ANAHEIM TEXTING WHILE DRIVING ACCIDENT LAWYER

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Texting While Driving Accidents

Distracted driving is a major cause of auto accidents. Accidents caused by distracted driving range from very serious - it is the number one cause of highway fatalities and wrongful death lawsuits - to minor rear-end accidents or fender-benders.

According to research, texting while driving ups the risk of a car crash 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 length 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 phone call, talk without a hands-free setup, and read or type out a text message while driving.

Although texting while driving is what people instantly think of when a distracted driver is mentioned, there are other common forms of distracted driving still prevalent. They include: looking at directions on an electronic navigation system like GPS or Google Maps, talking on a handheld cellphone, messing with a radio or CD player, doing 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.

Anaheim Attorneys for High Speed Collisions

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Exceeding the speed limit – or driving too fast for road conditions – is second behind distracted driving as the leading contributing factor to most car crashes.

Speeding increases the force of impact. The faster you're traveling at the time of the collision, the greater the force of the collision. This generally means more serious injuries and more fatal car wrecks. Speeding also contributes to higher dollar 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're trusting that they are responsible drivers and put forth enough reasonable care to avoid an automobile accident. A driver that speeds is neglecting this responsibility and puts everyone at risk - especially motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians.

If you’ve been injured in a high-speed collision in Anaheim, and it can be proven the other party was speeding, you may be entitled to compensation.

Let the high-speed collision lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC fight to maximize your compensation for medical expenses, ongoing therapy and care, lost income, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

Contact our Anaheim high-speed collision attorneys today for a free case evaluation.

ANAHEIM LYFT & UBER ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Anaheim Rideshare Car Accident Lawyers

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 bills, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost wages. The ridesharing era has certainly made getting around in Anaheim much less of a hassle. Drinking and driving has decreased thanks in part to ridesharing's surge in popularity. It's also provided many people with a new source of income in today's gig economy.

However, as the rideshare industry grows, so have the number of accidents involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Worse yet, insurance companies often do not know the insured party is using their vehicle for ridesharing. This means they might be unwilling to fully compensate victims.

Since ridesharing is so new, the legal waters when it comes to Lyft and Uber car crashes are still murky.

This is why you'll benefit from having the Anaheim Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC by your side. Uber and Lyft are huge publicly-traded companies worth billions of dollars. Unlike a lot of motorists carrying just the minimum-required liability coverage of $15,000 for injury or death on their auto insurance, Uber and Lyft drivers have a $1 million insurance policy. But rideshare companies will look at things like if their driver was signed onto the app and accepting rides when the collision occurred.

Considering the amount of insurance covering Uber and Lyft drivers, anyone injured in a car wreck caused by a ridesharing driver might be entitled to more compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma tied to the accident. This applies to a passenger injured in a ridesharing vehicle, regardless of whether their driver was or wasn’t 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 Anaheim.

Anaheim Drunk Driving Attorneys

 

Have you or a loved one been involved in a collision with a drunk driver in Anaheim? What follows this terrible act of negligence and reckless behavior can be devastating.

Approximately one-third of deaths on U.S. roads and highways are caused by drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs isn’t just against the law, it’s a breach of moral conduct that endangers the lives of others. Someone driving while intoxicated or high has trouble focusing, impaired muscle coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a delayed response time.

A survivor of an accident with a drunk driver often has very bad injuries they must live with. This includes both physical pain and mental distress or emotional trauma.

Victims of drunk driving accidents can seek financial compensation. Not only can they seek standard compensation – things like medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages might also be paid out. Jurors and judges can be hard on drunk drivers and the settlement amount in DUI cases can be very significant.

If you’ve been hurt in a car accident caused by an impaired driver, contact the Anaheim drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.

Anaheim T-Bone Accident Lawyers

It all happens way to quickly. A traffic light changes or you're proceeding through an intersection from a stop sign. From out of the blue, another automobile crashes into the side of your vehicle. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" accident and is the most common type of accident at an intersection.

If you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in a broadside crash you can trust the Anaheim t-bone car collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money that's owed to you.

Anaheim Rear-End Car Collision Lawyers

It happens way too much. Your car comes to a complete stop ,however, the vehicle behind you doesn't stop. You car is rear-ended.

Although rear-end accidents are less serious than a major collision, injuries are prevalent and could result in lifelong pain or discomfort if not immediately evaluated. Injuries after being rear-ended include whiplash - a strain or tear of ligaments and muscles in the neck, mild or severe concussions, spinal injuries like herniated discs or hyperextension, and lockjaw or TMJ symptoms.

Since rear-end collisions don't typically result in EMTs or ambulances, many people just go home after they're in a rear-end collision and don't seek a medical evaluation. Symptoms very commonly don't appear until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, seek medical attention right away.

If you've been rear-ended and injured, contact the rear-end collision lawyers 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.

Anaheim Rollover Accident Attorneys

Rollover accidents commonly take place when a driver loses control of their car 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 involved in rollover accidents. The reason for this is their mass being distributed higher off the road in relation to the vehicle's width. The gravity's center is further increased when there's additional cargo and passengers.

The majority of rollovers are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also occur in multi-vehicle collisions, particularly if the collision's impact is in the side.

While rollover accidents account for less than 3% of all automobile 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 injured in a rollover, contact auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to determine the worth of your case.

Anaheim Crossover Crash Lawyers

Lane switch accidents happen so quickly and unexpectedly that even the most cautious driver won't have enough time to react and avoid colliding. One minute you're just driving down a multi-lane highway and, suddenly, the car beside you hastily 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 maneuver evasively. Both could cause you to strike other vehicles or hit a median, telephone pole, tree, or another object.

Unsafe lane crossovers can injure you and your passengers. Death is even possible. Lane crossovers are considered unsafe if the motorist is guilty of:

• Doesn't properly signal when turning
• Doesn't see a car quickly approaching in a parallel lane or misjudges speed
• Doesn't check their blind spot when switching lanes
• Attempts to change lanes at a stop light or intersection
• Is texting or on their phone when driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously merges into a middle lane with another car

If you were injured 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.

Sideswipe Collision Attorneys in Anaheim

Sideswipe accidents happen when moving vehicles 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 the drivers blame each other. Sidesweep accidents are usually caused by drivers drifting into an adjacent lane, making improper turns, failing to yield at a merge point, or being overly aggressive or inattentive when switching lanes.

If you've been hurt in a sidesweep accident, contact the auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to set up a free case evaluation

Anaheim Multi-Vehicle Accident Attorneys

All car wrecks are scary, but collisions that involve multiple automobiles can be particularly devastating. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction wrecks involving multiple cars are some of the most dangerous kinds of traffic accidents.

Multiple vehicle accidents are often caused by conditions like low-visibility, road hazards, tailgating, texting while driving, or construction zones.

Multiple-vehicle crashes 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.

Costs of Medical Care & Treatment - The amount you're rewarded is affected by the the type and extent of the injuries you sustained.

That said, whether you have lacerations, bruising, and burns, a back injury or whiplash  or you've sustained a spinal cord or traumatic brain injury with paralysis or another permanent disability, our Los Angeles car accident injury attorneys can help you!

We will work closely with you and your doctors to determine the extent of your injuries. We'll assess the type of medical care and therapy or rehab you’ll need, if a full recovery is possible, and how long your recovery will take.

Immediately after your car accident, we recommend you undergo a full medical examination. Even if the accident seems like a minor fender-bender, many neck or back injuries aren't realized until hours or even days following the accident. You need to have a medical record for your case to be worth anything.

You could be entitled to compensation for all medical costs. This includes physical or cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for doctor consultations,  medical supply costs for crutches, etc., the cost of prescription drugs, permanent disability costs, charges for in-home care services, the cost of home remodels to accommodate a physical handicap. and continued care and treatment.

Car collisions can bring about serious injuries that drastically change how you live your life and may keep you from working. If you're missing 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 improve your chances of getting lost income after an auto accident. When you seek "lost wages" related to an auto accident, you're looking to get any income you could've made had you not been injured in the collision.

Lost wages usually include:

• Hourly Wage or Weekly/Monthly Salary
• Bonuses and Commission
• Sick Leave and Vacation Pay
• Overtime Pay
• Self-Employment Wages
• Missed Promotions or Raises While You Were Away From Work

Insurance companies are infamous for paying out the least amount possible and might sometimes argue against your benefits for lost wages. If you experience this, tag in the personal injury attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you deserve.

Pain and suffering is money you can pursue for any injuries, emotional distress, and decreased quality of life caused by a car accident. Legally it's defined as physical or mental distress.

For example, a brain or spinal cord injury might mean the accident victim can't participate in hobbies or activities they once liked.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

A victim disfigured in an accident might pursue compensation if it's significantly impacted their personal life or cost them job opportunities.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

Someone suffering a broken bone or whiplash could live with a lot of pain, have a lower quality of life, and be struggling with loss of sleep, bouts of depression, panic attacks from anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the wreckage itself.

You deserve to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations an automobile accident and the other driver's negligence has brought on.

Our Los Angeles pain and suffering attorneys are very adept at making jurors and a judge feel your pain. A picture is painted of the life you had and what you've lost. Your situation and both the tangible and intangible losses you're facing will be effectively told and we'll get money for you!

Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your automobile. You might get money for any belongings that were inside the vehicle and consequently damaged in the accident. An insurance adjuster will estimate the monetary loss and our attorneys will 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.