San Diego Personal Injury Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident or other type of accident, you deserve competent, compassionate legal representation as you navigate your recovery. The Advocates are experienced California personal injury attorneys who are ready to listen to your story, explain your legal rights, and fight to get you maximum compensation for your damages.

Contact our San Diego law office today for a free consultation. Our Southern California accident attorneys are committed to helping you and your family get your lives back on track.

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The Advocates' San Diego Office

838 25th Street
San Diego, CA, 92102

Whether you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident or are facing the wrongful death of a loved one, our San Diego personal injury attorneys can help. Contact us today to get started on your accident case.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle

Our practice areas include the following types of cases:

If you’ve suffered serious injuries because of another person’s negligence, contact us for a free case evaluation. We will discuss your potential personal injury claim and help you understand your options.

Why Should I Hire a San Diego Personal Injury Lawyer with The Advocates?

When you hire The Advocates, you don’t just get an accident lawyer. You get an entire legal team dedicated to putting your best interests first. We can help you find excellent medical providers in your area, get your property damage repaired, and set up liens to keep your medical bills from going to collections.

We understand that the aftermath of an accident is often a time of uncertainty, frustration, and stress. Our goal is to put you at ease by answering your questions, explaining the next steps in your recovery, and taking on negotiations with insurance companies, so you can focus on feeling better.

Contact The Advocates personal injury law firm today to take the first step toward recovery. Our experienced San Diego attorneys have years of experience assisting injury victims and we are ready to help you too.

How Much Will I Have to Pay for a San Diego Advocate?

Good news—you will pay nothing out-of-pocket for our legal services. We do not require any upfront fees to get started on your case, because we work on what is known as a “contingency fee basis.” We do not get paid unless we win your case.

Once your case is settled, we calculate our attorney fees as a percentage of your settlement amount. This means that our goal is always the same as yours: to get you the case results you deserve.

How Do I Know I Have a Personal Injury Case in San Diego?

The best way to know if you have a valid personal injury lawsuit is to speak with an experienced accident attorney. They will examine the factual details of your case and explain your legal options.

California follows a rule of pure comparative negligence when it comes to collecting damages. This means you may be able to receive compensation for your damages even if you were partially at fault for the accident.

Unlike states that follow a modified comparative negligence law, California allows injured parties to collect damages even if they were 99% at-fault. The settlement amount is reduced according to the amount of fault the injured party is assigned.

In order to receive compensation for your damages, you will need to prove negligence on the part of the at-fault party. This is often easier said than done. An injury attorney can help you gather evidence and build your case in order to obtain a fair settlement.

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Do All Cases Go to Trial?

Most personal injury cases do not go to trial. In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations.

If your attorney feels that the at-fault party’s insurance company is unwilling to make a fair offer, they may advise you that your best option is to go to litigation. If your case does go to trial, it may extend the length of your claim by months or years, depending on the court’s caseload.

While it is often possible for your lawyer to negotiate fair compensation for you without ever going to trial, sometimes court can be the best way to get the settlement you deserve. When you decide to take your case to court, your team of trial lawyers will represent you in front of a judge and/or jury.

With an Advocate on your side, you can be sure that your best interests are always priority number one. Our trial attorneys will prepare you for court, argue on your behalf, and fight to get you a favorable verdict in your case.

What Types of Damages Can I Sue for in a San Diego Claim?

Every personal injury case is different. There is no way to accurately judge the value of your case or the types of compensation you may receive without knowing the factual details of the accident and your injuries.

As a general guideline, some common damages from personal injury cases include:

Medical expenses
Property damage
Lost income and loss of future earning capacity
Non-economic damages, like pain and suffering
Funeral and burial expenses

Contact The California Advocates today to speak with an experienced San Diego personal injury attorney. During your free consultation, your attorney will ask questions about your accident, injuries, and medical care to determine how much your case may be worth.

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How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit?

Every personal injury case is subject to a time limit, known as the statute of limitations. In California, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally two years. There are several factors that can impact this time limit, so it’s important to speak to an attorney as soon as you believe you may have a case.

Once the statute of limitations has expired, you lose your right to a claim. If the end of this time period is approaching, your attorney may advise that you take your case to litigation, extending the life of your claim.

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The Advocates are ready to take your personal injury case. Our competent, compassionate lawyers will offer sound legal advice, negotiate with insurance adjusters, and fight to get you full compensation for your damages. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Locations

838 25th Street San Diego, CA, 92102