SANTA MONICA ATTORNEYS FOR TEXTING & DRIVING CAR ACCIDENTS

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Accidents Caused By A Distracted Driver

Distracted driving is a major cause of auto accidents. Crashes brought on 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 statistics, sending or receiving a tex message ups 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 blind.

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 people instantly think of when a distracted driver is mentioned, there are other common forms of distracted driving still prevalent. They include: looking at directions on an electronic navigation system like Google Maps or GPS, talking on a handheld cellphone, fumbling 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 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 MONICA RIDESHARING ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Santa Monica Rideshare Accident Lawyers

If you or someone you love has been hurt in a car accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can seek financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost wages. The ridesharing era has certainly made going from place to place in Santa Monica much easier. Drinking and driving has decreased thanks in part to ridesharing's surge in popularity. It's additionally 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 accidents involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Even worse, insurance companies often do not know the insured party is using their car for ridesharing. This means they're not always willing to fully compensate victims.

Since ridesharing is a relatively new phenomenon, the legal waters when it comes to Lyft and Uber car crashes are still murky.

This is why you need the Santa Monica 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 many motorists carrying only 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 or wasn't signed onto the app and accepting rides when the accident/incident took place.

Considering how much liability coverage Lyft and Uber drivers carry, anyone injured in an accident involving 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 a passenger injured in a ridesharing 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 attorneys in Santa Monica.

High Speed Crash Attorneys in Santa Monica

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

Speeding increases the force of impact. The higher the speed at the time of the collision, the greater the force of impact. This usually 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 are responsible drivers and demonstrate enough reasonable care to avoid an automobile accident. A driver that speeds neglects this responsibility and puts everyone at risk - especially bicyclists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians.

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

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

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

DUI Accident Lawyers in Santa Monica

Have you or a loved one been involved in a collision with a drunk driver in Santa Monica? The aftermath of this this terrible act of negligence and reckless behavior can be devastating.

Approximately one-third of deaths on U.S. highways and roads are the result of drunk driving. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol isn’t just illegal, it’s a moral breach of conduct that jeopardizes the lives of others. A driver under the influence has difficulty 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 physical pain and emotional trauma or mental distress.

A victim of a drunk driving accident can seek financial compensation. Not only can the standard compensation be pursued – things like medical bills, 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 compensation in DUI cases can be very significant.

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

Rear-End Collision Lawyers in Santa Monica

It's quite too common. Your car comes to a full stop but the vehicle behind you doesn't stop. Your car is rear-ended.

Although rear-end accidents are seldom deadly injuries are prevalent and could bring permanent pain or discomfort if not immediately evaluated. Injuries after being 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 typically result in EMTs or ambulances, many people just go home after their car has been rear-ended and don't follow-up with a physician. Symptoms might not become noticeable until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, get a checkup right away.

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 attributed to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.

Santa Monica T-Bone Injury Lawyers

In an instant, it can happen. A traffic light changes or you're proceeding through an intersection from a stop sign. The next thing you know, another car crashes into the side of your automobile. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" crash 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 Monica t-bone car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money that you deserve.

Santa Monica Rollover Car Accident Attorneys

Rollover accidents commonly happen when a driver loses control of their vehicle 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. The reason for this is their mass being distributed higher off the road relative to the vehicle's width. The center of gravity is further increased when there's additional cargo and passengers.

The majority of rollovers are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also happen in multiple-vehicle accidents, especially if the collision's impact is in the side.

While rollover accidents account for less than 3% of all car 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.

Santa Monica Sideswipe Car Accident Lawyers

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 where the drivers blame each other. Sideswipe accidents are usually 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 injured in a sideswipe accident, contact the auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to set up a free case evaluation

Santa Monica Multi-Vehicle Auto Accident Lawyers

All car crashes are scary, but collisions involving multiple automobiles can be downright devastating. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction collisons involving multiple vehicles 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-changing and sometimes fatal. If you or a loved one has been injured 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 Crash Lawyers

Unsafe lane changes can injure you and any passengers you may have. Fatalaties are even possible. A lane crossover is considered unsafe if the motorist is commits the following:

• Doesn't properly signal when turning
• Fails to see a car fast approaching in a parallel lane or doesn't properly judge 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 while driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously moves into the center lane with another vehicle

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 getting compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Costs of Medical Care & Treatment - Your compensation is affected by the type and severity of the injuries you sustained.

That said, whether you have bruises, cuts, and burns, whiplash or a back injury  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 the type of medical care and therapy or rehab you’ll need, if a full recovery is anticipated, and how long the recovery process will take.

Immediately following your car wreck, you need to you see a doctor for a full medical examination. Even if the accident seems like a minor fender-bender, many neck or back injuries aren't felt until hours or even days following the collision. If you expect to make a solid case, you need to have a medical record.

You might be owed compensation for all medical costs. This includes physical therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for doctor consultations,  the cost of medical supplies - like crutches, prescription drug costs, permanent disability costs, fees associated with in-home care services, the cost of home renovations to accommodate a physical handicap. and on-going care and treatments.

Auto accidents can result in serious injuries that drastically change how you live your life and might also prevent you from working. If you're unable to work because of injuries from a car accident, we'll fight to get you the compensation you need.

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

Lost wages usually include:

• Hourly Wage or Weekly/Monthly Salary
• 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 the least amount possible and might sometimes dispute your lost wages benefits. 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 money you may be entitled to for any physical pain, emotional trauma, and lessened quality of life caused by a car accident. The legal definition is physical or mental distress.

For instance, brain damage or a spinal cord injury might mean the accident victim can't participate in hobbies or activities they once enjoyed.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

A victim disfigured in a wreck 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 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 reliving the wreckage itself.

You deserve to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations an automobile accident and the other driver'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 kind of life you had and what's been lost. Your ordeal and both the tangible and intangible losses you're facing will be effectively communicated and our lawyers will get money for you!

Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your vehicle. You might receive monetary compensation for any belongings that were in the car and consequently damaged in the accident. 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.