Bicycling And The Law - 911law.com

 In today’s podcast, Richard L. Duquette discusses A Victim's Guide to Sentencing with Michael Norton, an attorney from North San Diego County.   Criminal Conduct   Many bicycle and pedestrians fall victim to criminal conduct in the process of being injured. The issue then becomes how do you compensate them.   Victims can seek punishment and retribution. Some of the accused end up in prison for their criminal conduct. However that’s separate from collecting money.   Who Becomes the Target?   Many times, in a criminal case, the defense attorney will work with the personal injury attorney and exchange information. Their common goal is to target the insurance company.   When the attorneys work together, it can facilitate a prompt settlement with the insurance company.   A Defense Attorney’s Perspective   It’s very important for the defense attorney and the personal injury attorney to work together.      The defendant's attorney recognizes the victim has input into the case. The D.A. will ask the victim about wha