The coastal city of Solano Beach is known for creating the first smoking ban on public beaches, which set off the trend of no smoking laws in other coastal cities throughout California. But the city also has a thriving arts and culture scene, with more than 85 art galleries located in the Cedros Design District. There is also a well-known farmers market, cafes, boutiques and other businesses that make Solano Beach a fun place to visit or live in.
There’s no denying that Solano Beach has a lot to offer, but one thing no wants to experience is an accident that results in serious injuries. Unfortunately, some of these incidents are a direct result of poor judgment and negligent behavior by city workers and agencies.
Were you injured from tripping over a crack on a city sidewalk? Did excessive violence by law enforcement cause you physical and emotional trauma? Or, maybe you have the right to seek compensation from the Solano Beach School District if your child was hurt on school property. Our team of personal injury lawyers can help you with any claim for an accident caused by the city government of Solano beach. To learn more about your rights, contact us immediately to schedule a free consultation.
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How to File an Injury Case against the City of Solano Beach
In order to obtain medical expenses, loss of property and other damages from the city of Solano Beach, you must fill out a “Claim against the City of Solano Beach,” which you can download here or obtain by visiting the City Clerk’s Office. Along with answering questions about the accident, how the city is liable, and the amount of compensation you are owed, you must attach various forms of evidence (diagrams, photos, receipts, etc.). We recommend that you ask a government negligence claims attorney to help you with this process to ensure that you have a solid case.
The claim can be mailed or hand-delivered to the City Clerk’s at the address on the first page of the application. Once the paperwork is out of your hands, it’s simply a matter of waiting for the city to approve or reject your claim. But how long does that take, and what do you do if the city refuses to accept responsibility and provide you with restitution?
What Happens to Your Claim after It’s Filed with the City of Solano?
From the City Clerk’s Office, your claim will be forwarded to another department that investigates the incident and makes a ruling on whether or not the city is liable. If they accept liability, you will receive a formal letter within 45 days with a settlement offer. If they determine that they are not responsible for the harm you suffered, you will receive a rejection notice (by mail or email), instead.
The deadline is based on the California Tort Claims Act, so the city has to provide you with a written response in 45 days. It’s possible that if the accident is especially complex, the city may ask for additional time to conduct an investigation, but they have a legal duty to notify you if this is the case.
In the event your claim is denied, the next step is to file a personal injury lawsuit no later than 6 months from the date of rejection. Alternatively, you can also move forward with a lawsuit if you do not receive written notice from the city, though this is quite rare. Without the city’s response, however, a lawsuit can be filed up to 2 years of when the accident took place.
What is the Time Limit to Submit a City of Solano Beach Liability Claim?
Please note that there is a firm deadline of 6 months to file a claim against any government entity in the state of California. So, if you are seeking monetary damages for negligence by the city of Solano Beach, you have 6 months starting from the accident date to submit the necessary paperwork. Should you exceed the statute of limitations, there is virtually no way to proceed with a legal case against the city. Please don’t delay in giving us a call and allowing us to help you with a claim against the City of Solano Beach.
Average Value of a City of Solano Beach Injury Case
An accident claim against the city of Solano Beach can be worth between $5,000 and $3,000,000, and even more depending on a variety of factors. Generally, those with permanent / disabling injuries receive the highest payments, and these awards generally start at around $1,000,000. However, even cases of moderate injuries can have values of $75,000 to $150,000 based on the victim’s monetary losses. At the end of the day, it’s important to discuss your case with a city government claims attorney and learn how much you are entitled to from a claim for damages.
How Long Does it Take to Settle a City Government Accident Claim?
A lawsuit against the city of Solano Beach may take anywhere from 6 to 24 months, though we would say that overall, injury claims against the government take around 1 year from start to finish. A time period of 2 to 3 years may be necessary for exceptionally high value cases involving severe / permanent injuries. Though it happens in less than 5% of all personal injury lawsuits, some of these claims do end up in court. If a trial is needed to recover the damages you are owed, the entire process of suing the city of Solano Beach will take over 3 years
Contact Normandie Law Firm
Negligent conduct by city governments can have devastating consequences for many people, and there’s no reason for these victims to be denied compensation from an accident claim. But navigating the legal system and obtaining the amount you are entitled to is very challenging to achieve without help from a City of Solano Beach lawsuit attorney.
You won’t be responsible for any legal fees, which we demand from the city government. As a result, attorneys’ fees are included in your settlement award, so recovering your payment is the only way we get paid. For a free case evaluation on your rights and legal options, contact our office as soon as possible.
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