Marin County Personal Injury Lawyer
Each year, millions of Americans are hurt in accidents. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), accidental or unintentional injuries account for 24.5 million visits to the emergency department each year.
In many cases, these injuries aren’t anyone’s fault. But if you have been hurt because of another person’s carelessness or recklessness, you may be able to pursue a personal injury claim against them. Through a lawsuit, you may recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and more.
The Kuvara Law Firm represents clients throughout Northern California, including Marin County. We aggressively advocate for the rights of accident victims, working hard to get them the maximum compensation for their losses.
Our legal team offers free initial consultations and handles all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis – which means that you never pay a fee unless we recover money for you.
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Proving Fault in a Personal Injury Case
Personal injury claims are typically based on a theory of negligence, which is the failure to use the level of care that a reasonable person would in a similar situation. Under California law, you must prove three elements in order to recover on a negligence claim:
- That the at-fault party (defendant) was negligent;
- That the injury victim (plaintiff) was harmed; and
- That the defendant’s negligence was a substantial factor in causing the plaintiff’s harm.
Negligence can arise in any number of ways. A careless driver could be deemed negligent if they fail to yield right of way, causing a motor vehicle accident. A physician may be considered negligent if they don’t perform the tests that a reasonable doctor would, and miss a diagnosis as a result. A business owner may be found negligent in a premises liability case if they know about a dangerous condition, such as loose tile, and fail to fix it before a customer falls and gets hurt.
If you can prove that the at-fault party was negligent in some way, then you will be able to recover financial compensation from them for your losses. Under California personal injury law, damages fall into three categories:
- Economic damages, which compensate an injury victim for financial losses, such as property damage, lost wages, medical bills, future medical treatment, and reduced earning capacity.
- Non-economic damages, which compensate an accident victim for intangible losses, including pain and suffering, emotional trauma, scarring, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life.
- Punitive damages, which punish a wrongdoer for their conduct and are only available in rare cases (such as drunk driving accidents) where the defendant acted intentionally or recklessly.
Depending on the facts of your case, you may be able to recover all or part of these damages through a personal injury claim. A skilled Marin County personal injury lawyer can fight for your right to fair compensation, taking on the big insurance companies so that you can focus on what is truly important: getting better.
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"Simply the best."Neal and Colby Kuvara worked tirelessly to achieve a result I am happy with. They did not promise me anything they did not deliver. Along with this, they are decent people, not something you may associate with Lawyers. They proceeded at a pace that allowed me to heal and kept me informed of all developments in a timely manner. I could not recommend them more highly.- Jason D.
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"Wish I could give 6-stars."
I had a bad car accident and I had both the pleasure and the best experience with Kuvara Law Firm. Was given excellent top notch service , the firm and its excellent staff went above and beyond the call of duty, I highly recommend. Thank you for everything.
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"They were kind, understanding, and extremely helpful in every conversation."
Beyond grateful with the service and support the professionals at Kuvara Law Firm offered me every step of the way in this process. I know being in a situation of need and not knowing where to begin is overwhelming and quite frankly a bit scary.
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"Colby was professional, caring and listened carefully to what our son's desired outcomes were."
Our adult son was hit by a car while on vacation in San Rafael CA. We recieved the call the night before Thanksgiving 2022. We flew from MPLS to San Fransisco and got to the hospital where our son was. He was injured badly, after emergency brain surgery he was placed in a medically induced coma he woke up after three day's. We decided as a family to contact an attorney. We contacted Kuvara Law firm and talked with Colby. Colby assured us that the only interest she had was the well being of our son. She went above and beyond to navigate out of state insurance and an entire host of other issues. Our entire family would recomend Kuvara Law firm to anyone looking for representation.
- Mike P.
Is It Worth It to Hire a Lawyer?
For most types of accidents, it makes sense to hire an attorney. Studies show that people who have legal representation recover 40% more than people who represent themselves. A personal injury attorney will act in your best interest, and fight to make sure that your legal rights are protected.
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency basis, which means that you don’t have to pay anything upfront to have high-quality legal representation.
If you have been hurt in any type of accident, reach out to a Marin County personal injury attorney today to schedule a free initial consultation.
Types of Cases We Handle
Personal injury law covers many different types of cases. Our law firm handles claims involving a wide range of torts (personal injuries), including:
- Car accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Slip and falls
- Truck accidents
- Uber accidents
- Motorcycle crashes
- Wrongful death
- Rollover accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bus accidents
- Train accidents
- Defective products
- Boating accidents
- Nursing home abuse
- Drunk driving accidents
- Airplane accidents
marin county FAQs
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When Should I Contact a Lawyer?
There is a time limit, known as the statute of limitations, for pursuing a personal injury matter. In California, the statute of limitations is 2 years for most personal injury claims (except medical malpractice, which has a 1-year statute of limitations). Generally, the clock starts to run on this time limit when you knew or should have known of the injury.
For this reason, you should schedule a free consultation with a Marin County personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after an accident. During this appointment, they will offer you legal advice on your claim, so that you can make a decision on how to proceed. If you choose to hire a personal injury law firm, they will make sure that all legal paperwork is filed on time.
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What Is a Good Settlement Offer?
Because each case is unique, a good settlement offer will vary based on a number of factors, including the nature and severity of your injuries, whether you have suffered a permanent disability, the amount of insurance that the at-fault party has, and if a fault is clear. For example, a person who suffered serious burn injuries that will never fully heal will typically receive a higher settlement offer than a person who broke their arm in an accident and who will fully recover within a few months.
During a free consultation, a personal injury lawyer can give you a ballpark estimate of the value of your case. As the case proceeds, this estimate may increase or decrease. Throughout the process, your attorney will offer you legal advice on what fair compensation might be given the specific facts of your case.
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Hurt in an Accident?
Being hurt in an accident can be devastating, causing physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial strain. For many people, the thought of pursuing a personal injury matter is overwhelming. Our law firm is here to help.
Based in San Rafael, Kuvara Law Firm has law offices throughout Northern California, including San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Vallejo, Fairfield, and Redwood City. For more than 40 years, our team has provided aggressive representation to injury victims, working hard to help our personal injury clients get the maximum compensation.
To learn more or to schedule a complimentary consultation with a seasoned Marin County personal injury lawyer, give us a call at (628) 240-1014">(628) 240-1014 or fill out our online contact form.
