Located in the Palo Verde Valley region, Blythe is known as a stopover city, particularly for those traveling from Los Angeles to California. This is due to the town being situated near the border of Arizona and California in eastern Riverside County. That’s why tourism is the city’s number one industry, despite the fact that Blythe has a small town, family-oriented atmosphere. Blythe also known for its thriving cannabis industry, which was established after marijuana was approved for recreational use in California.
Blythe is serviced by numerous city, county, and state agencies that have many purposes, like law enforcement, firefighting, and maintaining public properties. It goes without saying that responsible management, strong leadership, and professional conduct are essential to serving residents and visitors to the city of Blythe. Yet, there are many examples of careless or reckless behavior that cause people to be injured. That’s why our lawyers are here to help if you were involved in an accident, such as:
- Trip and fall due to cracked city sidewalks
- Hit by debris or falling objects on city property
- Slip and fall in city-owned buildings, parking lots, etc.
- Struck by city-operated vehicles like police cars and fire trucks
- Accidents caused by dangerous road conditions
- Assault and battery
- Sexual assault
For more information on your rights and legal options, please contact the offices of Normandie Law Firm.
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How to File a City of Blythe Accident Claim
Claims with the city of Blythe must be filed using the forms that are issued by the city government. The forms can be downloaded here or obtained by calling the City Clerk’s office at (760) 922-6161 ext. 1237.
There are some instructions on the forms that are helpful, but the city cannot provide you with legal advice, which is strongly recommended to ensure that you answer the questions correctly. You will also need evidence that proves the city’s liability and why you are owed the compensation you are claiming. Making a strong case for damages is difficult without help from a personal injury lawyer, which we can provide you with here at Normandie Law Firm.
Once your claim is processed by the City Clerk, you will need to wait 45 days to find out if it was accepted or denied. If your claim is accepted, all you have to do is wait for payment from the applicable city department. If, on the other hand, you receive a rejection notice, you have 6 months to file a lawsuit against the city.
It’s been 45 Days and I Got Nothing from the City – What Now?
Generally, city governments do make it a point to accept or deny a liability claim, as it is their legal responsibility to do so. But yes, there are instances of the city failing to send notice by mail or email on whether a claim was accepted or denied. If you have waited 45 days from when your claim was filed by the City Clerk, you have the right to file a lawsuit and demand the compensation you are owed. Without written notice, your claim is rejected by default, which gives you 2 years after the accident date to file your lawsuit.
What is the Time Limit to Sue the City of Blythe?
All claims for liability by the government have to be filed no less than 6 months from the incident date. So, that gives you 6 months starting from whenever you were injured if you wish to file a Claim for Damages with the city of Blythe. While this is a tight deadline when one is recovering from an accident, this is a legal requirement that cannot be waived.
Please be aware that you will permanently lose the right to seek compensation from the city if you exceed the 6-month statute of limitations. Our law firm has decades of experience in personal injury claims against city, county, and state agencies. You can count on us to gather evidence, build a solid case, and submit your claim before the statutory deadline.
What is the Average Value of a Claim against the City of Blythe?
Those who succeed in a compensation claim against the city of Blythe can end up with anywhere from $5,000 to several million dollars. The amount you will receive is based on many factors that we can discuss with you during a free consultation. However, we would say that your injuries and their long-term impact on your life is the most important element. For those who experience disability and other permanent complications, payments are likely to exceed $1,000,000. But those with mild to moderate injuries may receive less than $15,000.
How Long will It Take to Get Paid from a City of Blythe Incident Claim?
Settling an accident case against the city of Blythe will probably take 12 to 24 months, which we are basing on compensation claims against city and county governments in the state of California. There are instances where a favorable settlement is achieved in just a few months, but this is not common when you are suing a government agency. Overall, 1 to 2 years is the expected timeline if we are able to work out a settlement without court intervention. If we need to take your case to trial, the legal process will likely take over 3 years. Keep in mind that these are estimates at the end of the day, and the actual amount of time to reach a settlement can vary significantly from one case to another.
Contact Our Law Firm
Victims of negligence or willful misconduct deserve representation from an experienced attorney. But many accident victims are struggling with their finances, and there is no way they can pay for a lawyer to help them sue the City of Blythe. That’s why our law firm has always provided free legal services to anyone that’s eligible for a personal injury claim.
We charge you $0 in legal fees, and instead, ask for the city government to reimburse us for the costs associated with your case. Your settlement award includes our expenses, which means winning your case is the only way we get paid. If we fail to secure your settlement, you owe us nothing, as we have a Zero Fee Guarantee policy.
For more information on suing the City of Blythe for injuries or damage / loss of property, contact us today.
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