Compensation That May Be Available
The consequences of serious water-related injuries frequently extend well beyond the initial emergency. To pursue fair compensation, our Los Angeles lawyers could evaluate your immediate losses after the near-drowning accident as well as its long-term financial impact.
Near-drowning incidents can lead to traumatic brain injuries because of oxygen deprivation. Other results from nonfatal drowning may include spinal cord injuries, permanent disabilities, and respiratory complications. Depending on the facts of your claim, you may be able to seek compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Future medical treatment and rehabilitation costs
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Every personal injury case presents unique circumstances. The compensation you may recover depends on the severity of your injuries, the available insurance coverage, and the evidence establishing liability. Our lawyer could carefully assess your damages and pursue the financial recovery state law supports.
Why Legal Representation Is Important After a Near-Drowning
Insurance companies often begin investigating immediately after receiving notice of a serious injury claim. After your nonfatal drowning accident in Los Angeles, our lawyer could handle communications with insurers while protecting your right to pursue full compensation.
Insurance adjusters may attempt to dispute liability, argue that your injuries are less severe than you have claimed, or shift the blame to you. The state follows a pure comparative negligence system, meaning the court may reduce your compensation if it assigns you a percentage of fault. Our lawyer could gather evidence, work with qualified experts when appropriate, and negotiate with insurance companies. If we cannot reach a fair settlement, we could prepare your case for trial.
California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1 generally requires you to file a personal injury lawsuit within two years from the date of your injuries. Acting promptly could help preserve valuable evidence and protect against missing important legal deadlines.
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