San Diego Personal Injury Attorney Alicia Slaughter » Uncategorized http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog Call Now For A Free Consultation 858.909.9090 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 18:10:38 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Personal Injury Claims – What you need to Succeed http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/09/personal-injury-claims-%e2%80%93-what-you-need-to-succeed/ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/09/personal-injury-claims-%e2%80%93-what-you-need-to-succeed/#comments Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:32:22 +0000 ANorman http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/?p=1303 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Accident victims who know their rights will move quickly to pursue a personal injury claim after they have been hurt in an accident. Even so they may not know what they should do to ensure that they build a solid foundation for a strong case.

Honesty is key

Of course, one of the first things an accident victim will need to do is locate a personal injury lawyer that specializes in their type of  accident.  For example, someone who was hurt in a slip and fall will need an attorney studied in premises liability law.  A victim that was harmed by a consumer product will have to seek out a lawyer that is adept at handling product liability cases.

Once located, the accident victim and or family members should meet with the lawyer face to face for a case review.  Often times personal injury lawyers will offer this service for free to see if you have a legitimate claim or not.  If you do, you will then be advised on how and when to get started.

Be sure to be honest with the lawyer about the circumstances of the case when you talk to them.  If you feel you had a hand in the accident, say so.  In many cases, culpability will not keep you from receiving compensation.  It is hard for a lawyer to fight for your rights if they do not have the full picture.  Besides which, lying will weaken you case, especially if the other side gets wind of it.

Secure and Present Documentation

Medical records, police reports, witness statements, audio and video tape, all of these items can help you and your attorney present an iron clad case in court.  While some of these items, like witness depositions, will be attained by the attorney it doesn’t hurt to have some of this documentation already in hand when you visit your personal injury lawyer for the first time.

Expert Testimony

This will largely be the domain of your lawyer, so be sure you retain one that has the ability to acquire specialist that can make your case in a courtroom.

Reconstructionists, forensic specialist, doctors and other authority figures can give a jury and/or judge a clear picture of what transpired the day of your debilitating accident.  This helps provide the necessary information that will enable them to find in your favor.

An experienced Attorney

As stated before, finding a quality personal injury lawyer that specializes  is the best key for success.  When investigating law firms, be sure to ask about their  track record in regards to previous cases that were similar to yours.  They should also be able to provide a referral list of former clients who were happy with their services.  Be wary of any firm that seems hesitant to do so.

We at Slaughter and Slaughter can provide all of the above and more.  With years of combined personal injury experience, we  give our clients the expert legal representation they deserve after they have been hurt in a serious accident.

Whether you have sustained a severe burn, spinal injuries or suffered trauma due to a car accident, we can help you obtain the compensation you need for medical cost and lost earnings.

Call us today at 888.207.5321 or and set up a free consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers today.  You don’t have to suffer needlessly after a car accident changes you and your family’s lives forever.  You can and should receive justice – Slaughter and Slaughter can help.

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]]> http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/09/personal-injury-claims-%e2%80%93-what-you-need-to-succeed/feed/ 1 SUV Crashes, Catches Fire In Mission Vejo http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/08/suv-crashes-catches-fire-in-mission-vejo/ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/08/suv-crashes-catches-fire-in-mission-vejo/#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2009 06:25:08 +0000 RichmondJ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/?p=815 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Five unfortunate victims are dead following an accident on Tuesday where an SUV caught fire in Mission Vejo. The accident took place just before 10:30 on Tuesday morning when the SUV blew a tire, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. According to reports, the vehicle fell of an embankment on the side of the highway, Interstate 5, finally landing on its roof after rolling over multiple times. The situation spiraled even further out of control when the SUV caught fire. Up to 5 occupants were trapped in the vehicle, none of them able to escape in time.

If you have also been injured during a car accident, it is imperative that you at least speak with a lawyer about your case. To receive a free consultation with one of our car accident lawyers, call us in San Diego at 858.909.9090.

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]]> http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/08/suv-crashes-catches-fire-in-mission-vejo/feed/ 0 Hit And Run Accident Possible Connected With Jewel Heist http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/07/hit-and-run-accident-possible-connected-with-jewel-heist/ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/07/hit-and-run-accident-possible-connected-with-jewel-heist/#comments Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:00:41 +0000 RichmondJ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/?p=352 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> San Diego police responded to a hit and run accident on Monday that was apparently related to an earlier jewel heist robbery in National City. The hit and run accident occurred in an area just north of the site of the robbery, near the the intersection of Allegheny street and Calle Tortuosa. According to reports, the vehicle sustained significant damages. A witness that saw the hit and run accident says that two people fled with guns and a sack. San Diego Police and National City police captured two men who are suspected to have been involved in the hit and run accident and possibly the jewelry heist as well.

Hit and run accidents have become all too common on American roads, and it seems impossible to prevent them. If you have been involved in a hit and run accident, however, you can be provided with information that will assist you in solving your case. Our car accident lawyers in San Diego can provide you with specialized information related to your hit and run accident. For a free consultation, call us at 858.909.9090.

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]]> http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/07/hit-and-run-accident-possible-connected-with-jewel-heist/feed/ 0 Yacht Falls Into San Diego Bay http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/07/yacht-falls-into-san-diego-bay/ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/07/yacht-falls-into-san-diego-bay/#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:32:34 +0000 RichmondJ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/?p=204 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Coast Guard officials in San Diego are now investigating a boat accident that occurred around mid-day yesterday. The boat, specifically a yacht, was being transported to the 10th Avenue Marina Terminal when the accident occurred in the San Diego Bay. The yacht, which was being moved by a freight vessel, fell and then sank, authorities said.

The yacht remains underwater as well as under surveillance by the Coast Guard, who are making sure that diesel fuel from the boat does not leak into the San Diego Bay. According to Coast Guard Lieutenant Josh Nelson, the yacht will be put back into service during the upcoming week.

If you are in need of a lawyer after a boat accident, our offices in San Diego are probably a great place to receive the advice that you need. To receive a free consultation from our offices in San Diego, please call us at 858.909.9090.

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]]> http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/07/yacht-falls-into-san-diego-bay/feed/ 0 San Diego County Experiences First Swine Flu Death http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/06/san-diego-county-experiences-first-swine-flu-death/ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/06/san-diego-county-experiences-first-swine-flu-death/#comments Tue, 23 Jun 2009 20:52:04 +0000 RichmondJ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/?p=139 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> San Diego County’s first swine flu fatality was reported last week Tuesday, according to local San Diego County health officials. The victim, aged 20, was 1 of 275 confirmed swine flu cases in San Diego County. The victim was apparently one of the later recipients of the swine flu, becoming sick just this weekend much after many other cases of swine flu had already occurred. San Diego County was the location of some of the first swine flu cases in the country, but yet this was the first death across the entire county. According to a county health officer, the woman died within 24 hours of getting sick. As a whole, the state of California has had 7 total swine flu deaths out of the nation’s 44, said Wooten, a county health officer.

In the past few months swine flu has become a serious problem in the United States. If you have a legal issue regarding injuries related to an illness, please call our offices in San Diego for a free consultation.

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]]> http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/06/san-diego-county-experiences-first-swine-flu-death/feed/ 0 City Heights Fire Damages Home http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/06/city-heights-fire-damages-home/ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/2009/06/city-heights-fire-damages-home/#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:18:39 +0000 RichmondJ http://www.aliciaslaughter.net/blog/?p=112 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> A fire in a City Heights home remains under investigation after the fire resulted from an unknown cause at around 1 p.m., where the San Diego fire Department reported to the home to tend to the fire. According to the San Diego Fire department, the fire required a crew of nearly 25 firefighters to handle the flames at the abandoned home. The fire, though extinguished in a short period of 20 minutes, is reported to have caused extensive property damage to the home in City Heights. Though the home was abandoned, this near San Diego fire is still a significant case of property damage. As a result, investigators are still attempting to determine the cause of the fire.

If you have been involved in a property damage fire, or have experienced another form of property damage, it is important that you seek the legal advice needed to address your case. Our lawyers in San Diego can offer you the services needed to fulfill the legal needs of your case. Please consult with our San Diego offices for more information.

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