Berkeley Personal Injury Lawyer

Compensation for Damages in Injury Cases in Berkeley

At Clancy & Diaz, LLP, our legal team is committed to serving the injured in all types of injury claims. We have achieved a high level of success in recovering compensation that is fair after an injury that is the result of a negligent act. Find out more about our services by clicking on the link.

Bicycle Accidents Per the National Highway Safety Traffic Association, there were 630 bicycle accident fatalities in 2009, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year more than 500,000 people in the United States are treating in emergency rooms for bicycle-related injuries. On the University of Berkeley's campus, there are 45,000 people who share paths and roadways. Read more about bicycle accidents…

Car Accidents One of the most common and dangerous types of injury accidents are those involving auto collisions. Innocent victims and their families suffer greatly when another driver fails to exercise caution and drive recklessly, speed, or drive drunk. Read more about car accidents...

Catastrophic Injuries There are certain types of injuries that are so severe that the victim will be suffering the repercussions of a negligent act for the rest of their lives. These include injuries such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, serious burns, accidental amputations or loss of hearing, eyesight or other ability. Read more about catastrophic injuries...

Construction Accidents One of the most dangerous professions to be employed in is the construction industry. The injuries that can take place, even when all safety requirements are in place, can be life threatening, cause permanent disability, or lead to the loss of life. Read more about construction accidents...

Dog Bites Pets are becoming more and more popular, but a cute puppy, if not correctly trained, can turn into a vicious animal that is a serious hazard to any person in the area. Pet owners can be held responsible when their animal attacks another person, and should be. The injuries from dog bites can be very serious, and lead to dangerous infections and permanent scarring or even loss of life. Read more about dog bites...

Motorcycle Accidents Any person who rides a motorcycle faces dangers every day when sharing the streets and highways with drivers of cars, trucks, SUVs and vans or commercial vehicles. As the motorcyclist is unprotected, other than a helmet, the injuries sustained in an impact are often very serious or fatal. Read more about motorcycle accidents...

Pedestrian Accidents The tragic consequences of a pedestrian accident can include loss of life, permanent disability, traumatic brain injuries or severe internal injuries that will require months or years of medical treatment when the victim survives. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries or lost their lives in a pedestrian accident, you need to ensure that you have legal counsel that will fight for you. Read more about pedestrian accidents...

Premises Liability Injuries that take place on government, private, commercial or public property are termed premises liability claims. These can include swimming pool accidents, slip and fall accidents, injuries due to security failures and others. Read more about premises liability...

Rear-end accidents One of the most common forms of car accidents is the rear end collision. These accidents are on the increase due to drivers who insist on violating the law and texting while driving, speeding, or engaging in other negligent driving behavior leading to an impact at a stop light, on a freeway, or stop sign. Read more about rear-end accidents...

Slip & Fall Thousands of people die every year from injuries sustained in slip and fall accidents, and even more suffer serious injuries such as broken bones, soft tissue injuries, head injuries and other severe consequences. If a property owner or manager has failed to maintain their property and this has led to such an accident, they can be held accountable in a claim for compensation. Read more about a slip & fall...

Truck Accidents The Berkeley area has a large number of commercial vehicles moving through the area delivering goods to multiple locations. These huge trucks are a serious hazard to other drivers when they are not operated with due care for the safety of others, often leading to tragic consequences such as permanent injury or death. Read more about truck accidents...

Uninsured Motorist Although all drivers are required to carry car insurance, there are many people who continue to drive without insurance. This can create a serious problem for those that suffer an injury after a collision. Your own insurance company, even though they represent you and your interests, can try to minimize your claim, and any such injury accident should be managed by a skilled Berkeley personal injury lawyer with a proven record of success. Read more about an uninsured motorist...

Wrongful Death When another individual has engaged in a negligent act and caused the death of your loved one, the impact and ongoing emotional damage to the family is unimaginable. Beyond the loss of your family member, there can be serious financial issues that come about through loss of income from a breadwinner or the cost of medical care prior to death. Read more about wrongful death...

Contact a Berkeley personal injury attorney from Clancy & Diaz, LLP for the quality, personal legal counsel you deserve to address the issue of compensation for damages.