After an accident, most people immediately think about physical injuries, but property damage is often one of the first and most stressful consequences victims face. Whether it’s a totaled car, broken phone, or damage to your home or business, property damage can bring unexpected financial strain and disrupt your daily …

Getting a settlement from a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit can lift a huge weight off your shoulders, but figuring out how you’re going to take the money is a question one must ask. Should you take one big payment or smaller amounts over time? These choices impact your …

Tax deductions, especially when it comes to legal expenses, can be tricky to understand. Knowing which legal fees you can deduct is key to making the most of your tax return and minimizing what you owe. Much different from settlements, legal fees have their own set of tax rules. This …

California’s Lemon Law is one of the strongest consumer protection laws in the nation and in 2025, claims under this law are spiking at record rates. At West Coast Trial Lawyers, our Lemon Law Division has seen a significant uptick in clients filing cases against automakers like Ford, Land Rover, …

Having the right questions to ask a lawyer will give you a better sense of understanding in knowing if they have the expertise needed to handle your case. Whether you are unsure of what type of legal services you are looking for, how much it will cost, or how to …

When you hear about someone winning a massive lawsuit, like millions of dollars above their actual losses, you’re probably hearing about exemplary damages. But what exactly are they? And more importantly, could they apply to your case? At West Coast Trial Lawyers, we believe in empowering our clients with real …

If you were harmed as a result of an accident, pursuing a personal injury case can help you recover the economic value of your losses, including medical bills or lost wages. But what about emotional distress or pain and suffering? These are classified as intangible losses that are difficult to …

Have you heard the term “retainer” thrown around when it comes to lawyers? Unless you’ve hired one before, you might not know the ins and outs of a lawyer’s retainer and what it really means for your case. So, what is a retainer? In its simplest form, a legal retainer …

All road users are required to provide a duty of care, and when that is breached, it can result in accidents and injuries. The affected victim may be given the right to seek compensation for the financial losses incurred by the event. This includes acquiring the total value of their …

Compensatory damages, also referred to as actual damages, are granted to restore a person to the position they were in prior to the accident or injury.  In car accident cases, for instance, this can include reimbursement for: Cost of future medical expenses Reimbursement for property damage Physical and emotional …