TARZANA DISTRACTED DRIVING CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

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Accidents Caused By Texting & Driving

A major cause of car accidents is distracted driving. 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, sending or receiving a tex message ups the risk of a collision 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 no vision.

In the state of California, it's illegal 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 distracted driving is mentioned, there are other common forms of distracted driving still prevalent. They include: looking at directions on an electronic navigation system like GPS or Google Maps, talking on a handheld cellphone, fumbling around with a radio or CD player, doing 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.

TARZANA LYFT & UBER ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Tarzana Rideshare Car Accident Laywers

If you or a member of your family has been injured in a car wreck involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can pursue financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost income. The rideshare phenomenon has certainly made getting 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 also provided many people with a new income stream in the gig economy of today.

But as the ridesharing industry grows, so have the number of collisions involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Even worse, 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 so new, the legal waters around Lyft and Uber auto accidents are still murky.

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 huge publicly-traded companies worth billions of dollars. Unlike a lot of motorists carrying just the minimum-required liability coverage of $15,000 for injury or death on their auto insurance, Uber and Lyft drivers carry $1 million in liability insurance + uninsured/underinsured coverage. But rideshare companies will look at things like whether or not their driver was signed into the app and accepting rides when the accident/incident took place.

Considering the amount of insurance covering Uber and Lyft drivers, 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 tied to the wreck. This applies to a passenger injured in a rideshare vehicle, 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 Tarzana.

Tarzana Attorneys for DWI Accidents

 

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

Approximately one-third of deaths on U.S. highways and roads are caused by 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. Someone driving while intoxicated or high has difficulty 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 they must live 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 they seek standard compensation – things like medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering – but punitive damages might also be paid out. Judges and jurors can be hard on drunk drivers and the payout in DUI cases can be very significant.

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

Tarzana Attorneys for High Speed Collisions

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 auto crashes.

Speed increases the force of impact. The faster you're driving at the time of the collision, the greater the force of the crash. This usually means more serious injuries and more deaths. Speeding also contributes to significantly more dollars in 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 collisions. 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 crash in Tarzana, and it can be proven the other party was speeding, you might 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.

Vehicle Rollover Accident Attorneys in Tarzana

Rollover accidents commonly occur when a driver loses control of their automobile 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 relative to the the width of the video. The gravity's center is increased even more when there's additional cargo and passengers.

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

While rollover accidents account for fewer than 3% of all vehicle 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.

Lane Crossover Accident Lawyers in Tarzana

Crossover accidents occur so quickly and from out of nowhere that even the most eyes-on-the-road driver will not have enough time to react and avoid impact. One minute you're just coasting down a multiple-lane highway and, with no turn signal or warning whatsoever, the car beside you swiftly moves into your lane. You have no option but to either collide with them, which could possibly cause you to lose control of your vehicle or make an emergency evasive maneuver. Both could cause you to strike other vehicles 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 does any of:

• Fails to properly signal when turning
• Doesn't see a car fast approaching in a parallel lane or misjudges speed
• Doesn't check their blind spot when switching lanes
• Attempts to switch lanes at a stop light or intersection
• Is texting or on their phone while driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously moves 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 discuss possible compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Tarzana Rear Impact Collision Lawyers

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

Although rear-end accidents seem minor, injuries are prevalent and could result in lifelong pain or discomfort if not immediately evaluated. Injuries after being 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 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, visit a doctor 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.

Tarzana T-Bone Collision Attorneys

All it takes is a few seconds. A light turns green or you're crossing an intersection having just stopped at a stop sign. From out of nowhere, another car slams 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 injured in a t-bone accident you can trust the Tarzana t-bone car collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you're entitled to.

Multi-Vehicle Accident Lawyers in Tarzana

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

Multi vehicle accidents are often caused by factors like fog, road hazards, tailgating, distracted driving, or construction zones.

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

Sideswipe Collision Attorneys in Tarzana

Sideswipe accidents happen when moving vehicles get too close to one another and make contact along their sides.

Sidesweep accidents often present some challenges when proving liability since they become a blame game where the drivers blame each other. Sidesweep accidents are usually caused by drivers drifting into the other lane, making improper turns, not yielding at a merge point, 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

Medical Bills - Your compensation is influenced 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've sustained 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 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 recovery will take.

Immediately following your car accident, you need to you have a full medical examination. Even if the wreck seems like a simple fender-bender, many neck or back injuries aren't felt until hours or even days following the wreck. You need to have a medical record for your case to be worth anything.

You could be entitled to compensation for all medical costs. This includes physical or 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 home renovations to accommodate a physical handicap. and on-going care and treatments.

Automobile collisions can result in serious injuries that significantly alter how you live your life and may keep you from working. If you're unable to work due to injuries from a car accident, we'll fight to get you the compensation you deserve.

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 a car wreck. When you seek "lost wages" related to an auto accident, you're seeking any income you could've earned had you not been injured in the accident.

Lost wages generally include:

• Hourly Wage or Weekly/Monthly Salary
• Bonuses and Commission
• Sick and Vacation Pay
• Overtime Pay
• Self-Employment Wages
• Missed Promotions or Raises While You Were Recovering

Insurance companies are infamous for paying out the least amount possible and might sometimes dispute your lost wages benefits. If this happens, tag in the personal injury lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you deserve.

Pain and suffering is compensation you can pursue for any physical pain, emotional trauma, and lessened quality of life caused by a car accident. The legal definition is physical or mental distress.

For instance, brain trauma or a spinal cord injury might mean the accident victim can no longer participate in hobbies or activities they once loved.

A dollar amount can be put on that.

Someone disfigured in a wreck might pursue 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, panic attacks from anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the collision.

You deserve 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 a jury and judge feel your pain. We paint a picture of the quality of life you had and what you've lost. Your ordeal and both the tangible and intangible losses you're facing will be effectively told and we'll get money for you!

Property damage typically includes the cost to repair or replace your vehicle. You might receive monetary compensation for any belongings that were in the vehicle and consequently damaged in the wreck. An insurance adjuster will estimate the monetary loss 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.