California Personal Injury Law Firm Locations

Wattel & York is a highly successful personal injury and property damage law firm not only in California but throughout the United States, boasting more than 50 years of combined experience in litigation. We can help you with the following legal issues: personal injury, automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, boating injuries, slip and falls, product liabilities, dog bites, nursing home neglect cases, and diminished value claims.

Can I File a Personal Injury Claim Without a Lawyer in California?

Yes, however personal injury claims can be very complex so this is not the best decision in most cases. In fact, just hiring any lawyer is not recommended. This is because the court decisions and the laws in California are constantly changing. Therefore, hiring a lawyer who focuses on personal injury law specifically is the best decision because such lawyer is more likely to keep track of legal changes.

California also is a pure comparative law state. This means that a jury or arbitrator is permitted to assign a percentage of fault to an injured party if such party contributed to their own injury. If a percentage of fault is assigned to the injured party, their judgment or settlement will be reduced by such amount. For example, consider the case where you get hurt, but are found to be 10% at fault. Your resulting judgment or settlement will be for 90% of what it would have been had you not been 10% at fault.

Individuals should remember that with the help of a reputable, experienced lawyer, they should be able to receive the maximum compensation for their injuries.

We believe strong communication with a client fosters a smooth process and a sufficient settlement. It is instrumental to our philosophy and keeps the client updated. And, of course, it is simply the right way to do business.

For a free consultation, call Wattel & York anytime at (626) 355-5501 in the Pasadena area, at (310) 540-6851 in the Torrance area, or toll-free at (877) 333-9545. Or you can complete the form to your left and a representative from Wattel & York will promptly get back to you.