VENTURA DISTRACTED DRIVING ATTORNEYS

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Texting & Driving Accidents

Distracted driving is a major cause of auto accidents. 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 statistics, sending or receiving a tex message increases 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. If driving 55 mph, that equates to driving the distance of a football field blind.

In the state of California, it's against the law 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 all of us instantly 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 Google Maps or GPS, talking on 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 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.

Drunk Driving Accident Attorneys in Ventura

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

About one-third of fatalities on U.S. roads and highways are brought on by 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 trouble focusing, muscle impairment, problems with coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a slowed reaction time.

Someone who survives being hit by a drunk driver often has very bad injuries to deal with. This includes both physical pain 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 may also be paid out. Jurors and judges don’t go easy on drunk drivers and the settlement amount in DUI cases can be very significant.

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

VENTURA RIDESHARING ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Ventura Rideshare Car Accident Lawyers

If you or someone you love has been hurt in an accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can seek financial compensation for your medical expenses, ongoing physical therapy, and lost wages. The ridesharing phenomenon has certainly made getting from place to place in Ventura 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 source of income in today's gig economy.

However, as the ridesharing industry grows, so do the number of accidents 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 surrounding Uber and Lyft car accidents are still murky.

This is why you’ll need the Ventura Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC by your side. Uber and Lyft are huge publicly-traded companies pulling in billions of dollars. Unlike many motorists carrying just state minimum liability coverage of $15,000 for injury or death on their car insurance, Uber and Lyft drivers have a $1 million insurance policy. But rideshare companies will look at varying details like if their driver was or wasn't signed onto the app and accepting rides when the collision took place.

Considering how much insurance Uber and Lyft drivers carry, 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 resulting from the wreck. This applies to 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 attorneys in Ventura.

Rear-End Collision Lawyers in Ventura

It's one of the most common accidents. Your car comes to a sudden stop but the car 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 your car is rear-ended include whiplash - a neck injury due to a rapid and forceful back and forth jerking of the neck, mild or severe concussions, spinal injuries like herniated discs or hyperextension, and lockjaw or TMJ symptoms.

Since rear-end collisions typically don't result in EMTs or ambulances, many people just go home following a rear-end accident and don't go to an Emergency Room or Urgent Care to be examined. Symptoms might not become noticeable until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, seek medical attention 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. Often, rear-end accidents can be attributed to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.

Ventura Rollover Accident Lawyers

Rollover accidents typically happen when a driver has lost control of their automobile and it trips over something - usually 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. This is because their mass being distributed higher off the road relative to the the width of the vehicle. The center of gravity is further increased when there's additional passengers and cargo.

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

Although rollovers account for fewer than 3% of all automobile 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 accident, contact auto accident lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to determine the worth of your case.

Ventura High Speed Crash Attorneys

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

Speed increases the force of impact. The higher the speed at the time of the crash, the greater the force of the crash. This usually means more serious injuries and more fatalities. Speed also contributes to much more property damage.

When you get behind the wheel of a car 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 put forth enough reasonable care to avoid collisions. A driver that speeds neglects this responsibility and puts everyone at risk - especially pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists.

If you’ve been hurt in a high-speed collision in Ventura, and it can be proven the other party was speeding, you might 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, ongoing therapy and care, lost wages, pain, suffering, and emotional trauma.

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

Ventura T-Bone Accident Attorneys

It can happen in an instant. A light changes from red to green or you're crossing through an intersection after sitting at a stop sign. From out of nowhere, another vehicle drills into the side of your automobile. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" accident and is the most common accident-type at intersections.

If you or a loved one were seriously injured in a broadside crash you can trust the Ventura t-bone car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you're entitled to.

Ventura Sideswipe Collision Lawyers

Sideswipe accidents happen when moving vehicles get too close to one another and make contact 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 the other lane, making improper turns, failing to yield at a merge point, 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

Crossover Crash Lawyers in Ventura

Unsafe lane crossovers can injure you and any passengers you may have. Death is even possible. Lane crossovers are considered unsafe if the motorist is commits the following:

• Doesn't properly signal making a turn
• Doesn't see a car fast 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 while driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously merges into a middle lane with another car

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 being rewarded compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Ventura Multi-Vehicle Accident Attorneys

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

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

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

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

That said, whether you have cuts, bruises, and burns, whiplash or a back injury  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 will work closely with you and your healthcare providers 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 anticipated, and how long your road to recovery will take.

Immediately following your car wreck, you need to you have a full medical examination. Even if the incident seems like a minor fender-bender, many neck or back injuries aren't noticeable until hours or even days following the collision. You'll want to have a medical record if you expect to have a case.

You are entitled to compensation for all medical costs. This includes physical therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for medical consultations,  the cost of medical supplies - like crutches, the cost of prescription medications, permanent disability costs, charges for in-home care services, the cost of a home remodel to make a house handicap accessible. and as-needed future care and treatments.

Automobile accidents can cause serious injuries that significantly alter how you live your life and may keep you out-of-work. If you're missing work due to injuries from a car accident, 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 any chance you have of getting lost income following a car wreck. When you seek "lost wages" related to a car collision, you're going for any income you could've earned had you not been injured in the collision.

Lost wages usually include:

• Hourly Wage or Weekly/Monthly Salary
• 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 lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to help you reclaim the money you deserve.

Pain and suffering is money you can seek for any physical pain, emotional trauma, and lower quality of life brought on by a car wreck. Legally it's defined as physical or mental distress.

For instance, brain damage or a 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.

Someone disfigured in a collision might seek compensation if it's greatly impacted their personal life or cost them job opportunities.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

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

You deserve to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations this accident and the other driver's negligence has brought on.

Our pain and suffering attorneys in the Los Angeles area are very adept at making a jury and judge feel your pain. We paint a picture of the life you had and what's been lost. Your ordeal 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 get money for any property that was inside the vehicle and consequently damaged in the crash. 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.