SANTA ANA LYFT & UBER CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Santa Ana Rideshare Car Accident Lawyers

If you or a member of your family has been hurt in an accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can pursue financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost income. The rideshare era has certainly made getting around in Santa Ana much less of a hassle. Drinking and driving has decreased thanks in part to ridesharing's surge in popularity. It has also provided many people with an extra source of income in the gig economy of today.

However, as the ridesharing industry grows, so have the number of wrecks involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Even worse, insurance companies often do not know the insured party is using their vehicle for ridesharing. This means they might be unwilling to fully compensate victims.

Since ridesharing is a relatively new phenomenon, the legal waters around Lyft and Uber auto accidents are murky at best.

This is why you'll benefit from having the Santa Ana 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 drivers carrying only the minimum-required 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 things like whether or not their driver was 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 a car wreck caused by a ridesharing driver might be entitled to more compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma tied to the accident. This applies to injured passengers in a ridesharing car, 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 Ana.

SANTA ANA DISTRACTED DRIVING CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

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Accidents Caused By Texting While Driving

Distracted driving is a major cause of auto accidents. Accidents brought on 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, texting while driving ups the risk of crashing 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 length of a football field with your eyes covered.

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 many of us instantly think of when distracted driving 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, talking on a handheld cellphone, messing with a radio or CD player, putting on makeup, vaping or smoking, 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 Victim Attorneys in Santa Ana

Have you or someone you love been hit by a drunk driver in Santa Ana? What follows this negligent act and reckless behavior can be devastating.

Nearly one-third of deaths on U.S. roads and highways are the result of drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs isn’t just illegal, it’s a moral breach of conduct that endangers the lives of others. A driver while intoxicated or high 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 very bad injuries to deal with. This includes both bodily injury 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 may also be paid out. Jurors and judges don’t go easy on drunk drivers and the payout in DUI cases can be very significant.

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

High Speed Crash Attorneys in Santa Ana

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

Speeding increases the force of impact. The faster you're driving at the time of the crash, the greater the force of the crash. This usually means more serious injuries and more fatal car accidents. 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 share the road with. You're trusting that they are responsible drivers and demonstrate enough reasonable care to avoid a wreck. A driver that speeds is neglecting this responsibility and is putting everyone at risk - especially pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists.

If you’ve been hurt in a high-speed collision in Santa Ana, and it can be proven the other party was speeding, you might be entitled to compensation.

Let the high-speed collision lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC fight to get you maximum compensation for medical expenses, ongoing therapy and care, lost wages, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

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

Rear-End Collision Attorneys in Santa Ana

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

Although rear-end accidents might now seem like that big of a deal injuries are prevalent and could result in lifelong pain or discomfort if not immediately evaluated. Injuries after your car is rear-ended include whiplash - a strain or tear of ligaments and muscles in the neck, 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 following a rear-end accident and don't seek a medical evaluation. Symptoms very commonly don't surface 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 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.

Rollover Car Accident Attorneys in Santa Ana

Rollover accidents typically take place 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 involved in 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 increased even more when there's additional passengers and cargo.

Most rollovers are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also happen in multi-vehicle collisions, particularly if the vehicle is struck from the side.

Although rollovers account for fewer than 3% of all vehicle accidents, one-third of car accident deaths come in rollovers. 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.

T-Bone Collision Attorneys in Santa Ana

In an instant, it can happen. A traffic light changes or you're proceeding through an intersection from a stop sign. From out of nowhere, another vehicle collides into the side of your car. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" accident and is the most common type of accident at intersections.

If you or a loved one were seriously hurt in a t-bone accident you can trust the Santa Ana t-bone car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money that you deserve.

Sideswipe Car Accident Attorneys in Santa Ana

Sideswipe accidents occur when moving vehicles get too close to one another 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 the other lane, making improper turns, failing to yield when lanes merge, 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

Santa Ana Multi-Vehicle Accident Attorneys

All car accidents are scary, but collisions that involve multiple cars can be particularly devastating. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction collisons involving more than 2 cars are some of the most dangerous kinds of traffic accidents.

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

Multiple-vehicle crashes 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.

Crossover Crash Attorneys in Santa Ana

Unsafe lane crossovers can injure you and your passengers. Death is even possible. Lane crossovers are deemed unsafe if the motorist is does any of:

• Fails to properly signal when turning
• Doesn't 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 stop light or intersection
• Is texting or on their phone when 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 talk about winning compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Medical Bills - Your compensation is impacted by the type and severity of the injuries you sustained.

That said, whether you have cuts, bruises, 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 lawyers can help you!

We 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 road to recovery will take.

Immediately after your auto accident, it's critical you undergo a full medical examination. Even if the incident seems like an innocent fender-bender, many neck or back injuries aren't noticeable until hours or even days following the wreck. 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 therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for medical consultations,  medical supply costs for crutches, etc., the cost of prescription medications, permanent disability costs, fees associated with in-home care services, the cost of home renovations to accommodate a physical handicap. and continued care and treatment.

Automobile accidents can cause serious injuries that drastically alter how you live day-to-day life and may also force you to miss work. If you're missing work because of injuries sustained in a car wreck, we can fight to get you the money you need.

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

Lost wages generally 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 infamous for paying out as little as they possibly can and might sometimes argue against 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 can seek 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, a brain or spinal cord injury might mean the accident victim can't participate in hobbies or activities they once loved.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

A victim disfigured in a collision might pursue compensation if it's significantly 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 could live with a lot of pain, have a lower quality of life, and be struggling with loss of sleep, feelings of depression, paralyzing anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the wreckage itself.

You deserve to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations an automobile accident and someone's negligence has brought on.

Our Los Angeles pain and suffering attorneys are very skilled at making jurors and a judge feel your pain. A picture is painted of the life you had and what's been 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 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.