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NEED AN AUTO ACCIDENT ATTORNEY IN LONG BEACH?
Injured in a car accident? Contact the Long Beach auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC.
We’ll do everything we can to get you the financial compensation you’re entitled to for lost wages, medical expenses, property damage, pain and suffering, and out of pocket expenses.
To increase the likelihood of a positive outcome, our firm approaches every case as if it’ll be going to trial. This means we investigate the car accident. We interview witnesses. We gather evidence that proves the other driver was at fault.
Our Long Beach car accident lawyers have the experience and expertise to handle even the most complicated cases. Several of our attorneys have previously worked for large insurance companies. This means we know how these companies operate. They prioritize their bottom line over yours. This is why we won’t settle your case for anything less than its full value. We will not hesitate to take your case to court if we feel an insurance company isn’t treating you fairly. Lastly, there’s no fee until we get money for you!
OUR LONG BEACH CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS KNOW WHAT YOU’RE GOING THROUGH – WE WANT TO HELP
Few things are as jarring as the sound of a car collision. Vehicle crashes don’t just wreck cars, they wreck lives, too. In just seconds, from out of nowhere, life can end or be forever altered in a serious automobile accident. And there’s a long road ahead for survivors.
When you’ve been hurt in a car accident, the last thing you need is extra stress given what you’ve already experienced. The injuries, wrecked car, and rehashing images from the accident over and over again in your head is already tormenting enough. Then you’ve got the medical expenses piling up and lost income, missed time at work stressing you out all the more.
The emotional distress can be concerning. Panic disorder, depression, sleep disturbances, nightmares, and memory or concentration problems plague you. If you can’t return to work and provide for yourself or your family, that can leave you feeling like you lack purpose.
If you can’t move very well due to injuries sustained in the accident, that lost independence and self-reliance can have you feeling as if you’ve become a hassle to friends and family assisting you through this time.
It goes without saying, this is a very difficult time in one’s life. One that shouldn’t be left in the hands of a claims adjuster at an insurance company. Not without someone on your side. Someone like us.
OUR CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS IN LONG BEACH WILL GET YOU EVERY PENNY YOU’RE OWED
Don’t let a car wreck jeopardize your future and put your finances at risk. Whether you were involved in a serious vehicle collision or a small fender bender, seek the counsel of our auto accident attorneys in Long Beach today at (818) 334-5711.
For years, M.R. Parker Law has successfully fought for the rights of motor vehicle accident victims. And we’ve won A LOT! Getting good deserving people – those suffering from someone else’s negligence – the money they deserve. Don’t let insurance companies take advantage of you by convincing you that your claim is worth anything less than it is.
THE INSURANCE COMPANIES AREN’T YOUR FRIENDS
Insurance companies aren’t your friend. Sure, the marketing slogans imply, “Like a good neighbor” or “You’re in Good Hands” but insurance companies care the most about their bottom line. They look to quickly write out a check to your name for an amount that sounds fair but is significantly less than what you really deserve.
They’re not interested in getting you a settlement that’s large enough to pay for your recovery and losses. They’re more interested in padding the company’s profit margin. They want to settle your claim as quickly as possible, paying out as little as possible, before you work with a car accident lawyer who will land you a bigger settlement.
That doesn’t mean the adjuster signed to your case won’t be friendly or empathetic. There are plenty of legitimately nice people in the insurance industry. Just keep in mind they’re NOT on your side, no matter how nice they are. They’re not working for you. WE ARE!
TALK TO A LONG BEACH CAR ACCIDENT INJURY LAWYER BEFORE YOU SPEAK TO AN INSURANCE COMPANY
If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, you really have to schedule an appointment with a dedicated car accident attorney right away. The longer you hold off, the more it could hurt your case.
When an insurance company asks for your statement of events, they’re picking apart your responses for words they can use against you. They’ll try to make it seem as if you’ve admitted some degree of fault for the accident. Something to justify any low ball settlement they offer. This is why you need our legal counsel BEFORE you provide them with any statement.
We offer a FREE consultation and anyone that walks through our doors is treated like family. The experienced and knowledgeable Long Beach auto accident lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC will shoulder the burden for you while making sure you get the full compensation you’re entitled to. This way, you can focus on your recovery rather than stress about your finances or your claim.
We can use our local network to link you to auto body shops, car dealerships, doctors and chiropractors, rental car providers, etc. Anything we can do to make your life a little easier during this time. And, again, we work on a contingency fee, which means we don’t make money until we get money for you!
WE CAN HANDLE ANY KIND OF CAR ACCIDENT CASE
Our car accident lawyers in Long Beach have experience representing clients involved in all types of auto accidents.
Click the option below that best represents the type of accident you were in. Regardless of the type of accident you were in, the personal injury attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC are here to fight for you, protect your legal rights, and get you the money you deserve!
LONG BEACH LYFT & UBER ACCIDENT LAWYERS
Long Beach Rideshare Car Accident Attorneys
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a car accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can seek financial compensation for your medical expenses, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost income. The rideshare era has certainly made going from place to place in Long Beach much less of a hassle. Drinking and driving has decreased thanks in part to ridesharing's surge in popularity. It's additionally provided many people with an extra income source in today's gig economy.
However, as the rideshare industry grows, so do the number of accidents involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Even worse, insurance companies are often unaware the insured party has been using their vehicle for ridesharing. This means they might be unwilling to fully compensate victims.
Since ridesharing is a relatively new phenomenon, the legal waters around Lyft and Uber auto accidents are still murky.
This is why you’ll need the Long Beach Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC by your side. Uber and Lyft are major publicly-traded companies worth billions of dollars. Unlike many motorists carrying only the minimum-required liability coverage of $15,000 for injury or death on their auto policy, Uber and Lyft drivers carry $1 million in liability insurance + uninsured/underinsured coverage. But rideshare companies will look at things like whether or not their driver was signed onto the app and accepting rides at the time of the accident/incident took place.
Considering how much insurance Uber and Lyft drivers carry, anyone injured in an accident involving a ridesharing driver might be entitled to more compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma resulting from the accident. This applies to a passenger injured in a rideshare vehicle, regardless of whether or not their driver was at-fault.
The car accident lawyers at M.R.Parker Law, PC specialize in Lyft and Uber accidents. Contact us today for a free consultation with one of our Lyft/Uber accident attorneys in Long Beach.
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Long Beach High Speed Crash Attorneys
Driving over the speed limit – or driving too fast for road conditions – is second to only distracted driving as the leading cause of most car crashes.
Speed increases the force of impact. The faster you're going at the time of the collision, the greater the force of the crash. This generally means more serious injuries and more fatalities. Speeding also contributes to significantly more dollars in property damage.
When you get behind the wheel of a car you're taking a leap of faith. You're trusting those you share the road with. You trust that they are responsible drivers and put forth enough reasonable care to avoid collisions. A driver that speeds is neglecting this responsibility and is putting everyone at risk - especially motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians.
If you’ve been hurt in a high-speed crash in Long Beach, and it can be proven the other party was speeding, you might be entitled to money.
Let the high-speed collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC fight to maximize your compensation for medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
Contact our Long Beach high-speed collision attorneys today for a free case evaluation.
LONG BEACH ATTORNEYS FOR TEXTING & DRIVING CAR ACCIDENTS
Texting While Driving Accidents
Distracted driving is a major cause of different types of auto accidents. Crashes caused by distracted driving range from very serious - there are many highway fatalities and wrongful death lawsuits linked to distracted driving - to minor rear-end accidents or fender-benders.
According to research, sending or receiving a tex message raises the risk of a collision by as much as 25 times.
Studies have also concluded that the average driver takes their eyes off the road for 4.6 seconds to send or read a text message. When driving 55 miles per hour, that equates to driving the distance of a football field blindfolded.
In the state of California, it's against the law for someone driving a car to use their cell phones to make a call, talk without a hands-free setup, and read or type out a text message while driving.
Although texting while driving is what most instantly think of when distracted driving is mentioned, there are other instances of distracted driving still prevalent. These include: looking at directions on an electronic navigation system like GPS or Google Maps, talking on a handheld cellphone, fiddling around with a radio or CD player, putting on makeup, vaping or smoking, taking selfies or recording a video. and eating while driving.
If you've been hurt in an accident with a distracted driver, M.R. Parker Law, PC can help get you compensated for any expenses and pain or suffering incurred.
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Long Beach Attorneys for Drunk Driver Accidents
Have you or someone you love been hit by a drunk driver in Long Beach? What follows this terrible act of negligence and reckless behavior is devastating.
Approximately one-third of fatalities on U.S. roads and highways are tied to drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs isn’t just illegal, it’s a breach of moral conduct that jeopardizes the lives of others. Someone driving under the influence has trouble focusing, muscle impairment, problems with coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a delayed response time.
Someone who survives being hit by a drunk driver often has very bad injuries to deal with. This includes both physical pain and mental distress or emotional trauma.
A victim of a drunk driving accident can seek financial compensation. Not only can they seek standard compensation – things like medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages could also conceivably be paid out. Jurors and judges don’t go easy on drunk drivers and the payout in DUI cases can be very significant.
If you’ve been hurt in a car wreck caused by an impaired driver, contact the Long Beach drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.
Long Beach Crossover Crash Lawyers
Lane switch accidents occur so quickly and unexpectedly that even the most cautious driver doesn't have enough time to react and avoid the collision. One minute you're just driving down a multi-lane highway and, without signaling and no warning at all, the car next to you swiftly moves into your lane. You have no option but to either collide with them, which could conceivably cause you to lose control of your automobile or make an emergency evasive maneuver. Both could cause you to hit other vehicles or hit a median, telephone pole, tree, or another object.
Unsafe lane changes can injure you and any passengers you may have. Fatalaties are even possible. A lane crossover is deemed unsafe if the motorist is guilty of:
- Doesn't properly signal when turning
- Fails to see a car quickly approaching in a parallel lane or doesn't properly judge speed
- Neglects to check their blindspot when changing lanes
- Tries to change lanes at a traffic light or intersection
- Is texting or on their cellphone while driving
- Falls asleep at the wheel
- Simultaneously moves into the center lane with another car
If you were hurt when merging into traffic, or in an accident where someone unsafely changed lanes, contact the crossover accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC today to talk about getting compensation for your injuries and medical claims.
Rollover Car Accident Attorneys in Long Beach
Rollover accidents commonly happen when a driver has lost control of their vehicle and it trips over something - generally uneven pavement, a curb, tree stump, or an object.
Most vehicle rollovers involve SUVs or pickup trucks. SUVs are most commonly associated with rollover accidents. The reason for this is their mass being distributed higher off the road relative to the vehicle's width. The center of gravity is further increased when there's additional cargo and passengers.
The majority of rollover accidents are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also happen in multiple-vehicle accidents, particularly if the vehicle is struck from the side.
While rollovers account for fewer than 3% of all vehicle accidents, one-third of car accident deaths come in rollovers. This is often attributed to there being partial or full ejection from the vehicle.
If you've been hurt in a rollover accident, contact auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to determine the worth of your case.
T-Bone Accident Attorneys in Long Beach
All it takes is a few seconds. A light turns green or you're crossing an intersection having just stopped at a stop sign. Suddenly, another vehicle slams into the side of your automobile. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" crash and is the most common type of accident at an intersection.
If you or a loved one have sustained serious injuries in a broadside crash you can trust the Long Beach t-bone car collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money that's owed to you.
Long Beach Rear-End Car Accident Attorneys
It's quite too common. Your car comes to a complete stop ,however, the driver behind you doesn't stop. You car is hit from behind.
Since rear-end collisions typically don't result in EMTs or ambulances, many people just go home following a rear-end accident and don't go to an Emergency Room or Urgent Care to be examined. Symptoms sometimes don't become noticeable until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, visit a doctor right away.
If you've been rear-ended and injured, contact the rear-end collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC today for a free evaluation of your case. Often, rear-end accidents can be tied to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.
Long Beach Sideswipe Collision Lawyers
Sideswipe accidents take place when moving cars get too close to one another and make contact along their sides.
Sidesweep accidents are often a cause of great dispute since they become a blame game where each driver blames the other. Sidesweep accidents are usually caused by drivers drifting into an adjacent lane, making improper turns, not yielding at a merge point, or being overly aggressive or inattentive when switching lanes.
If you've been injured in a sidesweep accident, contact the auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to set up a free case evaluation
Multi-Vehicle Accident Lawyers in Long Beach
Any car wrecks are scary, but collisions that involve multiple automobiles can be particularly frightening. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction crashes involving more than 2 cars are some of the most dangerous kinds of traffic accidents.
Multi vehicle accidents are often caused by factors like low-visibility, road hazards, tailgating, distracted driving, or construction zones.
Multiple-vehicle accidents can be life-altering and sometimes fatal. If you or a loved one has been injured in a multi-vehicle accident, contact the car accident lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC. We'll stand by your side to protect your legal rights.
WHAT CAN YOU BE COMPENSATED FOR AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT?
A collision can immediately turn one’s life upside down. The trial attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC have extensive experience investigating and reconstructing accidents to build a strong case for victims who did no wrong and are deserving of financial compensation. We get victims of car accidents the money they deserve for any pain, suffering, and emotional hardship experienced.
We’ll consult with your doctors to determine the extent of your injuries and prognosis. Is a complete recovery expected? What will the cost of future treatment or care be? How long will you miss work? How much have you lost in wages? Have there been opportunities at work for a promotion, bonus or raise? What impact has this had on your overall quality of life? Will there be lifelong pain and discomfort, cognitive decline, paralysis, physical handicap, or disfigurement? How about emotional distress or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? Has your marriage or relationships suffered?
We can get you compensation for any of the following…
Costs of Medical Care & Treatment - The amount you're rewarded is impacted by the the type and extent of your injuries.
That said, whether you have cuts, bruises, and burns, a back injury or whiplash or you've sustained brain trauma or a spinal cord injury accompanied by paralysis or another permanent disability, our Los Angeles car accident injury attorneys can help you!
We'll work closely with you and your doctors to determine the extent of your injuries. We'll assess future therapy/rehab and care you’ll need, if a full recovery is expected, and how long the recovery process will take.
Immediately after your auto accident, it's critical you undergo a full medical examination. Even if the wreck seems like a simple fender-bender, many injuries to the neck or back aren't realized until hours or even days after the wreck. If you expect to make a solid case, you need to have a medical record.
You might be owed compensation for all medical expenses. This includes physical therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for medical consultations, the cost of medical supplies - like crutches, the cost of prescription drugs, permanent disability costs, charges for in-home care services, the cost of home renovations to accommodate a physical handicap. and as-needed future care and treatments.
Auto collisions can bring about serious injuries that drastically alter how you live your life and may keep you out-of-work. If you're unable to work due to injuries sustained in a car wreck, we'll fight to get you the money you need.
Hiring one of the Los Angeles area car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC will help any chance you have of getting lost income after an auto accident. When you seek "lost wages" related to a car collision, you're pursuing any income you could've earned had you not been injured in the collision.
Lost wages usually include:- Hourly Pay or Weekly/MonthlySalary
- Bonuses and Commission
- Sick and Vacation Pay
- Overtime Pay
- Self-Employment Wages
- Missed Promotions or Raises While You Were Recovering
Insurance companies are infamous for paying out as little as they possibly can and might sometimes argue against your benefits for lost wages. If you experience this, tag in the personal injury lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to help you reclaim the money you deserve.
Pain and suffering is money you can seek for any injuries, emotional distress, and lessened quality of life brought on by a car wreck. Legally it's defined as physical or mental distress.
For instance, brain trauma or a spinal cord injury might mean the accident victim can no longer participate in hobbies or activities they once loved.
A dollar amount can be put on that.
Someone disfigured in a collision might seek compensation if it's significantly impacted their personal life or cost them job opportunities.
A dollar amount can be put on that.
Someone that suffers a broken bone or whiplash be walking around in tremendous pain, have a lower quality of life, and be struggling with loss of sleep, feelings of depression, panic attacks from anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from reliving the collision.
You deserve to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations a car accident and the other driver's negligence has brought on.
Our Los Angeles pain and suffering attorneys are very good at making jurors and a judge feel your pain. We paint a picture of the life you had and what you've lost. Your situation and both the tangible and intangible losses you face will be effectively communicated and our lawyers will get money for you!
Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your car. You might also be compensated for any belongings that were in the vehicle and consequently damaged in the accident. An insurance adjuster will assess the damage and estimate the cost and our attorneys can include that amount in the settlement offer.
Compensation for property damage is determined by replacement value, the cost of repairs, loss of use of items, or testimony that proves sentimental value if the damaged property is a family heirloom. Most property damage tied to a car accident is handled by insurance companies. You really shouldn't need an attorney to help with the insurance claims process. That said, if the insurance company refuses to pay out benefits you're owed, or denies your claim with no reasonable basis, they're acting in "bad faith" and this is possible grounds for a lawsuit.
If you need some extra help getting what you feel you're owed from the insurance company, consider speaking with one of the attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC.
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