Understanding legal terminology is essential when navigating California personal injury law. This page provides a simple list of legal definitions and key terms commonly used in personal injury cases in California.
List of Legal Definitions:
- Negligence
- Tort
- Damages
- Liability
- Plaintiff
- Defendant
- Settlement
- Statute of Limitations
- Compensatory Damages
- Pain and Suffering
- Medical Malpractice
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability
- Wrongful Death
- Insurance Claim
- Causation
- Contributory Negligence
- Intentional Tort
- Duty of Care
- Burden of Proof
- Class Action Lawsuit
- Informed Consent
- Deposition
- Subpoena
- Expert Witness
