Car Collisions

[francism]

Car collisions accounted for the huge majority of accident in Los Angeles, or in whole State of California. This accounts a large number of deaths and injuries. The numbers are increasing every year.

Due to the large population in California cities, most particularly in Los Angeles, car accidents are abound to happen. Car accidents occur in many places: public highways, school zones and public thoroughfares.

Causes of car accidents are varied, but common causes may be worth to illustrate: As follows:
• Overloaded Trucks or Trailers
• DUI / DWI
• Faulty Traffic Lights
• Violation of Road signs and traffic safety
• Tire Problems
• Vehicle Collisions
• Bad Weather
• Other similar circumstances.

Any of the aforementioned causes may entitle you for some compensation for your personal injuries, pain and suffering, car damage and other relevant damages.

When insurance claim was denied by the insurer or had received an amount lesser than what you truly deserve, it is good to contact and ask for guidance from a car accident lawyer. If you want to sue for a larger amount, you will need your own lawyer.

Also, if you have been a victim of a car accident, take the initiative to contact a car accident lawyer to assist you. As much as possible, do not delay, otherwise your claim would lapse or barred by prescription.

In various types of claims, the law provides a time limit for filing. This rule was devised basically for convenience and its practical importance to our judicial system.

Accordingly, one should not sleep with his/ her right in bringing an action so that his/ her cause of action would not be barred.

You deserve the guidance of an experienced and expert car accident attorney who can navigate the complexities of personal injury law and fight for the reparations that you truly deserved.

[dyrah]

Things to do and to avoid in an auto accident:1. Take note of the details that transpired in the accident
Your testimony about what had happened is important in judging your case. It is your duty then to be credible with your statements by giving all the exact information about the incident. You can only do this by writing down all the facts that you can acquire from the accident scene. These include:

the other driver's name, address, contact information and insurance company
the other vehicle's licensed plate number and model
the time and place where the accident occur
the names, addresses and contact number of possible witnesses
the description of the area (road and weather conditions, traffic situation, etc.)2. Report the accident to the authorities as soon as possible
Any emergencies should be informed to the police and the paramedics for proper actions. They are the people who have the knowledge to handle such situations. The police will accomplish a report of the scene and determine who is at fault while the paramedics will take care of those who have sustained any injuries.
3. Discuss the accident only with the police
Never tell any accounts of the accident to any one and have a limited discussion of it with the police authority. You should know that anything that you will say in the discussion will be included in the report and may be used against you.
4. Do not accept any fault or liability on the incident
Many accident victims have been very impulsive in admitting their mistakes but after consulting an auto accident lawyer, they would realize that they are actually eligible in collecting damages. Always remember that your acceptance of any fault would certainly prevent you from filing charges in the future.
5. Seek an advice from a competent auto accident lawyer
Before you forget some of the vital information about the accident, it would be a wise act to meet a lawyer to discuss your case. He will then explain your rights and what legal actions you should undertake to obtain justice.

[Fidelity One]

This is very useful. thank you for posting it in the forum.

[BigBlueSea]

Things to do and to avoid in an auto accident:1. Take note of the details that transpired in the accident

Your testimony about what had happened is important in judging your case. It is your duty then to be credible with your statements by giving all the exact information about the incident. You can only do this by writing down all the facts that you can acquire from the accident scene. These include:

the other driver's name, address, contact information and insurance company
the other vehicle's licensed plate number and model
the time and place where the accident occur
the names, addresses and contact number of possible witnesses
the description of the area (road and weather conditions, traffic situation, etc.)
2. Report the accident to the authorities as soon as possible
Any emergencies should be informed to the police and the paramedics for proper actions. They are the people who have the knowledge to handle such situations. The police will accomplish a report of the scene and determine who is at fault while the paramedics will take care of those who have sustained any injuries.
3. Discuss the accident only with the police
Never tell any accounts of the accident to any one and have a limited discussion of it with the police authority. You should know that anything that you will say in the discussion will be included in the report and may be used against you.
4. Do not accept any fault or liability on the incident
Many accident victims have been very impulsive in admitting their mistakes but after consulting an auto accident lawyer, they would realize that they are actually eligible in collecting damages. Always remember that your acceptance of any fault would certainly prevent you from filing charges in the future.
5. Seek an advice from a competent auto accident lawyer
Before you forget some of the vital information about the accident, it would be a wise act to meet a lawyer to discuss your case. He will then explain your rights and what legal actions you should undertake to obtain justice.


This is really good advice. As far as consulting a lawyer i would go to the Bisnar and Chase question and answer page. You can submit your case and they will give you feedback for free. I have a link if your interested. personalinjuryqanda.com/

[LawGuru]

It is highly recommended to avail of the services of a personal injury lawyer in cases of car collision than those in the general practice of law. Personal injury lawyer specializes in these cases for a more competent and efficient legal representation which would result to a more positive outcome of the case.