San Marcos Personal Injury Lawyer

Personal injury cases come in a variety of forms, and no two are alike. The San Marcos personal injury lawyers at Walton Law Firm, however, have pretty much seen them all. For 20 years, our law firm has represented the people of San Marcos and North County in personal injury matters including car and motorcycle accidents, work site injuries, slip and fall injuries, dog bites, uninsured motorist claims, nursing home abuse and neglect, and any other case where someone suffers injury due to the negligence of another.

While car accidents and motorcycle accidents fall under the broad category of "personal injury," there are numerous other incidents that fall into this category as well. Examples of injury cases in which we have advocated for victims include dog attacks, industrial accidents, school injuries, accidents occurring on commercial properties like grocery stores or restaurants, injuries sustained during sports or recreational activities, cases involving sexual assault, and instances of battery. Essentially, any situation where an individual sustains an injury could potentially lead to a personal injury case, and our San Marcos personal injury lawyers have extensive experience in handling such cases.

Also, no personal injury law firm knows San Marcos like Walton Law Firm. San Marcos has been our home base for years, and our San Marcos personal injury attorneys have helped many San Marcos residents and families deal with the aftermath of a personal injury incident.

San Marcos injury attorney Randy Walton lives in San Marcos, is deeply engaged in the San Marcos community, and has represented dozens of San Marcos residents in car accident, motorcycle accidents, and other personal injury claims. He is well known in the San Marcos community, and well known to many automobile insurance companies throughout Southern California.

In the aftermath of any injury-related accident, it is important to take photos, if possible, and preserve any evidence that might be relevant to the case at a later date. It is also important to get a free consultation from an experienced personal injury lawyer, like those at Walton Law Firm.

In California, the statute of limitations for individuals seeking to file a personal injury claim is typically two years from the date of the injury-causing incident. However, it's important to note that if the negligence was committed by a governmental entity (e.g., an injury on a public school campus or government property), the statute of limitations may be significantly shorter, typically six months. Failing to initiate a claim or file a lawsuit within the stipulated statutory period against a public entity defendant could result in the forfeiture of the right to bring a personal injury claim. Therefore, it is advisable to consult with a San Marcos personal injury lawyer as early as possible to safeguard the available evidence and confirm the relevant statutory limitations.

When the case involves a death, it is important for family members to understand how the statute of limitations works for wrongful death claims. Except for cases involving governmental entities, family members who wish to file a wrongful death claim after a loved one dies in any personal injury incident also have two years from the date of the individual’s death to file a claim or lawsuit.

Under California law, any person who suffers an injury as a result of the negligence or reckless conduct of another is entitled to receive fair compensation for the medical bills they incur, any lost wages, and for the pain, suffering, inconvenience, and other impacts the negligent or reckless conduct has had on a person’s life. To maximize your chance of being successful in your case, it is best to call a San Marcos injury lawyer at the earliest opportunity for a free consultation. The lawyers at Walton Law Firm can be reached at 760.571.5500 or fill out our online consultation form.