Safeguarding Your Rights After a Personal Injury in Burbank
If you've been injured in Burbank due to another party's negligence, you’re entitled to seek compensation for the losses you've incurred. This may include medical bills and lost income, along with emotional distress and other intangible losses.
We want you to know your rights and your legal options. When you book an initial free consultation with HHT Law, you’ll be taking a fearless first step toward securing financial stability and regaining peace of mind.
Our Commitment to Your Recovery in Burbank
At HHT Law, we build relationships not through overly formal interviews but through friendly and relaxed conversations. We want you to feel at home in our law offices, and we take the time to understand you and build a rapport.
Here's what you can expect when you choose HHT Law as your legal advocate in Burbank.
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Client-First Approach
We remain responsive throughout your legal journey. You can expect to be updated regularly, and our team will address your questions and concerns without delay.
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Experienced Legal Team
Our skilled Burbank personal injury attorneys handle claims with confidence. We’ll get to work investigating your case, gathering evidence, and developing a legal strategy that you feel comfortable with.
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Fierce Advocacy
We are tenacious negotiators, working hard to secure a fair settlement from the responsible party or their insurance provider. If we have to take your case to trial, we’ll make sure your voice is heard in court.
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Comprehensive Support
Our team manages every detail of your claim — from filing paperwork to negotiating with insurers — so you can focus fully on your physical and emotional recovery.
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Risk-Free Representation
Everyone should have access to a skilled legal team, no matter their financial circumstances. With our contingency fee arrangement, you don’t pay us unless we win your case.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Represent
Burbank is an idyllic community that offers a great deal of amenities and enjoyment to those who call it home. Unfortunately, even the most peaceful places see their share of accidents and injuries.
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Motor Vehicle Accidents
On Burbank’s freeways and crowded commercial streets, traffic collisions are all too common. We represent clients injured in the following types of motor vehicle accidents.
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From minor collisions on city streets to multivehicle crashes on major freeways, car accidents are a common cause of injuries in Burbank. We represent victims of car accidents caused by distracted driving, reckless speeding, failure to yield, and other acts of negligence.
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Due to the size of commercial trucks, accidents involving these vehicles can have catastrophic outcomes. We are familiar with trucking regulations and know how to hold negligent drivers and trucking companies accountable for the harm they cause.
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While the San Fernando Valley is a motorcyclist’s paradise, riders are especially vulnerable to the recklessness of car and truck drivers. We fight to protect the rights of motorcyclists, helping them seek compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
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The sunny weather makes Burbank an ideal location for cycling, whether you’re getting in shape, commuting to work, or just enjoying a peaceful ride. Unfortunately, that peace can be shattered in an instant. We represent cyclists injured due to negligent drivers, unsafe road conditions, or defective bicycle components.
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Uber and Lyft offer convenience to Burbank residents, but accidents involving rideshare drivers bring unique legal challenges. Liability for these accidents is complicated, and claims may involve both the rideshare company’s and the driver’s insurer. We help clients determine the responsible parties and aggressively pursue them for compensation.
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Bodily Injuries
The most devastating accidents require the fiercest legal representation. After a serious injury, turn to our attorneys for a helping hand.
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The loss of a limb is life-changing. We help clients get the financial support they need for necessary medical care, prosthetics, and rehabilitation. Furthermore, we’ll fight for full compensation for the effects of the injury on our client’s ability to earn a living or care for their loved ones.
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Brain injuries can impact cognitive function, physical abilities, and emotional well-being. We advocate for clients with brain injuries, securing compensation for long-term medical needs and rehabilitation.
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Burns are particularly painful and often lead to significant scarring. We help burn victims in Burbank access specialized treatment and pursue compensation for both physical and emotional trauma.
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Other Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries lead to long-term or permanent disabilities. We fight for clients with these injuries to receive the lifetime support and resources they need. We put all of our legal acumen to work for clients who have lost their sight, hearing, or mobility due to another party’s negligence.
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Other Personal Injury Cases
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Pedestrian accidents are too often tragic. We represent pedestrians who have been harmed due to negligent drivers or poorly maintained crosswalks and sidewalks.
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A serious injury can happen from falling in a parking lot, a store, or any other public area. We represent victims injured due to unsafe conditions like wet floors, poor lighting, and uneven surfaces.
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Premises Liability Incidents
Property owners are responsible for maintaining safe premises. We advocate for individuals harmed on someone else’s property due to hazards like inadequate security, dog attacks, and unsafe building conditions.
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If you’ve lost a loved one due to another’s negligence, we can help you pursue a wrongful death claim to seek justice and compensation for your loss.
Overcoming Common Doubts About Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
Most of our clients have never hired a personal injury lawyer before, and they often come to our offices with understandable concerns. We never want you to feel intimidated by the legal system; our goal is to make you feel at ease.
Here, we address some common concerns about hiring a lawyer.
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Concern About Cost
Some people assume that hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer won’t be worth the cost. We disagree. Many people without legal representation settle for less than they deserve because they don’t know what the true value of their claim is or how to prove their losses.
And since we work on a contingency fee basis, you don’t pay us unless you get paid. This means that your fight is our fight.
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Fear of a Long Legal Process
While some cases can take time, we’ll do everything we can to streamline the process. We’ll take on the time-consuming work, keeping you updated throughout negotiations so that you can spend your time on the things that matter.
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Uncertainty About Case Strength
You might be unsure about whether your case is strong enough. Don’t worry — you have nothing to lose by coming in for a free consultation. Let us evaluate your case, determine its strength, and explain what your next steps might be.
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Worry About Choosing the Right Lawyer
An attorney with a strong track record, a client-focused approach, and an open communication style can make a big difference in both the outcome of your case and the way you feel about it. We want you to feel comfortable about choosing our firm, which is why we offer free, no-obligation consultations for personal injury cases.
Determining Negligence in Your Burbank Personal Injury Case
Proving negligence is essential in any personal injury claim, as it establishes that another party’s actions — or failure to act — directly led to your injuries.
“Negligence” means that a person or organization did not exercise the reasonable care expected in the situation. Some common examples of negligence include failing to follow traffic laws or neglecting property maintenance.
How HHT Law Demonstrates Negligence
To establish negligence, we must prove four elements: duty, breach, causation, and damages.
First, we must show that the defendant owed you a duty of care, like a driver’s duty to drive responsibly. Next, there must be a breach of this duty, such as failing to yield or ignoring a safety rule.
Causation links this breach to your injuries; we show that the defendant’s actions directly caused harm. Finally, we must demonstrate that you suffered actual losses, such as medical expenses or lost wages, due to the incident.
What Types of Damages Are Recoverable in a Burbank Personal Injury Lawsuit?
By filing a personal injury lawsuit, our goal is to secure compensation for the harm you’ve endured due to another’s negligence. This harm isn’t limited to medical costs, although these costs form the foundation for many claims.
The Burbank personal injury attorneys at HHT Law will carefully assess your case to identify the types of damages you may be entitled to recover.
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Economic Damages
These damages compensate for out-of-pocket expenses like medical bills, lost income, damaged property, and other costs directly related to the injury. They also include potential future expenses and losses if your injury is long-term or permanent.
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Non-Economic Damages
In cases where a severe injury impacts the plaintiff’s ability to maintain their previous quality of life, non-economic damages are awarded in consideration for these intangible losses.
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Wrongful Death Damages
If a loved one lost their life due to someone else’s negligence, wrongful death damages can help family members recover costs associated with medical bills, funeral expenses, lost support, and more.
What Factors Influence the Value of My Personal Injury Case?
Several factors contribute to the potential value of personal injury claims. We’ll evaluate each of these factors and estimate fair compensation that reflects the true impact of the injury on your life and future. Here’s what we’ll consider.
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Severity and Extent of Injuries
The more severe and long-lasting your injuries, the higher the potential value of your claim. Serious injuries, such as burns, brain injuries, or spinal damage, generally result in greater compensation due to their lasting effects and the need for ongoing care.
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Medical Expenses
All costs related to treatment, including emergency care, surgeries, medications, physical therapy, and long-term rehabilitation, are considered. Future medical needs, such as ongoing therapy or adaptive equipment, should also be included in your claim.
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Lost Wages and Future Earning Capacity
If the injury has caused you to miss work, you may recover compensation for your lost wages. Additionally, a severe injury could affect your ability to earn a similar income in the future. We’ll calculate this lost earning potential and include it in your claim.
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Pain and Suffering
Physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment in life are subjective damages that may be awarded based on the injury’s impact on your daily life. Severe or permanent injuries that affect a client’s quality of life can warrant higher compensation.
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Comparative Negligence
Your level of responsibility for the accident can influence your claim. California's comparative negligence law allows you to recover damages even if you share some fault, but your compensation may be reduced depending on your degree of liability.
How to Protect Your Right to Compensation After a Serious Accident in Burbank
If you’re seriously injured due to someone else’s negligence, we want to ensure you know what to do. Remember these steps, which can help protect your safety, your future, and your right to compensation.
First, seek immediate medical attention. Getting prompt medical care not only safeguards your health but also creates a documented timeline of your injuries, which can be essential for your claim.
Next, document as much as possible about the accident (if it’s safe to do so). Capture photos of the accident scene, your injuries, and any other relevant details that might support your case.
Always report an accident. For incidents in a public location or business, inform a supervisor, even if you don’t require emergency treatment on-site. For vehicle accidents, contact the police and file an official report as soon as you are able. This documentation can serve as important evidence.
Finally, consult a personal injury attorney at your earliest opportunity. An experienced attorney can review your case and explain your next steps.
Steps in the Personal Injury Claim Process
Sometimes, receiving injury compensation is simple. This happens when an insurance provider offers a fair settlement right away. But if the insurer is not forthcoming — which is pretty often — here’s how we’ll move forward with your claim.
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Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
The first step in pursuing full compensation is filing a lawsuit. We’ll prepare and submit essential legal documents to formally initiate your case. Our team carefully drafts these documents to clearly represent your claim.
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Discovery Phase
In the discovery phase, both sides gather and exchange critical information, such as witness statements, medical records, and accident reports. In this phase, we collect and present evidence that reinforces your case, thoroughly reviewing each piece to prepare for settlement discussions or trial.
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Settlement Discussions
Following discovery, the settlement discussions begin in earnest. Since the insurer can now see the full strength of your case, it might be more willing to resolve the case out of court.
Our team negotiates on your behalf, working to secure fair compensation that aligns with the losses you’ve suffered. We aim for an outcome that avoids the need for a lengthy trial while still protecting your best interests.
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Trial Process
Most cases end in settlements. But if one cannot be reached, the case proceeds to trial. Our experienced attorneys present a compelling case in court, using the evidence we’ve gathered and making well-crafted arguments to persuade the judge or jury of your right to compensation.
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Personal Injury Case Appeals
If the court’s decision isn’t favorable, we may consider filing an appeal. This step involves taking the case to a higher court for review. Our goal is to ensure your claim receives a fair evaluation and that justice is pursued every step of the way.
How Long Does It Take to Resolve a Personal Injury Claim?
There’s no set timeline for resolving a personal injury claim, as each case has unique factors that affect how long it may take. The severity of the injuries, the willingness of the defendant to negotiate, and the strength of the evidence all play a role in determining the time frame.
While most personal injury claims settle out of court, some cases may require going to trial. This can make a case take much longer.
At HHT Law, we’ll keep you up to date on the timeline, aiming for efficiency without compromising on fairness.
Once a settlement or verdict is finalized, you can expect to receive compensation within 60 to 120 days. To receive the settlement check, you’ll need to sign a document in which you agree not to pursue further legal action against the defendant. The funds are then processed through our trust account and promptly issued to you.
