How to Prove Your Car Accident Case
The State of California is like most states when it comes to auto accidents – the person who caused the accident can be held legally responsible, or liable for the victim’s damages. Unlike states that follow the no-fault theory for compensation, a person who is hurt in a car accident in the State of California will need to demonstrate that the person who caused the accident acted negligently and that this caused the injuries. Proving a car accident in California can be challenging and it can be difficult to obtain compensation. With the right legal representation, however, obtaining compensation after the accident may be possible. If you were injured in a car accident, the auto accident attorneys at Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP can provide the representation you deserve.
Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP understands the challenges injured victims often face after an auto accident. With their years of experience, the law firm has helped many clients obtain the compensation they needed to get their lives back on track. After being injured in a car accident, take swift action and obtain the support of Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP. Consider scheduling a complimentary consultation with the law firm today.
Establishing Negligence in a Car Accident Case
In certain car accident cases, it can be clear who caused the car accident. For instance, a driver running a red light and crashing into another vehicle will be held responsible for the accident. In other accidents, determining who is at fault for the accident may not be as evident. In these situations, it is necessary to thoroughly investigate the scene of the accident to determine who was at fault.
To prove a car accident case, injured car accident victims must establish negligence in their case. The following elements must be established in a case: The accused driver had a duty to drive safely; The accused driver failed to meet this duty; The violation thus resulted in the accident; and The victim sustained injuries as a consequence.
Examples of Negligence
For the most part, negligence means that the accused driver was acting carelessly when the accident happened. It could also involve taking an action that the driver knew or should have known would lead to an accident.
Common examples of negligence include, but are not limited to: Driving too fast for weather conditions, Driving while intoxicated, Driving while distracted, and Driving while sleep-deprived or fatigued.
Speak to an Auto Accident Attorney
Whether or not an auto accident seems like an easy case, it is important to obtain the proficient support of an attorney who can thoroughly investigate the case. After an accident, a majority of at-fault drivers will deny their actions were the cause of the accident. Making matters worse, insurance companies will work tirelessly to deny fair compensation. If you or someone you love was recently hurt in a car accident, obtain the support of a qualified attorney who can defend your rights and help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
For many years, the personal injury attorneys at Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP have advocated on behalf of those injured as a result of another driver’s negligent actions. The award-winning attorneys at Milligan, Beswick, Levine & Knox, LLP have championed on behalf of injured victims, helping them obtain the compensation they deserve. To schedule a complimentary consultation with the firm, consider contacting the law firm today.
Stephen Levine, is a Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Defense — an honor achieved by only the top criminal law attorneys in California. Mr. Levine has over 40 years of experience in criminal defense and family law serving Southern California, and is a highly regarded Super Lawyer as well as AV Rated attorney.