Motor Vehicle Accident Attorneys
Los Angeles California
Cases arising out of motor vehicle accidents are by far the most common type of personal injury case pending in our court system today. This is not surprising, given that every 10 seconds; someone in the United States is involved in a motor vehicle car accident, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Roadway Accidents
Car accidents on our nation's roadways are a serious threat to the traveling public and are the leading cause of death for those under the age of thirty-four. Annually, over 40,000 people are involved in deadly car accidents. Many of today’s motor vehicle accidents involve teens.
Unfortunately, during your lifetime you are likely to be involved in at least one motor vehicle accident. You should know what to do after a car accident.
Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries
As far as your car accident injuries are concerned, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. If treatment is delayed, the Defendant may argue that it was not their negligent driving that caused your injury, but rather something that occurred between the time of the motor vehicle accident and your visit to the doctor.
Courts look to a number of factors in determining whether a driver was negligent. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, the following:
- disobeying traffic signs or signals;
- failing to signal while turning;
- driving above or below the posted speed limit;
- disregarding weather or traffic conditions;
- failing to drive on the right side of the road;
- driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol;
If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident it is important to seek legal representation. There is a limited amount of time often known as a statute of limitations in which you can file a claim.