Have you been in a car accident and were injured? Did someone you love get injured in a wreck? Nothing prepares you for being in a car crash. One moment everything is fine, and the next, you’re hurt. If you have been injured in a vehicular accident, Belal Hamideh, car accident injury lawyer in Torrance, can help. Over the years, Belal and the rest of our team have represented car accident victims throughout the Torrance area, working to get them the most compensation for their injuries. Now, we can do the same for you.
We know how challenging the time after a car accident can be. You have so much to deal with, all while recovering from your injuries. We do everything in our power to make the process easier on our clients. To that end, we always work on contingency. That means you don’t pay unless we win. Yes, we win 99% of the time. But, even then, our compensation comes out of your eventual settlement. If you believe you were injured in a car accident (or any other kind of vehicular accident), reach out to us for a free case evaluation.
What Do I Do if I’m in a Car Accident?
First, get to safety. That doesn’t mean leaving the scene or anything of that nature. Rather, it means you should get out of the flow of traffic, out of harm’s way. To the extent that you can do so without putting yourself or others at risk of further injury, get to a safe place. If you have road flares or anything that can alert oncoming traffic, use it.
Once you’re there, assess your injuries. Do so for any passengers, other drivers, pedestrians and so forth. Do what you can to make certain that they’re warm. Also, if you can: stay calm. As challenging as that may be, it will help with everything.
Now that you and others are safe, call the police. Even if it doesn’t seem like anyone has been hurt, do it. If nothing else, the police report will prove valuable to your eventual lawsuit.
Be sure to get medical attention, too. We can’t tell you how many times that someone thought they had emerged from a car accident without injury, only to realize they’d suffered an internal injury later.
Get the other driver’s info. Their name, their license, their contact information, and their insurance – that’s all you need. This does not need to be a long conversation, and in fact, it’s probably better if it isn’t. Do not, under any circumstances, say anything that could be construed as admitting fault.
Only do this if you can stay safe while doing so: collect evidence. That means taking pictures and videos of any injuries/damage. Your injuries, injuries to others, damage to cars, the environment (to buildings, trees, skidmarks, and so forth) – collecting all of this at the accident scene can help. But, if it could potentially hurt you, don’t do it.
After all of that has been taken care of, then contact us. We’ll evaluate your case for free, determining the next best course of action and how we can potentially help.
What Compensation Could I Receive for a Car Accident?
The compensation you could receive for a car accident is determined by many different factors: how serious your injury was, if you were partially responsible for the accident, and so forth. While there isn’t really a set average exactly, we can tell you that we will do everything in our power to ensure that you receive the maximum amount of compassion for all that you’ve been through.
In California, you can qualify for economic as well as non-economic damages. Unfortunately, if you were in a car accident, it’s entirely possible that you required an extended hospital stay, that you needed to see a doctor many times, you may have needed therapy, surgery, rehabilitation, and the like. The medical bills from all of that can add up quickly. Economic damages can cover those costs and similar ones.
Maybe, due to the injuries from your accident, you weren’t able to work for a period of time, thus missing out on wages. Sometimes, if the injuries were serious enough, you might not be able to work your job in the same capacity anymore, or even at all. We can help you to recover compensation for lost wages, too.
In the wake of a car accident, you may experience pain, suffering, emotional trauma, you may lose enjoyment in life, things you love, favorite activities, consortium, and more. That’s what non-economic damages can compensate you for.
When you come to us for a free case evaluation, we’ll draw upon our experience to let you know what your case is worth. Then, we’ll work to make sure you receive everything you should.
Who’s Liable for the Car Accident I Was In?
Obviously, the other driver is most likely liable for your vehicular accident. In a majority of cases, yes, you, the victim, were injured by their recklessness and/or negligence. However, they may not be the only liable party.
To use an example, say you were hit by a semi-truck. Could the driver of the truck be liable? Of course. But, the person who hired them may also be liable, at least partially. The same could be said of the people who loaded cargo into the truck, those who did maintenance on the truck, and so forth.
Additionally, perhaps the truck accident was caused by some defect in the truck. Or, it was helped along by ill-maintained roads. In those cases, then even more parties would be liable for your accident.
When we take your case, our investigative team will conduct a thorough investigation. They’ll discover all of the liable parties as well as the extent to which they’re liable. Then, from there, we’ll bring a compelling suit against all involved, all with the goal of helping you to receive your maximum compensation.
What Injuries Do You Commonly Suffer in a Car Accident?
The injuries you suffer in a car accident are unique, unlike anyone else’s. Every car accident is different, and the injuries, no matter what they are, challenge victims. In our time, we have helped victims receive compensation for so many different injuries they’ve suffered, such as:
- Injuries to the Head
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Severe Bruising
- Broken Bones
- Cuts from the Road/Road Rash
- Whiplash
- Injuries to the Neck
That having been said, we have also helped our clients to receive compensation for emotional problems that arose due to their accident, such as:
- Anxiety
- PTSD
- Emotional Trauma
Regardless of your injuries, we can help you to recover maximum compensation for them. If you were hurt in an accident, you very well may deserve to be compensated for it.
How are Car Accidents Caused?
With so many cars traveling through Torrance on a given day, accidents can occur in any number of ways. In our time, the most common causes we’ve dealt with in our cases include:
Speeding. When someone greatly exceeds the speed limit, it makes for a dangerous situation for everyone on the road. The driver is less likely to be able to control their vehicle and others on the road can find it more challenging (if not impossible) to get out of the way.
Driving Under the Influence. Even in our modern day, too many drive under the influence of drugs, alcohol, and similar substances. Essentially one-third of all fatal traffic accidents are due to DUI, the driver going out on the road under the influence.
Driving Distracted. Laws against being on your phone and texting exist for a reason. Those and other distractions can cause you to be in an accident.
Bad Driving Decisions. Some drivers change lanes far too quickly, they get up too close to the driver in front of them, they cut across several lanes of traffic without using a turn signal, and more – accidents caused by this are more common than many may think.
Vehicle Defects. Not all causes for a car accident are the fault of the driver. Engines stop working as and when they should, brakes malfunction, seat belts don’t work, airbags fail to deploy, and other car defects can cost lives. We can bring a lawsuit against those responsible.
When Should I Contact a Car Accident Injury Lawyer in Torrance?
Now. If you’ve been injured in a car accident and you’re reading this, then you would most likely best be served by reaching out to us as quickly as possible. If we get to work on your case sooner, it speeds up the time that you’ll receive the compensation that you deserve.
In our state, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. If you don’t, then the statute of limitations passes. That’s not what you want to happen. It’s not what we want to have happen, either. It is, however, what the other side wants to have happen. They are most likely hard at work on your case as soon as they’re made aware of your accident, doing what they can to keep you from receiving maximum compensation. We can take them on for you.
Belal Hamideh: Winning Car Accident Attorney
It wasn’t your choice to be in a car accident. You were driving along, and someone else’s negligence and/or recklessness caused an accident that hurt you. If that was the case, then you deserve to receive compensation for it. That’s where we come in. We can make that a reality, so that you can focus on what’s most important: your recovery.
We always work on contingency. You shouldn’t have to pay for an attorney out of pocket. We represent our clients as aggressively as possible so that they can receive everything that they should for having to go through this entire process.
For a free case evaluation to see how we can help, give us a call or message us through this site.
