Personal Injury
PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY IN CALIFORNIA
If you’ve been severely injured in an accident, you could be entitled to financial compensation from the at-fault party for your medical expenses and other losses. The California personal injury lawyers at The Law Office of Black & DePaoli, APC, know how devastating an accident can be. We’re committed to helping people like you demand justice and fair compensation.
With more than 40 years of combined experience, our legal team has the skills to handle even the most complex personal injury cases. “Our law Firm has a unique understanding of how to investigate accidents and build strong cases for compensation. Kelsey DePaoli is a seasoned trial attorney who is driven by her compassion for the people she serves. Kelsey DePaoli helps accident victims “Be Heard.”
Contact The Law Office of Black & DePaoli, APC, today to discuss your case in a free consultation. A knowledgeable California personal injury lawyer with our firm will be ready to sit with you and listen to your story. We can speak with you in person or over the phone, wherever and whenever may be most convenient for you.
WHAT IS CONSIDERED A PERSONAL INJURY IN CALIFORNIA?
Under California law, you might qualify for financial compensation through a personal injury claim if you were hurt due to another party’s careless, reckless, or wrongful acts. You must also be able to document losses that can be financially compensated, such as medical bills, lost income, future anticipated expenses, and pain and suffering.
If you have questions about whether you have a personal injury claim, please reach out to The Law Office of Black & DePaoli, APC, today. We will review your case for free and advise you of your legal options.
WHAT IS CONSIDERED A PERSONAL INJURY IN CALIFORNIA?
Under California law, you might qualify for financial compensation through a personal injury claim if you were hurt due to another party’s careless, reckless, or wrongful acts. You must also be able to document losses that can be financially compensated, such as medical bills, lost income, future anticipated expenses, and pain and suffering.
If you have questions about whether you have a personal injury claim, please reach out to The Law Office of Black & DePaoli, APC, today. We will review your case for free and advise you of your legal options.
TOPICS ON THIS PAGE
- What Is Considered a Personal Injury in California?
- Types of Personal Injury Claims Our California Lawyers Handle
- Types of Personal Injury Claims Our California Lawyers Handle
- How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in California?
- How Much Is Your Personal Injury Case Worth?
- How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in California?
- Common Injuries Suffered in Accidents in California
- Get Help from an Experienced California Personal Injury Lawyer Now
TYPES OF PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS OUR CALIFORNIA LAWYERS HANDLE
CAR ACCIDENTS
If you were hit by a careless or reckless driver or your car crashed due to road or vehicle defects, our firm can help you demand the financial compensation you need to recover.
TRUCK ACCIDENTS
Truck crashes are among the most complex personal injury cases. Our attorneys have the knowledge and skills to investigate the truck accident that injured you, determine how the crash happened, and identify who can be held responsible.
MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS
Motorcycle accidents often leave riders with devastating and life-altering injuries. Let our firm advocate for you. We can help defend your right to full and fair compensation when the insurance companies or at-fault driver tries to avoid paying what you’re owed.
PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENTS
Pedestrians often face debilitating injuries when they are hit by motor vehicles. Our attorneys can help you identify all potential sources of compensation and pursue the maximum payment you need.
BICYCLE ACCIDENTS
If you were hit by a car while riding your bicycle, our firm will fight to hold the negligent or reckless driver accountable for your injuries and losses.
SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS
If you have been badly hurt by slipping or tripping and falling on someone else’s property, we can help you hold the owner or manager responsible for what you’ve been through.
WRONGFUL DEATH
If your family has lost a loved one because of someone else’s carelessness or recklessness, our legal team can help you demand a measure of justice for the devastating loss.
UBER AND LYFT ACCIDENTS
Rideshare companies are large entities, so obtaining compensation after an Uber or Lyft accident can quickly become complicated. Our firm will help you understand your legal options and seek the money you deserve from Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare company.
PREMISES LIABILITY ACCIDENTS
When a negligent property owner allows a dangerous or defective condition on their property to injure you, we can help you pursue the financial resources you need for your recovery.
HOW A CALIFORNIA PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY CAN HELP YOU
- Investigating the incident that led to your injuries to understand exactly how it happened and who was responsible
- Recovering evidence before it’s lost or destroyed
- Determining what parties can be held legally responsible for your losses
- Going over your options for pursuing a financial recovery, including filing insurance claims or pursuing a legal claim directly against those at fault for your injuries
- Collaborating with experts to prepare a persuasive, effective argument in support of your claim
- Documenting the full value of your case, including personal losses such as pain and suffering, in addition to financial expenses you incurred due to the accident and your injuries
- Negotiating with adjusters for a fair and full personal injury settlement that takes into account all past, current, and future losses
- Taking your claim to court if the other side refuses to settle for a fair amount
LET US TAKE THE STRESS OF PURSUING YOUR CLAIM OFF YOUR SHOULDERS
SO THAT YOU CAN FOCUS ON YOUR TREATMENT AND PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL RECOVERY.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO HIRE A PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER IN CALIFORNIA?
Some people worry about initiating a personal injury claim in California because they think lawyers are expensive. Do not worry. You can start your case at absolutely no cost to you.
At The Law Office of Black & DePaoli, APC, we handle all personal injury cases on a contingency basis. That means you pay no money upfront for us to work on your case. We only get paid when we win compensation for you in a negotiated settlement or at trial. Even then, our fee is an agreed-upon percentage of the total recovery we secure for you. That way, there’s no risk in pursuing a legal claim for financial compensation from those responsible for your injuries.
HOW MUCH IS YOUR PERSONAL INJURY CASE WORTH?
HOW LONG DO YOU HAVE TO FILE A PERSONAL INJURY LAWSUIT IN CALIFORNIA?
- Costs of medical treatment for your injuries, including hospital bills, doctor’s appointments, surgeries, prescriptions, physical therapy, and purchases of medical equipment
- Costs of long-term care and home services if you suffer serious disabilities due to your injuries
- Lost income from missing work while recovering from the accident
- Loss of future earning potential and employment benefits if your condition prevents you from returning to work
- Physical pain and emotional trauma or distress caused by the accident and your injuries
- Reduced enjoyment or quality of life due to disabilities, scarring, or disfigurement

KELSEY DEPAOLI
Kelsey DePaoli brings experience to a wide variety of personal injury cases, including vehicle collisions, wrongful death, dog bites, premise liability, public entity liability, and general negligence.
RELATED INFORMATION
- Catastrophic Injury
- Amputation
- Brain Injury
- Concussion Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Broken Bones & Fractures Injury
- Nerve Injury
- Burn Injury
- Paralysis Injury
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
- Scarring And Disfigurement
- Soft Tissue Injury
COMMON INJURIES SUFFERED IN ACCIDENTS IN CALIFORNIA
- Back injuries
- Neck injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Head and traumatic brain injuries
- Broken bones
- Concussions
- Traumatic amputation
- Paralysis
- Nerve injuries
- Internal organ damage and internal bleeding
- Soft-tissue injuries
- Severe lacerations and bruising
- Burns
- Disfigurement
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
IF YOU HAVE SUFFERED ANY OF THESE INJURIES BECAUSE OF SOMEONE ELSE’S NEGLIGENCE OR RECKLESSNESS,

GET HELP FROM AN EXPERIENCED CALIFORNIA PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER NOW
If you were severely hurt in an accident that could have been prevented, contact the California personal injury lawyers at The Law Office of Black & DePaoli, APC. We’ll be ready to discuss how our firm can help you seek fair compensation for the harm you’ve suffered. Call or contact us online today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.