Brentwood Car Accident Attorneys

From minor fender benders to fatal accidents, our Brentwood car accident attorneys are skilled in handling all types of car accident claims. Our lawyers are here to help you pursue compensation for your physical and emotional injuries. Whether through skilled negotiation in settlement or aggressive pursuit of your claims in court through litigation, we are poised to help you recover the compensation you deserve.

Types of Car Accident Cases Our Brentwood Personal Injury Attorneys Handle

Our personal injury attorneys have represented clients in settlement negotiations and litigation in all types of car accident cases. Because each case is unique, our attorneys will analyze the particular facts of your case to determine the best course of action. We handle car accident cases caused by the following hazards, among others:

• Impaired driving 
• Distracted driving 
• Drowsy driving Speeding
• Hit and runs
• Poor road conditions or hazards
• Defective or malfunctioning vehicle parts  

Liability for A Car Accident

To avoid paying for your damages, insurance companies may claim that you contributed to your accident. Your personal injury attorney can help you determine whether this is true and, if so, how it will impact your recovery. In California, a court may find that you were partially liable for your accident if you:

• Violated a traffic law 
• Admitted fault 
• Provided a recorded statement that led to an admission of fault 
• Posted about the accident online  
• Drove while distracted or impaired 

If you contributed to your accident, California law will apply a percentage to your fault and deduct that percentage from the damages you can recover. In other words, if a drunk driver collided with you while you made an illegal left turn, you may be considered 50 percent at fault for the accident. As a result, a court may choose to reduce your damages award by 50 percent. If you stood to recover $200,000 for your accident, then, you will recover only $100,000. Our attorneys are familiar with the law on partial liability and will work to overcome liability disputes. If you were partially liable, we will take all the necessary steps to minimize your fault percentage so that you can still walk away with sufficient compensation.

Award-Winning Car Accident Lawyers

When choosing a personal injury attorney to represent you, it is critical to know what kind of experience your lawyer can offer. Our attorneys are both willing and able to take your case to court, and will aggressively represent your interests to a judge or jury. Whether we are up against major insurance companies in settlement negotiations or in court pursuing your right to compensation, our Brentwood personal injury attorneys are here for you. If you are unable to come to our office for an initial free consultation, we will come to you. Call our 24-hour phone line at 1-800-GO-HARRIS or send us a message to schedule a complimentary case review today. We look forward to serving you and helping you move forward.