TARZANA DISTRACTED DRIVING ATTORNEYS

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Accidents Caused By Texting & Driving

A major cause of car accidents is distracted driving. Crashes 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 research, sending or receiving a tex message raises the risk of a car accident 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 distance of a football field blindfolded.

In California, it's illegal for drivers 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 while driving is what most instantly think of when distracted driving is mentioned, there are other common types of distracted driving still prevalent. They include: following the 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 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.

TARZANA LYFT & UBER ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

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Tarzana Rideshare Accident Attorneys

If you or someone you love has been hurt in a car accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can pursue financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost income. The ridesharing phenomenon has certainly made going from place to place in Tarzana much less of a hassle. Drinking and driving has decreased thanks in part to ridesharing's surge in popularity. It has additionally provided many people with a new income stream in today's gig economy.

But 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 has been 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 when it comes to Lyft and Uber car crashes are murky at best.

This is why you’ll need the Tarzana 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 a lot of drivers carrying just the minimum-required liability coverage of $15,000 for injury or death on their auto policy, Uber and Lyft drivers have a $1 million insurance policy. 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 accident/incident took place.

Considering how much insurance Uber and Lyft drivers carry, anyone injured in a car wreck caused by a ridesharing driver could be entitled to more compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma resulting from the wreck. This includes 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 attorneys in Tarzana.

Tarzana Attorneys for Drunk Driver Accidents

 

Were you or someone you love hit by a drunk driver in Tarzana? The aftermath of this this terrible act of negligence and reckless behavior is devastating.

About one-third of deaths on U.S. roads and highways are tied to drunk driving. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol isn’t just illegal, it’s a moral breach of conduct that endangers 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 delayed response time.

A survivor of an accident with 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 seek financial compensation. Not only can they seek standard compensation – things like medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages may also 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 hurt in a car accident caused by an impaired driver, contact the Tarzana drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.

Tarzana High Speed Crash Attorneys

Exceeding the speed limit – or driving too fast for road conditions – is second to only distracted driving as the leading cause of most car crashes.

Speeding increases the force of impact. The faster you're traveling at the time of the crash, the greater the force of the crash. This generally means more serious injuries and more fatal car accidents. Speeding also contributes to much more 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 put forth enough reasonable care to avoid collisions. A driver that speeds is neglecting this responsibility and puts everyone at risk - especially motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians.

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

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

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

Tarzana Rollover Accident Attorneys

Rollover accidents typically occur when a driver loses control of their vehicle and it trips over something - generally 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 the width of the video. The gravity's center is increased even more when there's additional passengers and cargo.

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

While rollover accidents account for less than 3% of all automobile accidents, they make up more than one-third of car accident fatalities. 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 lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to determine the worth of your case.

Tarzana Crossover Accident Lawyers

Lane switch accidents occur so quickly and unexpectedly that even the most cautious driver doesn't have enough time to react and avoid colliding. One minute you're just coasting down a multi-lane highway and, with no turn signal or warning whatsoever, the car next to you hastily moves into your lane. You have no option but to either collide with them, which could possibly cause you to lose control of your car 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 your passengers. Fatalaties are even possible. Lane crossovers are deemed unsafe if the motorist is commits the following:

• Doesn't properly signal when turning
• Doesn't see a car quickly approaching in a parallel lane or misjudges speed
• Neglects to check their blindspot when changing lanes
• Attempts to change lanes at a stop light or intersection
• Is texting or on their cellphone when driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously merges into the 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 discuss winning compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Rear-End Car Accident Lawyers in Tarzana

It's one of the most common accidents. You come to a full stop but the car behind you doesn't stop. You car is hit from behind.

Although rear-end accidents are less serious than a major collision, injuries are prevalent and could result in lifelong pain or discomfort if not immediately tended to. 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 follow-up with a physician. Symptoms might not appear 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.

T-Bone Accident Attorneys in Tarzana

It happens too quickly. A light turns green or you're crossing an intersection having just stopped at 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 an intersection.

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

Multi-Vehicle Accident Attorneys in Tarzana

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

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

Multiple-vehicle accidents can be life-altering 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.

Tarzana Sideswipe Collision Attorneys

Sideswipe accidents occur when moving vehicles get too close to each other and collide together along their sides.

Sidesweep accidents are often a cause of great dispute since they become a blame game where the drivers blame each other. Sidesweep accidents are usually caused by drivers drifting into an adjacent 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

Costs of Medical Care & Treatment - The amount of your settlement is impacted by the the type and extent of the injuries you sustained.

That said, whether you have lacerations, bruising, 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 work closely with you and your doctors to determine the extent of your injuries. We'll assess future care and therapy you’ll need, if a full recovery is anticipated, and how long your road to recovery will take.

Immediately after your car wreck, you need to you undergo a full medical examination. Even if the wreck seems like a simple fender-bender, many injuries to the neck or back aren't realized 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 therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for doctor consultations,  the cost of medical supplies such as crutches, prescription drug costs, permanent disability costs, fees associated with in-home care services, the cost of a home remodel to make a house handicap accessible. and on-going care and treatments.

Car accidents contribute serious injuries that significantly change how you live your life and may keep you from being able to work. If you're unable to work because of injuries from a car collision, we can fight to get you the compensation you're owed.

Hiring one of the Los Angeles area car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC will increase your chances of reclaiming lost income after a car accident. When you seek "lost wages" related to a car collision, you're seeking any income you could've made had you not been injured in an accident.

Lost wages generally include:

• Hourly Pay or Weekly/MonthlySalary
• Bonuses and Commission
• Sick and Vacation Pay
• Overtime Pay
• Self-Employment Wages
• Missed Promotions or Raises While You Weren't Working

Insurance companies are infamous for paying out the least amount possible and might sometimes argue against your benefits for lost wages. If this happens, 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 distress, and lower quality of life caused by a car accident. Legally it's defined as physical or mental distress.

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

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 career 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, bouts of depression, paralyzing anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from reliving the wreckage itself.

You have the right to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations an automobile accident and the other driver's negligence has brought on.

Our Los Angeles pain and suffering attorneys are very skilled at making a jury and judge feel your pain. A picture is painted of the quality of life you had and what you've lost. Your situation and both the tangible and intangible losses you're facing 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 belongings that were inside your automobile and consequently damaged in the crash. 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.