When Are Punitive Damages Awarded in California Personal Injury Cases?

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Posted By DAM Firm | August 4 2025 | California Laws, Personal Injury

When Are Punitive Damages Awarded in California Personal Injury Cases?

In personal injury cases, punitive damages are a third type of financial award to victims hurt due to the negligence of others. The court rarely awards these damages. If you were hurt in a California personal injury case, it is important that you understand what these damages are and when they apply. Receiving them could…

Posted By DAM Firm | July 7 2025 | Personal Injury

Do I Need an Attorney For My Orange County Personal Injury Claim?

Deciding whether you need a lawyer for your Orange County personal injury claim depends on what happened and how serious the outcome was. Most straightforward claims involving only property damage or short-term injuries can be handled without legal help.  However, when the injuries are lasting or the facts are messy, a personal injury lawyer can…

Posted By DAM Firm | July 2 2025 | Personal Injury

How to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in California

Filing a personal injury lawsuit in California starts with understanding how the legal process works from the very beginning. You need to submit a complaint to the appropriate court, serve the other party, and meet several deadlines that affect how your case moves forward. A personal injury lawyer from DiMarco | Araujo | Montevideo can…

Posted By DAM Firm | May 4 2025 | Personal Injury

The Role of Social Media in Personal Injury Cases

Social media might feel like a safe place to share your recovery journey, but even a simple post can come back to hurt your personal injury case. Insurance companies often look for anything they can use to question your injuries, and what you share online can make a bigger difference than you think. If you…

Posted By DAM Firm | January 10 2025 | California Laws, News, Personal Injury, Uncategorized

What To Do To Help Your Insurance Claim For a Fire Loss

Homes, towns, and lives have been destroyed by the wildfires that continue to ravage Los Angeles.  As renters and homeowners, we’re told to buy insurance to protect against these losses.  But amidst historic loss events caused by these Los Angeles fires, there is a pending financial crisis looming for those who have already been impacted…

Posted By DAM Firm | November 22 2024 | Personal Injury

Debunking Myths About Personal Injury Claims

You’ve probably heard a lot about what it means to “file a lawsuit” after an injury happens, but what does that even mean? Did you know that filing a lawsuit rarely means that you’ll actually go to court? That’s one of the myths about personal injury claims that we want to tackle, and there are…

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