Accident Pros LLP | Top-Rated Car Accident Attorney, Placer County, California

Being in a car accident can leave you dazed and confused, with many questions. Even the most experienced and intelligent person will think about the accident, wondering what they could have done or should have done differently. This is normal. Your car is likely damaged or destroyed, and you find yourself feeling the pain getting worse by the day, instead of better, as though things are working in reverse, like some macabre reminder of your traumatic accident.It’s a lot to take in all at once. Who is going to pay for your medical bills? Who is going to pay for your car to be repaired or replaced? Who pays for your car rental or time off of work while you deal with the mess? Getting answers doesn’t have to be overwhelming. You deserve the help of an experienced Placer County car accident lawyer.With the Accident Pros LLP our attorneys will focus on making sure that you get the best advice for your situation. Since every car accident is unique, attention to detail and crafting a strategy for your case takes deliberation and attention, which we give to each of our clients. Wondering what to do next after an accident? Give us a call right now to talk with a knowledgeable lawyer for free. We’re available 24 hours a day, and you’ll always get to speak to one of our well qualified attorneys. We don’t hide behind intake coordinators or paralegals and to us, your case is more than just money – we loathe bad drivers and the destruction they cause and want to go after them to so you’re compensated.

How Much Money Can I Get For My Case?

Each car accident case is different, so it is impossible to say what someone’s case might worth right at the start. There are many different factors that influence the value of a car accident case, and how much you actually wind up with depends on other factors as well such as the other person’s insurance policy, your own insurance policy, and the other party’s assets. Also, your injuries and the cost of healing and therapy directly influence the value of your case. What seems like a minor injury at the beginning can be revealed to be something much more significant after the pain persists for months. Our Placer County car accident lawyers can help you understand and document the full extent of the damages you are facing.

We pursue compensation for the following:

  • Medical bills, including your ER and urgent care visit, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor visits, chiropractic treatment, imaging, other related therapy, and medications
  • Costs for future medical expenses, and long-term care if necessary
  • Lost wage or business income, reduced future earning capacity as a result of the injuries sustained in the accident
  • Pain and suffering
  • Vehicle repair or replacement costs
Do not let an insurance adjuster screw you around and tell you what your car accident claim is worth. If you don’t have an attorney, they’ll often quickly send you a check for $1,500, hoping you cash it before you even understand the full extent of the damage to you. Instead of getting played for a fool, call the trusted Placer County car accident lawyers at the Accident Pros LLP. We will begin work on your case immediately and pursue what you deserve.

How Long Do I Have To File a Claim After an Auto Accident in Placer County, California?

In California you have two years to file a claim after an auto accident, otherwise you lose your legal right to go after the person that hit you. The legal time limit is also referred to as the “Statute of Limitations”. In many cases the insurance company will try to make you go away by settling the case quickly, however this is usually a bad idea. It is usually a better idea to hire us to handle your case and you’ll see how it is worth your while financially to have us on your side. You do not want to wait too long to hire a car accident lawyer in California as if your case isn’t handled correctly from the outset, it could jeopardize the amount you recover.

When you call our 24-hour free consultation line after your accident, we immediately develop a plan that’s right for you. Don’t delay having your claim professionally reviewed. Get immediate care, service, and answers from the Accident Pros LLP.

Types of Car Accident Cases We Handle

At Accident Pros LLP, our car accident attorneys in Placer County have significant experience in many types of claims. Some of the types of cases we can help you with include:
  • Uber/Lyft accidents
  • Taxi accidents
  • Passengers in a car accident
  • Accidents involving out-of-town drivers
  • Hit-and-run accidents
  • Uninsured and underinsured motorist accidents
  • Public transportation and government owned vehicles

What Should You Do After a Car Accident in Placer County, California?

A car accident can put you in a mental fog. With adrenaline pumping, cars passing by and honking, and now dealing with a complete stranger, the entire situation is always overwhelming, even to the most put-together person. If you are in an accident, call the police. Make sure to take out your cell phone and immediately take photos of the other vehicles license plates and identifying information in case the other driver decides to drive off. Then, exchange information with the person that hit you, such as their license and insurance card. If there were any witnesses at the scene, make sure to get their contact information as well. Call your insurance company and get them to send a tow truck if your car is not drivable, and avoid the random tow trucks that stop as they will take your car somewhere and then charge you for something your insurance probably would have paid for. Now, go to urgent care or the ER. If the pain is not immediate, make an appointment to see your doctor. Then what? Call us and we’ll handle the rest!

The following steps can help ensure you are not screwed over by the insurance company:

  • Call us as soon as possible. As your attorney we will work quickly to establish liability so you are not placed at fault, preserve evidence, and ensure you are set up with the proper medical care. If you don’t have health insurance, no problem, we can set you up with our medical professionals to get you the care you need.
  • Save all evidence and paperwork you collect. If you took photos or videos at the scene of the accident, make sure to save all of that media on your computer (in case you lose your phone) and send them to us as well. Contact information for witnesses, paperwork related to your medical treatment, car repairs, and other expenses should all be saved an sent to us. Save any communication from the insurance companies.
  • Follow your doctor’s orders and keep up with your treatment. If you’re scheduled to go to your chiropractor twice a week, then make sure and show up consistently. Also, if you experience additional pains which often emerge after an accident, make sure and notify your doctor and us as well.
  • Don’t discuss your case with anyone and stay off of social media. Often we all post the story of our lives on Facebook and Instagram. You may not realize it, but insurance companies are looking at you online and they can take the things you post out of context, and use them against you.  It’s better to be safe, than sorry.  Stay off of social media!

Car Accident FAQs

What should I tell either my or the other person’s insurance company after a car accident?

Never talk to the insurance company, especially the other person’s. They will try to take a “recorded statement” from you, and ask you questions to try and fool you into saying the wrong thing. If they take one single word out of context, (and believe us, they will go out of their way to misinterpret what you’re saying), it will give the insurance adjuster an excuse to try to make the accident seem like it was your fault! During these calls, the insurance adjusters ask questions repetitively to obtain statements they can later use against you to justify either blaming you, or giving you a lowball offer. In our opinion, it is best not to speak with the insurance company. A car accident lawyer from the Accident Pros LLP will communicate your best interests and protect your claim from the adjuster.

Common Causes of Car Accidents

Our team will conduct a thorough investigation of your accident to determine the cause and all potentially liable parties. We work closely with respected accident reconstruction professionals who can pinpoint exactly what happened to cause your crash. In Placer County, some of the common causes of car wrecks include:

  • Distracted or cell phone driving
  • Drunk driving or driving while under the influence of drugs
  • Fatigued driving
  • Aggressive driving
  • Speeding
  • Failure to yield or obey traffic controls and signals
  • Following too close or tailgating
  • Inexperienced drivers

Common Types of Car Accident Injuries

With the Accident Pros LLP, we work with people who have suffered all sorts of injuries sustained in their accident. These injuries can make your life a living hell as the simple tasks such as sitting down at a desk for short periods of time can be excruciating. Some of the common injuries we see as a result of motor-vehicle accidents include:

  • Traumatic brain injuries and other head injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries such as annular tears
  • Back and neck injuries
  • Internal organ damage
  • Amputations
  • Lacerations, cuts, and bruising
  • Sprains and other soft tissue injuries
  • Broken bones
  • Facial injuries
  • Burns

When To Get a Placer County Lawyer After A Car Accident

Some people think the insurance company, especially their own, is on their side. They assume they’re in good hands and will be protected and taken care of by both their insurance company as well as the insurance company of the person that hit you. While these companies look friendly in their advertising and love for you to pay your premiums to them, they’re not always so friendly when you actually need them in a crisis. Their goal is to increase their profits and limit how much they pay. They will go out of their way to figure out ways to deny their own responsibility, even when that responsibility is to you! Since they know most people won’t get an attorney, they have no problem playing ever game in the book to frustrate you until you give up. Don’t give up. At the Accident Pros LLP, we’ll take over and let all insurance companies involved know that it’s time to take your case seriously. Often, insurance companies will not call back our clients, however once we take over the case, those same companies suddenly stand at a attention the wheels start turning much quicker. Since every moment counts when it comes to a personal injury case, the sooner you contact us, the sooner we can help, and the more compensation we can get in the end.
Call today to find out why we’re different and how we can help you!