Maison Law represents car accident victims throughout California. With so many cars and drivers on the road, there are numerous accidents every day throughout the state, each with their own unique circumstances. So, the question of whether it’s worth it to get a personal injury lawyer after a car accident depends on your circumstances. Our team can explain your options and what the best path ahead is for you in a free consultation. Contact us today to set up yours.
Why Would You Need a Lawyer?
There’s actually no legal requirement in California that says you need a lawyer to represent you in a claim. In fact, if your accident is minor and you’re not hurt badly, you probably don’t need to worry about a legal action at all. You could simply rely on your own car insurance coverage. However, given that a car accident brings a lot of uncertainty, you could potentially be facing life-changing injuries and damage. At that point, obviously, you should consider every option you have, including working with a lawyer.
Overall, our team can make the legal process much, much simpler for you. This is particularly true after a car accident where you’ve been injured. We can handle the following for you:
- Investigating the accident and figuring out who or what entity is at fault
- Helping you gather important evidence and compile medical records
- File an insurance claim and then negotiate with adjusters
- Stand up for your rights throughout the process, including potentially filing a lawsuit
This is a quick overview of our services, but what’s important for you to understand is that we ease the burden that a car accident can put on you. That alone should be enough to consider working with our team of lawyers. That said, though, it’s equally important to understand what your claim could be worth–and if it’s worth working with us to get it.
How is Your Claim Valued?
Because every car accident is different, there’s a great deal of variation in how a claim is valued. Generally speaking, though, California law tries to take certain factors into account when looking at the damage that a car accident can cause. The claims process allows you or any other victim the right to file a claim for these “damages,” so you can attempt to recover some of the financial and emotional cost resulting from the accident and your injuries.
Typically, the following markers are in place to value a particular car accident claim:
- Extent of injuries – this is a big marker in most car accident cases. Usually, the more injured you are, the more a potential claim will be worth. That’s why it’s important to get medical care right away after the accident, then keep meticulous records of your treatment and bills.
- Emotional and psychological damage – A car accident can be extremely traumatic, especially if you’ve been hurt badly or if someone you love has been hurt or killed. Part of the damages that are available in these claims deal with the emotional distress and physical pain and mental suffering you go through in the accident. Seeing a therapist and quantifying the emotional turmoil is a good way to show this damage.
- Reduced quality of life – The car accident could cause serious changes in your quality of life, whether it be keeping you from enjoying things you once did or even affecting your personal relationships. This is another area where a professional therapist can provide a record of this damage.
- Missing work or being permanently disabled – If your injuries are such that you have to miss significant amounts of work, you can recover lost wages in a claim. Similarly, if you’re permanently disabled from the accident and can’t work anymore, you can recover future income loss.
As you can probably tell, a car accident can have a serious impact on how you live your life. In terms of a claim, these damages are generally available. However, what you’re ultimately able to recover depends on a few important legal factors:
- Your percentage of fault in the accident
- When you file your claim
- How effectively your case is presented
For all of these reasons, it makes it clear that the value of having an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side in this process can’t be overstated. Our team has the experience and knowledge necessary to make sure that your claim is valued properly and you have what you need to put together a strong case for damages.
Take Control of a Car Accident Claim With Maison Law
When you’re in a car accident, it can leave you feeling powerless. At Maison Law, our team of California car accident lawyers is here to provide you with legal support and give you a sense of control over the process. We’ll help guide you and make sure you know what you’re up against. To learn more about our process and how we can help you, contact us for a free consultation.
