Maison Law represents injured pedicab victims in California. If you or a loved one has been involved in a pedicab collision, tip-over, or incident that resulted in injuries, the Pedicab Accident Lawyers at Maison Law can help you financially recover the damage done to your life.
So don’t wait until it’s too late to take legal action if you’ve been involved in a pedicab accident. Get the legal help you need today and contact Maison Law for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
When to Consult with a Lawyer After a Pedicab Accident
You don’t always need a lawyer to recover damages if your injuries are only minor scrapes and bruises. However, pedicab injuries typically involve serious injuries like bone fractures, head trauma (TBI), spinal injuries, and internal damage. In these cases, it is strongly recommended to consult with a Personal Injury Attorney at Maison Law.
At Maison Law, we protect you from liability and help you recover the damage done to your life after a pedicab accident. By partnering with us, you can expect the following legal services:
- Accurate damage calculation: We calculate damages based on expert testimony, medical evaluations, and economic analyses to cover every aspect of your current and long-term medical and financial needs.
- Clear reports and expert witness testimony: Our firm compiles detailed reports that outline the extent of your injuries and the impact they will have on the rest of your life. We organize expert witness testimony to reinforce the credibility of your claim and the incident. Reports can come in the form of:
- Police reports
- Interrogatories
- Traffic cameras
- Ring cams
- Investigations
- Minimizing liability: If you file a claim or lawsuit against an at-fault party, they will most likely attempt to put some or all of the blame on you. Our firm will analyze your case and work to minimize or eliminate liability entirely in your personal injury accident.
- Negotiating with insurers: Our team of personal injury attorneys are expert negotiators and understand the tactics insurance companies will use to attempt to minimize your damages and compensation. We ensure our clients receive a fair settlement that fully covers their current and future needs.
- Court Representation: Our trial lawyers will represent you in court and build a strong case, highlighting the depth of your injuries and the necessity for recovering damages.
Get a Free Consultation
Maison Law offers a free consultation to all injured victims in California. Our Personal Injury Attorneys are here to discuss the details of your incident at no cost to you and evaluate if you have an injury claim and the next steps you should take. Everything you discuss with us is protected under attorney-client privilege, even if you decide not to take legal action. For more information, contact us today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
Pedicab Accident Compared to Vehicle Accidents
In California, pedicabs are a means of transportation for pedestrians, most commonly found in cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego. While the way in which a pedicab vehicle accident occurs is different than a typical car crash, California law treats these accidents the same. Pedicab drivers must follow the same traffic codes and right-of-way rules as other drivers on the road.
One key difference, however, is insurance coverage. Ordinary drivers have standard insurance policies with a minimum coverage of $30,000. A pedicab driver is usually an employee of a company. And, on average, companies in California carry much larger insurance policies for their drivers, with policies offering coverage of around $1 million. So, depending on how the accident occurred, you may be filing a claim against another driver’s insurance or a pedicab company’s insurance.
All these details listed above is why it is important to consult with a Personal Injury Attorney at Maison Law to better understand your legal options. Contact us today for a free consultation, and we’ll help you take the next steps toward receiving compensation after your accident injury.
Suing an Insurance Company after a Pedicab Injury Accident in California
In personal injury matters, like a pedicab accident, you can sue the person or company, who caused your injuries to hold them responsible for your damages. A lawsuit is typically filed with the courts and notifies the at-fault party of the allegations and the damages they are responsible for. The liable party will send the lawsuit to their insurance company, and an insurance adjuster will be assigned to investigate the claims within the lawsuit. If the adjuster finds the insured person is liable for causing the claimant’s injuries, the company may make a settlement offer to resolve the lawsuit.
In the case that a company is liable for the actions of its pedicab driver, the company’s insurance must cover damages, according to California’s Respondeat Superior Law, which states:
“The employer or a principal could be held vicariously liable for an unlawful or unjust act of an employee or an agent. For the employer or the principal to be vicariously liable under the respondeat superior, the employer or the agent must commit the wrongful act while working in the scope of the employment agency.”
Difference Between a Claim and a Lawsuit
The difference between a claim and a lawsuit is that a lawsuit can go to trial and be decided by a judge or jury. Lawsuits can be directly filed against the insurance company of an at-fault party by alleging bad faith insurance practices. This means the company acted in bad faith and refused to resolve the claim.
Receiving Compensation After an Insurance Claim
Insurance companies must conduct an investigation within 15 days of being notified of a claim. Also, insurance companies have 40 days to accept or deny a claim. If your claim is straightforward and liability is not an issue, your claim can be solved in a matter of days. However, if establishing liability is an issue, or if there are significant injuries involved, your claim can take longer. Proving liability takes time, often stretching cases out by many months or years.
To speed up your claim, you can provide the insurance company with irrefutable evidence such as medical records, photos, and witness contact information. Once your claim has been investigated, you’ll most likely receive a settlement offer from the insurance company. This amount typically provides you with the amount necessary to pay for your car repairs and medical treatment after the accident. The majority of these offers, however, are “low-ball” offers. Insurance companies typically offer as little as possible as far as settlements, as they’re looking out for their bottom line instead of fully compensating you for your damages.
Typical Compensation for a Pedicab Accident in California
If you’re injured in a pedicab accident, you may be able to receive compensation for your damages. There are three damages you can claim that will have a substantial impact on the amount of compensation you can receive. They include:
- Economic damages: financial damages you incurred due to the accident.
- Medical bills
- Lost Wages
- Loss of future potential earnings
- Loss of property
- Cost of repairs
- Non-economic damages: these are subjective, non-compensatory damages.
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages: these are damages awarded to serve as punishment to the at-fault party.
- Reckless behavior
- Actions performed out of spite
It is important to note that the final settlement amount varies widely depending on the circumstances of each case and the severity of your damages. It is recommended to consult with one of our Pedicab Accident Attorneys to fully understand the value of your case.
Contact Maison Law | California Pedicab Accident Lawyers
If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedicab accident in California, the attorneys at Maison Law can help. We understand that this is your one chance to recover financial relief after an accident, which is why we will work tirelessly to help you be fully compensated for the damage done to your life. The road to recovery can seem difficult, but it doesn’t have to be.
Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation. There are no upfront costs, and you won’t spend a dime until your case is won.
