Orange County

Personal Injury Attorney

Accidents happen, but when those accidents result in a tragedy, you want an experienced trial attorney helping you through the complex world of personal injury litigation. When you have the right attorney working with you, we work hard to recover all the damages you are entitled to under the law.

We will sit down with you to discuss the case and any possible outcomes. Once we accept your case, we become committed to taking all steps necessary in getting you compensation. We will focus our efforts on your situation and use all the resources available to get you the best possible results.

If you are facing a life-altering injury, the death of a family member, or any other challenges as a result of wrongful actions of another, it is a challenging time. We understand this and will handle your case with integrity and compassion to give you and your family the support and personal attention you deserve during this trying time.

The Orange County Personal Injury Attorney team has an extensive track record handling negligent corporate giants. We are ready to fight corporate greed to protect you, the consumer that suffers when safety is overridden for profits. We are there when you need protection as the result of an injury sustained in an auto accident, slip and fall, or other negligent action by another.

Our attorneys strive to hold those responsible accountable for their actions and pay compensation for those they have wronged. We can deal with injuries caused by commercial vehicles, dangerous property conditions, or construction accidents. Orange County Personal Injury Attorney is there for you when businesses engage in unfair practices, and you suffer personal injury as a result of those practices.

A person can be hurt anywhere. An injury can happen while crossing the road or walking across a wet department store floor. No matter how your injury has occurred, if someone is responsible for your accident, they are responsible. With the help of Orange County Personal Injury Attorney, you are not alone. We will help you through the legal process of gaining compensation, and deal with all required paperwork and investigations, while you focus on healing your injuries.

PAUL OVERETT

Paul was born and raised in Northern Michigan but quickly realized he was more suited to the southern California lifestyle.

He attended California State University, Long Beach where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, and Law. His long standing dream of practicing law began to take shape as he was accepted to local powerhouse Loyola Law School where he graduated in 1998.

The early years of Paul’s practice provided a broad foundation of experience across several areas of law, but his path was clearly leading to personal injury. The daily grind of battling insurance adjusters and defense attorneys is now the center of Paul’s wheelhouse, where he has the reputation of being a relentless, aggressive negotiator with studied patience and a calm demeanor.

Paul is a member of several important organizations that support consumer and plaintiff issues through informational exchange and government lobbying and frequently attends events to stay on top of key issues and collaborate with colleagues.

The father of two teenagers, Paul spends his spare time surfing, running the beach, and traveling as often as possible, as well as abstract painting and learning Spanish.

When you find yourself injured due to any form of accident, you want an experienced attorney working with you as soon as possible. The law will allow you to be compensated for a variety of losses these injuries can cause. The Orange County Personal Injury Attorney understands these laws and your rights to ensure you receive compensation from those partially or fully responsible for your injury.

At Orange County Personal Injury Attorney, our attorneys are experienced in handling serious personal injury and severe accident cases. Our expertise extends to car accidents, slip and fall accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, spinal cord, and brain injuries, and much more. When you or someone you love has been injured in an accident, call our office immediately.

What Orange County Personal Injury Attorney Can Do For You

Orange County Personal Injury Attorney has the experience, resources, and conviction to investigate your case, no matter what the circumstances. We understand the financial struggles your injuries may be causing as well as the emotional and physical difficulties you are going through. It will become our mission to make this process as painless as possible and still achieve the best possible outcome.

Our services excel when dealing with client trauma, and we will work with you with compassion and dedication to see that you receive the compensation due to you. Being familiar with the Orange County courtrooms, we are ready to go to trial or negotiate with your insurance carrier as well as deal with the defense teams out of court. You will not be disappointed with our unique approach to client care that has set us apart from other law firms in the area.

Orange County Personal Injury Attorney has had many successes in winning compensation for our clients. Some of the cases we have worked on include:

  • Motor vehicle accidents involving a wrongful death
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Premises negligence where injury has occurred due to improperly cared for properties
  • Auto defects which have resulted in an injury
  • Product liability that has caused harm due to a defective product
  • Dangerous road conditions where a driver was negligent in their driving abilities
  • Many other situations which caused personal injury or wrongful death as a result of another's negligent actions

Contact us Anytime

24/7/365 by calling 714-876-1959

We can give you a free consultation with NO payments. Attorney, Paul Overett will get started on your case. We are located in Anaheim and serve the whole Orange County area.

Why Choose Orange County Personal Injury Attorney

If you are looking for compensation for an injury sustained by another's negligence, you want an attorney who is considered elite and has experience with the court systems. You deserve an attorney who will be dedicated to achieving a positive result with your case, and who uses a client-first service. Orange County Personal Injury Attorney is the firm to work with when you or someone you love is suffering from injuries that resulted from another's negligence.

At Orange County Personal Injury Attorney, it is our goal to give you outstanding results by providing superior representation. This goal is delivered with a personal touch from a team of professionals of the highest quality. If you need the best personal injury attorney and live in Orange County, contact our office and schedule an appointment. We can sit down with you to discuss your case and your options.

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PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY PRACTICE AREAS

CALIFORNIA LAW FOR PERSONAL INJURY

Different state laws define personal injury actions for each state. The California laws pertaining to personal injury apply to intentional acts or negligent actions, which resulted in serious injury. These acts can result from vehicle accidents, violent assaults, and liability torts, including defective product injuries and animal attacks.

If another person's negligent actions result in you suffering an injury, you can file legal action against the one responsible. By submitting a personal injury claim, you could receive financial compensation for a variety of losses. The losses you can be compensated for include a reduced earning capacity, rehab costs, medical bills, lost wages, or pain and suffering resulting from your injuries.

To receive this compensation and to file a personal injury claim, you need to contact Orange County Personal Injury Attorney. We specialize in this field, and you could receive up to three times more compensation with proper legal representation, then if you attempt this process on your own. We are experienced in California personal injury laws and will ensure your claim is filed on time and with the proper information.

Each state has an amount of time you are allowed to wait before filing a personal injury claim if you have suffered harm. This time is called a statute of limitations, and the different deadlines depending on the type of case you are filing.

The State of California allows a person up to two years from the date they are injured to go to court against those responsible for their injuries. This statute of limitations means the injured party has to go to court within a two-year time frame, or the court can refuse to hear the case, and their right to compensation can be lost.

Due to the statute of limitations, you should contact Orange County Personal Injury Attorney as soon as possible. Evidence can be collected, and any supporting material for your claim can be gathered and filed on time. This information will allow your attorney to prove negligence on the responsible party's actions and seek the compensation you deserve.

To prove negligence in a California personal injury suit, you must show:

That you were owed a duty of care. This duty of care refers to a legal obligation due to the nature of your relationship with the defendant. An example would be a teacher has ‘duty of care’ with their students under their care, or airlines have a ‘duty of care’ to their passengers.

While there is no 'legal' definition for 'duty of care' under California law, the Supreme Court has stated this idea applies to those legally obligated to prevent predictable harm to others when it is considered reasonable for them to do so. Under California Civil Code section 1714(a) there is an obligation set forth for a general duty of care.

That through this care, negligence was breached. Under California law, negligence is the failure to use reasonable care to prevent injury to others or oneself. A person is considered negligent if they do not use reasonable care in a given situation. They are also negligent if they fail to perform an act that a reasonable person would do to prevent harm to another in the same situation. That through this act of negligence, your injuries were sustained.

If you are filing a claim against a government body, you have six months to file a personal injury claim and are required to follow strict procedural rules. A person can be injured in countless ways that can create a personal injury claim against the government. Faulty stairs in a government building, a city bus causing an accident resulting in harm, or a slip and fall from oil left standing at the DMV are just some of the examples where you can sustain an injury that results in the government being responsible.

Special rules have to be followed if your injury has resulted from an accident that the government is even partially responsible for, whether it be a city, state, or federal. The city, county, or federal government set their own rules as to who can sue them, how they can be sued, and for what they can be sued. To file a claim against the government for harm received, you have to start by filing a formal written claim against the government body responsible. This claim generally has to be filed within 30 to 180 days from the date of the accident. By not filing within their time limit, or failing to provide the required information, you may forfeit your right to compensation.

If you have been in an accident that involves a government body, for example, a city bus driver’s poor driving skills or harmed inside a government building, contact Orange County Personal Injury Attorney immediately. Some time limits are as short as thirty days, and our attorney will be able to verify the deadline you must follow and ensure all information is filed properly. You do not want the wrong information entered, as correcting the error may not be possible if time runs out on filing.

Lawsuits against governments are more complex than a similar case. You will need an experienced personal injury attorney working with you to address any form of a negligence claim against a city, state, or federal government body. Examples of where you may be able to hold them accountable include falling down on a crumbling sidewalk outside a government building, being struck by an on-duty police officer who runs a red light, or being involved in an accident caused by a city bus driver.

RECENT CASE RESULTS

$192,500.00

Premises Liability

Aggravation of pre-existing degeneration in lumbar spine with discectomy surgery.

$160,000.00

Premises Liability

Broken hand/fingers with surgery.

$200,000.00

Premises Liability

Broken arm with surgery.

$142,500.00

Negligence

Assault by security guards leading to concussion.

$147,500.00

Negligence

Stabbing in face / nose.

$175,000.00

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice leading to respiratory arrest without residuals.

$250,000.00

Premises Liability

Broken Hip

$675,000.00

Insurance Bad Faith

Denial of $11,000.00 in benefits.

Pre-trial offer: $0

$875,000.00

Negligence

Broken ladder causing fall and herniated cervical disc.

$503,000.00

Negligence

Aggravation of pre-existing diabetes from falling water bottles.

Pre-trial offer: $15,000.00

$681,000.00

Auto Accident

Herniate disc with discectomy surgery.

Offer: $75,000.00

$1,000,000.00

Medical Malpratice

Medical Malpractice Case

$1,279,000.00

Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death During Fire

Offer during trial: $250,000.00

$1,250,000.00

Defective Truck

Truck accident resulting in paralysis

$2,044,000.00

Auto Accident

Aggravation of pre-existing herniated disc with discectomy surgery.

Pre-trial Offer: $300,000

$2,123,731.63

Auto Accident

Herniated Lumbar Disc With Fusion Surgery

Pre-trial Offer: $150,000.00

$503,296.00

Slip & Fall

Stacked water bottles fall and injure booth operator at county fair

Initial pretrial Offer - $ 75,000

$2,379,000.00

Rear-end Collision

Client’s pre-existing back condition aggravated in rear-end collision

Initial offer pre-trial - $ 300,000

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Don’t go through this alone, have the support of me and my team to maximize your compensation and medical assistance. Call us 714-876-1959 or fill out the form.

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