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Seek the Relief You Deserve with the Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian

Serious accidents—whether they occur on the road, on someone’s property, in a medical facility, or even in our own homes—can turn victims’ lives upside down. The symptoms that result from your accident can be long-term and life-altering, resulting in significant medical costs in the short- and long-term. These injuries may also impact your ability to work and earn income to support yourself and your family, and complete damages for your accident are meant to cover all these associated costs. 

In the wake of an injury, victims are often faced with logistical and financial challenges, many of which can cast doubt on their long-term well-being. You might wonder how your family is going to be able to afford extensive medical treatment after the accident, in addition to ongoing rehabilitation, medications, or even additional surgeries. Wages are lost in the period following the accident, and your ability to generate income can be substantially reduced as a result of disabilities that result from your injuries. 

Gathering evidence to incorporate into the drafting and filing of a claim when you are trying to recover from your injuries can be difficult, if not impossible. When your injuries complicate your ability to pursue the damages you and your family may be entitled to, the Santa Ana personal injury attorneys from the Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian can be especially helpful and supportive. 

In cases where the accident or incident that led to your injuries was caused by someone or something else, victims have the grounds to seek relief from those responsible. If you or a loved one have been hurt due to the actions of someone else, the Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian is ready to hear your story. Your initial case review is risk-free and cost-free, and you never pay anything out of pocket if we take your case, as we only get paid if we win. 

Don’t wait to start the claims process. Contact our office in Orange County today to request a free consultation with our Santa Ana personal injury lawyer.

Types of Personal Injury Claims We Handle

At our firm, attorney Benjamin Arsenian has a proven track record of obtaining results for his clients in various types of personal injury lawsuits. No matter what the circumstances are surrounding your case, we invite you to call our offices today to explore your injury suit options. Our experienced Santa Ana injury attorneys are available to review your case and determine whether it fits with our firm, and if so, we’ll answer any questions you might have about how we help before we get started. 

Our firm is ready to handle claims involving:

Traffic Accidents

Our Santa Ana accident lawyers represent individuals and families after all types of traffic accidents in Southern California. No matter what happened, if you or a loved one was seriously injured in a traffic accident and you have any reason to suspect that someone else may be to blame, you should talk to a personal injury lawyer about your legal rights promptly. Accident victims have clear legal rights under California law, and an experienced lawyer will be able to help you seek just compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses.

We have experience helping accident victims and their families recover just compensation in cases involving:

Car Accidents

One of the most common causes of personal injuries is car accidents, and if you have been injured in one caused by someone or something else, you could be entitled to damages. While not all car accidents are reported to the police and recorded in official statistics, it is helpful to call the police to create a report as it can be helpful as evidence later in your claim for damages. 

According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, in 2022 alone, there were 1,679 accidents in that led to injuries or fatalities, of which 126 were alcohol related. If you or a loved one has been injured or worse in a car accident that was caused by someone or something else, such as a vehicle malfunction, you could be entitled to compensation for the medical costs, lost earnings, and pain and suffering associated with the accident. 

Some of the most common causes of car accidents include: 

  • Distracted driving – when a driver engages in any activity that visually, mentally, or manually impairs them from driving, they are engaging in distracted driving. One of the most common forms of distracted driving is using a hand-held cell phone driving, which is illegal according to the CA OTS. When a driver is engaging in distracted driving they are incapable of responding to conditions on the road and can engage in hazardous driving that directly or indirectly results in accidents. 
  • Drunk driving – all drunk driving is illegal, and if you were hit by a drunk driver in California, they will be liable for the damages that you have experienced. 
  • Aggressive driving and speeding – When drivers are engaging in activities on the road that violate the law, they are being what is known as “negligent per se”, which means that because they are breaking the law, they are by default negligent in their behavior. If a driver was speeding, ran a stop sign or red light, or engaged in other illegal aggressive driving behaviors, they will be responsible for your injuries. 
  • Tailgating – Drivers who are tailgating are far more likely to cause a rear-end collision in heavy traffic or in the event of a sudden stop. Tailgating is dangerous for two reasons: First, it limits the driver’s ability to see the road ahead, meaning that he or she is less able to identify potential emergency scenarios. Second, it reduces the driver’s braking distance, meaning that he or she may not be able to stop in time to avoid a collision.
  • Unsafe lane changes – When changing lanes, drivers need to be absolutely certain that they are not putting others in harm’s way. This means not only checking their mirrors (or cameras), but also checking their blind spots. Blind spot monitors don’t always work, and relying on mirrors, cameras, monitors, or self-driving technology is not an excuse for causing a collision.
  • Merging or turning dangerously – The same is true when it comes to merging and turning. All drivers in California have a legal duty to ensure that they are being safe and following the rules of the road. If a driver merges without looking or turns dangerously in front of oncoming traffic, this will provide accident victims with clear grounds to seek just compensation.
  • Falling asleep behind the wheel – Drowsy driving can be just as dangerous as drunk driving, but it becomes even more dangerous when drivers fall asleep behind the wheel. If you or a loved one got hit by a driver who was asleep at the wheel, our Santa Ana accident lawyers can do what it takes to seek the full financial compensation you and your family deserve. California law does not allow drivers to sleep at the wheel of self-driving vehicles—and, here too, relying on a vehicle’s technological capabilities is not an excuse for harming others.
  • Vehicle defects and failures – Along with driving errors, vehicle defects and failures can also entitle accident victims and their families to just compensation for their medical expenses and other losses. This includes both defects and failures that cause accidents (i.e., brake and tire failures) and those that cause accident-related injuries (i.e., defective airbags). When our Santa Ana accident lawyers investigate your car accident case, we will work to identify all claims we can assert on your behalf.
  • Roadway hazards – Roadway hazards that cause accidents can entitle accident victims and their families to just compensation as well. This includes everything from potholes and sinkholes to dangerous construction zones. In some cases, filing a claim for a roadway hazard will involve seeking just compensation from a construction contractor. In others, it will involve seeking just compensation from a state or local government agency. In either case, it is important to act quickly, and it is important to have a highly experienced personal injury lawyer on your side.

If you have been injured in a car accident, or any other kind of accident, our experienced attorneys are familiar with the local courts, their procedures, and how they apply law to cases. This kind of experience is invaluable when navigating your personal injury claim linked to the accident, and we have it. 

Motorcycle Accidents 

Being mindful of other vehicles on the road is a duty that is shared by all drivers in California, whether those vehicles are motorcycles, other cars, trucks, or pedestrians. As noted by the CA OTS, in 2022, there were 57 motorcycle accidents in Santa Ana that resulted in fatalities or injuries. Common causes of motorcycle accidents are: 

Motorcycles can be more difficult to see on the road, but that does not mean that drivers are freed from the responsibility of looking out for motorcyclists. If you or a loved one has experienced life-altering, long-term injuries following a motorcycle accident caused by the negligence of another party, the Santa Ana accident lawyers from the Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian are standing by to review your case. 

Truck Accidents

According to the California Highway Patrol, there were 6,038 accidents and 334 fatalities involving trucks on the roads of CA in 2020. Of these, 96 fatal crashes involved a truck or truck tractor, with the truck driver at fault in 33 of these accidents; and 222 fatal accidents involved a truck or truck tractor with trailer, with the truck driver at fault in 55 of these accidents. A careful review of the facts and circumstances of your case, provided by through requests for information from the opposing party and their insurance company, supports the best outcome in your claim. 

Common causes of truck accidents include the same as car and motorcycle accidents above in terms of distracted driving and breaking the rules of the road, in addition to vehicle malfunctions, and drowsy driving when drivers are not given sufficient time off work. 

Bicycle Accidents

Bicyclists fell victim to just one accident in 2020 that was recorded by CA OTS, however, this is just the number of accidents that the authorities reported. You may have experienced injuries that you felt did not require the calling of emergency services and law enforcement to take an accident report. If your bicycle accident was unreported but caused injuries due to the negligence of another party, you are still entitled to compensation, and a Santa Ana accident attorney can help. 

Premises Liability Accidents

Premises-related accidents are also common causes of injuries, and they also entitle accident victims and their families to just compensation in many cases. Our Santa Ana accident lawyers represent accident victims, parents, guardians and other family members in cases involving all types of accidents occurring on both private and public property. This includes accidents occurring at locations such as:

  • Bars, restaurants and nightclubs
  • Government buildings and public parks
  • Hospitals, clinics and other medical facilities
  • Hotels, motels and vacation rentals
  • Nursing homes and assisted living facilities
  • Offices, warehouses and industrial facilities
  • Parking lots and parking garages
  • Private residences (including private swimming pools)
  • Private schools and public schools
  • Retail stores and malls
  • Stadiums, concert halls and other entertainment venues

In addition to handling premises liability claims against property owners and tenants, we also handle workers’ compensation claims for accident victims who have been injured on the job. If you or a loved one was injured in any of the following types of accidents, we strongly encourage you to contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation:

  • Slip and fall – Slip and fall accidents are among the most common causes of premises liability claims. These accidents can result in a variety of types of serious injuries, and these injuries can lead to long, difficult and expensive roads to recovery.
  • Trip and fall – Trip and fall accidents often result in serious injuries as well. Cracked sidewalks, roots, parking blocks, merchandise in store aisles and numerous other types of trip hazards can cause injuries that justify claims for just compensation.
  • Fall from heights – Falls from heights can be life-altering, if not fatal. Loose and missing railings, inadequate safety protocols on construction sites, and a variety of other types of hazards can leave unsuspecting victims at risk for spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and other severe forms of trauma.
  • Elevator or escalator accident – While elevators and escalators offer convenience, they can also be extremely dangerous if they are not manufactured, installed and maintained properly. Elevator and escalator accidents are far more common than most people realize; and, tragically, they often result in disfiguring, disabling, and other life-altering and life-threatening injuries.

Any other type of premises-related accident – From electrocutions to physical and sexual assaults facilitated by inadequate security, we handle many other types of premises-related cases in Southern California as well. If you have any questions about your legal rights, our Santa Ana accident lawyers can explain everything you need to know. Even in cases involving accidents at other people’s homes, premises liability claims are typically covered by insurance, and most successful cases end with insurance settlements without the need to go to court.

To collect compensation, you have to prove that another party was at fault, and then generally will file a claim with their insurance company to collect coverage. You can only collect damages that you can prove with evidence, and the most effective way of measuring the short- and long-term damages linked to your injuries requires an experienced Santa Ana personal injury lawyer and the input of medical and occupational experts. 

If your injury resulted from one of the accidents listed above through no fault of your own, it is likely you have the grounds to seek relief from the parties responsible. We’ll cover the concept of negligence below, as you have to prove that another is liable by proving negligence or some other form of legal fault that can enable you to pursue compensation from them. 

If you have experienced resistance from an insurance provider (or they have issued a “low-ball” payout), our firm can assist you with that as well. It is important to understand that insurance companies are for-profit organizations, which means their purpose is to minimize costs and maximize revenues. The revenues of an insurance company are the amounts in premiums that they collect from their customers, and their primary costs are amounts paid out in claims and fair settlements for injured parties. 

To ensure that you are not taken advantage of by the insurance company, it is important to reach out to an attorney as soon as possible following your injury, as you have received emergency medical attention. 

Types of Damages Available for Your Personal Injury Claim 

When the accident you have experienced was caused by the negligence or fault of another party, you can be entitled to damages to cover all costs linked to your injuries. What costs do these include, and how do you prove then collect them? You can only collect what you can prove with evidence, and will only be awarded what you proactively seek out through an insurance claim or a lawsuit for your damages. 

Medical Expenses 

Accidents and incidents that lead to long-term, life-altering injuries or other disabilities can entitle you to substantial amounts in compensation. Generally, the medical expenses that you are entitled to recover include: 

  • Short-term medical bills like the emergency room and costs associated with immediate recovery from the most pressing injuries
  • Ongoing treatments, surgeries, rehabilitation, medications, and other needs that your injuries require in the long-term, from the time of your injury through the remainder of your life
  • Any mental health treatments necessary, in addition to medications, whether for pain or mental health concerns 
  • Ongoing visits with doctors and specialists to support recovery and quality of life 

You might not understand that a minor injury today can lead to life-altering changes in the near to not so distant future. Working with an informed and experienced personal injury lawyer from the Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian can provide you with the support and experience you need to accurately measure the full medical costs linked to your injuries, and collect them from the at-fault party or parties. 

Lost Wages and Earnings Potential 

One of the most impactful damages associated with injuries is the long-term detriment on your earnings and household budget that they can have. When an injury prevents you from returning to work, or from returning to work that was as productive as before your injury, your household budget naturally will decrease. When you are earning less while also experiencing greater medical bills than planned due to the accident or incident, your household can be even more substantially affected by your injuries. 

To measure the impact of your injuries on your ability to work, the opinion of an occupational expert is helpful evidence in support of your claim. An occupational expert considers the medical outcomes of your injuries, and measures the impact that they will have upon your ability to work. 

No two individuals are alike, and we take the time to consider the unique facts and circumstances of your situation before deciding upon a strategy. For example, when an individual experiences a traumatic brain injury or TBI, the National Institute of Health notes that cognitive ability can be impacted, in addition to the ability to concentrate. Each of these will negatively influence your ability to work. 

You are entitled to compensation for your lost wages and earnings from the time of your injury through the remainder of your working life. A full and complete recovery from your injuries is meant to replace all lost income and resources from your household due to the accident, especially your earnings. 

For example, an individual with a graduate degree earning $120,000 annually, the recovery will be different from a construction company worker earning $85,000 each year. Our experienced Santa Ana personal injury attorneys will explore the facts of your case during your initial free consultation to determine how extensive your damages might be. 

How Do You Prove Negligence in Personal Injury Claims and/or Cases? 

There are four parts to the legal concept of negligence: 

  1. Duty – a party must have some duty to another party, which can include a duty to follow the law and to be reasonably safe. For example, all drivers on the road have a duty to follow the laws and regulations associated with driving. 
  2. Breach – the duty held by one party to another must have been breached. For example, if a driver uses a cellphone while driving, they are breaking CA law as distracted driving is illegal. 
  3. Causation – the breach of duty of the other party must have been the cause of the accident that you experienced. For example, if because of illegal distracted driving another driver hit you, they would be liable for any damages that result from the accident. 
  4. Damages – to recover compensation following an accident that was caused by a breach of duty by another party towards you, there must have been damages that you prove with evidence. These include medical bills, lost earnings, property damage, and others. 

The unique facts and circumstances of your case are applied to the legal concept of negligence to determine fault in your case. It is helpful to work with a Santa Ana personal injury attorney throughout the process. Our legal team will help you gather evidence, schedule appointments with occupational and medical experts, draft your claim, and negotiate the best possible settlement. 

Do I Have to Pay My Santa Ana Injury Attorney Up-Front? 

One of the first questions that our potential new clients ask is how much we cost, and what we get paid throughout the process. The answer is: nothing up-front, and nothing out of pocket, ever. 

Your initial consultation is free, during which we ask you to bring as much evidence and paperwork as possible about your accident, the parties involved, and related costs. If we determine that your case is a fit with our firm, we only get paid if we win. Our payment comes out of a portion of the earnings that we generate on your behalf, and we agree upon this amount and answer any related questions before starting on your case. 

Turn to Our Experienced Santa Ana Personal Injury Attorneys 

We take an aggressive, thorough approach to these cases that always vividly puts forth our clients’ eligibility to compensation. Attorney Benjamin Arsenian is a former prosecutor who regularly argues on behalf of his clients in the courtroom and knows how to keep his clients’ interests at the forefront of negotiations with insurance providers.

No matter what your circumstances might be following your accident, our firm is prepared to take the steps necessary to pursue maximum compensation. The statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits is two years in California, so it’s important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.

We step into your shoes and handle the entire process from start to finish, requiring your involvement only when absolutely necessary. Our experienced Santa Ana injury attorneys will give your case the unique attention it deserves and hold the liable party accountable for the full damages you are entitled to. Contact us today to get started.

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