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NEED AN AUTO ACCIDENT LAWYER IN LONG BEACH?
Have you or a loved one been hurt in an auto collision? Talk to the Long Beach auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC.
We’ll help you get the financial compensation you’re entitled to for lost wages, medical expenses, property damage, pain and suffering, and out of pocket expenses.
To increase the likelihood of a positive outcome, our firm approaches every case as if it’ll be going to trial. This means we investigate the car accident. We interview witnesses. We gather evidence that proves the other driver was at fault.
Our Long Beach car collision attorneys have the experience and expertise to handle even the most complicated cases. Several of our attorneys have previously worked for large insurance companies. This means we know how these companies operate. They prioritize their bottom line over yours. This is why we won’t settle your case for anything less than its full value. We will not hesitate to take your case to court if we feel an insurance company isn’t treating you fairly. Lastly, there’s no fee until we get money for you!
OUR LONG BEACH AREA COLLISION LAWYERS KNOW WHAT YOU’RE GOING THROUGH – WE WANT TO HELP
Perhaps nothing rattles the nerves more than the sound of an auto collision. Automobile crashes don’t just wreck automobiles, they wreck lives, too. In a matter of seconds, with no warning whatsoever, life can end or be forever altered in a serious car accident. And there’s a long road ahead for survivors.
When you’ve been hurt in a car accident, the last thing you need is extra stress following what you’ve already gone through. You are already hurt, traumatized, and dealing with auto repairs or having to find a new car. Then you’ve got the medical bills piling up and lost income, missed time at work complicating things even more.
The emotional trauma can be unnerving. Panic disorder, depression, sleep disturbances, nightmares, and memory or concentration issues plague you. If you aren’t able to return to work and provide for yourself or your family, that can that can leave you listless and depressed after awhile.
If you can’t get around easily due to injuries sustained in the accident, that lost independence and self-reliance can have you feeling as if you’ve become a burden to friends and family assisting you through this ordeal.
Understandably, this is a very complicated time in one’s life. One you shouldn’t leave in the hands of a claims adjuster at an insurance company. Not without someone on your side. Someone like us.
OUR CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS IN LONG BEACH WILL GET YOU EVERY PENNY YOU’RE OWED
Don’t let a car wreck jeopardize your future and put your finances at risk. Whether you were involved in a serious traffic collision or a small fender bender, talk to auto accident lawyers in Long Beach today at (818) 334-5711.
M.R. Parker Law has spent years successfully fighting for the rights of car accident victims. And we’ve won A LOT! Getting good deserving people – those suffering from someone else’s negligence – the compensation they deserve. Don’t let insurance companies take advantage of you by convincing you that your case is worth anything less than it is.
THE INSURANCE COMPANIES AREN’T YOUR FRIENDS
Insurance companies aren’t your friend. Sure, the marketing slogans imply, “Like a good neighbor” or “You’re in Good Hands” but insurance companies care first and foremost about their bottom line. They’re looking to write out a fast check to your name for an amount that sounds reasonable but is well-below what you truly deserve.
They’re not looking to get you a settlement that’s sufficient enough to cover your recovery and losses. They’re more interested in padding their own profit margin. They’re looking to settle your claim as quickly as possible, for as little as possible, before you align yourself with a car accident lawyer who will land you a bigger settlement.
That doesn’t mean the adjuster signed to your case won’t be friendly or empathetic. There are many legitimately nice people in the insurance industry. Just keep in mind they’re NOT on your side, no matter how great they are. They’re not working for you. WE ARE!
TALK TO A LONG BEACH CAR ACCIDENT INJURY ATTORNEY BEFORE YOU SPEAK TO AN INSURANCE COMPANY
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you absolutely must talk to a dedicated car accident attorney immediately. The longer you hold off, the more it hurts your case.
When an insurance company asks for your statement of events, they’re picking apart your responses for words they can use against you. They’ll try to make it seem as if you’ve admitted a degree of fault for the collision. Something to justify any low ball settlement they offer. This is why you need our legal consultation BEFORE you give them any statement.
We provide a FREE consultation and anyone that walks through our doors is treated like family. The experienced and knowledgeable Long Beach car accident lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC will shoulder the burden for you while getting you the full compensation you’re entitled to. We want you to focus on your recovery, not your financial worries or a back and forth squabbling with the insurance company.
We can use our local network to link you to auto body shops, car dealerships, doctors and chiropractors, rental car providers, etc. Anything we can do to make your life a little easier during this time. And, again, we work on a contingency fee, which means we don’t make money until we get money for you!
TYPES OF CAR ACCIDENTS WE HANDLE
Our car accident lawyers in Long Beach have experience dealing with all kinds of road accidents.
Click the option below that best represents the type of accident you were in. No matter what kind of accident you were involved in, the personal injury attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC are here to fight for you, protect your legal rights, and get you the money you deserve!
LONG BEACH LYFT & UBER CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS
Long Beach Rideshare Accident Attorneys
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a collision involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can seek financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing physical therapy, and lost income. The ridesharing phenomenon has certainly made getting from place to place in Long Beach much easier. Drinking and driving has decreased thanks in part to ridesharing's surge in popularity. It has also provided many people with an additional income source in today's gig economy.
But as the rideshare industry grows, so have the number of accidents involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Worse yet, insurance companies often do not know the insured party is using their vehicle 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 murky at best.
This is why you'll benefit from having the Long Beach Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC in your corner. Uber and Lyft are huge publicly-traded companies that have pulled in 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 carry $1 million in liability insurance + uninsured/underinsured coverage. But rideshare companies will look at varying details like whether or not their driver was signed onto the app and accepting rides at the time of the collision occurred.
Considering how much insurance Uber and Lyft drivers carry, anyone injured in a collision with a ridesharing driver might be entitled to more compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma resulting from the accident. This applies to a passenger injured in a rideshare 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 Long Beach.
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Long Beach High Speed Crash Attorneys
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.
Speed increases the force of impact. The faster you're traveling at the time of the crash, the greater the force of the crash. This usually means more serious injuries and more fatal car wrecks. Speeding also contributes to significantly more dollars in 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 trust that they are responsible drivers and demonstrate enough reasonable care to avoid a wreck. 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 Long Beach, and it can be proven the other party was speeding, you might be entitled to a payout.
Let the high-speed collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC fight to maximize your compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income, pain, suffering, and emotional trauma.
Contact our Long Beach high-speed collision attorneys today for a free case evaluation.
LONG BEACH ATTORNEYS FOR TEXTING & DRIVING CAR ACCIDENTS
Accidents Caused By Texting & Driving
A major cause of car accidents is distracted driving. Accidents caused 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 research, sending or receiving a tex message increases the risk of crashing 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 with a blindfold on.
In the state of 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 while driving is what most immediately think of when distracted driving is mentioned, there are other instances of distracted driving still prevalent. They include: following the directions on an electronic navigation system like Google Maps or GPS, talking on a handheld cellphone, fumbling around 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 involved in an accident caused by distracted driving, connect with M.R. Parker Law, PC today to discuss compensation for your injuries.
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Drunk Driving Lawyers in Long Beach
Have you or someone you love been hit by a drunk driver in Long Beach? What comes after this this negligent act and reckless behavior is devastating.
Nearly one-third of deaths on U.S. highways and roads are tied to drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs isn’t just against the law, it’s a moral breach of conduct that endangers the lives of others. A driver while intoxicated or high has difficulty focusing, muscle impairment, problems with coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a delayed response time.
Someone who survives being hit by a drunk driver often has severe injuries they must live with. This includes both physical pain and mental distress or emotional trauma.
A victim of a drunk driving accident 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. Judges and jurors 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 wreck caused by a drunk driver, contact the Long Beach drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.
Long Beach Crossover Accident Attorneys
Lane crossover collisions happen so quickly and from out of nowhere that even the most aware driver won't have enough time to react and avoid the collision. One minute you're just coasting down a multiple-lane highway and, with no turn signal or warning whatsoever, the car next to you swiftly moves into your lane. You have no option but to either collide with them, which could conceivably cause you to lose control of your vehicle or maneuver evasively. Both could cause you to strike other automobiles or hit a median, telephone pole, tree, or another object.
Unsafe lane changes can injure you and any passengers you may have. Death is even possible. Lane crossovers are considered unsafe if the motorist is guilty of:
- Fails to properly signal making a turn
- 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
- Tries to switch lanes at a stop light or intersection
- Is texting or on their cellphone while driving
- Falls asleep at the wheel
- Simultaneously merges into the center lane with another vehicle
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 talk about winning compensation for your injuries and medical claims.
Long Beach Rollover Accident Attorneys
Rollover accidents commonly happen when a driver loses control of their vehicle 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 in relation to the vehicle's width. The gravity's center is further increased when there's additional passengers and cargo.
Most rollover accidents are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also occur in multi-vehicle collisions, particularly if the collision's impact is in the side.
While rollover accidents account for less than 3% of all car accidents, one-third of car accident deaths come in rollovers. This is often attributed to there being partial or full ejection from the vehicle.
If you've been injured in a rollover accident, contact auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to determine the worth of your case.
T-Bone Accident Attorneys in Long Beach
In an instant, it can happen. A traffic light changes or you're proceeding through an intersection from a stop sign. From out of the blue, another car slams into the side of your vehicle. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" crash and is the most common type of accident at an intersection.
If you or a loved one have sustained serious injuries in a t-bone collision you can trust the Long Beach t-bone car collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money that's owed to you.
Rear-End Car Collision Attorneys in Long Beach
It's one of the most common accidents. Your car comes to a full stop but the vehicle behind you doesn't stop. You car is hit from behind.
Since rear-end collisions typically don't 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 very commonly don't become noticeable until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, seek medical attention as soon as possible.
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. Often, rear-end accidents can be tied to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.
Sideswipe Collision Lawyers in Long Beach
Sideswipe accidents happen when moving cars get too close to each other and make contact along their sides.
Sidesweep accidents often present some challenges when proving liability since they become a blame game between the parties involved. Sidesweep accidents are typically caused by drivers drifting into the other lane, making illegal turns, failing to yield when lanes merge, or being overly aggressive or inattentive when switching lanes.
If you've been hurt in a sidesweep accident, contact the auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to set up a free case evaluation
Long Beach Multi-Vehicle Accident Attorneys
Any car crashes are scary, but collisions involving multiple vehicles can be downright frightening. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction wrecks 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 pile-ups 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.
WHAT CAN YOU BE COMPENSATED FOR AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT?
An accident can immediately change life as you know it. The trial attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC have extensive experience investigating and researching accidents to build a solid case for any client not at fault and deserving of financial compensation. We get victims of car accidents the money they deserve for any pain, suffering, and emotional hardship experienced.
We’ll talk with your doctors to determine the extent of your injuries and prognosis. Is a full recovery possible? How much will continued treatment or care cost? How long will you miss work? How much have you lost in income? Have there been opportunities at work for bonuses, promotions, or raises? Has your overall quality of life taken a hit? Is there any permanent pain and discomfort, cognitive decline, paralysis, physical handicap, or disfigurement? How about emotional distress or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? Has it damaged your marriage or relationships?
We can get you money for any of the following…
Medical Expenses - The amount of your settlement is impacted by the type and severity of your injuries.
That said, whether you have cuts, bruises, and burns, whiplash or a back injury or you've sustained 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 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 anticipated, and how long your recovery will take.
Immediately after your car accident, we recommend you see a doctor for a full medical examination. Even if the incident seems like an innocuous 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 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 such as crutches, the cost of prescription medications, permanent disability costs, charges for in-home care services, the cost of home renovations to make a house handicap accessible. and continued care and treatment.
Auto collisions contribute serious injuries that significantly alter how you live your life and may keep you from being able to work. If you're missing work because of injuries sustained in a car collision, we can 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 help your chances of reclaiming lost income after a car wreck. When you seek "lost wages" related to an auto accident, you're seeking any money you could've earned had you not been injured in a crash.
Lost wages usually include:- Hourly Pay or Weekly/MonthlySalary
- Commisions or Bonuses
- Sick Leave and Vacation Pay
- Overtime Pay
- Self-Employment Wages
- Missed Promotions or Raises While You Weren't Working
Insurance companies are infamous for paying out as little as 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 for help recovering the money you deserve.
Pain and suffering is compensation you can pursue for any physical pain, emotional trauma, and lessened quality of life brought on by a car wreck. The legal definition is physical or mental distress.
For instance, brain damage or a spinal cord injury might mean the accident victim can no longer participate in activities or hobbies they once loved.
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 work 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 sleep disturbances, bouts of depression, crippling anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from reliving the wreckage itself.
You have the right to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations a car accident and the other driver's negligence has brought on.
Our Los Angeles pain and suffering attorneys are very skilled at making jurors and a judge feel your pain. We paint a picture of the quality of life you had and what's been lost. Your situation and both the tangible and intangible losses you face will be effectively told and our attorneys will get money for you!
Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your automobile. You might also be compensated for any belongings that were inside the vehicle and consequently damaged in the accident. 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.
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