SANTA CLARITA LYFT & UBER CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Santa Clarita Rideshare Car Accident Attorneys

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can seek financial compensation for your medical expenses, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost wages. The rideshare era has certainly made getting around in Santa Clarita 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 an additional income source in the gig economy of today.

However, as the ridesharing industry grows, so do the number of collisions involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Worse yet, insurance companies often don't know the insured party is using their car for ridesharing. This means they're not always willing 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 need the Santa Clarita Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC in your corner. Uber and Lyft are huge publicly-traded companies pulling in 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 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 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 wages, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma resulting from the accident. This applies to 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 Santa Clarita.

SANTA CLARITA ATTORNEYS FOR TEXTING & DRIVING CAR ACCIDENTS

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Texting & Driving Accidents

A major cause of car accidents is distracted driving. 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, texting while driving increases 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. If driving 55 mph, that equates to driving the distance of a football field blindfolded.

In the state of California, it's illegal 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 and driving is what many of us immediately think of when distracted driving is mentioned, there are other common types of distracted driving still prevalent. They include: looking at directions on an electronic navigation system like GPS or Google Maps, using a handheld cell phone, fumbling around with a radio or CD player, putting on makeup, smoking or vaping, 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.

Santa Clarita Lawyers for DUI Accidents

Were you or someone you love hit by a drunk driver in Santa Clarita? What follows this negligent act and reckless behavior can be devastating.

Approximately one-third of fatalities on U.S. highways and roads are the result of drunk driving. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol isn’t just against the law, it’s a breach of moral conduct that endangers the lives of others. A driver while intoxicated or high has difficulty focusing, muscle impairment, problems with coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a slowed reaction time.

Someone who survives a car crash with an intoxicated driver often has severe injuries they must live with. This includes both physical pain and mental distress or emotional trauma.

A victim of a drunk driving accident can pursue financial compensation. Not only can the standard compensation be pursued – things like medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages may also be paid out. Judges and jurors don’t go easy on drunk drivers and the settlement amount in DUI cases can be very significant.

If you’ve been hurt in an accident brought on by a drunk driver, contact the Santa Clarita drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.

High Speed Collision Lawyers in Santa Clarita

Driving beyond the speed limit – or driving too fast for road conditions – is second to only distracted driving as the leading cause of most car collisions.

Speeding increases the force of impact. The higher the speed at the time of the crash, the greater the force of the collision. This generally means more serious injuries and more fatal car accidents. Speeding also contributes to significantly more dollars in 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 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 pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists.

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

Let the high-speed collision lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC fight to get you maximum compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

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

Santa Clarita Rear-End Collision Attorneys

It's quite too common. You come to a sudden stop and the car behind you doesn't stop. Your car is rear-ended.

Although rear-end accidents might now seem like that big of a deal injuries are prevalent and could result in lifelong pain or discomfort 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 their car has been rear-ended and don't go to an Emergency Room or Urgent Care to be examined. Symptoms might not surface until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, visit a doctor 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. Often, rear-end accidents can be attributed to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.

Vehicle Rollover Accident Lawyers in Santa Clarita

Rollover accidents commonly take place when a driver has lost control of their automobile 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 the vehicles that typically come to mind when one hears about a rollover accident. The reason for this is their mass being distributed higher off the road relative to the the width of the vehicle. The center of gravity is increased even more when there's additional cargo and passengers.

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

While rollover accidents account for less than 3% of all vehicle accidents, they make up more than one-third of car accident fatalities. This can often be attributed to there being partial or full ejection from the vehicle.

If you've been injured in a rollover, contact auto accident lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to determine the worth of your case.

T-Bone Accident Lawyers in Santa Clarita

In an instant, it can happen. A traffic light changes or you're proceeding through an intersection from a stop sign. From out of the blue, another vehicle crashes into the side of your vehicle. 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 were seriously injured in a t-bone car crash you can trust the Santa Clarita t-bone car collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money that you deserve.

Santa Clarita Sideswipe Collision Lawyers

Sideswipe accidents take place when moving cars get too close to one another and collide together along their sides.

Sideswipe accidents are often a cause of great dispute since they become a blame game between the parties involved. 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 Clarita

Most car crashes are scary, but collisions that involve multiple vehicles can be downright frightening. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction accidents involving multiple automobiles are some of the most dangerous types of traffic accidents.

Multi vehicle accidents can often be attributed to conditions like fog, 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 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.

Crossover Crash Lawyers in Santa Clarita

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

• Doesn't properly signal making a turn
• Fails to 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 traffic light or intersection
• Is texting or on their cellphone when driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously merges into the center lane with another vehicle

If you were hurt 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.

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

That said, whether you have lacerations, bruising, 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 doctors to determine the extent of your injuries. We'll assess the type of therapy/rehab and care you’ll need, if a full recovery is possible, and how long the recovery process will take.

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

You could be entitled to compensation for all medical bills. This includes physical therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for medical consultations,  the cost of medical supplies such as crutches, the cost of prescription drugs, permanent disability costs, fees associated with in-home care services, the cost of home remodels 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 also force you to miss work. If you're missing work because of injuries sustained in a car wreck, 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 increase your chances of reclaiming lost income after a car wreck. When you seek "lost wages" related to an auto accident, you're pursuing any income you could've earned had you not been injured in the wreck.

Lost wages typically include:

• Hourly Wage or Weekly/Monthly Salary
• Commisions or Bonuses
• Sick and Vacation Pay
• Overtime Pay
• Self-Employment Wages
• Missed Promotions or Raises While You Weren't Working

Insurance companies are notorious 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 for help recovering the money you deserve.

Pain and suffering is compensation you can pursue for any injuries, emotional distress, and lessened quality of life brought on by a car wreck. The legal definition is physical or mental distress.

For instance, brain trauma or a spinal cord injury might mean the accident victim can no longer participate in activities or hobbies they once liked.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

Someone disfigured in an accident might pursue compensation if it's greatly impacted their personal life or cost them career opportunities.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

Someone suffering a broken bone or whiplash be walking around in tremendous pain, have a lower quality of life, and be struggling with sleep disturbances, bouts of depression, crippling anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the collision.

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

Our pain and suffering attorneys in the Los Angeles area are very skilled at making jurors and a judge feel your pain. A picture is painted of the life you had and what's been lost. Your experience and both the tangible and intangible losses you're facing will be effectively told and our attorneys will get money for you!

Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your vehicle. You might receive monetary compensation for any property that was in the vehicle and consequently damaged in the wreck. 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.