Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about your case? Our Frequently Asked Questions section has answers to common legal concerns. If you need more help, contact us for a free consultation!

If an accident occurs, ensure your safety first. Once safe, call 911. Exchange contact and insurance information with the party involved and take pictures of the accident scene and vehicle, if possible. Remember not to admit fault or apologize.

When authorities arrive, narrate what happened and get medical attention immediately.
Accident cases can be complex. The other side might argue that you didn’t wear a helmet or follow traffic laws. Having a professional attorney on your side to challenge these claims can be a game-changer. We commit to unearthing the truth and representing you aggressively for maximum compensation.
In California, you have two years from the date of the injury to file your case. While it might seem lengthy, it's not, especially when recovering from an accident. The sooner you engage an attorney, the quicker you can start your claim process.

Bike accidents can be physically and emotionally traumatizing. If you or your loved ones suffer from a bike accident, you deserve compensation. Contact us for a free, no-risk consultation, and we’ll discuss how we can help you.
In California, you cannot sue your employer for a work injury. Instead, work injuries are covered under workers compensation.

If your work injury is caused by a third party who is not your employer, then you can sue them. For example, if you suffer an injury while working at a construction site and your injury was caused by a defective tool, then you could potentially sue the tool’s manufacturer, designer, and so forth.
A truck accident lawyer with experience can handle every aspect of your case. First, they’ll sit down with you and go over your situation. Then, they’ll tell you what you can expect to receive in terms of compensation as well as how they’ll help you to receive it.

From there, they’ll conduct an investigation into what really happened. Drawing upon those facts, they’ll make the best, most compelling case on your behalf. The right truck accident attorney can negotiate with the other party’s insurance company.
As soon as possible. The sooner you tell your supervisor about your injury, the better. There is no benefit to waiting. The earlier you inform your supervisor about your injury and begin the workers compensation process, the earlier you can receive the compensation that you deserve for your at-work injury.

Compensation for injuries sustained on the job can be claimed, but keep in mind that the process might be complex or your case may be disputed. A single event (e.g., slipping on stairs) or a gradual harm (like carpal tunnel) are both workers’ compensation scenarios. With the latter, you may face challenges as these cases tend to be contested.
The immediate aftermath following an accident can make you feel overwhelmed, especially if it involves you as a passenger in a rideshare service like UBER. The uncertainty over what actions to take or where the responsibility lies can be frightening. You got into an UBER to get somewhere quickly, you didn’t anticipate your UBER driver getting into an accident.

If you ever encounter an unfortunate mishap while engaging with UBER, as a passenger, driver, or even a pedestrian struck by an Uber, the primary concern should always be your safety. Once you have ascertained your health and wellbeing, direct your attention to the condition of the others involved. In the case of any injuries, it's imperative to dial 911 immediately.
You can still receive compensation for your injuries if you don't have insurance and the other party was at fault for your accident. However, your compensation will be significantly reduced, as you don't have liability coverage.

If you don't carry insurance and are injured in a motorcycle accident but weren't at fault, you will still be penalized for your lack of insurance. All California drivers must carry liability insurance.

Specifically, you'll be penalized by being unable to seek compensation for your pain and suffering, the non-economic damages. You will be restricted to seeking compensation for your economic damages. We can still assist you in recovering the maximum amount.
You should always wear a helmet on your motorcycle. California law mandates that all motorcycle drivers, and passengers, must always wear a helmet on a motorcycle. If you are in a motorcycle accident and weren't wearing a helmet at the time, you may be held partly responsible for your injuries.

However, California is known as a "comparative negligence state." This means you can still seek and recover compensation for your pain, suffering, and injuries, even if you weren't wearing a helmet during your accident. We have assisted many clients in the past with this situation.
After your accident, you may be in a state of shock or experience a rush of adrenaline. Follow these steps:

Prioritize safety. Get yourself out of danger as best as you can. Seek medical attention even if you don't feel injured at the moment.
Call the police. Your police report will be crucial for your personal injury case.
Get the Other Person's Contact Info. Obtain the name, number, license, address, insurance details, and vehicle description from anyone involved in the accident.
Document the scene. If you're able, take pictures of your injuries and the accident scene.
Do not admit fault. There's no reason for you to take the blame in the aftermath of the accident.
Contact an experienced attorney. We can guide you through the process every step of the way.
Those who are injured in an accident should contact an experienced personal injury attorney.

Doing so gives the plaintiff the best possible opportunity to receive maximum compensation for their injuries. A lawyer can find all of the parties who are even partially liable for the accident and bring a suit against each of them.

A lawyer can prove that you were injured due to the negligence and/or recklessness of the defendant. By doing so, we can help you to recover economic as well as non-economic damages.
A work injury is an injury you suffer at work. If you suffer a work injury in California, you are eligible for workers compensation. It doesn’t matter if you’re at your place of work or not when the injury occurs.

For example, if you are making a delivery or pickup for your job, you could still be “at work” and thus any injury you suffer could be eligible for workers compensation.

Work injuries can occur at once or over time. For example, if you drop something on your foot at work, causing an injury, you are eligible for workers compensation. You are also eligible if you develop carpal tunnel syndrome from years of work.
Knee injuries can be serious. Any injury to your knee affects the rest of your body.

If you suffer a knee injury due to the negligence and/or recklessness of another party, Belal Hamideh can help you to recover maximum compensation.

If you suffer a knee injury at work in the state of California, you are eligible for workers compensation. Belal Hamideh, an experienced work accident lawyer, can help.
As soon as possible. There is no benefit to waiting. By law, you must tell your supervisor about your injury within 30 days.

Report the injury as early as you can. You can get an earlier start on your treatment and recovery. You can file for workers compensation earlier, so that you recover all of the compensation you deserve.

Your employer is not allowed to retaliate against you. Filing for workers compensation is a protected activity. If you believe your employer has done so, contact us at once.
Yes, you can sue after a motorcycle accident. You can bring a suit against the party (or parties) responsible for your injuries. If someone acted in a negligent and/or reckless way that led directly to your injuries, you can bring a suit against them.

Often, the liable party is the person who crashed into you. But, it could be whoever was responsible for the road conditions, the manufacturer of your motorcycle/vehicle, or similar party. Experienced motorcycle accident lawyer Belal and the team can conduct a thorough investigation to determine exactly who was at fault and to what extent.

Then, we’ll bring a suit against all involved, so that you recover the compensation that you deserve.
Have you been injured in a motorcycle accident in or around California? Whether you were the driver of the motorcycle or not, California motorcycle accident lawyer Belal Hamideh can assist you in recovering all of the compensation you deserve for all you’ve endured.

Riding a motorcycle can be a thrilling adventure, unlike anything else. Regrettably, it can also be hazardous. Injuries from a motorcycle accident can be more severe than those from other types of accidents, resulting in significant injuries or worse for you and your family. Motorcycle accidents account for more than 15% of all vehicular accident fatalities in California.

Considering the medical costs associated with a motorcycle accident, which could include rehabilitation, long-term care, a decrease in work ability, pain, suffering, and more, motorcycle accidents could cost you millions. Belal Hamideh is here to assist you. You can schedule a free consultation with our team to ensure you receive all the compensation you deserve.
Absolutely. Hiring a California motorcycle accident lawyer is invaluable. The right lawyer will aggressively defend your best interests while protecting your legal rights, all with the goal of helping you receive maximum compensation for your claim.

A lawyer with experience in motorcycle accident cases will know how to accurately value your case so you receive all the compensation you should. They’re aware of all deadlines, including filing suits, submitting evidence, and more, to keep your interests a priority. They can ensure your medical bills are paid for the lowest possible amount, order police/traffic reports, and handle many other tasks so you don’t have to.

Furthermore, a motorcycle accident attorney knows how to deal with insurance companies. They understand your policies, how they apply to your claim, what the insurance company is trying to do, and how to ensure you get everything you should from the insurance company, either through settlement or in court. The right attorney can assist you in various ways.
You can receive compensation for both your non-economic damages and your economic damages. Your economic damages are the expenses from your injury, such as medical bills from accident injuries, lost income now or in the future, the cost to repair or replace your motorcycle, and more. If you have suffered more serious injuries, your economic damages could also include rehab, physical therapy, future medical treatments, home modifications, and more.

Your non-economic damages, on the other hand, include your pain, emotional suffering, and all that you’ve had to endure since your motorcycle accident. Your damages could include "Loss of Consortium," which is the loss of your spouse. "Loss of enjoyment of life" damages compensate you for not being able to participate in activities you enjoyed before the accident. We can help you receive compensation for everything to which you are entitled.
You can sue the person responsible for your crash. Filing a suit against them is only the beginning of the process. Additionally, you need to prove the other driver’s negligence and that this negligence caused your accident and damages.

To establish a case for negligence, you and your attorney will need to prove four crucial elements. You must show the defendant owed you a "duty of care," meaning the other driver's "duty" to you and other motorists was to drive in a safe, reasonable manner. Then, you must show that the other driver breached that duty by either failing to take action or taking incorrect action. From there, you must demonstrate that the breach caused your accident. Lastly, you need to show that as a result of your accident, you have suffered damages. An experienced attorney can help you prove all of these points.
Your accident is unique, so the time your case takes will vary. Our team has helped many clients receive a settlement in just a few weeks, and we hope your case will be the same. However, some clients' claims have taken years and even had to go to trial. We always fight aggressively for people like you who have been injured in an accident. For your case and for everyone else's, we can say that the sooner you contact an attorney, the sooner we can get to work ensuring you receive all you're entitled to.
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