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During a free consultation, our California personal injury attorneys often define technical legal jargon for clients. While you can leave the intricacies of the law to us, it’s helpful to understand some of the most common personal injury words and phrases. The following definitions are brief explanations of commonly used phrases and words in personal…

Are you applying for disability benefits after an accident? This article outlines what the benefits are, who is eligible, and how to apply. Please read on to learn more about applying for disability benefits after an accident. What are California State Disability Benefits? California State Disability Insurance (SDI) is a partial wage replacement program that…

There are certain things you need to know to understand negligence. When someone gets hurt because of another person’s actions or lack of action, the idea of negligence comes into play. Negligence means not taking enough care to prevent harm to someone else. This can happen in many different ways, but the basic idea is…

If you received a call or email from Sedgwick you may be wondering who they are and why they are contacting you. This article aims to answer those questions for you! Sedgwick: Who they are Sedgwick is a company that helps people and businesses manage their insurance claims and risks. They started in 1969 and…

If you have found this article, you may be wondering what it takes to settle your case. A lot of that is dependent on whether you are pre or post litigation. This article will help you know what you need to settle your case. Let’s start by explaining what pre and post litigation mean. Pre-litigation…

Legal disputes can be costly affairs, and many people are hesitant to seek out legal representation because of the perceived costs involved. However, the reality is that in many cases, attorneys are willing to take cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that you don’t have to pay any upfront fees or costs, and…

If you’ve been injured or are dealing with a legal matter, you may be debating and wondering if you should talk to a lawyer. Although talking to a lawyer may feel unnecessary, dramatic, or overwhelming there can also be a number of benefits. In this article, we’ll explore three of the top reasons why you…