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Posted By DAM Firm | September 15 2020 | Personal Injury

What Are Punitive Damages?

If someone’s negligence injures you in California, you have the right to request financial compensation from that person’s insurance company. The most common type of award for a personal injury is compensatory damages. Compensatory damages make a victim whole again by reimbursing him or her for economic and non-economic losses connected to the accident. The…

Posted By DAM Firm | September 15 2020 | Personal Injury

Questions to Ask Your Doctor After a Personal Injury

A personal injury can be painful, confusing and debilitating. You deserve answers about your diagnosis, prognosis and right to recover through the civil justice system. A major part of recovery – physical, emotional and financial – is working with your doctor. Asking your physician the right questions can illuminate your rights and legal options after…

Posted By DAM Firm | August 20 2020 | Personal Injury, Workers' Comp

How Does Severance Pay Work in California?

Severance pay is compensation that employers provide to employee upon termination of their employment. Under California law, businesses are generally not required to offer severance pay to a terminated employee. Similarly, the U.S. Department of Labor does not generally require that employers offer severance pay to employees. However, that does not mean there are no…

Posted By DAM Firm | August 19 2020 | Personal Injury

What Types of Damages Can You Recover in an Injury Case?

Sustaining an injury can be a major setback for a victim. Injuries are more than just a simple inconvenience. Anybody who has been injured in an accident caused by the careless or negligent actions of another person should be able to recover compensation for their losses. While many injuries caused by other parties are relatively…

Posted By DAM Firm | August 18 2020 | Personal Injury

When Can I Expect a Settlement Check?

If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another party, it may be necessary to seek compensation through an insurance settlement or a personal injury lawsuit. The vast majority of personal injury cases are resolved through settlements with insurance carriers. While these cases are not…

Posted By DAM Firm | August 18 2020 | Personal Injury

The Timeline of a Typical Personal Injury Case

If you or somebody you care about is injured by the careless or negligent actions of another person, business, or entity, you may wonder how long it will take for you to secure the compensation you need. The timeline of a personal injury case will vary depending on the circumstances related to each particular situation….

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