. We work with medical experts and financial planners to accurately calculate the full extent of your damages, from current medical bills to future lost income, ensuring you receive a fair and comprehensive settlement.

Expertise in All Accident Types

Whether you need a car accident injury lawyer after a crash or representation for a catastrophic injury, our Santa Monica, CA team has the experience to build a powerful case and prove the full value of your claim to insurance companies and juries.

A Guide to Calculating Personal Injury Compensation in Santa Monica, CA

In a Santa Monica, CA personal injury claim, "compensation" (also known as "damages") is meant to make the injured party "whole" again, at least financially. At BL Personal Injury Attorneys, we pursue compensation for all categories of damages you are entitled to. These are typically divided into two main types.

Economic Damages (Special Damages)

These are the tangible, verifiable financial losses you have incurred due to the accident. They have a clear dollar value. Examples Include:

• Current and Future Medical Bills: This includes everything from the initial ambulance ride and emergency room visit to surgeries, hospital stays, physical therapy, medications, and any anticipated future medical care.
• Lost Wages: Compensation for the time you were unable to work while recovering from your injuries.
• Loss of Future Earning Capacity: If your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job or limit your ability to earn an income in the future, we seek compensation for this long-term loss.
• Property Damage: In a car accident, this would be the cost to repair or replace your vehicle.
• Out-of-Pocket Expenses: This includes costs like transportation to medical appointments, home modifications, and other expenses directly related to your injury.

The Role of an Attorney

Insurance companies will always try to downplay the value of non-economic damages. The experienced attorneys at BL Personal Injury Attorneys in Santa Monica, CA know how to build a powerful case to demonstrate the full impact the injury has had on your life, using medical records, expert testimony, and your personal story to fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.

About Our Santa Monica, CA Law Firm

At BL Personal Injury Attorneys, we are committed to achieving financial justice for the injured in our Santa Monica, CA community. Our local team understands that a fair settlement can be crucial for a family's future after a serious accident. We leverage our extensive experience and resources to meticulously value every claim and fight for the full amount our clients are owed under Santa Monica, CA law.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How is "pain and suffering" calculated?There is no exact formula. It's often calculated using a "multiplier" of the economic damages, based on the severity and permanence of the injury.
• Will I be taxed on my settlement money?Generally, compensation for physical injuries is not considered taxable income, but there can be exceptions. We can advise on your specific situation.
• Is there a minimum amount of damage to have a case?There is no set minimum, but to have a viable claim, you must have suffered some form of damages (physical, emotional, or financial).
• Can I still get compensation if I was partially at fault?Santa Monica, CA law on "comparative negligence" will apply. In many states, you can still recover damages as long as your fault is not over a certain percentage.