Nepali is the national language of Nepal, which is located in the Himalayas region of Southern Asia. It’s the primary language of over 16 million people and spoken by around 9 million people as a second language. With such a large population of Nepali speakers throughout the world, you may assume that there are various services to help those that have emigrated to the U.S. from countries such as Nepal, India, and Bhutan. Unfortunately, these individuals often struggle to navigate the legal system when they have been injured in a serious accident.
If you are in need of legal advice from a Nepali-speaking slip and fall attorney, car accident lawyer, or any other accident injury expert, contact the offices of Normandie Law Firm. We have bilingual lawyers that can communicate with you in Nepali, thereby ensuring that you are fully aware of your rights. Below are some of the practice areas we specialize in:
- Slip and fall / trip and fall
- Motor vehicle accidents involving cars, trucks, vans, motorcycles, bikes, buses, trains, emergency vehicles, etc.
- Rideshare accidents (Uber and Lyft)
- Injured by falling objects
- Aviation accidents (plane or helicopter crash, injuries at the airport)
- Medical malpractice
- Workplace injury claims
- Dog bite lawsuits (and animal attacks, in general)
- Assault and battery
- Sexual assault
- Defective product injuries
Determining your Eligibility for a Lawsuit
Accidents occur on a regular basis, no matter what kind of life you live. However, there’s no denying that most accidents are preventable through basic measures, like obeying the law, maintaining one’s property, and acting with consideration for others. Failing to take reasonable care is defined as “negligence,” and this is the primary element you will need to prove in order to be eligible for a lawsuit. In essence, you must establish:
- You were injured in an accident that was caused by another entity’s careless or reckless actions.
- Because of the other party’s conduct, you are left with a variety of losses, such as medical bills, lost income, damage to your property, and mental anguish.
- Based on the losses you’ve sustained, you are entitled to monetary compensation through an injury claim / lawsuit.
In some cases, negligence is easy to prove, as there is a direct cause for why the victim was injured. A common example is a motorist that was harmed by an intoxicated driver. Clearly, driving under the influence is reckless conduct, which can serve as legal justification for a lawsuit. But there are less direct forms of negligence, which are more challenging to prove. What if, for example, you got into a car wreck on the highway due to a branch falling off a tree? Since major roadways in California are maintained by Caltrans, you may have grounds to sue the government for your accident, even if they did not directly cause the tree branch to fall.
We know that all this information may be overwhelming to you, but rest assured that our attorneys are here to address all your questions and concerns. With decades of experience in the recovery of accident injury settlements, you can count on us to go after the right parties and bring you every penny of the settlement you deserve.
Did You have an Accident while Driving for Lyft or Uber?
Some people drive for Uber and Lyft as a source of side income, while others like the flexibility of working on their own schedule. Many of these drivers in the Los Angeles area are from Nepal and other Asian countries. As a rideshare driver, it’s essential to understand the insurance coverage that’s offered by Uber and Lyft in the event you get into an accident.
If you are in an accident while you are transporting a passenger, you are eligible for up to $1 million of coverage for bodily injuries and damage to your car. If you are logged in and available, but you don’t have a passenger yet, the coverage drops to $100,000 for injuries and up to $25,000 for property damage. Furthermore, both Uber and Lyft offer up to $1 million of insurance protection if your accident was caused by an uninsured or underinsured driver.
Even if you are entitled to compensation from Lyft or Uber, it can be an uphill battle to succeed in a compensation claim with these companies. This is particularly true for drivers with limited English-speaking skills, who are often forced to settle for inadequate payments. The lawyers of Normandie are here to represent you and ensure that you receive fair treatment under the law. Please contact us if you have been injured while driving for Uber or Lyft.
Representation from a Nepali-Speaking Attorney
There are many decisions you will need to make throughout the course of a lawsuit, and it takes a thorough understanding of the laws to choose the best course of action. Unfortunately, this is precisely the reason many Nepali-speaking individuals are taken advantage of by insurance companies. These victims often end up with inadequate settlements or find themselves cheated out of compensation altogether. Our Nepali-speaking accident injury lawyers are here to protect you from these tactics and make sure that you are fully reimbursed by the at fault party.
A free consultation with one of our attorneys is just a phone call away. But we know there are many questions on your mind right now, so we would like to provide some information that can help you feel more empowered.
How much can I receive if I go ahead with a lawsuit?
In order to answer this question with accuracy, we would need to discuss many aspects of your accident, as well as the losses you’ve suffered due to someone else’s negligence. In general, cases involving severe injuries, like paralysis and traumatic brain injury, generate the highest payments. But sexual assault cases, even those with minimal physical injuries, may be worth over $1 million based on the victim’s trauma and the degree of negligence by the responsible parties. The best we can say for now is that an injury claim may be worth around $25,000 to over $2 million, based on our past verdicts and settlements.
How long will I have to wait for my settlement?
Settlement timelines vary considerably from case to case, so it’s impossible to predict ahead of time how long it will take to recover your payment. Some cases are settled in just 30 days, but realistically, most claims take around 6 to 12 months to resolve. Depending on the circumstances, we may have to file a lawsuit on your behalf and prepare for the possibility of taking your case to trial. It’s more than likely that we can achieve a settlement before then, but doing so can take one or more years.
How much time do I have to sue the individual that’s responsible for my accident?
For most accidents, the statute of limitations for a lawsuit is 2 years, starting from the date you were injured. There are exceptions to this rule, meaning you may have less or more time to pursue a legal action. If, for example, you were injured in a government building, you have 6 months to submit a compensation claim to the appropriate agency. It’s essential to verify the filing deadline that applies to your situation. If you are past the statute of limitations, it will be extremely difficult to move forward with a lawsuit. That’s why it’s best to contact an experienced Nepali-speaking lawyer right away, who can initiate an injury claim on your behalf.
Help – I need a Second Opinion my Accident Claim!
If you’ve found a Nepali-speaking lawyer to represent you, we hope you’re receiving the time and attention you deserve from your current law firm. If not, perhaps you can benefit from a second opinion consultation with one of our attorneys. We can help you with any concerns that are on your mind, such as:
- My lawyer’s not calling me back and I don’t know what’s going on with my case!
- My lawyer is pressuring me to settle. Is this really the right decision?
- I don’t think my lawyer’s experienced enough to handle my case. Am I just being paranoid?
A Nepali-speaking legal expert at our law firm will evaluate your claim and advise you on the steps you can take, but what you choose to do with our advice is completely up to you. This is a free service, by the way, so please take the opportunity of reaching out to us for a second opinion consultation.
We Don’t Get Paid Unless You Get Paid
It’s bad enough when you’ve been the victim of an accident through no fault of your own. But it’s entirely unfair to make victims choose between paying their bills and hiring a qualified attorney. Our goal is to take that stress off your shoulders with the Zero Fee Guarantee. You pay nothing to retain our services, since our attorneys work on contingency. That means we wait until the end of your case to receive payment. If we don’t succeed in bringing you compensation, you won’t be responsible for any legal fees.
Our bilingual accident injury lawyers are standing by to assist you. We are available 24/7, so don’t hesitate to give us a call if you’d like to learn about your rights and legal options.
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