California Car Accident Lawyers
Tragically, injuries sustained in a car
collision can be extremely serious. Family members of the injured person are
also impacted by serious and severe injuries. If you were hurt in a car
accident, you probably have worries or questions about what you should do to
protect the value of your damage claim. In addition to offering a free
consultation, evaluating the merits of your claim, and outlining your legal
alternatives, the legal team at Nadrich & Cohen can help you.
Our California car
accident attorneys handle all types of motor vehicle accident claims, including
hit-and-run accidents, backovers, rollovers, trucking accidents, and
more.
What should you do after a car accident?
If you are injured in
a car accident or truck accident, you can easily be overwhelmed by everything that you will have to deal
with. The California law firm of Nadrich & Cohen have successfully
represented thousands of auto accident victims throughout the state.
As you proceed through the aftermath of the car accident, keep in mind a few fundamental procedures. Always put your own needs first. Take the following actions, which are given below:
Get medical help.
Take photos of your wounds.
Ensure that the damage to the car is captured
on camera.
Speak to your lawyer
Allow a knowledgeable automobile accident attorney
to handle all correspondence with the opposing insurers and attorneys.
Car Accident FAQs
These things must be kept in mind. Each of
them has very excellent justifications. These actions are necessary because
accidents can have adversarial legal outcomes, when disputes are pitted between
"your side" and "their side." Whether it's the other
motorist, that person's attorneys, or the insurance company that is the other
driver's advocate, anyone from "their side" is not your ally.
Most recent accident
settlements and victories:
$1,000,000 Settlement
A mother of two adult
children was killed in a two-car accident.
Medical attention
The most crucial thing to do after being
injured in a vehicle or truck accident is to take care of your physical wounds.
From that point on, it is crucial that you constantly abide by your doctor's
recommendations. Avoid attempting to "hurry" your recuperation. Avoid
engaging in certain activities if your doctor advises against it. This might
make your injury worse in addition to making the car accident attorney less
able to help you.
Document your injuries
Take pictures of the injuries you sustained in your car or truck collision if you have the chance. If you can, use the camera on your smartphone, tablet, or some other device. It's equally crucial for you to maintain track of all the paperwork related to your care. The reports from the medical professionals and emergency workers will be a crucial part of your case. Make sure you have access to all of your doctor's follow-up instructions. Add any new records to your file regarding your treatment if it changes, and be sure to share this information with your auto accident lawyer as well.
Document vehicle
damage
At the scene of the collision, if it's safe to do so, snap
pictures of your car or truck. To see the entire extent of the damage, take
many pictures from various perspectives. If this cannot be done at the scene of
the collision, do it as soon as you are able afterward, but before any repairs
are made to the car. All the paperwork related to the repairs, including
estimates, invoices, service orders, and other related papers, should be kept
together. You should make copies of these records and give them to your
personal injury lawyer.
Do I need to hire a lawyer to handle my auto accident claim?
Let an auto accident
attorney deal with the case
When filing a personal injury lawsuit, it's
crucial to keep in mind that whatever you say in public could end up being
"a matter of record." Social media comments you post on platforms
like Facebook might be used against you. Speaking with friends about issues can
work against you. Despite the fact that it is in human nature to want to
discuss things that happen to you,
Keep in mind that
talking about such things can hurt your injury claim. Tell any insurance
company attempting to contact you regarding the accident to consult with your
attorney instead. If the insurance provider for the other party contacts you
with an offer, tell them to speak with your lawyer rather than making any
comments about it.
Having a good California accident attorney on
your side will provide you peace of mind at a trying time if you are hurt in a
car or truck accident. The best outcomes for you will be sought after by your
auto accident attorney. Don't wait to choose a lawyer who will battle for you;
doing so could reduce the value of your damage case.
Should I get an
attorney for a car accident?
It varies. You ought to be able to handle the
property damage claim on your own if there were no injuries. To discover more
about your legal options if you are hurt in an accident, it is a good idea to
speak with a personal injury attorney. According to studies, injuries victims
who are represented by a lawyer typically receive a compensation from a car
accident that is 3–5 times bigger.
Injury victims benefit more from having a
lawyer represent them since without one, insurance companies are less likely to
provide them the compensation they are due. An injured person's only option
when an insurance company won't give them what they're due is to sue the corporation.
Insurance companies won't give you what you deserve for your injuries if you
don't have a lawyer because they know you can't win a lawsuit against them
without one.
Insurance companies frequently surprise injury victims with just recompense as soon as they retain knowledgeable attorneys with a successful track record like Nadrich & Cohen. The reason for this is that the insurance companies are aware that if they don't, they will be required to pay out that money in court along with high legal costs.
What are the fees for
a car accident lawyer?
First, there is no
upfront fee for our injury lawyers to represent you. Our attorneys don’t
collect a fee until and unless a recovery is made. If a recovery is made, our
fee is a percentage of the personal injury settlement amount.
What is included in a
free legal consultation?
During a free legal
consultation, one of our personal injury attorneys will ask you questions about
your car accident and your injuries. They will evaluate your case to determine
if we can assist you and to advise you of your legal options.
How much is my car accident case worth?
What type of
compensation am I entitled to receive?
A person hurt in an
auto accident has the right to file a claim or lawsuit for compensation for
their actual losses due to property damage, medical expenses, economic losses,
and emotional and physical suffering. Motor vehicle accident litigation can
occasionally be very difficult. You will get the best compensation for your
damages and injuries from a car accident if you hire a Nadrich & Cohen
injury lawyer.
Don’t settle for less
than you deserve, contact us first for a free consultation by using the live
chat feature or calling us today.
Damages
Car accident cases, like all
negligence cases, allow the injured party to seek compensation for their past
and future lost wages, bodily and mental suffering, medical expenses,
rehabilitation costs, permanent impairment, and permanent disfigurement.
Typical losses include loss of enjoyment of life, reasonably certain future
medical costs, and actual property damage. The right to compensation is not
always affected by prior injuries. The injured party may still be entitled to
compensation for exacerbating or reinjuring their original injury. A person
hurt in an accident should keep a daily journal detailing how the injury
affects him or her and, if appropriate, his or her immediate family in order to
document the damages.
Family
members’ damages
The accident victim's spouse may also be entitled to compensation for harm to or loss of the marriage relationship. It is customary for both the husband and wife to file the "loss of consortium" claim. Loss of consortium, also known as loss of love, companionship, comfort, affection, solace, moral support, sexual relations, ability to have children, and physical assistance in running and maintaining a home, refers to any adverse effect on the marital relationship brought on by an accident. Loss of consortium may be either transient or irreversible.
Dealing
with the insurance company after an accident
After an accident, dealing with the insurance provider
Usually, the insurance provider will
cover the victim's losses. The victim may be eligible to reimbursement from
their own insurance company under an uninsured or underinsured motorist
provision if the other driver has insufficient insurance or is not insured at
all. Additionally, the injured party can be covered by other insurance plans,
such as those of other family members or businesses. In these situations, we
have successfully secured insurance coverage for numerous clients. Even if the
victim was partially at fault, the law may still allow for recovery.
Different insurance
coverage is frequently required and available for rideshare drivers for Uber or
Lyft. Nadrich & Cohen also handles Uber & Lyft
accident claims on
behalf of drivers and passengers.
Contact our team of
experienced California car accident lawyers today by calling us today.
Additional Factors Affecting Accident Claim Value
Who is at fault
· How easily the other party’s fault can be
established
· Type and seriousness of the injuries
· Amount of insurance coverage available
· How the accident happened
· Extent of vehicle damage
· Whether the injuries are permanent or involve
significant scarring
· Amount of your past and expected future
medical bills
· Effect of the accident on your income
Remember, every
personal injury case is different.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Unless the potential of bringing a
personal injury lawsuit because of a lowball offer from the insurance company
still remains, a personal injury claim filed with an insurance company has no
teeth.
In California, those who have been
hurt legally have two years from the date of their injury to initiate a
lawsuit. A statute of limitations governs this time frame.
Injury victims are prohibited from filing a lawsuit beyond this deadline in order to get compensation for their damages. Insurance companies won't give injured people who can't sue what they are due for their injuries.
Personal injury claims can be very
complicated, and assembling the proof required to make a strong case can take
some time. Therefore, if you've been hurt in an accident, it's crucial that you
get in touch with Nadrich & Cohen right away so that we can do everything
in our power to compile a strong case on your behalf and, if necessary, file a
lawsuit before the statute of limitations runs out.
California car
accident attorney
The legal team at Nadrich & Cohen has seen it all. Contact us today for a free consultation to see if you have a case. Let an auto accident lawyer at Nadrich & Cohen deal with the insurance adjusters so that you can focus on recovering from your injuries.
