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Torrance, CA

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How to Protect Your Legal Rights After a Car Accident

After a car accident, your first priority should be your health and safety. If you are injured, call 9-1-1 for medical assistance and move to a safe location. Once you’re secure and have addressed your injuries, follow these guidelines:

  • If possible, take photos of the accident scene, your injuries, and any vehicle damage.
  • Keep copies of all medical records, bills, repair receipts, and other related expenses.
  • Obtain a copy of the Traffic Collision Report from the relevant law enforcement agency, even if the report isn’t favorable to you.
  • Do not admit fault or sign anything from an insurer, this is in order to preserve your rights. Insurance companies often aim to limit or deny claims, especially if the victim is unaware of their rights.
  • Contact an experienced car accident lawyer to understand the full value of your case and avoid mistakes that the other driver’s insurance company could exploit.

Understanding California Car Accident Law

California law allows injured drivers, passengers, and the families of those who have been injured or killed in car accidents to file a lawsuit against those responsible. Legal responsibility, or “liability,” often hinges on proving that another driver was at fault. Negligence—operating a vehicle in an unsafe and unreasonable manner—is usually sufficient to establish liability, even if the other driver did not intentionally cause the accident.

In some cases, non-driver factors, such as roadway hazards or poorly-marked construction sites, can contribute to an accident. It’s important to remember that the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit in California can be as short as six months for claims against government agencies.

Torrance, California Car Accident Lawyer

Vince Xu is a seasoned personal injury attorney and is dedicated to securing justice and compensation for clients affected by negligence. We provide compassionate, personalized attention throughout the legal process. Contact us today for top-tier legal representation.

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What Compensation Can I Receive If I File a Car Accident Lawsuit?

In car accident lawsuits, injured parties may be entitled to various types of damages, including:

  • Past and future physical pain and suffering, mental anguish, and physical impairment.
  • Past and future medical, incidental, and hospital expenses.
  • Past and future loss of earnings and earning capacity.
  • Property damage.
  • Punitive damages in cases of egregious misconduct.
  • Wrongful death damages when the victim has been killed.

Even if you were partially responsible for the accident, California law allows you to recover compensation if the other driver was primarily at fault. The amount of compensation is determined by comparing the level of carelessness of both parties, known as comparative fault or negligence.

Why We Are the Best Lawyers for Car Accident Cases

Our law firm is known for its outstanding success in settlement negotiations and in court. Vince Xu and our team have helped thousands of people in Torrance, California, Los Angeles, and throughout California who have been seriously injured in car accidents.

We are recognized for taking on challenging and complex cases and winning. As a result, we often secure recoveries well above industry averages. We offer each client superior, personalized legal representation, including:

  • Individual, attentive legal representation by highly experienced car accident attorneys with an excellent track record.
  • Access to substantial investigative, financial, and technological resources.
  • Expertise in accident reconstruction to determine the cause of the accident and identify who or what was at fault, including driver negligence, defective auto parts, and dangerous road conditions.
  • Access to biomechanical and economic experts to assess the full extent of your injuries and calculate the cost of future medical needs and lost wages or diminished earning capacity.

Vince Xu personally oversees all serious injury cases handled by our firm. He is regarded as one of the top injury lawyers in California and is proud to be rated among the best in the field of injury lawsuits.

No Car Accident Case Is Too Difficult or Complex for Our Law Firm

We handle all types of serious injury car accident cases, including those involving speeding, distracted, or drunk drivers. While some law firms shy away from complex cases, we have the experience and resources to handle any claim, including:

  • Uninsured motorist and hit-and-run accident claims.
  • Claims against local governments for public transit accidents and defective roadways.
  • Cases involving defective auto parts, such as tires and brakes.

Contact a Torrance, CA Car Accident Attorney on Vince’s Team Today

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a car accident, contact our attorneys today by completing our form or calling us toll-free at 1-310-848-5054. Our attorneys will promptly review your case for free, with no obligation on your part.

If you are unable to visit our office in Torrance, CA, we will come to your home or hospital. Our work is contingency-based, and we collect no fees unless we recover damages for you.

 

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