Riverside Car Accident Attorney

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Riverside has an estimated population of 326,414 residents and has grown to become one of the most populated areas in California, which can also make it a dangerous one. With so many drivers on the road, it is inevitable for a car accident to occur.

Unfortunately, car accidents are common in Riverside. And according to a United States poll, for every 3 car accidents, one of them is fatal.

At West Coast Trial Lawyers, our Riverside car accident attorneys are highly trained legal experts that know how to win personal injury cases. With over 60 years of combined legal knowledge, our attorneys have helped our clients pay for their medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and  pain and suffering. We have earned over $1 billion in settlements for our clients, which has gotten us recognized as one of the top personal injury law firms in Riverside. 

Contact our 24/7 legal team today by calling (951) 393-1299 or emailing info@westcoasttriallawyers.com to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation at our Riverside personal injury law firm. 

Types of Car Accidents We Handle

• Multi-Car Collisions. Also known as a multi-vehicle collision, this is a type of car crash involving three or more vehicles. They are known as some of the most dangerous types of accidents since several parties can be injured or killed by the massive impact. They generally happen on high speed roads, such as freeways. There is no maximum number of cars that can be involved in a multi-car collision. However, records show that one of the largest car wrecks happened in Los Angeles, involving 216 cars and leaving 41 injured.
• Head-On Crashes. A head-on collision occurs when the two front ends of a vehicle crash into each other. Head-on collisions often have fatal results. This is due to the speed and velocity of the vehicles. When the two forces collide, it creates a drastic force of opposing energies that usually results in a more dangerous and destructive crash.
• Rear-Ended Crashes. Rear-end crashes transpire when a car hits another vehicle from behind. These types of crashes usually happen when a driver is distracted, under the influence, or speeding. Whiplash is a common injury that results from rear-end crashes, and this is particularly dangerous due to the fact that whiplash might not show up right away, but still has severe after effects.
• Side-Impact Accidents. A side-impact accident or T-bone accident happens when the front end of one vehicle collides with the side of another. Crashes of this nature usually occur around intersections, parking lots, and on multi-lane roadways. Common symptoms of a side-impact accident include internal bleeding, spinal cord injury, head injury, and a whiplash.
• Hit and Run Accidents. Under California Vehicle Code 20002, a driver is required to remain at the scene of the accident and cooperate with the other parties involved. If the driver chooses to run away to escape their responsibilities, it is considered as a hit and run case. The driver will be charged with a misdemeanor and may face up to 6 months in prison and/or a fine of up to $1,000.
• Sideswipe Crashes. A sideswipe accident is defined as two vehicles crashing into each other when they are going in the same or opposite sides of the road. This usually occurs when there is a driver making a lane change. Common factors that contribute to a sideswipe accident include:
  • Distraction, such as texting and driving
  • Drowsy driving
  • Driving while under the influence
  • Attempting to merge onto another lane without cautiously observing the road beforehand

Who Is Liable in a Car Accident?

Determining who is at-fault for a car accident can be quite complex. A driver is required to provide a duty of care to other drivers on the road. If they are found breaching their duty of care, which causes the accident, then they will be held liable for damages. However, if other parties involved in the accident contributed to any kind of negligence, such as speeding or disobeying traffic lights, they may also be held accountable for causing the accident. Liability will be distributed based on the amount of negligence each of these parties committed. In California, this is known as comparative negligence.

Contact Us

If you were involved in a car accident in Riverside and would like to pursue a lawsuit against the driver at-fault, West Coast Trial Lawyers has experienced Riverside personal injury attorneys who are readily available to help you with your case.

Contact our 24/7 legal team today by calling (951) 393-1299 or emailing info@westcoasttriallawyers.com to schedule a free consultation at our Riverside personal injury law firm.