Escondido, California is a city in the North County Region of San Diego County. It is one of the county’s oldest cities, with a population of over 151,000 as of 2020. There are different accounts of how the town got its name, which means “hidden” in Spanish. It may be a shortened version of “agua escondida,” or hidden water, but others say it refers to the term “hidden treasure.”
No matter how it got its name, there’s no denying that many residents consider themselves lucky to be living in this vast and thriving city with a wide selection of stores, art galleries, museums, and cafes. But so much of what goes on within city borders depends on the government. That’s why the city of Escondido agencies and employees must be diligent in their duties to the public. Otherwise, people can end up being injuries from incidents, like:
- Fall accidents (slip and fall or trip and fall)
- City vehicle accidents, including injuries to pedestrians
- Falling tree branches and other objects in public spaces
- Collapsed roof or other structures operated by the city
- Sexual assault / assault and battery by city employee
- Accidents on properties owned by a school district
Carelessness or reckless conduct by city agencies and the people who work for them should never be tolerated. Our law firm can help you file a claim against the city of Escondido for medical expenses, pain and suffering and other types of monetary compensation. Contact the offices of Normandie Law Firm and schedule a free, private consultation.
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How can I File a City of Escondido Compensation Claim?
You can file a claim for bodily harm or damage to property with the city of Escondido by downloading the claim form off the city’s website or by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 839-4617 between 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday. This is also the office where you will need to file your claim once you have answered all the questions and provided documentation to show why the city is at fault. The forms should have instructions on where you to send the forms, which you can generally do in person or by mail.
Frankly, proving that someone else is legally responsible for an accident is much harder than it would appear at first. And the government of Escondido has its own legal team with experts who are skilled at reducing or eliminating the city’s liability. This is why claimants who represent themselves usually end up with rejected claims or payments that are inadequate for their current and future losses.
To maximize your chances of a successful recovery, contact our law firm and schedule a free case evaluation. One of our attorneys will answer any questions you have about the legal process and file your claim with all the necessary evidence to show that you are owed compensation by the city of Escondido.
Deadline to File a Claim with the City of Escondido is 6 Months
Believe it or not, you only have 6 months to submit a damages claim if the city of Escondido is responsible for your accident. This is the statute of limitations for all negligence claims against the government, whether you are suing a city, county, or the state of California. The 6-month timeline begins on the date of injury, so with each passing day, you are one step closer to losing the right to sue the city of Escondido. Please don’t delay in contacting our office and starting the claims process with a government claims lawsuit attorney.
When will I Find Out the Status of my Claim?
From the date of receiving your paperwork, the city of Escondido must provide you with some sort of response within 45 days. So, this is how long you will need to wait in order to find out if your claim was approved or denied. It’s possible you may get an answer in just a couple of weeks, but this is unlikely, considering how many claims the city is dealing with at any given time.
Those who get an approval notice are understandably relieved, as it means the city is willing to compensate them. But the justice system isn’t closed off to you if the city rejects your demand for payment. As long they rejected you in writing, you have 6 months from the date on the denial notice to sue the city by filing a lawsuit with the appropriate court system. A lawsuit can also be filed if the city doesn’t get back to you in writing by the deadline of 45 days. The lack of written notice gives you 2 years from the date of injury / property damage to sue the city of Escondido.
Filing a Claim for Accidents at an Escondido Public School
Public schools in Escondido are operated by the Escondido Union School District and the Escondido Union High School District. Officials and staff members of the district have a duty of care to ensure that the premises are safe, and that students, teachers, parents, and other guests are protected from hazards that can lead to injury.
If you or someone in your family was injured on school property owned by the Escondido school system, we can help you file a claim against the district, which has its own set of rules and procedures. Contact us today if you need help filing an injury claim with any of these schools:
- Bernardo Elementary School
- Central Elementary School
- Conway Elementary School
- Farr Avenue Elementary School
- Felicita Elementary School
- Glenview Elementary School
- Juniper elementary School
- Lincoln Elementary School
- L.R. Green Elementary School
- Miller Elementary School
- North Broadway Elementary School
- Oak Hill Elementary School
- Orange Glen Elementary School
- Pioneer Elementary School
- Reidy Creek Elementary School
- Rock Springs Elementary School
- Rose Elementary School
- Quantum Academy
- Bear Valley Middle School
- Del Dios Middle School
- Hidden Valley Middle School
- Mission Middle School
- Rincon Middle School
- Escondido High School
- Valley High School
- Orange Glen High School
- Del Lago Academy
- San Pasqual High School
- Escondido College, Career & Technical Education (CTE)
- Escondido Adult School
Value of a City of Escondido Accident Injury Claim
Settlement values for accident claims against the City of Escondido range from $5,000 to over $1,000,000 based on a variety of issues that are specific to each case. Many claimants wish to know what these cases are worth on average, but this is impossible to determine, as there are different types of accidents resulting in different injuries, which have specific consequences for the victim and their loved ones. Even if we look at lawsuits for the same type of accident, like a falling branch incident at a city park, one person may receive around $2,000,000 while another victim’s total damages amount to $10,000.
What matters is obtaining the right payment amount based on your own circumstances. Our legal team is here to help you calculate how much you are entitled to from a city of Escondido compensation claim, so contact us at your earliest convenience.
How Long is the Process to Settle a City of Escondido Accident Claim?
If you are able to settle your case with the city of Escondido during the claims process, it may take just a few months to receive payment for the harm you’ve suffered. But rejections are quite common when it comes to claims against the government. That means you will need to seek damages by filing a lawsuit, and this is why 1 to 2 years is the average amount of time to settle most liability claim against the city of Escondido.
Our goal is to negotiate a fair amount of damages within 12 months, but the more serious your injuries, the longer it may take for both sides to agree on the settlement you deserve. One thing we can say for sure is that 95% of all accident claims are settled out of court, so we don’t anticipate the need for a trial. If a trial were to happen, recovering your settlement via jury verdict can take more than 3 years.
No Cost Legal Services
Normandie Law Firm operates under a contingency fee policy known as the Zero Fee Guarantee. Clients pay $0 to hire a lawyer that can sue for incidents caused by negligence and misconduct. As long as we recover your settlement, the city of Escondido pays all our expenses. If not, we charge you $0 in legal fees, so you never pay out of pocket if you hire us to represent you.
Please don’t delay in giving us a call and talking to a lawyer about your rights and legal options. We look forward to fighting for your rights and bringing you maximum payment for the harm you suffered.
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