Hillcrest is a diverse neighborhood in the city of San Diego, CA. Tucked neatly between Balboa Park and Mission Valley, Hillcrest is one of the city’s most densely populated neighborhoods. The neighborhood’s nearly 14,000 residents have turned Hillcrest into a beacon of “tolerance and acceptance” for the growing LGBT community. Hillcrest is known for being the hub for LGBT activity in Southern California. The small, quaint neighborhood streets are lined with popular restaurants, cafes, bars, independent specialty shops, and thrift stores. These attractions draw millions of tourists each year and see surging attendance during the San Diego Pride Festival.
The friendly neighborhood of Hillcrest is not immune to negligence and injury-causing accidents. Densely populated areas are prone to high rates of accidents and injuries, and Hillcrest is no exception. If you have been injured in an accident you should not hesitate to contact a Hillcrest Personal Injury Attorney at Injury Trial Lawyers.
Attorney Vikas Bajaj is a trial lawyer who is ready to help you pursue the compensation you may need following an accident. Contact our San Diego office today to schedule a free, no-commitment consultation. We offer our services on a contingency fee basis so that you can focus on your recovery without additional financial strains.
Why File a Personal Injury Claim For Damages?
Whether you’re traveling to work, visiting the Hillcrest Brewing Company, or exploring the country’s first Harvey Milk Street, you probably didn’t venture into Hillcrest expecting to get into an accident. Accidents can be incredibly stressful – emotionally, physically, and also financially.
How expensive can a personal injury accident be? One study found that the average cost of a car accident bodily injury claim in 2013 was more than $15,000. Consider that the average cost of a property damage claim was more than $3,000, and the average car accident victim is looking at nearly $20,000 in out-of-pocket expenses. These numbers do not begin to reflect the extraordinary costs that can result from a severe or debilitating injury. Victims who are injured in serious accidents could easily rack up tens (if not hundreds) of thousands of dollars in medical bills. When the possibility of lost earnings due to time out of work is calculated into the equation, the financial stress imposed by a personal injury accident can be significant.
A personal injury claim for damages can be a terrific way for injured accident victims to recover the compensation they need and deserve.
We founded Injury Trial Lawyers so that accident victims could have access to experienced legal representation while they focused on recovering from their injuries. Contact our office today to schedule your free initial consultation with our skilled Hillcrest Personal Injury Attorney. The sooner you call, the sooner we can begin to work on getting you the compensation you both need and deserve.
Practice Areas
Accidents can happen for any number of reasons. Maybe you were crossing University Avenue and clipped by a driver who wasn’t paying attention. Or, maybe you were injured in a slip and fall at a local area wine bar after the manager failed to clean up a spill. Perhaps you were visiting a local park and bitten by a dog who had gotten loose from its owner.
Regardless of the cause of the accident, our accident attorney is here to help. We help injured clients pursue damages from negligent parties through personal injury claims.
Contact us to learn about the possibility of filing a personal injury claim for damages. The compensation you recover through a personal injury claim can help to offset the significant costs you may face after an accident.
What Can I Expect From a Hillcrest Personal Injury Attorney?
When you make the decision to hire an experienced Hillcrest personal injury attorney from Injury Trial Lawyers you will get dedicated legal representation.
We will utilize our established process to pursue fair compensation on your behalf. Here is a brief overview of what you can expect when you trust the experienced Hillcrest attorney at Injury Trial Lawyers with your case.
Initial Consultation
First impressions are important. When we meet for the first time we want you, the client, to be comfortable with our attorney and form a relationship that is based on trust and transparency. We will encourage you to ask questions so that you can have all of the information you need to make an informed decision about moving forward with a personal injury claim for damages. Our team will ask you to describe the accident that caused your injury, reflect on why you think it happened, and provide information that may be helpful in evaluating your case. The discussion regarding the potential for a successful case and other advice about how we think you should proceed will also be conducted.
Investigation
Once you’ve decided to hire Injury Trial Lawyers to represent your personal injury case we will use the information provided during your initial consultation to creating a basis for an independent investigation. An independent investigation is incredibly important to the success of a case. The evidence, facts, and information we uncover during this investigation will serve as the basis for the legal arguments we make on your behalf. An investigation may include reviewing police reports, interviewing witnesses, examining evidence, consulting with experts, and analyzing medical evaluations and injuries.
Negotiation
95 percent of personal injury cases are settled out of court. We will meet with opposing parties and insurance companies to negotiate a settlement on your behalf. We will leverage these parties into offering meaningful and helpful settlements using the legal arguments we develop specifically for your case.
Evaluation
We will review the offer(s) provided by the at-fault party and/or their insurance company. Also, we will explain the pros and cons of accepting these offers and offer our advice about whether or not it is in your best interest to accept. We will not accept lowball offers; we are committed to fighting for proper compensation for your injuries.
Litigation
While the majority of cases are settled outside of court, about 5 percent will go to trial. Vikas Bajaj is willing to take your case to court when a fair settlement is not offered.
A Hillcrest Personal Injury Attorney You Can Count On
If you have been injured in an accident, do not hesitate to contact us. We understand that the moments following an accident can be overwhelming, but emphasize the importance of speaking with an attorney as soon as possible. California limits the amount of time in which an accident victim can file a claim for damages. You will generally have two years from the date of your injury-causing accident to pursue compensation from a negligent party. Failing to act quickly can also result in lost or damaged evidence. The sooner we begin to work on your case, the more successful your claim can be.
When we meet for your free, no-commitment initial consultation we will review your case, determine potentially liable parties, and advise you of your legal options. Contact us today to schedule a time to meet with our experienced Hillcrest personal injury attorney.
Injury Trial Lawyers
2150 First Avenue, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 525-7007
Hillcrest personal injury FAQ
Who investigates car accidents in Hillcrest?
Collisions on city streets in Hillcrest are generally handled by the San Diego Police Department. Crashes on freeways, such as SR-163, are generally investigated by the California Highway Patrol (Cal. Veh. Code § 2400(d)). Ask the responding officer how to get a copy of the report.
Where would a personal injury lawsuit from Hillcrest be filed?
In San Diego Superior Court. Under the court’s zip code list and local rules, civil cases arising in Hillcrest are generally filed in the Central Division at the Hall of Justice, 330 W. Broadway, San Diego. The proper venue can also depend on where the defendant lives or does business.
What if a City of San Diego sidewalk, street, or vehicle caused my injury?
A written claim generally must be presented to the City of San Diego within six months of the injury (Cal. Gov. Code § 911.2) before a lawsuit can be filed. Missing this deadline can bar the claim.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in California?
Generally two years from the date of injury (Cal. Code Civ. Proc. § 335.1). If a government agency may be responsible, a written claim usually must be filed within six months (Cal. Gov. Code § 911.2).