RIVERSIDE LYFT & UBER ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

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Riverside Rideshare Accident Lawyers

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a collision involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can pursue financial compensation for your medical expenses, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost wages. The rideshare phenomenon has certainly made getting around in Riverside much easier. Drinking and driving has decreased thanks in part to ridesharing's surge in popularity. It has also provided many people with an extra income source in the gig economy of today.

But 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 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 murky at best.

This is why you'll benefit from having the Riverside 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 a lot of drivers carrying only 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 into the app and accepting rides when the collision took place.

Considering how much liability coverage Lyft and Uber drivers carry, anyone injured in an accident involving a ridesharing driver might be entitled to more compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma resulting from the wreck. This includes injured passengers in a rideshare car, 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 Riverside.

RIVERSIDE TEXTING WHILE DRIVING ACCIDENT LAWYER

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Accidents Caused By Texting & Driving

A major cause of car accidents is distracted driving. 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 studies, sending or receiving a tex message raises the risk of a car accident 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 with no vision.

In the state of California, it's illegal 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 and driving is what most instantly think of when a distracted driver is mentioned, there are other common forms of distracted driving still prevalent. These include: following the directions on an electronic navigation system like Google Maps or GPS, talking on a handheld cellphone, 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 involved in an accident caused by distracted driving, connect with M.R. Parker Law, PC today to discuss compensation for your injuries.

Riverside Lawyers for Drunk Driving Victims

Have you or someone you love been hit by a drunk driver in Riverside? The aftermath of this this negligent act and reckless behavior is devastating.

Nearly 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 moral breach of conduct that risks the lives of others. Someone driving under the influence has trouble focusing, impaired muscle coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a delayed response time.

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

Victims of drunk driving accidents can pursue financial compensation. Not only can the standard compensation be pursued – things like medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages might also be paid out. Judges and jurors can be hard on drunk drivers and compensation in DUI cases can be very significant.

If you’ve been injured in a car wreck brought on by a drunk driver, contact the Riverside drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.

Riverside High Speed Crash Attorneys

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

Speed increases the force of impact. The faster you're driving at the time of the crash, the greater the force of the collision. This usually means more serious injuries and more fatal car accidents. Speed also contributes to higher dollar 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 a wreck. 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 crash in Riverside, 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 maximize your compensation for medical expenses, ongoing therapy and care, lost wages, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

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

Riverside Rear Impact Collision Attorneys

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

Although rear-end accidents seem minor, injuries are prevalent and could be a nagging problem if not immediately evaluated. 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 seek a medical evaluation. 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. Many times, rear-end accidents can be attributed to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.

Vehicle Rollover Accident Lawyers in Riverside

Rollover accidents commonly occur when a driver has lost control of their car and it trips over something - most commonly uneven pavement, a curb, tree stump, or an object.

Most vehicle rollovers involve SUVs or pickup trucks. Rollovers are most common with SUVs. This is because their mass being distributed higher off the road in relation to the the width of the vehicle. The center of gravity is further increased when there's additional passengers and cargo.

The majority of rollovers are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also occur in multiple-vehicle collisions, particularly if the vehicle is struck from the side.

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

Riverside T-Bone Injury Attorneys

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

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

Riverside Sideswipe Car Accident Attorneys

Sideswipe accidents happen when moving vehicles get too close to each other 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 typically caused by drivers drifting into an adjacent lane, making illegal turns, failing to yield at a merge point, or being overly aggressive or inattentive when switching lanes.

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

Riverside Multi-Vehicle Auto Accident Lawyers

All car crashes are scary, but collisions involving multiple vehicles can be particularly frightening. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction crashes involving more than 2 vehicles are some of the most dangerous types of traffic collisions.

Multiple vehicle accidents can often be attributed to factors like low-visibility, road hazards, tailgating, texting while driving, or construction zones.

Multiple-vehicle accidents can be life-changing 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.

Riverside Lane Crossover Accident Attorneys

Unsafe lane crossovers can injure you and your passengers. Fatalaties are even possible. A lane crossover is deemed unsafe if the motorist is guilty of:

• Fails to properly signal making a turn
• Fails to see a car quickly approaching in a parallel lane or misjudges speed
• Neglects to check their blindspot when changing 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 a middle lane with another vehicle

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 getting compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Medical Expenses - Your compensation is influenced by the type and severity of the injuries you sustained.

That said, whether you have cuts, bruises, and burns, a back injury or whiplash  or you've sustained 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 care and therapy you’ll need, if a full recovery is expected, and how long your recovery will take.

Immediately after your auto accident, we recommend you undergo a full medical examination. Even if the incident seems like a simple fender-bender, many injuries to the neck or back aren't felt until hours or even days after the collision. You'll want to have a medical record if you expect to have a case.

You could be owed compensation for all medical expenses. This includes physical or cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for medical consultations,  medical supply costs for crutches, etc., the cost of prescription drugs, permanent disability costs, fees associated with in-home care services, the cost of home renovations to accommodate a physical handicap. and on-going treatments or care.

Automobile collisions contribute serious injuries that significantly change how you live day-to-day life and may keep you from being able to work. If you're missing work due to injuries sustained in a car wreck, we'll fight to get you the money you deserve.

Hiring one of the Los Angeles area car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC will improve your chances of being rewarded with lost income after an auto wreck. When you seek "lost wages" related to a car collision, you're seeking any income you would've had an opportunity to earn had you not been injured in the collision.

Lost wages typically include:

• Hourly/Salary Income
• Bonuses and Commission
• Sick Leave and Vacation Pay
• Overtime Pay
• Self-Employment Wages
• Missed Promotions or Raises While You Weren't Working

Insurance companies are infamous for paying out as little as possible and might sometimes dispute your lost wages benefits. 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 can pursue for any injuries, emotional trauma, and lessened quality of life caused by a car accident. The legal definition is physical or mental distress.

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

A dollar amount can be put on that.

A victim disfigured in a collision might seek money if it's significantly impacted their personal life or cost them career 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, feelings of depression, crippling anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the accident.

You have the right to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations this accident and someone's negligence has brought on.

Our Los Angeles pain and suffering attorneys are very adept at making a jury and judge feel your pain. We paint a picture of the quality of life you had and what you've lost. Your situation and both the tangible and intangible losses you face 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 receive monetary compensation for any property that was in the car and consequently damaged in the accident. 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.