SANTA MONICA DISTRACTED DRIVING ATTORNEYS

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Accidents Caused By A Distracted Driver

A major cause of car accidents is distracted driving. Accidents brought on by distracted driving range from very serious - a high number of roadway/highway fatalities, as well as wrongful death lawsuits, are due to distracted drivers - to minor rear-end accidents or fender-benders.

According to research, sending or receiving a tex message ups the risk of a collision 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. If driving 55 mph, that equates to driving the distance of a football field with your eyes covered.

In California, it's against the law for someone driving an automobile 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 and driving is what most immediately think of when distracted driving is mentioned, there are other common forms of distracted driving still prevalent. They include: following the directions on an electronic navigation system like Google Maps or GPS, using a handheld cellphone, fumbling around with a radio or CD player, putting on makeup, vaping or smoking, taking selfies or recording a video. and eating as they are driving.

If you've been involved in an accident caused by distracted driving, connect with M.R. Parker Law, PC today to discuss compensation for your injuries.

SANTA MONICA LYFT & UBER CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Santa Monica Rideshare Accident Lawyers

If you or someone you love has been hurt in an accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can seek financial compensation for your medical expenses, ongoing physical therapy, and lost wages. The ridesharing era has certainly made getting from place to place in Santa Monica 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 source of income in the gig economy of today.

However, as the ridesharing industry grows, so have the number of accidents involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Worse yet, insurance companies often do not know the insured party has been using their car 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 benefit from having the Santa Monica Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC in your corner. Uber and Lyft are huge publicly-traded companies worth billions of dollars. Unlike a lot of drivers 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 or wasn't signed onto the app and accepting rides when the collision occurred.

Considering how much insurance Uber and Lyft drivers carry, anyone injured in a car wreck caused by a ridesharing driver could be entitled to more compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma tied to the wreck. This includes a passenger injured in a rideshare 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 lawyers in Santa Monica.

Santa Monica High Speed Collision Attorney

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

Speed increases the force of impact. The faster you drive at the time of the collision, the greater the force of the collision. This generally means more serious injuries and more fatal car wrecks. Speed also contributes to higher dollar property damage.

When you’re behind the wheel, you're taking a leap of faith. You're trusting those you're sharing the road with. You're trusting that they drive responsibly and put forth enough reasonable care to avoid an automobile accident. A driver that speeds neglects this responsibility and is putting everyone at risk - especially motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians.

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

Let the high-speed collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC fight to get you maximum compensation for medical expenses, ongoing therapy and care, lost wages, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

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

DWI Accident Attorneys in Santa Monica

Were you or someone you love hit by a drunk driver in Santa Monica? The aftermath of this this terrible act of negligence and reckless behavior is devastating.

About one-third of deaths 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 breach of moral conduct that jeopardizes the lives of others. Someone driving while intoxicated or high has trouble focusing, impaired muscle coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a slowed reaction time.

A survivor of an accident with a drunk driver often has severe 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 wages, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages could also conceivably be paid out. Judges and jurors 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 wreck brought on by an impaired driver, contact the Santa Monica drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.

Rear-End Car Accident Attorneys in Santa Monica

It's one of the most common accidents. Your car comes to a sudden stop ,however, the driver behind you doesn't stop. Your car is hit from behind.

Although rear-end accidents seem minor, injuries are prevalent and could result in lifelong pain or discomfort if not immediately evaluated. Injuries after your car is 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 typically result in EMTs or ambulances, many people just go home after their car has been rear-ended and don't seek a medical evaluation. Symptoms very commonly don't surface 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 attorneys 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.

Santa Monica T-Bone Accident Attorneys

It all happens way to quickly. A light turns green or you're crossing an intersection having just stopped at a stop sign. The next thing you know, another car slams into the side of your vehicle. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" crash and is the most common accident-type at intersections.

If you or a loved one were seriously hurt in a t-bone accident you can trust the Santa Monica t-bone car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you're entitled to.

Vehicle Rollover Accident Attorneys in Santa Monica

Rollover accidents commonly happen when a driver loses control of their automobile and it trips over something - most commonly 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 because their mass being distributed higher off the road in relation to the the width of the vehicle. The gravity's center 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 collisions, especially if the collision's impact is in the side.

Although rollover accidents account for fewer than 3% of all vehicle accidents, they make up more than one-third of car accident fatalities. 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 lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to determine the worth of your case.

Santa Monica Sideswipe Collision Attorneys

Sideswipe accidents occur when moving vehicles get too close to each other and collide together along their sides.

Sideswipe accidents often present some challenges when proving liability since they become a blame game where each driver blames the other. Sideswipe accidents are usually caused by drivers drifting into an adjacent lane, making improper turns, not yielding when lanes merge, or being overly aggressive or inattentive when changing lanes.

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

Multi-Vehicle Accident Attorneys in Santa Monica

Most car accidents are scary, but collisions involving multiple automobiles can be downright devastating. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction wrecks involving more than 2 automobiles are some of the most dangerous types of traffic accidents.

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

Multiple-vehicle crashes can be life-altering and sometimes fatal. If you or a loved one has been hurt 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.

Santa Monica Crossover Accident Lawyers

Unsafe lane crossovers can injure you and your passengers. Death is even possible. A lane crossover is deemed unsafe if the motorist is commits the following:

• Doesn't 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 change lanes at a stop light or intersection
• Is texting or on their phone when driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously merges into the middle lane with another car

If you were injured when merging into traffic, or in an accident where someone unsafely switched lanes, contact the crossover accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC today to discuss possible compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Costs of Medical Care & Treatment - The amount of your settlement is impacted by the the type and extent of the injuries you sustained.

That said, whether you have lacerations, bruising, and burns, whiplash or a back injury  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 will work closely with you and your healthcare providers to determine the extent of your injuries. We'll assess future care and therapy you’ll need, if a full recovery is possible, and how long the recovery process will take.

Immediately following your auto accident, it's critical you see a doctor for 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 following the accident. You need to have a medical record for your case to be worth anything.

You could be owed compensation for all medical costs. This includes physical or cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for medical consultations,  medical supply costs for crutches, etc., the cost of prescription medications, costs of permanent disabilities, charges for in-home care services, the cost of home renovations to make a house handicap accessible. and on-going treatments or care.

Auto accidents can bring about serious injuries that drastically alter how you live your life and may keep you from being able to work. If you're unable to work due to injuries sustained in a car accident, we can fight to get you the compensation you're owed.

Hiring one of the Los Angeles area car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC will help any chance you have of reclaiming lost income following an auto accident. When you seek "lost wages" related to an auto accident, you're looking to get any income you could've earned had you not been injured in the wreck.

Lost wages usually include:

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

Insurance companies are notorious for paying out as little as they possibly can and might sometimes argue against your benefits for lost wages. If this happens, tag in the personal injury attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you deserve.

Pain and suffering is compensation you can seek for any physical pain, emotional distress, and lessened quality of life caused by a car accident. Legally it's defined as 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 hobbies or activities they once enjoyed.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

A victim disfigured in a wreck might seek money if it's greatly 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 live with a lot of pain, have a lower quality of life, and be struggling with loss of sleep, feelings of depression, paralyzing anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the collision.

You have the right 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 adept at making jurors and a judge feel your pain. A picture is painted of the kind of life you had and what's been lost. Your ordeal and both the tangible and intangible losses you face will be effectively communicated and our attorneys will get money for you!

Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your car. You might get money for any property that was in the car and consequently damaged in the wreck. 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.