Legal responsibility for a personal injury accident is often unclear and sometimes unintuitive. We have helped more than a few clients who initially thought they might be responsible only to find out that another party is found to be either partially or fully responsible for the accident.
The legal term that most commonly gets used for partial responsibility is u0022comparable liabilityu0022. Comparable liability will often reduce the amount of recovery that someone is entitled to compared to a situation where the other party was found to be entirely at-fault. However, there are often many factors at play in these situations, including the level of insurance available by the involved parties and the level of comparable liability. Obviously, each situation is different
We recommend that you talk with a specialist who can review your case (it’s a free service) in order to give you a better sense of your legal options.
The Pre-Litigation Phase of a Personal Injury Case in California Pre-litigation is the...
Nothing ruins your day quite like a car accident – especially when you aren’t at fault...
After a car wreck or other injury, you are likely wondering what kind of personal injury c...
The moments after being hit by a vehicle can be stressful and disorienting, but knowing wh...
To have the best chance of getting relief and winning compensation after an accident or in...
For those unfamiliar with liens, they might be the best alternative if you've been involve...
What if I don’t know the at-fault party in a hit-and-run accident? For somewhat obvious...
Do I have a viable case? Similar to the question that often gets asked: How long will it t...
What if I'm partially responsible for an accident that caused my injuries? Legal responsib...
How do I file a personal injury claim? For the majority of people who have a valid persona...
What is a Personal Injury Lawyer? A personal injury lawyer handles claims and lawsuits...