Huntington Beach Personal Injury Lawyer
Everyone makes mistakes—but sometimes, those mistakes lead to devastating accidents and catastrophic injuries. Maybe you slipped and fell on a store’s wet floor, were bitten by an unleashed dog, or hit by a car while riding your bike. If someone else is responsible for your injury, you could be entitled to compensation for your losses. However, the path to a fair settlement or jury award isn’t quick and easy. With the right legal representation by your side, you can fight for what’s fair.
Huntington Beach personal injury lawyer Aaron Hicks has helped thousands of clients suffering from injuries caused by others, and he can help you too. Call 949-541-9944 or fill out our online contact form to learn more about your rights and what you should do next.
Effective Personal Injury Representation for Huntington Beach Residents
Injuries caused by someone else’s carelessness or deliberate harm can lead to personal injury claims. Individuals pursue these claims to hold the responsible party accountable and to receive compensation for the damages they have suffered, quantified in monetary terms.
The process typically begins with filing a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance provider. There is an exchange of information between both sides, followed by a formal request for settlement. Most personal injury cases conclude with an agreement reached without a trial, but if needed, we are prepared to vigorously represent your interests in court.
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“Don’t accept the insurance company offer’s without Aaron. He is a winner. He got me three times as much as the insurance company initially offered. But beyond that, you want a friend and someone you can trust throughout the process. Aaron’s communication was exceptional, and I know every steps of the process. I don’t want to have to go through this ordeal again, but if I do, I know I am calling Aaron.”
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Aaron Hicks is a highly awarded attorney who only handles personal injury claims. Mr. Hicks has been awarded as a member in both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and is the President Elect for the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association. Contact Hicks Law Firm and discuss your claim with Aaron today.
What to Do After an Injury
Everything you do after a personal injury has the power to impact your case. We recommend:
- Reporting the accident: Documentation is everything when it comes to personal injury claims. The appropriate party depends on the type of accident you were involved in. If you were hit by a car, you’ll reach out to the Huntington Beach Police Department. A dog bite must be reported to Orange County Animal Control. If you were injured at a store or place of business, contact management and fill out an incident report.
- Gathering time-sensitive evidence: This includes photos, video footage, and eyewitness contact information. This is the best window of time to gather crucial evidence, so don’t waste it.
- Seeking medical care: Local facilities like Huntington Beach Urgent Care, Xpress Urgent Care, and Huntington Beach Hospital are all options to consider.
- Talking to a personal injury lawyer in Huntington Beach: The sooner you start your personal injury claim, the sooner you can start working toward full and fair compensation. Let’s sit down and make a plan.
The Personal Injury Cases We Take
Proving Liability and Pursuing Compensation
To get the compensation you deserve, you’ll need to prove the other party’s liability. This involves showing that they owed you a duty of care, that they were negligent in upholding that duty, and that their negligence caused your injury.
What does negligence mean in this scenario? Negligence is failing to take reasonable steps to prevent injury to another person. Taking it one step further, someone may be negligent if they do something a reasonable person would not do in the same situation or if they fail to do something that a reasonable person would do in that situation.
Once we’ve proven liability and cataloged your damages, we’ll move on to demanding compensation from the other party’s insurance company. You may be able to receive compensation for:
- Medical expenses, including medical bills, travel to and from appointments, parking fees, and adaptive equipment
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Why You Should Choose Hicks Law Firm
Choosing the right law firm for your personal injury case can make a huge difference in how much compensation you receive—or even if you receive compensation. It’s crucial to choose an attorney with trial experience. Most personal injury claims settle out of court, so victims often think that it doesn’t matter if their attorney is trial-tested.
This simply isn’t the case. Insurance companies in any given area know the personal injury lawyers of that area and what they’re capable of. They know which attorneys churn and burn through as many cases as possible, accepting low settlements in exchange for a high volume of cases. They know which attorneys have never been to trial and don’t have the confidence needed to take a case to trial. They also know which lawyers have proven themselves in court and have the capacity to cost them much more money in the courtroom.
The team at Hicks Law Firm has secured massive awards for clients, both through negotiations and in the courtroom. If you want a lawyer that will investigate your claim thoroughly, gather the evidence needed to win at the negotiating table or in the courtroom, and fight for every dollar you deserve, Hicks Law Firm is the right choice for you.
Get Started Now—Contact Hicks Law Firm
When you are ready to take the first step in your personal injury claim, we’re here to help you get the ball rolling. Schedule your free case evaluation now by reaching out online or calling us at 949-541-9944.
