Auto Accident Lawyers
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that more than 6 million car accidents take place on U.S. roadways each year. One American dies in a motor vehicle accident every 12 minutes, another is injured in a car crash every 14 seconds. Annually, these statistics translate to about 40,000 fatalities and 2 million injuries. Tragically, car wrecks are the number one cause of acquired disability in the U.S.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident in the state of California, the seasoned personal injury attorneys at Lombardi & Perry, LLP want you to know that we are here to aggressively defend your rights and help you recover compensation for your losses. For a free evaluation of your auto accident claim in California, call our offices today or fill out the contact form and an experienced auto accident lawyer will be in touch with you shortly.
Our skilled lawyers have been successfully building and representing car accident claims for injured parties and their families for more than 20 years. We are committed to helping you get through the legal process efficiently and successfully so that you can recover and move on with your life.
Causes of California Car Accidents
When the negligence, recklessness or carelessness of another party – including a driver, passenger, mechanic or equipment manufacturer – plays a role in causing a car crash, those who are injured will likely be entitled to a settlement for their medical bills, permanent disabilities, lost wages, property damages, and pain and suffering. Examples of negligence that may be the basis of a personal injury claim include:
- Driver distraction or inexperience
- Driver fatigue
- Driver intoxication
- Failure to obey traffic laws
- Poor roadway conditions (including poor lighting, lack of guardrails and lack of signage)
- Reckless driving
- Vehicle equipment failure
Generally, the heavier the involved vehicles are, as well as the faster they are going, the more severe the resulting car accident will be. In such cases, there is a significantly higher possibility of sustaining irreversible injuries or even death.
Following a Motor Vehicle Accident
It's crucial that victims receive emergency medical care to prevent further, possibly life-threatening injuries. During this period, it's essential that victims do not talk to the other parties involved in the accident, nor should they issue statements to another party's insurance company. Instead, once their health is stable, victims should consult with a lawyer to learn more about their legal rights.
Additionally, if the police do not report to the accident scene, write down the license plate number of all vehicles involved in the accident. Also, attempt to obtain the driver’s license number of the drivers involved in the accident. If you are physically capable, take cell phone photos of the property damage of the the other vehicles involved.
The personal injury lawyers at Lombardi & Perry, LLP have extensive experience going up against insurance companies and corporate lawyers. We are dedicated to working tirelessly to help you recover the compensation you deserve. For more information about your specific claim, contact our law offices today.
