If another person’s negligence caused you to suffer an injury, you may have the right to pursue compensation for your lost income, medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages. An experienced Chula Vista personal injury lawyer from the Miller & Steele Law Firm can help you fight for the justice and financial accountability that you deserve.
Whether your case is ultimately resolved through an insurance claim or requires being taken to trial, you can trust that we can capably handle your case from start to finish. We can discuss your legal rights and options during a free consultation.
Why Choose Our Chula Vista Personal Injury Lawyers?
After an accident, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure where to turn for help. The personal injury lawyers from the Miller & Steele Law Firm have provided dedicated legal representation to victims since 1978. We have recovered over $300 million for our clients and are ready to put our considerable resources and expertise to work for you. Contact us today for a free consultation.
What Is a Personal Injury Case?
Personal injury or tort law focuses on making a person whole after they are injured due to another person’s actions. Most personal injury cases are based on the legal theory of negligence, which means:
- The defendant owed the plaintiff a duty of care.
- The defendant breached the duty of care.
- The breach caused the plaintiff’s injuries.
- The plaintiff suffered harm as a result of the defendant’s breach.
Types of Accidents Our Chula Vista Personal Injury Lawyers Handle
At the Miller & Steele Law Firm, we represent clients in various types of personal injury cases, including the following:
Car Accidents
One of the most common types of cases that we handle is motor vehicle accidents. Many of these accidents are due to negligent actions, such as:
- Speeding
- Running red lights or stop signs or otherwise disobeying traffic signals
- Impaired driving
- Distracted driving
- Unsafe merging or passing
We can investigate your case and gather the evidence necessary to prove the other driver was at fault.
Bicycle Accidents
Bicyclists lack protection against the weight and strength of a motor vehicle. Bicycle accidents tend to cause catastrophic injuries, such as:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Severe burns
- Road rash
- Broken bones
Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are sometimes injured in traffic accidents when drivers fail to keep a proper lookout for them, drive drunk, or don’t yield the right of way. We can pursue compensation to help cover your medical care and compensate for the physical and emotional pain and suffering you have endured due to someone else’s negligence.
Truck Accidents
Due to the significant difference in the size and weight of commercial trucks and passenger vehicles, the occupants in the smaller vehicles tend to suffer more serious injuries in the event of an accident. When a truck driver is negligent, the trucking company may be responsible, which can open up the possibility of a larger payout since commercial trucking companies have much larger insurance policies than regular car drivers. However, trucking companies are well-protected by aggressive insurance companies and defense attorneys, so you will likely need an experienced attorney who can help level the playing field.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents can cause life-threatening injuries and fatalities. Our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers help victims and families pursue claims for full compensation against those responsible for their injuries or those of their loved ones.
Slips and Falls
Property owners have a legal duty to maintain their properties to protect visitors from injury. If a property owner fails to put up warning signs or repair hazards on the property, they could be responsible for a visitor’s injuries.
Premises Liability Accidents
Premises liability deals with the responsibility of property owners to maintain their property. Premises liability accidents can include:
- Swimming pool accidents
- Elevator and escalator accidents
- Accidents caused by construction defects or building code violations
- Amusement park accidents
- Parking lot accidents
Dog Bites
California uses a strict liability system of handling dog bites in which the person responsible for the dog is strictly liable for the damages caused by the dog bite if the victim was lawfully on the property at the time of the attack. This means that the victim does not have to show that the dog owner was negligent or knew that the dog had a propensity for violence.
Wrongful Death
In the most tragic cases, a person’s negligence can lead to the death of someone else’s loved one. Our compassionate legal team can guide you through the process of filing a legal claim to hold the negligent party responsible for their careless actions.
What Financial Compensation Can I Recover for a Chula Vista Personal Injury Case?
Our Chula Vista slip and fall lawyers focus on securing life-changing settlements and verdicts for the injured. We can carefully review your claim to identify all recoverable damages, which may include compensation for the following:
- Medical bills, ongoing medical costs, and future medical expenses
- Lost wages, lost benefits, other forms of lost income
- Reduced earning capacity and disability compensation
- Property damage to repair or replace your damaged personal property
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Reduced quality of life
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in California?
California’s personal injury statute of limitations generally gives accident victims two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit for compensation. Some exceptions may provide additional time to file, so it’s important to consult with a personal injury lawyer to learn the applicable deadline in your case and so they can begin working on your case.
Contact Our Chula Vista Personal Injury Attorneys for a Free Consultation
If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct, an experienced lawyer from the Miller & Steele Law Firm can help. We can discuss your legal rights and options, investigate your case, gather evidence to prove liability, and fight for the compensation you deserve. Call our dedicated personal injury law firm today to arrange a free case review.