How the California Statute of Limitations Affects Personal Injury Cases

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To successfully litigate a personal injury suit in Los Angeles, you need to be aware of the state statute of limitations that governs the deadlines for submitting a claim. If you miss the two-year deadline, this usually results in an automatic dismissal if you try to pursue a claim. The clock starts running on the day you were injured or were made aware of your injury.

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While there are a few exceptions to the statute of limitations cut-off date for filing, they are complex and require a highly-skilled personal injury attorney to assess your case.

Possible Damages for a Los Angeles Personal Injury Claim

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After sustaining severe injuries in an accident, you may be unsure what damages you can expect to recover. You may wonder what happens if you still have health issues later related to the accident. Under California law, there are two primary forms of damages you can seek to recover. Compensatory awards of this nature can cover past, current, and future costs related to being hurt by another’s negligence.

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In Los Angeles, the categories for damages are as follows:

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Economic Damages

Damages of this type are based on your financial losses, including:

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• Current and future medical expenses

• Lost wages

• Loss of income potential

• Property damages

• Funeral expenses

• Other related costs

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Non-Economic Damages

When seeking this form of damages, it is important to understand these do not inherently have an economic value attached.

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Some examples of non-economic damages include:

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• Pain and suffering

• Emotional distress

• Loss of enjoyment of life

• Loss of consortium

• Wrongful death

• Mental anguish

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To justify any claims for non-economic damages, your attorney will gather a significant amount of evidence to demonstrate your loss in this category. This could mean introducing medical records, expert testimony, and other critical examples that make a persuasive claim to award you these damages.

Get Help Today for Your Los Angeles Personal Injury Case

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While the laws governing Los Angeles personal injury claims may be complex, finding the right attorney to represent your best interests can make the process less stressful. Brand Law Group offers a highly qualified litigator and support team to ensure you receive the compensation you are entitled to receive for your catastrophic injuries. Attorney Anton Abramyan and his staff, Rozie Kanimian, have extensive personal injury trial experience and are dedicated to advocating on behalf of their clients.

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Contact our firm today to schedule a free consultation to learn more about how our personal injury team can help you.