How to File an Injury Accident Case against the City of Muscoy

Muscoy is a community in San Bernardino County that’s known for its farms and rural atmosphere. Though many people mistake Muscoy for a city, it’s actually a CDP, or census-designated place. With a population of around 10,000 people and plenty of land, most residents live in Muscoy to raise horses and other animals, with the level of quiet and privacy that you won’t find in most other cities in San Bernardino County.

This region enjoys a low crime rate and an atmosphere of traditional, small town values. But those who live in Muscoy can still be injured from an unexpected accident or incident of assault. Though some of these are a matter of bad luck, others are caused by negligent individuals. If the party that caused or contributed to your accident works for the city of Muscoy, you have the right to demand compensation for your monetary losses. But suing anyone is a complicated process, and even more so when you are suing a public entity.

That’s why the lawyers of Normandie Law Firm are here for you day and night if you have questions about your legal rights. We are happy to provide you with a free case evaluation, which you can schedule by contacting our office.

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How to File an Accident Claim against the City of Muscoy

As we mentioned before, Muscoy is a census-designated place within San Bernardino County. Since the community is not a municipality on its own, you will need to file a claim at the county level, i.e., the County of San Bernardino. Click here to download the claim forms, which you must file with the county’s Risk Management Division.

Please note that this is the only claim form that will be accepted by San Bernardino County, and there is tight deadline for how long you have to submit your paperwork, which we will cover in a later section. You must also attach evidence that shows why you are entitled to the amount you are seeking and how the city is at fault for the damages you suffered. Making a legal argument that cannot be refuted by the county is extremely challenging, so please consider asking for help from a government claims lawsuit attorney.

Suing a Public School District for Injuries from an Accident

Because Muscoy is a CDC rather than a city, children can attend a variety of schools within Muscoy and the surrounding municipalities. If you or your child is injured on school property, the general procedure is to file a claim with the school district, then proceed to a lawsuit if your claim is denied. But you must ensure that you file a claim with the correct school district, like San Bernardino City Unified or Etiwanda Elementary.

Lawsuits are especially complicated if the accident occurred at a charter school, as there are laws in California that limit a school district’s liability for negligence by charter schools. Thus, who and how you will need to sue can be vastly different than a standard public school injury claim. Considering the issues that you may encounter, it’s in your best interest to consult a lawyer with experience in suing for accidents at schools and learning academies in the state of California. Please contact us right away for help with a personal injury lawsuit against the following schools in and around Muscoy, California:

• Middle College High School
• Richardson Prep Hi Middle School
• Falcon Ridge Elementary
• Arroyo Valley High School
• Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary School
• Vermont Elementary School
• Cesar E. Chavez Middle School
• Public Safety Academy
• Asa Charter School
• Dolores Huerta International Academy
• Muscoy Elementary School
• Provisional Accelerated Learning Charter School
• Mojave River Academy – National Trails
• San Andreas High School
• Soar Charter Academy
• Hardy Brown College Prep
• Community School / Independent Alternative Education
• Norton Science and Language Academy
• Shandin Hills Middle School
• Entrepreneur High School
• Options for Youth – Acton
• Vista Norte Public Charter School
• Come Back Kids
• Options for Youth – San Bernardino
• Sierra High School
• New Vision Middle School
• iEmpire Academy
• Woodward Leadership Academy
• Savant Preparatory Academy of Business
• Mojave River Academy – Gold Canyon

What is the Deadline to File a City of Muscoy Accident Claim?

Under the CTCA, or the California Tort Claims Act, all claims for compensation against the government must be filed no less than 6 months from the date of injury / property damage. This is much less time than the standard statute of limitations for a personal injury claim, which is 2 years. Unfortunately, you will lose the right to sue altogether if you are past the 6-month mark. Please don’t delay in reaching out to an accident injury attorney, who can make sure that your injury claim is submitted by the required deadline.

How Long Do these Lawsuits Take to Settle?

All city and county governments have 45 days to review a claim and notify the victim of their findings. Keep in mind that this is 45 days from when your claim is received by the appropriate agency, which is important to keep in mind if you are mailing your forms instead of dropping them off.

It’s a relief to get an approval notice and know that your losses will be covered by the county. But don’t be discouraged if you get a rejection notice from San Bernardino County. This happens to a lot of claimants, but the next step is to file a lawsuit with the court system within 6 months. If there is no written response from San Bernardino County in 45 days, you can also go ahead with a lawsuit, tough in this case, your deadline to file is 2 years after the incident.

How Much will I Receive from a City of Muscoy Injury Case?

Claims for accidents caused by government entities may be settled for amounts ranging from $10,000 to $2,500,000 based on the degree of injury to the victim, the act of negligence by the defendant, and various other factors. Of course, these are only estimates, and it’s important to keep in mind that the amount of compensation can fall below or above these amounts. At the end of the day, our job is to help you obtain maximum compensation, which is why we have to determine all the damages you are entitled to. Since we can only do this by speaking with you in person, please contact our law firm and schedule a free consultation.

How Long is the Process of Settling a City Government Accident Claim?

We generally find that government claims for injuries take between 12 and 24 months before a settlement is reached that both sides can agree on. In our experience, over 95% of personal injury cases are settled out of court, so a trial is unlikely to happen. But even without court intervention, settling a compensation claim against a government entity is a long process due to the legal requirements of the California Tort Claims Act. Nevertheless, we are confident in our ability to recover the payment you deserve, but how long it takes to get to that point can be anywhere from 6 months to 2 years.

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Legal representation doesn’t come cheap, and it’s understandable that many people try to handle the claims process on their own because of this fact. But you will never have to worry about the cost of hiring a lawyer when you contact us. All legal services are free to you as the victim of a city government’s negligence. We ask the relevant city or county department to cover our expenses, which is issued at the same time as your settlement check. So, if we fail to win your case, you won’t be responsible for a single penny in legal fees.

For a free case review to learn about your rights and legal options, call the attorneys of Normandie Law Firm.

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