ANAHEIM ATTORNEYS FOR TEXTING & DRIVING CAR ACCIDENTS

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Accidents Caused By Texting & Driving

Distracted driving is a major cause of auto accidents. Accidents brought on 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 studies, sending or receiving a tex message increases the risk of a car accident by as much as 25 times.

Studies have also concluded that 4.6 seconds is the average time a driver takes their eyes off the road to send or read a text message. When driving 55 miles per hour, that equates to driving the distance of a football field blind.

In California, it's against the law for someone operating a motor vehicle 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. They include: following the directions on an electronic navigation system like GPS or Google Maps, talking on a handheld cell phone, fiddling around 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 injured in an accident with a distracted driver, contact M.R. Parker Law, PC to discuss legal help for your injuries.

Anaheim High Speed Collision Lawyers

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

Speeding increases the force of impact. The higher the speed at the time of the crash, the greater the force of impact. This usually means more serious injuries and more deaths. Speeding also contributes to much more property damage.

When you drive you're taking a leap of faith. You're trusting those you share the road with. You trust that they drive responsibly and put forth enough reasonable care to avoid collisions. A driver that speeds neglects this responsibility and is putting everyone at risk - especially bicyclists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians.

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

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

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

ANAHEIM LYFT & UBER ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

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Anaheim Rideshare Accident Lawyers

If you or someone you love has been hurt in a car wreck involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can pursue financial compensation for your medical expenses, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost income. The rideshare phenomenon 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 has also provided many people with a new income stream in the gig economy of today.

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

Since ridesharing is so new, the legal waters surrounding Uber and Lyft car accidents are murky at best.

This is why you’ll need the Anaheim Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC by your side. Uber and Lyft are major publicly-traded companies that have pulled in billions of dollars. Unlike a lot of motorists carrying just state minimum 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 into the app and accepting rides at the time of the accident/incident occurred.

Considering how much liability coverage Lyft and Uber drivers carry, anyone injured in a collision with a ridesharing driver might be entitled to more compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma tied to the wreck. This includes passengers 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 lawyers in Anaheim.

Anaheim Lawyers for DUI Accidents

 

Were you or someone you love hit by a drunk driver in Anaheim? What comes after this this terrible act of negligence and reckless behavior can be devastating.

Nearly one-third of fatalities on U.S. highways and roads are brought on by drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs isn’t just against the law, it’s a moral breach of 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.

Someone who survives being hit by a drunk driver often has very bad injuries to deal with. This includes both physical pain and emotional trauma or mental distress.

A victim of a drunk driving accident can seek financial compensation. Not only can they seek standard compensation – things like medical expenses, lost income, 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 settlement amount in DUI cases can be very significant.

If you’ve been hurt in a car wreck 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 Attorneys

It can happen in an instant. A light turns green or you're crossing an intersection having just stopped at a stop sign. Suddenly, another automobile collides into the side of your automobile. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" accident and is the most common type of accident at intersections.

If you or a loved one were seriously injured in a t-bone car crash you can trust the Anaheim t-bone car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money that you deserve.

Rear-End Collision Attorneys in Anaheim

It's one of the most common accidents. You come to a complete stop but the vehicle behind you doesn't stop. You car is rear-ended.

Although rear-end accidents seem minor, injuries are prevalent and could be a nagging problem if not immediately tended to. Injuries after being rear-ended include whiplash - also known as a neck sprain or a neck strain, mild or severe concussions, spinal injuries like herniated discs or hyperextension, and lockjaw or TMJ symptoms.

Since rear-end collisions don't usually result in EMTs or ambulances, many people just go home after they're in a rear-end collision and don't go to an Emergency Room or Urgent Care to be examined. Symptoms might not appear until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, seek medical attention as soon as possible.

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. Many times, rear-end accidents can be tied to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.

Vehicle Rollover Accident Lawyers in Anaheim

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 involved in rollover accidents. This is due to their mass being distributed higher off the road in relation to the vehicle's width. The center of gravity is further increased when there's additional cargo and passengers.

Most rollover accidents are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also occur in multiple-vehicle accidents, especially if the vehicle is struck from the side.

While rollovers 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 Accident Attorneys

Lane switch accidents happen so quickly and from out of nowhere that even the most cautious driver will not have enough time to react and avoid colliding. One minute you're just driving down a multi-lane highway and, suddenly, the car next to you swiftly moves into your lane. You have no option but to either collide with them, which might very well cause you to lose control of your vehicle or maneuver evasively. Both could cause you to strike other cars or hit a median, telephone pole, tree, or another object.

Unsafe lane changes can injure you and any passengers you may have. Death is even possible. Lane crossovers are deemed unsafe if the motorist is does any of:

• Fails to properly signal when turning
• Doesn't see a car fast approaching in a parallel lane or misjudges speed
• Doesn't check their blind spot when switching lanes
• Attempts to switch lanes at a traffic light or intersection
• Is texting or on their phone when driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously merges 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 discuss being rewarded compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Anaheim Sideswipe Car Accident Attorneys

Sideswipe accidents happen when moving vehicles get too close to each other and make contact along their sides.

Sidesweep accidents are often a cause of great dispute since they become a blame game between the parties involved. Sidesweep accidents are typically caused by drivers drifting into the other lane, making improper turns, failing to yield when lanes merge, 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 Auto Accident Lawyers

All car wrecks are scary, but collisions involving 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 collisions.

Multi vehicle accidents can often be attributed to conditions like fog, road hazards, tailgating, texting while 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 attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC. We'll stand by your side to protect your legal rights.

Medical Expenses - Your compensation is impacted by the the type and extent of the injuries you sustained.

That said, whether you have bruises, cuts, and burns, whiplash or a back injury  or you suffer from a brain injury or a spinal cord injury with a permanent paralysis or disability, our Los Angeles car accident injury lawyers can help you!

We work closely with you and your healthcare providers to determine the extent of your injuries. We'll assess the type of medical care and rehabilitation you’ll need, if a full recovery is anticipated, and how long the recovery process will take.

Immediately following your car accident, it's critical you undergo a full medical examination. Even if the accident seems like a simple fender-bender, many neck or back injuries aren't noticeable until hours or even days after the collision. 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 therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for doctor consultations,  the cost of medical supplies such as crutches, the cost of prescription drugs, costs of permanent disabilities, charges for in-home care services, the cost of a home remodel to make a house handicap accessible. and on-going treatments or care.

Car collisions can cause serious injuries that significantly alter how you live day-to-day life and might also prevent you from working. If you're missing work because of injuries from a car accident, we can 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 your chances of getting lost income after a car wreck. When you seek "lost wages" related to an auto accident, you're going for any money you could've earned had you not been injured in a crash.

Lost wages usually include:

• Hourly/Salary Income
• Commisions or Bonuses
• Sick Leave and Vacation Pay
• Overtime Pay
• Self-Employment Wages
• Missed Promotions or Raises While You Were Recovering

Insurance companies are notorious for paying out as little as possible and might sometimes dispute your benefits for lost wages. If you experience this, tag in the personal injury attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to help you reclaim the money you deserve.

Pain and suffering is compensation you may be entitled to for any physical pain, emotional trauma, and lower quality of life brought on by a car wreck. The legal definition is physical or mental distress.

For example, head trauma or an injury to the spinal cord might mean the accident victim can no longer participate in activities or hobbies they once enjoyed.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

A victim disfigured in a wreck might seek money if it's significantly impacted their personal life or cost them work opportunities.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

Someone that suffers a broken bone or whiplash could walk around all day in immense pain, have a lower quality of life, and be struggling with loss of sleep, feelings of depression, crippling anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the accident.

You deserve to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations a car accident and someone'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 kind of life you had and what you've lost. Your experience and both the tangible and intangible losses you're facing will be effectively shared and we'll get money for you!

Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your car. You might also be compensated for any property that was in the car and consequently damaged in the crash. An insurance adjuster will estimate the cost 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.