Inland Empire Car Accidents
Other drivers in the Inland Empire Area may not pay attention when driving and take risks that can endanger you. If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident that was caused by someone else, you can and should seek financial compensation for your harm.
Quincey Law works on behalf of injured car accident victims as you try to navigate an often difficult legal process. The insurance company does not make things easy on you, and you need a tough car accident lawyer to cut through the red tape. We leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice for the clients who trust us with their car accident claim.
Quincey Law is located at 9302 Pittsburgh Ave 230 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. Our office is located not far from the intersection of Milliken Ave and 6th Street. Call us today at 909-330-3523, and we will discuss your case and answer any questions you may have about the legal process.
We have a long list of satisfied clients, including Anthony, who writes: “I am so grateful to have worked with him on matters over the last few years. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Inland Empire Car Accident Statistics
The Inland Empire consists of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. In 2021, there were approximately 15,000 car accidents in each of the counties. Many of these accidents cause serious injuries and fatalities. The number of serious car accidents in the Inland Empire area has been increasing in recent years. Authorities have zeroed in on the pandemic as the contributing factor, as drivers took on more dangerous habits and retained them when motorists returned to the road. Drivers got used to reduced enforcement of traffic laws, and they continue to take more chances with the lives of others.
Common Causes of Inland Empire Car Accidents
All it takes is one momentary mistake that a driver makes to change the course of your life forever. Drivers may not even be careless. They may be consciously reckless, or they could get behind the wheel when they are drunk. Regardless of how the accident happened, you would be entitled to financial compensation when you were able to prove that the driver was negligent.
Some common causes of Inland Empire car accidents include:
- Speeding (which was a factor in slightly more than 20% of car accidents)
- Failure to check blind spots before changing lanes
- Illegal turns
- Drunk driving
- Following too closely behind vehicles
- Reckless driving
- Distracted driving
- Inexperienced motorists
Your car accident attorney could work to gather proof of what happens and the evidence that you need to win your case.
Damages in an Inland Empire Car Accident
The insurance company is obligated to pay for the full amount of damages that their driver causes, up to the amount of the policy limit. If the other driver did not have enough insurance, you can file a claim with your own underinsured motorist coverage to make up for the shortfall.
Your Inland Empire car accident damages can include the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Emotional distress
- Scarring and disfigurement
Perhaps the most crucial thing in a motor vehicle crash case is to know how much your claim is worth before you file it, so you are able to effectively negotiate through your car accident attorney.
How to Seek Compensation for an Inland Empire Car Accident
The other driver’s insurance company will always be involved in your claims process. Many car accident victims begin with the insurance company by filing a claim. You would need to include evidence of what happened to cause the crash and the other driver’s role in it. In addition, your claim would also include proof of your injuries and an amount of damages that you are seeking.
The insurance company will review your claim, and they will determine whether to accept liability. One possibility is that they may try to partially blame the crash on you. The insurance company may make you a settlement offer, but you could be forced to negotiate extensively because their offers may be low. Your car accident lawyer could negotiate your claim to get you top dollar for your injuries.
Of course, you always retain the right to file a lawsuit directly against the responsible driver in court. The insurance company would still be involved in the case because they have a duty to defend their policyholder. Even if you file a lawsuit, chances are that your case would reach a settlement before you actually had a trial.
Contact an Inland Empire Car Accident Law Firm Today
Quincey Law handles car accident cases throughout the state of California, including in the Inland Empire, San Bernardino, Ontario, Riverside, Rancho Cucamonga and Corona. Call 909-330-3523 or fill out our confidential contact form to speak to someone at our office. Together, we can seek justice