Corcoran motorists rarely have time to slow down during the week. They can venture out for work, to drop the kids at school, or to grab a bite along Whitney Avenue. Unfortunately, more and more cars are on the road, but fewer and fewer people are making time for safe driving.
You can be maintaining a reasonable speed and paying attention to road hazards, when a distracted driver, catching a sports score on his or her phone, can land you in a scary collision. Careless drivers are everywhere in California and they can leave you injured and left to wonder how to keep expensive medical bills from sinking your future.
A Corcoran Car Accident Attorney Protecting Victims
If you are hurt in a crash in Kings County, insurance agents will not have your best interests at heart. Their job is to ignore your plea for help with bills and recovery or trick you into accepting as little compensation as possible.
Local attorney Martin Gasparian with Maison Law has years of experience beating insurance companies at their own game. He has helped countless vulnerable victims get every need covered after an accident and made sure they had what they needed in case further difficulties appeared in the future. He can help you find security during your recovery too. Contact Maison Law to talk over your case. There’s no charge for a consultation and there’s no obligation, but you should know every option available to you when dealing with insurance companies.
Support for Corcoran Accident Victims and Their Families
After a serious accident involving injuries, you may have to file a claim for damages just to get help with basic costs like doctor bills, rehabilitation costs, and reimbursement for your losses from missed time at work. You can file this civil lawsuit against the at-fault driver and his or her insurance company.
In the event of a tragic death caused by a driver’s careless mistake, the families left behind can seek compensation in a wrongful death claim. This lawsuit could ask for help with things like funeral costs and help with any medical expenses. The loss of the loved one’s financial support they would have provided now and in the future can also factor into the amount of compensation a family can receive. Nothing can bring back a beloved family member, but this award can help protect the remaining family members from financial ruin in the years to come.
A wrongful death claim can be filed on behalf of the entire family by a spouse or domestic partner, by the children of the victim, or sometimes by the parents who relied on the victim’s support. An attorney working for the family can also file this claim and investigate the circumstances of the accident to build a solid case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do accident claims usually end up in court?
No. When a claim is filed, the overwhelming majority of these cases are settled out of court. An insurance company will usually offer you a settlement for your injuries or your family’s losses. It will be up to you and your attorney to decide if the offer is fair for what you and your family have been through. If it is not acceptable and they don’t make a more reasonable offer, your attorney will have prepared a strong case for a civil trial. If an insurance company knows you have a lawyer and are prepared to take them to court, they may be more motivated to make another settlement offer to avoid going to trial.
How long do I have to file my accident claim in California?
2 Years. The state of California allows a victim in an accident up to two years from the date of the incident to file a civil lawsuit. It seems like a long time but if you wait the full two years it can be harder for your attorney to investigate the scene and round-up evidence. Important witnesses can also move and become hard to find over those two years. You should file a claim as soon as your attorney agrees that you are ready.
Can I request emotional damages be covered in a wrongful death claim?
Yes. The mental anguish of a child losing a parent, or spouses losing their husband or wife can earn compensation in a lawsuit. The spouse, children, and other close relatives will be without the emotional and financial support the deceased would have provided in the years to come.
Contact a Corcoran Car Accident Lawyer
After an accident involving a serious injury or the loss of a loved one in Corcoran or anywhere in Kings County, contact attorney Martin Gasparian for a free consultation and case evaluation. Mr. Gasparian takes a hands-on approach to every case. He believes that every family should work directly with their lawyer, get honest advice and personalized attention to detail their case deserves.
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