Ventura Personal Injury Law Firm

The law firm of Maho & Prentice represents clients in personal injury cases throughout Oxnard, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, and Simi Valley in Ventura County, CA. Sometimes it is difficult to determine if a lawyer can assist you.  Our firm offers you a free consultation to assess your accident and advise whether you need an attorney to protect your rights.  Every situation is different, but there are some indications.

When should you obtain a personal injury attorney?

Not all injury cases allow you to pursue a claim and not every case requires legal help. But when the situation warrants representation, you want to have a skilled and experienced Ventura personal injury attorney on your side. The following types of injury cases generally require legal counsel:

• Wrongful Death. A wrongful death occurs when wrongdoing or negligence results in fatality. Various types of incidents can cause wrongful death, such as car accidents, slip and fall, and products liability, to name a few. Under California law, surviving family members have the right to sue for damages. A lawyer can help you understand your rights to recovery, what types of damages apply to your case, and which family members can legally file suit.


• Personal Injury. Serious personal injury can cause permanent disability, reduced earning capacity, and the accumulation of exorbitant medical bills. When another party is at fault, you can pursue a claim or lawsuit to recover compensation. Cases involving personal injury fall under a broader area of law called tort law.  The purpose of a tort is to restore the person or damaged property to the condition prior to the injury (as much as possible). Negligence or liability law may apply.  The average person lacks legal knowledge and the ability to accurately estimate fair compensation, which are both needed for a successful outcome.

• Accidents. Many types of accidents can result in injury—a slip and fall, construction accident, or accident at work. However, car accidents are the most common type of accident causing severe injury. Whenever serious injury or substantial damages are involved, the insurance company may want to deny, delay, or defend against a claim to protect its profits. You are wise to seek legal representation if involved in a serious accident.

Put an experienced Ventura personal injury lawyer on your side

Arrange a free initial consultation with our firm and discuss the prospects of pursuing a case with a Ventura personal injury personal injury lawyer at our office. You owe no fees unless we recover through settlement or verdict. Call 805.618.1367 today or contact Maho & Prentice attorneys online.

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