DISTRACTED DRIVING ATTORNEYS IN SHERMAN OAKS

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Accidents Caused By Texting While Driving

In Sherman Oaks

Distracted driving is a major cause of different types 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 research, sending or receiving a tex message ups 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 distance of a football field blindfolded.

In California, it's against the law for someone operating a motor vehicle 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 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 Google Maps or GPS, talking on a handheld cellphone, fiddling 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 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.

SHERMAN OAKS LYFT & UBER CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Sherman Oaks Rideshare Car Accident Attorneys

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident involving an Uber or Lyft driver, you can pursue financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing rehabilitation, and lost wages. The rideshare era has certainly made getting around in Sherman Oaks much easier. 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 today's gig economy.

However, as the rideshare industry grows, so have the number of wrecks involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Worse yet, insurance companies often do not know the insured party has been using their car for ridesharing. This means they're not always willing to fully compensate victims.

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

This is why you need the Sherman Oaks Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC in your corner. Uber and Lyft are huge publicly-traded companies worth billions of dollars. Unlike a lot of motorists 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 if their driver was or wasn't signed onto the app and accepting rides at the time of the collision took place.

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 expenses, lost income, and pain, suffering and emotional trauma tied to the accident. This includes a passenger injured 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 lawyers in Sherman Oaks.

Sherman Oaks Attorneys for Drunk Driver Accidents

 

Have you or someone you love been hit by a drunk driver in Sherman Oaks? What follows this negligent act and reckless behavior is devastating.

Approximately one-third of deaths on U.S. highways and roads are the result of drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs isn’t just against the law, it’s a breach of moral 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 a car crash with an intoxicated driver often has severe injuries they must live with. This includes both bodily injury and mental distress or emotional trauma.

A victim of a drunk driving accident 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 could also conceivably be paid out. Jurors and judges 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 Sherman Oaks drunk driving accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC for a free consultation.

Sherman Oaks Attorneys for High Speed Collisions

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

Speeding increases the force of impact. The higher the speed at the time of the crash, the greater the force of impact. This generally means more serious injuries and more fatal car wrecks. Speed also contributes to higher dollar property damage.

When you drive 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 put forth enough reasonable care to avoid collisions. A driver that speeds is neglecting this responsibility and is putting everyone at risk - especially bicyclists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians.

If you’ve been hurt in a high-speed collision in Sherman Oaks, 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 bills, ongoing therapy and care, lost income, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

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

Rear-End Car Accident Attorneys in Sherman Oaks

It's quite too common. Your car comes to a full stop but the vehicle behind you doesn't stop. You car is hit from behind.

Although rear-end accidents are seldom deadly injuries are prevalent and could result in lifelong pain or discomfort if not immediately evaluated. Injuries after being rear-ended include whiplash - also known as a neck sprain or a neck strain, mild or severe concussions, spinal injuries like herniated discs or hyperextension, and lockjaw or TMJ symptoms.

Since rear-end collisions usually don't result in EMTs or ambulances, many people just go home after they're in a rear-end collision and don't follow-up with a physician. Symptoms might not 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 lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC today for a free evaluation of your case. Many times, rear-end accidents can be tied to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.

Sherman Oaks Rollover Accident Lawyers

Rollover accidents commonly take place when a driver has lost 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. Rollovers are most common with SUVs. The reason for this is their mass being distributed higher off the road relative to the vehicle's width. The center of gravity 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 accidents, especially if the vehicle is hit from the side.

Although rollovers account for fewer than 3% of all automobile 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.

Sherman Oaks Crossover Accident Attorneys

Lane crossover accidents occur so quickly and from out of nowhere that even the most aware driver won't have enough time to react and avoid impact. One minute you're just driving down a multi-lane highway and, with no turn signal or warning whatsoever, the car beside you quickly moves into your lane. You have no choice but to either collide with them, which could conceivably cause you to lose control of your car or maneuver evasively. 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 any passengers you may have. Death is even possible. A lane crossover is considered unsafe if the motorist is commits the following:

• Fails to properly signal when turning
• Doesn't see a car quickly approaching in a parallel lane or misjudges speed
• Doesn't check their blind spot when switching lanes
• Attempts to change lanes at a traffic light or intersection
• Is texting or on their cellphone while driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously moves into the middle 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 being rewarded compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Sherman Oaks T-Bone Accident Attorneys

It all happens way to quickly. A traffic light changes or you're proceeding through an intersection from a stop sign. Before you know it, another car collides into the side of your car. 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 accident you can trust the Sherman Oaks t-bone car collision attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you're entitled to.

Sideswipe Car Accident Attorneys in Sherman Oaks

Sideswipe accidents take place when moving cars get too close to one another and make contact along their sides.

Sidesweep accidents are often disputed 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 illegal turns, failing to yield when lanes merge, or being overly aggressive or inattentive when changing lanes.

If you've been injured in a sidesweep accident, contact the auto accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to set up a free case evaluation

Multi-Vehicle Accident Attorneys in Sherman Oaks

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

Multiple vehicle accidents can often be attributed to factors like fog, road hazards, tailgating, distracted 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 lawyers at M.R. Parker Law, PC. We'll stand by your side to protect your legal rights.

Medical Bills - The amount of your settlement is influenced by the type and severity of your injuries.

That said, whether you have lacerations, bruising, and burns, a back injury or whiplash  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 will work closely with you and your healthcare providers to determine the extent of your injuries. We'll assess the type of care and therapy you’ll need, if a full recovery is expected, and how long your road to recovery will take.

Immediately following your auto accident, we recommend you see a doctor for 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 after the wreck. If you expect to make a solid case, you need to have a medical record.

You might be owed compensation for all medical bills. This includes physical therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for doctor consultations,  medical supply costs for crutches, etc., prescription drug costs, costs of permanent disabilities, fees associated with in-home care services, the cost of home remodels to accommodate a physical handicap. and on-going care and treatments.

Auto accidents can result in serious injuries that drastically alter how you live your life and might also prevent you from working. If you're unable to work due to injuries sustained in 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 help any chance you have of reclaiming lost income after a car accident. When you seek "lost wages" related to a vehicular accident, you're seeking any income you could've earned had you not been injured in the wreck.

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 Were Recovering

Insurance companies are notorious for paying out the least amount possible and might sometimes argue against your lost wages benefits. If this happens, tag in the personal injury attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to help you reclaim the money you deserve.

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

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

A dollar amount can be put on that.

Someone disfigured in a wreck might seek money 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 walk around all day in immense pain, have a lower quality of life, and be struggling with loss of sleep, bouts of depression, paralyzing anxiety, and maybe even PTSD from rehashing the collision.

You have the right to be compensated for any temporary or permanent limitations this accident and someone's negligence has brought on.

Our Los Angeles pain and suffering attorneys are very good 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 ordeal and both the tangible and intangible losses you're facing will be effectively communicated and our attorneys will 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 inside your automobile and consequently damaged in the accident. An insurance adjuster will estimate the monetary loss 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.