Ontario Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

Ontario Catastrophic Injury Attorney

Accidents can inflict devastating wounds that have lasting effects on your life. If you have been severely hurt, an Ontario catastrophic injury lawyer can help you at each step of your case. They can be at your side through this difficult time and fight to get the compensation you deserve from a negligent party or a bad-faith insurance provider.

Catastrophic Injury

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Hobbs Law Group has spent years assisting the people of Ontario, Los Angeles, Claremont, and surrounding Southern California communities in their catastrophic injury cases. Our experienced team has represented cases ranging from minor injuries to permanent disabilities, winning millions. Kristin Hobbs was nominated as a CAALA Rising Star in 2019, and Timothy Hobbs is an active member of the Consumer Attorneys of California.

Overview of California Catastrophic Injury Cases

Catastrophic injuries happen in a wide variety of scenarios. In 2023, there were 317,707 hospitalizations in California, of which 87% were due to unintentional incidents. The most common cause was falls, with 157,069 cases, followed by transportation accidents with 36,164, and unspecified causes with 30,507. A catastrophic injury can take many different forms. A few examples include:

• Traumatic brain injuries, like skull fractures or brain bleeding
• Severe burns that cover large parts of the body and may require skin grafting
• Partial or full blindness
• Loss of some or all hearing ability
• Amputation of a limb or extremity
• Serious psychological harm, such as posttraumatic stress disorder or severe anxiety
• Lost organs
• Paralysis

If you or your loved one has been severely injured, your health is the priority. There are several 24/7 emergency departments around the city, with one of the largest located at Kaiser Permanente Ontario Medical Center at 2295 South Vineyard Avenue, Ontario, CA 91761.

Types of Catastrophic Injury Claims We Can Assist With

Catastrophic injury matters in California primarily fall under personal injury and bad-faith insurance claims. Personal injury cases are filed against a party responsible for your current condition. These cases rely on strong evidence to prove that another was negligent or acting recklessly in a manner that directly led to the accident. Personal injury claims involving serious bodily harm tend to have larger compensation and potential for ongoing damages.

Bad-faith insurance cases do not require proof that one party was responsible. Instead, they center on demonstrating that your claim was denied, or underpaid, on faulty grounds. These cases prioritize medical records, the exact wording of insurance policies, and pushing back against manipulative tactics used by large insurance companies.

Hire a Ontario, CA Catastrophic Injury Lawyer

Catastrophic injury claims can be daunting and frustrating to handle on your own, especially when recovering from serious bodily trauma. Hire a catastrophic injury lawyer to help you with your case. Your Ontario, CA catastrophic injury attorney can be at your side for each step of the process. A few services that Hobbs Law Group can provide include:

• Determine case type: We can review the details of your case and advise you on how to structure your claim and whom to file against.
• Draft documents: Your lawyer can draft all necessary documentation, including claim filings and litigation paperwork.
• Gather evidence: Evidence is the backbone of both personal injury and bad-faith claims. Experienced legal counsel can assist you in gathering supporting information, such as medical records, witnesses, videos, or photos of the accident site, and insurance policies.
• Negotiations: The vast majority of all civil claims are settled before reaching trial. Hobbs Law Group can advocate for your financial interests throughout the numerous back-and-forth interactions between parties. We can fight to find a settlement you deserve.
• Litigation: If your case does reach trial, your lawyer can represent you in all hearings and court proceedings. They can fight for you both in and outside of the Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino.

Meet Attorney

Timothy Hobbs

Principal, Hobbs Law Group

Since 2011, Timothy has aggressively represented victims of catastrophic injuries in Ontario and across the Inland Empire. His firm has recovered over $10 million for clients, handling complex cases involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and amputation. As a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Timothy provides the powerful representation needed to maximize settlements for life-altering claims.

● Bar: State Bar of California

● Courts: U.S. District Court (Central & Eastern CA)

● Affiliations: CAALA, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

● Offices: Claremont, CA

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FAQs About Ontario, CA Catastrophic Injury Laws

What Qualifies as a Catastrophic Injury Under California Law?

California state law does not have one set statute that determines whether an accident caused a catastrophic injury. The main qualifier is if an event has a lasting, permanent impact on your health. Common examples include severe traumatic brain injuries, loss of limbs, paralysis, burns that may require skin grafting, organ damage, and vision or hearing loss.

How Much Does a California Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Cost?

How much your catastrophic injury lawyer costs in Ontario or elsewhere in California depends on the type of case, its complexities, and total workload. A personal injury claim with a negligent party eager to settle tends to cost less than bad-faith insurance cases against major providers that require trial. Hobbs Law Group can provide an estimate for your total costs in our initial free consultation.

What Types of Compensation Are Available in Catastrophic Injury Cases in Ontario, CA?

The types of compensation you are eligible for in a Ontario catastrophic injury case are based on the details of your case. Economic damages cover the direct financial consequences of the injury, such as lost wages, medical bills, legal fees, and a reduced income capacity. Non-economic compensation can cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, permanent disability, and loss of mobility.

Catastrophic injury personal injury claims are unique in that they can include ongoing payments for medical care.

How Long Do You Have to File a Catastrophic Injury Claim in California?

How long you have to file your California catastrophic injury claim depends on the type of case you are pursuing. If you are seeking compensation from a negligent party, you typically have two years from the date of the accident. If you are filing against a bad-faith insurance denial, you have two years from when the claim was denied. Specific cases against a government entity or involving medical malpractice may shorten or lengthen your claim’s timeline.

Speak With an Ontario, CA Catastrophic Injury Attorney Today

At Hobbs Law Group, we understand how overwhelming it can be to balance recovery with legal and insurance concerns. Our team has experience, skills, and knowledge we can use to make a positive impact on your case.

Contact us today for a free consultation, during which we can learn your story and discuss your legal options. You may also visit our Claremont office, located on West 1st Street, west of Claremont Train Station and east of Claremont Packing House.

Ontario, CA Catastrophic Injury Legal Resources

• San Bernardino Justice Center
• California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
• San Bernardino County In-Home Supportive Services
• California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS)