CANOGA PARK ATTORNEYS FOR TEXTING & DRIVING CAR ACCIDENTS

---

Texting & Driving Accidents

Distracted driving is a major cause of different types of auto accidents. Accidents caused by distracted driving range from very serious - many roadway fatalities and wrongful death lawsuits are due to distracted driving - to minor rear-end accidents or fender-benders.

According to statistics, texting while driving ups the risk of a car crash 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. When driving 55 miles per hour, that equates to driving the distance of a football field blindfolded.

In the state of California, it's against the law for someone driving an automobile 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. These include: following the directions on an electronic navigation system like GPS or Google Maps, using a handheld cell phone, 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 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.

Drunk Driving Lawyers in Canoga Park

Have you or a loved one been involved in a collision with a drunk driver in Canoga Park? The aftermath of this this negligent act and reckless behavior is devastating.

Approximately one-third of fatalities 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. A driver under the influence has trouble focusing, impaired muscle coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a slowed reaction time.

Someone who survives being hit by a drunk 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 they seek standard compensation – things like medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages might also be paid out. Judges and jurors don’t go easy on drunk drivers and compensation in DUI cases can be very significant.

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

CANOGA PARK LYFT & UBER CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

---

Canoga Park Rideshare Car Accident Lawyers

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a car accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can pursue financial compensation for your medical expenses, ongoing physical therapy, and lost income. The ridesharing era has certainly made getting around in Canoga Park 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 a new income stream in today's gig economy.

But as the rideshare industry grows, so have 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 might be unwilling to fully compensate victims.

Since ridesharing is a relatively new phenomenon, the legal waters surrounding Uber and Lyft car accidents are still murky.

This is why you’ll need the Canoga Park 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 many motorists carrying only the minimum-required liability coverage of $15,000 for injury or death on their auto policy, Uber and Lyft drivers carry $1 million in liability insurance + uninsured/underinsured coverage. But rideshare companies will look at varying details like if their driver was signed into the app and accepting rides at the time of the collision took place.

Considering the amount of insurance covering Uber and Lyft drivers, anyone injured in an accident involving a ridesharing driver might be entitled to more compensation for medical costs, lost income, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma tied to the wreck. This includes injured passengers 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 lawyers in Canoga Park.

Canoga Park Rear-End Collision Attorneys

It happens all too often. Your car comes to a sudden stop ,however, the driver behind you doesn't stop. Your car is rear-ended.

Although rear-end accidents are seldom deadly injuries are prevalent and could be a nagging problem 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 surface until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, get evaluated by a physician 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 Canoga Park

Rollover accidents commonly occur when a driver loses control of their car and it trips over something - usually 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 due to their mass being distributed higher off the road relative to the vehicle's width. The gravity's center is increased even more when there's additional passengers and cargo.

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

While rollovers account for fewer 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 hurt in a rollover accident, contact auto accident lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to determine the worth of your case.

High Speed Collision Lawyers in Canoga Park

Exceeding 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 faster you're going 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 share the road with. You trust that they drive responsibly and put forth enough reasonable care to avoid a wreck. 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 Canoga Park, and it can be proven the other party was speeding, you might be entitled to money.

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

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

Canoga Park T-Bone Injury Lawyers

All it takes is a few seconds. A light changes from red to green or you're crossing through an intersection after sitting at a stop sign. Suddenly, another automobile 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 were seriously injured in a t-bone accident you can trust the Canoga Park t-bone car collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money that you deserve.

Sideswipe Collision Attorneys in Canoga Park

Sideswipe accidents occur when moving vehicles get too close to one another 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 typically caused by drivers drifting into an adjacent lane, making improper turns, failing to yield at a merge point, or being overly aggressive or inattentive when changing 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

Lane Crossover Accident Lawyers in Canoga Park

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 when turning
• Fails to see a car quickly approaching in a parallel lane or doesn't properly judge speed
• Doesn't check their blind spot when switching lanes
• Tries to switch lanes at a traffic light or intersection
• Is texting or on their cellphone while 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 talk about getting compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Multiple Vehicle Accident Attorneys in Canoga Park

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

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

Multiple-vehicle collisions 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 attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC. We'll stand by your side to protect your legal rights.

Costs of Medical Care & Treatment - The amount you're rewarded 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 a spinal cord or traumatic brain injury with paralysis or another permanent disability, our Los Angeles car accident injury attorneys can help you!

We work closely with you and your doctors 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 expected, and how long your recovery will take.

Immediately following your car accident, it's critical you see a doctor for a full medical examination. Even if the accident seems like an innocent fender-bender, many neck or back injuries 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 costs. This includes physical or cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for doctor consultations,  the cost of medical supplies such as crutches, the cost of prescription drugs, costs of permanent disabilities, fees associated with in-home care services, the cost of home renovations to make a house handicap accessible. and on-going care and treatments.

Automobile accidents can result in serious injuries that significantly alter how you live day-to-day life and might also prevent you from working. If you're missing work due to injuries from a car accident, 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 improve your chances of reclaiming lost income after an auto accident. When you seek "lost wages" related to an auto accident, you're pursuing any income you would've had an opportunity to earn had you not been injured in the crash.

Lost wages typically include:

• Hourly/Salary Income
• Commisions or Bonuses
• Sick Leave 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 benefits for lost wages. If this happens, tag in the personal injury attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to help you reclaim the money you deserve.

Pain and suffering is money you can pursue for any injuries, emotional distress, and lessened quality of life caused by a car accident. Legally it's defined as physical or mental distress.

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

A dollar amount can be put on that.

Someone disfigured in an accident 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 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, bouts of depression, panic attacks from anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from reliving the accident.

You have the right to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations this accident and the other driver'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 experience and both the tangible and intangible losses you're facing will be effectively shared and our lawyers will get money for you!

Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your automobile. You might also be compensated for any property that was inside the vehicle and consequently damaged in the wreck. An insurance adjuster will estimate the cost and our attorneys can 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.