SANTA CLARITA LYFT & UBER CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Santa Clarita Rideshare Accident Attorneys

If you or a member of your family has been injured in a car accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can pursue 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's also provided many people with an extra source of income in today's gig economy.

But as the ridesharing industry grows, so have the number of accidents involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Worse yet, insurance companies often don't know the insured party has been using their car for ridesharing. This means they're not always willing to fully compensate victims.

Since ridesharing is so new, the legal waters around Lyft and Uber auto accidents are still murky.

This is why you'll benefit from having 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 valued at 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 carry $1 million in liability insurance + uninsured/underinsured coverage. 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 liability coverage Lyft and Uber drivers carry, anyone injured in a collision with a ridesharing driver could be entitled to more compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma resulting from the wreck. This includes injured passengers 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 DISTRACTED DRIVING ATTORNEYS

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Accidents Caused By Texting & Driving

Distracted driving is a major cause of auto accidents. Crashes 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 studies, sending or receiving a tex message 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 length of a football field blindfolded.

In California, it's illegal 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 and driving is what people instantly think of when a distracted driver is mentioned, there are other instances of distracted driving still prevalent. These include: following the directions on an electronic navigation system like GPS or Google Maps, using a handheld cellphone, messing with a radio or CD player, putting on makeup, smoking or vaping, 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 Clarita Attorneys for DUI Collisions

Have you or a loved one been involved in a collision with a drunk driver in Santa Clarita? What follows this terrible act of negligence and reckless behavior can be 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 illegal, it’s a breach of moral conduct that jeopardizes the lives of others. A driver 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 emotional trauma or mental distress.

Victims of drunk driving accidents can pursue financial compensation. Not only can they seek standard compensation – things like medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages could also conceivably 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 injured in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, contact the Santa Clarita drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.

Santa Clarita Lawyers for High Speed Collisions

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

Speed increases the force of impact. The faster you're traveling at the time of the collision, the greater the force of impact. This generally means more serious injuries and more fatalities. Speeding also contributes to higher dollar property damage.

When you drive 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 is neglecting this responsibility and puts everyone at risk - especially pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists.

If you’ve been injured 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 attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC fight to get you maximum compensation for medical expenses, ongoing therapy and care, lost income, pain, suffering, and emotional trauma.

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

Rear-End Car Accident Attorneys in Santa Clarita

It happens very frequently, and it's happened to all of us at some point. Your car comes to a sudden stop and the driver behind you doesn't stop. Your car is rear-ended.

Although rear-end accidents seem minor, injuries are prevalent and could bring permanent pain or discomfort if not immediately tended to. Injuries after your car is rear-ended include whiplash - which happens when a person's head moves backward and then forward again with great force, 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 seek a medical evaluation. Symptoms sometimes don't surface until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, get a checkup 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 attributed to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.

Vehicle Rollover Accident Attorneys in Santa Clarita

Rollover accidents commonly take place when a driver has lost 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 associated with rollover accidents. The reason for this is 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 rollovers are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also occur in multi-vehicle accidents, especially if the vehicle is hit from the side.

Although rollover accidents account for less than 3% of all car 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 Clarita T-Bone Collision Attorneys

In an instant, it can happen. A light changes from red to green or you're crossing through an intersection after sitting at a stop sign. The next thing you know, another car collides into the side of your vehicle. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" accident and is the most common accident-type at intersections.

If you or a loved one have sustained serious injuries in a t-bone collision you can trust the Santa Clarita t-bone car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you're entitled to.

Santa Clarita Sideswipe Car Accident Lawyers

Sideswipe accidents take place when moving cars get too close to each other and make contact along their sides.

Sideswipe accidents often present some challenges when proving liability since they become a blame game between the parties involved. Sideswipe accidents are typically caused by drivers drifting into the other lane, making illegal turns, not yielding 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

Santa Clarita Multi-Vehicle Auto Accident Attorneys

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

Multiple vehicle accidents are often caused by factors like fog, road hazards, tailgating, distracted 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.

Crossover Crash Attorneys in Santa Clarita

Unsafe lane changes can injure you and your passengers. Fatalaties are even possible. Lane crossovers are considered unsafe if the motorist is commits the following:

• Fails to properly signal when turning
• Doesn't see a car fast approaching in a parallel lane or doesn't properly judge 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 car

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 winning compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

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

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

Immediately after your auto 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 after the collision. You need to have a medical record for your case to be worth anything.

You are entitled to compensation for all medical bills. This includes physical or cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for doctor consultations,  the cost of medical supplies - like crutches, the cost of prescription medications, 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.

Automobile accidents can result in serious injuries that drastically change how you live your life and may also force you to miss work. If you're unable to work because of injuries from a car collision, we'll fight to get you the money you're owed.

Hiring one of the Los Angeles area car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC will increase your chances of being rewarded with lost income following an auto wreck. When you seek "lost wages" related to a car collision, you're going for any money you could've earned had you not been injured in an accident.

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 Recovering

Insurance companies are infamous 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 lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to help you reclaim the money you deserve.

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

For instance, head trauma or an injury to the spinal cord might mean the accident victim can't participate in activities or hobbies they once loved.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

A victim disfigured in an accident might seek money 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, feelings of depression, panic attacks from anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the accident.

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

Our pain and suffering attorneys in the Los Angeles area are very good at making a jury and judge feel your pain. We paint a picture of the kind of life you had and what's been lost. Your experience and both the tangible and intangible losses you face will be effectively shared and our lawyers will get money for you!

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