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Serious Injuries

San Luis Obispo Injury Attorney Handles Catastrophic Accidents with Compassion and Dedication

 

Unfortunately, accidents happen and are a part of life. Whether it’s tripping downstairs, slipping and falling on a wet floor or being hit by a truck, we never know what the future has in store for us. Even if an accident is not your fault, you’re left to deal with the aftermath of devastating injuries and lengthy recovery time. Earl E. Conaway, III, A Professional Law Corporation and leading San Luis Obispo injury attorney, works with victims of serious accidents. We review your case, obtaining evidence and working with insurance companies, to help ensure that you receive the necessary compensation to help cover your expenses. 

Unfortunately, recovering compensation for injuries isn’t straightforward. It requires substantially more than just proving negligence. Our legal team will help gather the necessary evidence to put together a solid case for you. Building a successful case requires an advanced understanding of the law and the unique challenges involved in serious accident injury claims, especially if the victim requires short-term, long-term and life-long expenses and needs.

Types of Accidents That Cause Serious Injuries 

Serious accidents typically result in serious injuries. If a bus or semi-truck strikes a car, it can often result in fuel fires, explosions, crushed roofs and even rollovers. You may be on the job and injured by heavy equipment, you could fall somewhere or a vicious dog may severely injure you. The possibilities are limitless and the results of these accidents can cause catastrophic injuries, even resulting in death.

Our experienced San Luis Obispo injury attorney has settled and litigated a wide variety of serious accident claims, including:

Cases that involve catastrophic injuries, or even wrongful death claims, require assertive legal representation, and you deserve a team that stands up for your rights as a victim. Earl E. Conaway, III, A Professional Law Corporation, has more than a decade of experience winning serious accident settlements and litigation for our clients.

Do I Need a  San Luis Obispo Injury Lawyer to Handle My Serious Injury Claim?

Many accident victims think they can resolve their injury claim directly with an insurance company rather than hire a San Luis Obispo injury attorney. Most people who attempt to negotiate with insurance companies end up regretting doing so. The reality is that insurance companies often take advantage of parties without an attorney by offering a settlement that is grossly insufficient -- especially for those with serious or life-threatening injuries. It may help you to hand the matter over to a caring, trustworthy attorney who will zealously protect your interests.

An Experienced San Luis Obispo Injury Attorney Works to Create a Life Care Plan

Serious injuries alter someone’s life, which is why a knowledgeable San Luis Obispo injury lawyer should be prepared to work with victims to create a comprehensive life care plan. This plan serves as a type of road map, detailing current and future needs. It allows our team to present appropriate compensation requests in settlement negotiations or when presenting your case to a jury, explaining future medical expenses, loss of income, etc. 

Earl E. Conaway, III, A Professional Law Corporation, works with victim’s medical professionals, including neurologists, orthopedic doctors, occupational therapists and long-term life care planners to detail your condition and highlight your current and future needs. 

Identifying Liability for Personal Injury Claims in California 

It is essential to work with an attorney who will help you pursue all sources of recovery, as there may be several parties who are legally responsible for your claim. Pursuing only one insurance company could be a substantial mistake, as they may not have the liability insurance to cover all of the victim’s medical treatment, lost wages, pain and suffering. 

In some cases, an experienced personal injury attorney will invest in experts to help inspect machinery and its components, as defective parts could bring about liability claims against manufacturers. 

Severe and catastrophic injury claims require substantial time and money to prosecute. They can require hiring several expensive experts to provide detailed testimony during both litigation and trial. 

For example, brain injury cases are very complex and typically require several different medical experts specializing in neurosurgery, neurology, neuropsychiatry, life-care planning, vocational rehabilitation and biomechanics. These experts can run up a costly bill in excess of $100,000 to bring to trial. 

Having an experienced San Luis Obispo injury attorney who has working relationships and ample funds to ensure that experts are hired for your case is critical to a successful outcome yet you won’t have to worry about the cost. Earl E. Conaway, III, A Professional Law Corporation and our legal team has more than a decade of experience handling serious injury cases. We are well versed in research and exploring all possible defendants in a case, maximizing the potential source of recovery for victims.

How Much Will My Personal Injury Claim Be Worth?

There is no quick answer for how much a personal injury lawsuit is worth -- especially for a person suffering from serious injuries. Nevertheless, it is often possible to set a reasonable settlement range for a claim after the injured party’s medical condition has stabilized. Other factors to consider are:

  • The severity of the injury
  • The amount of medical bills and the cost of future necessary medical treatment
  • The chances the other party will be found liable
  • The availability of assets or insurance from the negligent party
  • Wage or income losses from absences at work

Let a San Luis Obispo Injury Attorney Help You Make Sense of Your Legal Options

Earl E. Conaway, III, A Professional Law Corporation, is dedicated to providing superior service and results for our clients. We focus on treating you as an extended member of our family and will go the extra mile to ensure that your case receives the utmost care and attention. We have offices conveniently located in downtown San Luis Obispo, but we can arrange meetings outside our regular work hours at your home or at the hospital. You need a true compassionate trial attorney who understands the details of our state’s laws, so don’t hesitate to contact us for a free consultation.

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"Earl definitely knows what he is doing. Hopefully I'll never have to use him again but he definitely will be my go to if I am ever in need. Can't recommend him enough as he is easy to talk to, understanding, and very helpful. His partner Dee is awesome too!"
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