SANTA CLARITA LYFT & UBER ACCIDENT LAWYERS

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Santa Clarita Rideshare Car Accident Attorneys

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

However, as the ridesharing industry grows, so do the number of wrecks involving Uber and Lyft drivers. Even worse, insurance companies often don't know the insured party has been using their car for ridesharing. This means they might be unwilling to fully compensate victims.

Since ridesharing is so new, the legal waters when it comes to Lyft and Uber car crashes are still murky.

This is why you'll benefit from having the Santa Clarita Lyft and Uber accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC in your corner. Uber and Lyft are major publicly-traded companies pulling in billions of dollars. Unlike a lot of motorists carrying just state minimum 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 things like if their driver was or wasn't signed into the app and accepting rides at the time of the collision occurred.

Considering how much insurance Uber and Lyft drivers carry, anyone injured in an accident involving 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 passengers 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 Santa Clarita.

SANTA CLARITA DISTRACTED DRIVING ATTORNEYS

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Accidents Caused By A Distracted Driver

Distracted driving is a major cause of auto accidents. Accidents brought on by distracted driving range from very serious - a high number of roadway/highway fatalities, as well as wrongful death lawsuits, are due to distracted drivers - to minor rear-end accidents or fender-benders.

According to studies, sending or receiving a tex message increases the risk of a collision 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. When driving 55 miles per hour, that equates to driving the distance of a football field with a blindfold on.

In the state of California, it's against the law for someone operating a motor vehicle 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 all of us instantly think of when a distracted driver is mentioned, there are other instances 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, vaping or smoking, taking selfies or recording a video. and eating as they are driving.

If you've been injured in an accident with a distracted driver, contact M.R. Parker Law, PC to discuss legal help for your injuries.

Santa Clarita Attorneys for DWI Accidents

Have you or someone you love been hit by a drunk driver in Santa Clarita? What comes after this this terrible act of negligence and reckless behavior can be 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 jeopardizes the lives of others. A driver under the influence has difficulty focusing, impaired muscle coordination, mental confusion, a lack of alertness, and a slowed reaction time.

Someone who survives a car crash with an intoxicated driver often has very bad injuries they must live with. This includes both physical pain and mental distress or emotional trauma.

Victims of drunk driving accidents can pursue financial compensation. Not only can they seek standard compensation – things like medical expenses, 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 compensation in DUI cases can be very significant.

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

High Speed Collision Lawyers in Santa Clarita

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

Speed increases the force of impact. The higher the speed at the time of the crash, the greater the force of the crash. This usually means more serious injuries and more fatal car wrecks. 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 trust that they drive responsibly 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 crash in Santa Clarita, 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 bills, rehabilitation costs, lost income, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

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

Santa Clarita Rear Impact Collision Lawyers

It happens very frequently, and it's happened to all of us at some point. Your car comes to a full stop ,however, the car behind you doesn't stop. Your car is hit from behind.

Although rear-end accidents might now seem like that big of a deal injuries are prevalent and could bring permanent pain or discomfort if not immediately tended to. Injuries after being rear-ended include whiplash - a neck injury due to a rapid and forceful back and forth jerking of 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 after they're in a rear-end collision and don't follow-up with a physician. Symptoms very commonly don't appear until hours or days later. If you develop any symptoms, get evaluated by a physician 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. Many times, rear-end accidents can be tied to other factors like driving too fast for conditions or distracted driving.

Vehicle Rollover Accident Lawyers in Santa Clarita

Rollover accidents commonly occur when a driver loses control of their car 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. The reason for this is their mass being distributed higher off the road relative to the the width of the vehicle. The center of gravity is increased even more when there's additional cargo and passengers.

The majority of rollovers are single-vehicle accidents - however, rollovers can also happen in multi-vehicle collisions, especially if the vehicle is hit from the side.

Although 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.

Santa Clarita T-Bone Injury 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 vehicle collides into the side of your automobile. This broadside collision is called a "T-bone" accident and is the most common accident-type at an intersection.

If you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in a broadside accident you can trust the Santa Clarita t-bone car accident attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC to get you the money you're entitled to.

Santa Clarita Sideswipe Car Accident Lawyers

Sideswipe accidents occur when moving cars 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 where each driver blames the other. Sideswipe accidents are typically caused by drivers drifting into an adjacent 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 Clarita Multiple Vehicle Accident Lawyers

Most car crashes are scary, but collisions that involve multiple cars can be downright devastating. Vehicle pile-ups and chain-reaction crashes involving more than 2 automobiles 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 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 attorneys at M.R. Parker Law, PC. We'll stand by your side to protect your legal rights.

Santa Clarita Crossover Crash Attorneys

Unsafe lane changes can injure you and any passengers you may have. Death is even possible. Lane crossovers are deemed unsafe if the motorist is guilty of:

• Fails to properly signal when turning
• Doesn't see a car fast approaching in a parallel lane or doesn't properly judge speed
• Neglects to check their blindspot when changing lanes
• Tries to change lanes at a traffic light or intersection
• Is texting or on their phone while driving
• Falls asleep at the wheel
• Simultaneously moves into the middle lane with another car

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 discuss winning compensation for your injuries and medical claims.

Costs of Medical Care & Treatment - The amount of your settlement is affected by the type and severity of your injuries.

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 lawyers can help you!

We'll work closely with you and your healthcare providers to determine the extent of your injuries. We'll assess future therapy/rehab and care you’ll need, if a full recovery is anticipated, and how long your road to recovery will take.

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

You could be entitled to compensation for all medical bills. This includes physical therapy, cognitive therapy costs, ambulance fees, fees for medical consultations,  the cost of medical supplies - like crutches, the cost of prescription drugs, permanent disability costs, fees associated with in-home care services, the cost of home renovations to accommodate a physical handicap. and as-needed future care and treatments.

Automobile accidents can result in serious injuries that significantly change how you live your life and may keep you out-of-work. If you're unable to work because of injuries from a car collision, we'll 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 getting lost income following an auto wreck. When you seek "lost wages" related to a car collision, you're going for any income you could've made had you not been injured in the collision.

Lost wages typically 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 Away From Work

Insurance companies are infamous for paying out as little as 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 to help you reclaim the money you deserve.

Pain and suffering is compensation you may be entitled to for any physical pain, emotional trauma, and decreased quality of life brought on by a car wreck. The legal definition is physical or mental distress.

For example, brain trauma or an injury to the spinal cord 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 collision might seek 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 sleep disturbances, feelings of depression, crippling 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 the other driver's negligence has brought on.

Our pain and suffering attorneys in the Los Angeles area are very good at making a jury and judge feel your pain. A picture is painted of the life you had and what you've lost. Your experience 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 inside your automobile and consequently damaged in the accident. 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.