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Experienced, Aggressive Torrance Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

Monday, August 22nd, 2011

Motorcycles are very common sights on California streets and highways. Especially now with gas prices and unemployment on the rise, motorcycles allow people to save a lot of money on gas while going to and from work, running errands and simply getting around. Motorcycle sales in Torrance, CA and around the country have risen dramatically over the last several years. Unfortunately, this has led to a corresponding increase in motorcycle accidents. The Orange County motorcycle accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Samer Habbas are dedicated to providing aggressive legal representation to motorcycle accident victims and their families.

Motorcycle accidents often result in catastrophic and fatal injuries for riders and passengers. The majority of accidents are caused by negligent drivers of passenger vehicles failing to notice or respect a motorcyclist’s right of way. These accidents are most likely to occur at intersections with a vehicle disobeying a traffic signal and turning directly into a motorcyclist’s path. Even if a rider is wearing a helmet, boots, leathers and other protective gear, he or she has little protection against impact with the vehicle, a stationary object and the road. This is why motorcycle accidents often result in death or catastrophic, life-changing injuries such as these:

  • Crushed limbs
  • Brain injuries
  • Compound fractures
  • Back injuries
  • Paraplegia
  • Quadriplegia
  • Ruptured internal organs
  • Other devastating injuries

These injuries cause accident victims and their families profound physical, emotional and financial hardship. They must contend with loss of function and companionship, lost wages and possibly impaired future earnings, medical expenses that can quickly add up to hundreds of thousands of dollars, physical and vocational rehabilitation and many other accident-related costs.

No amount of compensation can replace a life or an accident victim’s health, but a negligent driver who causes a motorcycle accident can be held liable for damages that can help with medical bills, job training, home modifications and other expenses. If you or a close family member has been injured in an accident, the Orange County motorcycle accident lawyers at the Law Offices of Samer Habbas may be able to help. Their motorcycle accident lawyers in Torrance and throughout Southern California can explain the laws that apply and your options in plain language so that you and your family can make informed decisions about which course of action will be best. To schedule a free consultation to discuss your case, call their personal injury attorneys today at 888.848.5084.

 

 

 

Medical Factors in Orange County Pedestrian Accidents That Suggest Claimant Fraud

Tuesday, April 19th, 2011

The insurance adjuster in an Orange County pedestrian accident case will pay close attention to the claimant’s medical records, and any inconsistencies may lead him or her to suspect that the injuries claimed are exaggerated. Here are some of the discrepancies that may arouse adjuster suspicion.

 

  • Discrepancies between the claimant’s account of the Orange County pedestrian accident and the medical reports. An adjuster will look for the claimant’s account of the accident in any medical reports and compare it to the account the claimant gave the insurance company. Most adjusters believe that claimants are more candid in speaking to medical personnel, and differing stories of the accident suggest that the claimant is not being entirely truthful.
  • Discrepancies between the treatment received and the doctor’s statements in the medical report. Adjusters are wary of over-treatment, especially in cases of soft tissue damage or other subjective complaints. They think that over-treatment is an attempt to overstate the damages in order to demand a higher settlement. Cases in which the injury is not supported by objective medical tests or is supported only by tests which have not been accepted by the scientific community will make the adjuster suspicious.
  • Discrepancies between physical description and claimed disability. If the medical report indicates that the claimant is tan and muscular or has calloused hands indicative of physical labor, but the claimant says that he or she can’t do any physical activity, the adjuster will be skeptical.

 

If you have been injured and require an Orange County pedestrian accident lawyer, please call (888) 848-5084 for a free case evaluation by the Law Offices of Samer Habbas.

DUI Driver Hits 9, Drags, Injures 2-Year-Old

Wednesday, September 15th, 2010

In breaking news out of Santa Ana, police have arrested 43-year-old Miguel Sandoval with suspicion of a possible DUI after Sandoval injured several pedestrians on September 6. The incident happened during the evening on West McFadden Avenue.

According to reports from KTLA News Online, Sandoval was driving a Chevrolet Suburban, a full-sized sport utility vehicle. Sources said Sandoval’s vehicle hit a mother and her two-year-old daughter and dragged them both for 50 feet. The mother suffered a broken leg, and the daughter was admitted to a local hospital in critical condition. Several others also sustained injuries due to the accident. According to reports, the driver did not experience any injuries.

The aftermath of an accident like this one can be a trying time for a family. California auto accident lawyerSamer Habbas is ready to help you and your family with this kind of hardship. Mr. Habbas will look critically at the details of your case and use knowledge of local law and case precedent to build a case against a negligent drunk driver who caused grievous harm to you or a family member.

When your family is suffering from an accident caused by a dangerous driver or some other negligent party, let our attentive legal staff at The Law Offices of Samer Habbas guide you through the legal process. A California family like yours needs an auto accident attorney who will work hard to bring an effective claim and get compensation for your personal injury or wrongful death case.

Orange County car accident lawyer Samer Habbas keep you informed throughout your case. Please feel free to contact him by calling our office today at 888-848-5084. Mr. Habbas and our staff can providecaring and competent legal representation so that you get the justice you deserve.

Determining Fault in California Pedestrian Laws

Monday, June 14th, 2010

California pedestrian accident lawyer Samer Habbas makes client education a focus of his law practice, and dispelling myths about the law is a big part of his efforts. When we hear of a pedestrian accident, we usually assume that driver negligence such as running a red light or speeding caused it. But he and other Southern California pedestrian accident attorneys know that while we can blame most pedestrian accidents on negligent drivers, pedestrians acting negligently or both parties being negligent also cause a fair percentage of accidents.

For example, if a pedestrian is wearing dark clothing at night and crosses the street in the middle of a block, he or she could be found at fault or partly at fault if a vehicle strikes him or her. A jury could decide that because the pedestrian decided to cross where there was no crosswalk, was difficult to see and did not look in both directions, he or she could be at least partly responsible for causing his or her own injuries. In pedestrian accidents, there are many variables taken into consideration. Was the driver speeding and/or drinking? Was the pedestrian under the influence of alcohol or drugs? Did the vehicle involved in the accident have bad brakes or a missing headlight? Was the pedestrian crossing the street outside a marked crosswalk?

All of these factors and countless more are taken into consideration in pedestrian accident cases and no two cases are exactly alike. This is one of the many reasons why people choose to contact an experienced Anaheim pedestrian accident lawyer such as Mr. Habbas. He can explain the laws that apply, answer questions and provide a legal professional’s perspective on your situation. If you’ve been hurt or a family member has been killed in a pedestrian accident, call Mr. Habbas today at 888.848.5084 to schedule a free consultation.

Resource link: Determining Fault in California Pedestrian Laws

Freak Los Angeles Pedestrian Accident Claims the Life of Victim

Monday, May 17th, 2010

A freak pedestrian accident has claimed the life of man who was simply in the wrong place at the right time according to accident investigators. They say that the victim was walking along Western Avenue around 3:15 a.m. when a 2008 Dodge Caliber driven by a Georgia man drove off the street and hit a traffic signal. The force was such that the traffic signal fell over and struck the man as he walked along the street.

“The impact of the crash caused the signal to hit a pedestrian standing on the northwest corner of Western Avenue and Pico Boulevard,” said a Los Angeles Police officer at the accident scene. Paramedics responding to the accident pronounced the victim dead at the scene. The driver of the Dodge is under investigation for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

“Detectives say that the suspect appeared to display symptoms of being under the influence and was subsequently taken into custody,” said a statement issued by the LAPD.

Samer Habbas and other Long Beach pedestrian accident lawyers are very concerned that pedestrian accident statistics are trending upward in recent years despite public awareness campaigns about the dangers of these accidents. Mr. Habbas is an experienced California pedestrian accident lawyer who works hard to ensure that accident victims and their families recover the compensation they deserve to help with lost wages, medical bills, ongoing medical care and other expenses. To schedule a free consultation with Southern California pedestrian accident attorney Samer Habbas, call his law offices today at 888.848.5084.

Resource link:  Los Angeles Pedestrian Killed In freak accident

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