Michael Pines | February 24, 2025 | Personal Injury
How Much Should You Expect from an Injury Settlement?
If you have been injured in San Diego, CA, due to someone else’s negligence, you may be wondering how much your injury settlement will be. Although there is no exact formula for calculating the amount of money you can expect from a settlement, there are a few factors that can influence the amount, including the […]
Michael Pines | February 10, 2025 | Personal Injury
How Do Lawyers Get Paid If They Lose A Case?
If you’ve been injured in an accident in San Diego, California, you might wonder about a lawyer’s payment arrangement. Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which gives everyone access to quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation. However, you may be wondering what happens if a lawyer loses your case. […]
Michael Pines | February 6, 2025 | Personal Injury
How to Write a Settlement Demand Letter
A settlement demand letter is critical to the personal injury settlement process because it kicks off settlement negotiations. Due to its importance, you need to understand how to draft it properly. A well-written settlement demand letter can render settlement of your claim faster, easier, and less stressful. Determine the Value of Your Claim Before you […]
Michael Pines | December 18, 2024 | Personal Injury
10 Tips for Maximizing Compensation in Your Personal Injury Case
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, slip and fall accident, or other incident, understanding how to maximize your compensation is essential. The steps you take can significantly impact the amount you recover for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Here are ten tips to help ensure you receive the […]
Michael Pines | October 22, 2024 | Personal Injury
How to approach a free consultation with an attorney
Navigating the aftermath of an accident can be overwhelming. If you’ve been injured and are considering legal action, taking advantage injury attorneys that offer a free consultation is a smart first step. This meeting allows you to understand your rights, explore your options, and find lawyers who best meet your needs. It is crucial that […]
Michael Pines | October 8, 2024 | Personal Injury
Does Med-Pay Affect a Settlement?
As San Diego personal injury attorneys, our job is to give you as many options as possible for your case, and this includes medical treatment and billing options. For instance, did you know that your car insurance policy may include medical bills for any injuries sustained in a car accident, regardless of who was at fault? That’s right, […]
Michael Pines | September 18, 2024 | Personal Injury
How Are Pain and Suffering Damages Calculated?
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, understanding your rights and options for potential compensation is important. Pain and suffering damages may be a significant part of the damages you can seek under California law to compensate you for physical pain and emotional distress arising from the accident. An experienced […]
Michael Pines | September 10, 2024 | Personal Injury
What Does a Car Accident Lawyer Do?
If you have been involved in a car accident in California, you may need clarification about what steps to take. Under California law, there are specific steps you should take to protect your rights and hold the negligent party responsible for causing a car accident. After being involved in a car accident, you should get […]
Michael Pines | November 16, 2023 | Personal Injury
Do Bicycles Have to Stop at Stop Signs in California?
Bicycles in California must stop at stop signs. This might seem like an obvious statement, but answering this question has more twists and turns than you might expect. If you’ve been injured in a bicycle accident, the San Diego personal injury lawyers at Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers can help you navigate the complexities of […]
Michael Pines | August 7, 2023 | Personal Injury
Can I Sue for a Scar?
Any cuts, bruises, or broken bones you sustain in a car accident or personal injury accident will usually heal with time. But scars are different, lingering on long after your injury event happened. They are a tangible and permanent reminder of an injury event that caused you physical pain and emotional turmoil. And depending on its size […]