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About the Firm

Lathrop Law will ensure that you receive the best service and that you get treated by the best specialists to recover from your physical and emotional injuries.  We promise that your experience with Lathrop Law will improve your impression of lawyers and the legal profession.  We will get you the justice you deserve.

Fallbrook Personal Injury Lawyer

In many cases, severe injuries are impossible to predict. From driving to the store, taking your kids to school, or even entering an unsafe property, one act of negligence can turn a routine event into a life-changing one. 

Suppose you or a loved one was injured in a California accident. In that case, seeking immediate medical attention and considering your options are key, as you may be entitled to compensation for your sustained injuries and damages. A successful lawsuit could provide you with the financial resources you need to cover your medical bills, replace your lost wages, and deal with other losses stemming from your accident. Our firm’s skilled personal injury legal team could assist you through every phase of the legal process. 

A successful lawsuit could provide you with the financial resources you need to cover your medical bills, replace your lost wages, and deal with other losses stemming from your accident. The skilled personal injury lawyer at our firm could assist you through every phase of the legal process.

Types of Personal Injury Cases

Motor Vehicle Collisions

Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents are the most common causes of personal injury claims. They are a common occurrence in Fallbrook, and the impact of two or more vehicles is often enough to injure any passengers seriously. This is true even if the collision occurred at a relatively low speed.

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Wildfire Litigation

Wildfires are becoming more common each year as the effects of climate change intensify. Hundreds, if not thousands of people throughout the state are forced to evacuate their homes each year due to the threat of wildfires, while others sustain devastating personal injury or suffer the loss of a family member. The compassionate wildfire lawyers at Lathrop Law are dedicated to helping people put their lives back together after tragedy strikes. 

We are also committed to vindicating your legal rights if a company’s negligence caused a wildfire. Those who suffer harm or lose their homes, land, or property after a wildfire may ask themselves who, if anyone, is responsible for the cost of rebuilding their lives. California fire victims have legal rights and may be entitled to compensation for serious injuries, property loss, or other damages.

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Brain Injury

In many slip and falls, vehicle accidents, sports injuries, skull penetrations, and explosions, you or your loved one may have experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Let us guide you through these profound life-changing situations. If you know someone who is experiencing serious brain injury due to the negligent or intentional act of another person or party, don’t hesitate to seek counsel from our experienced brain injury attorneys.

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Wrongful Death

The sudden death of a loved one is always life-altering. It changes the entire course of the future for most families. Losing the family’s provider can leave the surviving family members scrambling to pay bills while trying to manage their grief. 

If you are in this position, you are not alone. The Lathrop Law team consists of experienced wrongful death legal professionals who are here to help you navigate filing a lawsuit. Filing a lawsuit cannot bring your loved one back, but it can set you on the road to financial recovery and a more stable future.

 

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Dog Bites

Depending on the circumstances of your dog bite or attack, the dog’s owner could be liable for all of your damages. In a situation where a dog caused your injury and you were in a public area or lawfully in a private space when the attack occurred, the owner of the dog is liable. In California, there is no “one free bite rule,” so the dog owner is often liable even if the dog has never bitten or attacked anyone before. 

While the party legally responsible for the dog’s attack is the owner, in many cases, the financial responsibility for the damages does not come directly out of the dog owner’s pocket. Instead, homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policies are often triggered to cover the victim’s medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages related to the attack.

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Podcast

with Harrison Shiels and Giorgio Panagos
Two Paths to Success: A First-Year Lawyer’s Journey & A Bold New Firm

In this episode of LegaLatitudes, host Federico Lathrop interviews two rising stars in the world of personal injury law. Harrison Shiels, a first-year lawyer at a personal injury firm in Los Angeles and nephew of renowned trial lawyer Dan Ambrose, shares his insights on starting a legal career under the guidance of more experienced lawyers in his firm. On the other hand, Giorgio Panagos discusses his different route by launching his own firm just months after working in personal injury and employment litigation, and talks about his bold decision to go solo.

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What Is the Statute
of Limitations?

The statute of limitations is the legal deadline for filing a lawsuit, no matter what circumstances led to your injuries. If you file your lawsuit after the statute expires, you may completely lose your chance at financial restitution. Generally, you have two years from the date of their injury to pursue legal action. This deadline can become murky if you do not notice your condition immediately. 

Seeking medical attention promptly and consulting a personal injury lawyer in Fallbrook as soon as possible not only protects your health but also strengthens your case by preserving evidence and ensuring all necessary documentation is gathered in a timely manner.

Our Team Members

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our wins so far

Case Results

$ 23, 500, 000

Wildfire claim for single property losses

$ 3, 500, 000

TBI case against a ride-sharing company

Talk to a Personal Injury Attorney in Fallbrook Today

If you were hurt due to another person’s actions, you have the right to consider your legal options. A civil lawsuit may provide you with a path to financial compensation. Negotiating your case with insurance companies on your own can be difficult, but you can count on our experienced accident attorneys to represent you in court and make sure justice is on your side. Call a Fallbrook personal injury lawyer right away to learn more.

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Highlighting Core Features

Collision

Accidents and injuries caused by the negligence of another can happen anywhere.

Retention

Personal injury lawyers handle cases for a  contingency fee, which is a percentage of the amount recovered.

Cooperation

Personal injury lawyers handle cases for a contingency fee, which is a percentage of the amount recovered.

Investigation

The lawyer identifies the responsible parties, contacts witnesses, and verifies insurance coverage.

Communication

Frequent exchange of information is essential to the success of the case.

Stabilization

Injured accident victims remain under a doctor’s care until all injuries have resolved or permanent
condition stabilizes.

Documentation

The lawyer gathers medical records, bills, wage loss verification, and other documentation of damages.

Evaluation

Determining the value of a personal  injury case requires evaluation of several factors, including severity of the collision, injuries involved,
insurance coverage, and assessment of fault.

Demand

All supporting documents are presented to the insurance company with a demand for settlement.

Negotiation

The negotiation phase consists of the insurance company’s response to the initial demand for settlement and often includes numerous exchanges of counteroffers betwee the sides.

Decision

The client and lawyer will then discuss whether the offer is fair and decide if the client wants to accept
the settlement or should sue instead.

Resolution

If the client and lawyer believe the offer is fair and accept the settlement, then the case resolves by exchanging a written release of all claims for the settlement check in the agreed-upon amount and moves to distribution.

Litigation Evaluation

If an acceptable settlement is not reached, then the client will have the option to consider suing or
“litigation.

Distribution

Settlement funds are distributed to the client from the personal injury lawyer’s firm’s account after the contingency fee, case expenses, and any liens resulting from relevant medical care have been paid.