Carlsbad Personal Injury Attorney


The trauma of your injuries and experience could have a profound impact on your life. We are not only talking about minor injuries and a few medical bills. We are talking about astronomical medical expenses, extreme emotional distress, and an inability to live your life normally. When someone else is at fault, they should be held accountable for their negligent actions.

When you have a top-rated Carlsbad personal injury attorney from Matthew de Lira APC – Phillips & Pelly LLP handling your legal claim, you can breathe easier. We will handle the claims process from start to finish so you can focus on your healing journey. Contact us to request a 100% free consultation today and find out whether you have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit.

Meet Carlsbad Injury Attorney Matthew de Lira

Matthew de Lira personal injury attorney

Matthew de Lira is an accomplished litigation and trial attorney at Phillips & Pelly LLP, known for securing major victories, including a $24.9 million bench award. A Super Lawyer Rising Star and lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Matt brings valuable insight from his past as an insurance defense attorney. He’s known for taking on complex, high-stakes cases that other firms reject, earning praise for his legal skill and dedication to justice. A UCLA triple graduate and San Diego native, Matt is dedicated to helping injury victims across San Diego County get the justice they deserve.

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Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Carlsbad, CA

Your personal injury attorney in Carlsbad will be prepared to handle every element of your legal claim. We take on a wide variety of accident and injury lawsuits. Some of the most common types of cases we take on include:

Proving Negligence in Your Personal Injury Claim in Carlsbad, CA

To prove the elements of negligence as described by Page 230 – CACI No. 400. Negligence, we will need to have powerful evidence to support your case. We will need to carefully investigate the circumstances of your accident to uncover valuable evidence that can be used to prove the defendant’s liability. The type of accident you were involved in will determine the types of evidence that are available.

For example, if your injuries were caused by medical malpractice, we would look more closely at your medical records and the hospital’s history of medical malpractice cases. If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident, we would hire accident reconstructionists to recreate the accident, review the defendant’s driving record and cell phone history, and analyze camera footage to establish blame.

Personal Injury Case Statute of Limitations in California

There is not an unlimited amount of time to file a claim for compensation after an accident in Carlsbad. The California statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits under California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1 is counting down from the day your accident occurred. Typically, the statute of limitations expires exactly two years from the accident, but extenuating circumstances could increase the amount of time you have to file your claim.

For example, maybe you were not diagnosed with injuries related to your accident until several weeks after the fact. In this case, the statute of limitations would not start counting down until the day of your diagnosis. You can find out exactly how much longer you have to file your suit when you consult your Carlsbad personal injury attorney for more information.

What Compensation Can I Recover in a Personal Injury Case?

In a personal injury case, the compensation you may recover is intended to help you return, as closely as possible, to the position you were in before the injury occurred. This can include:

  • Economic damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and the cost of future care.
  • Non-economic damages like pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
  • Punitive damages may also be awarded in some cases if the defendant’s conduct was especially reckless or malicious.

Every case is unique, so the amount and type of compensation will depend on the severity of your injuries, the impact on your life, and the strength of the evidence presented.

Meet With a Trial-Proven Personal Injury Lawyer in Carlsbad for Help Today

Going through a traumatic experience can permanently alter the course of your life. However, when someone else is responsible for causing your injuries they can be ordered to compensate you for the total value of your damages and suffering.

Have your dedicated personal injury attorney in Carlsbad with Matthew de Lira APC – Phillips & Pelly LLP review your losses at length to ensure you are getting the most out of your claim. Find out more about who could be held accountable for your losses and which legal options are best suited for your case when you contact our North County San Diego office by phone or through our convenient contact form to schedule your no-cost, risk-free consultation as soon as today.