Southern California’s Top Personal Injury & Bankruptcy Law Firm

By their nature, accidents are unexpected. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared.

Knowing what to do in the days following an accident is critical—both for your recovery and to ensure you receive fair compensation, even if you are partially at fault for the accident. We urge you to follow our Personal Injury Action Plan and to contact our law firm as soon as possible to preserve your rights under California law.

You may have a case if someone else’s actions caused or contributed to your injury and you experienced real harm as a result. Things to consider:

• Was someone else involved in your injury?
• Did that person have a duty to act safely?
• Did failure to act safely contribute to your injury?
• Were you injured or financially affected?

You don’t need all of the answers before you reach out to OakTree Law Firm. Schedule a FREE personal injury consultation—we have a Southern California location near you. We’ll help you understand your situation and your options.

If you were injured as a result of someone else’s actions—or inaction—we may be able to help. Some common examples include:

• Car, truck, or motorcycle accidents—whether you were the passenger or driver
• Bus/public transportation accidents or rideshare incidents
• Pedestrian and bike accidents
• Slip and fall accidents, or other injuries on public or private property
• Dog/animal bites
• Medical malpractice—errors, oversights, missed diagnoses

Worried that your role in the accident means you can’t pursue a settlement? You may still have a case. The personal injury attorneys at OakTree Law Firm will make a thorough assessment of your situation and explain your options under California law.

It’s often helpful to speak with a personal injury attorney before having any conversations with an insurance company. Insurance adjusters typically reach out right after an accident to ask questions, when you’re still confused about what occurred or dealing with the immediate aftermath. Your answers could be used to shift blame or minimize the value of your claim.

 Speaking with a lawyer first can help you:

• Understand your rights
• Learn what information you should share
• Understand how fault may be assigned
• Discover what to expect during the insurance claim process
• Determine how much compensation would be fair and appropriate for your circumstances

Don’t worry if you’ve already spoken to an insurer—it’s not too late to seek legal guidance. Contacting OakTree Law Firm and connecting with a personal injury lawyer can help prepare you for the next steps.

For personal injury cases, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means that you don’t pay upfront fees or hourly rates. If we win, we collect a percentage of your court award or settlement amount. You can schedule a free evaluation with us to review your situation, discuss our fee structure, and learn the next steps.

A Chapter 7 bankruptcy offers a quicker discharge of unsecured debts such as credit cards and medical bills, but may require you to sell your assets. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy lets you keep your property through a court-ordered repayment plan over 3-5 years. At OakTree Law, our firm’s bankruptcy professionals can take a look at your situation and determine which bankruptcy type is right for you.

The decision to file for bankruptcy is a personal one, but there are some signs you should consider filing for one:

• You’re struggling to make minimum payments on your outstanding debts
• You’re using credit cards to cover necessities such as rent, food, and gas
• You’re skipping payments on essential bills such as rent or a car note

At OakTree Law, we can assess your situation and advise you on the best course of action.