Have you been injured in an accident and need legal advice from an attorney that can communicate with you in Serbian? Our law firm has bilingual accident injury lawyers, who can advise you of your legal rights in Serbian. You are not alone in your struggle for justice, as California is home to one of the largest concentrations of Serbian-speaking immigrants in the United States. Normandie Law Firm is here for you if you are from one of the following countries where Serbian is a majority or minority language:
- Serbia
- Bosnia
- Herzegovina
- Kosovo
- Montenegro
- Croatia
- North Macedonia
- Hungary
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Czech Republic
If there is another party that is responsible for your accident, whether it be an individual, a company, or government agency, you have the right to seek compensation as an injury victim. Unfortunately, the legal system has are many complications that are difficult to overcome if English is not your first language. That’s why it’s essential to seek guidance from an attorney that can communicate with you in your preferred language. For a free consultation with a Serbian-speaking accident injury lawyer, please give us a call as soon as possible.
Can I Sue for my Injuries from an Accident?
Your right to sue another individual or entity depends on the exact cause of your accident. Specifically, you would need to prove that you were injured due to another party’s careless or reckless conduct. For example, if you were in a car accident, you may have grounds to sue if the other driver was speeding when they ran into you. Property owners can be negligent as well if they fail to take care of dangerous conditions on their property. In some accidents, like medical malpractice, liability may be shared by multiple parties, including the medical staff and hospital administrators.
Once we determine who is responsible for your injuries, we will take immediate action on your case and fight to bring you every penny you deserve. You can count on us to develop the right legal strategy for your needs, no matter what kind of accident you’ve suffered. Here are just some of the personal injury claims we specialize in:
- Slip and fall / trip and fall accidents
- Car accidents
- Uber or Lyft accidents (drivers and passengers)
- Injuries from falling objects
- Assault and battery incidents
- Sexual assault
- Dog bite and animal attack injuries
- Defective product accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Workplace injury
Our Recent Verdicts and Settlements
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$1.1 Million
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Workplace Injury Compensation
Accidents at work are extremely common, and many of these involve serious, life-threatening injuries. In fact, workplace injuries were responsible for over 1.8 million emergency room visits in 2020, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.
As an injured worker in the state of California, you are entitled to workers’ compensation. These payments will cover your medical costs and a portion of the wages you will lose during the recovery period. You do not have to prove that your employer is at fault for the accident; you are eligible for these benefits as long as you were injured during the course of your job duties.
Applying for workers’ compensation is a fairly straightforward process when you are familiar with the English language. However, if you are from another country, it can be very challenging to make sense of the paperwork and submit your claim in a timely manner. Sadly, many non-English speaking workers are misled on their legal rights and find themselves without the payments they desperately need. That’s why we offer legal services in a variety of languages, including Serbian. If you have been injured on the job, contact us to learn about your rights and legal options from a Serbian-speaking workplace injury lawyer
Average Value of an Accident Injury Lawsuit
The amount of damages you can receive as an accident victim depends on the losses you’ve suffered, which may include:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Property damage
Depending on the total value of these damages, your injury claim may be worth around $15,000 to over $2 million. Cases with the highest values typically involve severe, disabling injuries, like traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, and loss of function. However, cases that are based on severe emotional trauma, like sexual assault, can be extremely valuable as well. Based on previous settlements and verdicts recovered by our attorneys, we would say these cases are worth around $1 million to $7.5 million.
How long is the Process to Settle my Case?
Ultimately, settling your case and helping you move forward with your life is our main priority as personal injury lawyers. Ideally, we can accomplish that goal within 6 months from the submission of your accident claim. However, the process of negotiating a settlement generally takes longer – possibly 12 to 18 months – when serious injuries are involved. If the other party’s insurance company refuses to negotiate in good faith, we will file a lawsuit on your behalf in order to seek maximum payment for your accident. It’s more than likely that your case will be settled without the need for a trial, but getting to that point can take one or more years.
Second Opinion from a Serbian Speaking Attorney
If you’ve found a Serbian-speaking attorney at another law firm, we hope that you are receiving the time and attention you deserve as an injury victim. If not, perhaps we can help you with a second opinion consultation. Many people with active accident cases are frustrated by the lack of progress on their case, or by attorneys that don’t call them back. Fortunately, you do have legal options in these situations, including the right to switch your lawyer at any point in your case. But this is a big step, no matter where you are in the legal process.
Our goal is to help you make an informed decision based on the legal actions that are available to you. At the end of the consultation, you may decide to stay with your current attorney, which is completely up to you. The consultation is still free of charge, so there’s no harm in seeking a second opinion from a Serbian-speaking attorney at our law firm.
Deadline to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit
All civil lawsuits in California are subject to what is known as the statute of limitations. This means you have a limited amount of time to take legal action against the party that has caused you physical and/or emotional harm. The statute of limitations for most accident cases is two years, though you may have less time to file a claim depending on the party you are suing. For example, if you are seeking damages from a state, county, or city agency, you must submit a formal claim for compensation within 6 months of your accident date. Don’t worry if you are confused by any of this information. An experienced personal injury lawyer is available to answer all your questions in Serbian when you give us a call.
Normandie Law Firm is Here for You
Navigating the legal system can seem like an impossible task when you are from another country. Even if you have some familiarity with the English language, laws and court procedures can be very complicated. As a result, many non-English speaking victims give up on the idea of demanding the compensation they are owed.
However, justice is possible with the lawyers of Normandie by your side. As part of the Los Angeles community, we are invested in the representation of all injury victims, regardless of where they’re from or what language they speak. As a sign of our commitment to you and your case, we will never charge upfront for any of our services. The cost of representing you will be covered by the party you are suing, so the only way we get paid is by winning your case. If we lose, the Zero fee guarantee allows you to walk away without any responsibility for our expenses.
We are available to speak with you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call Normandie Law Firm if you’re ready to explore your legal options with a Serbian-speaking accident injury lawyer.
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