Costa Mesa Car Accident Attorneys

The days and weeks that follow a serious auto accident are often rife with complicated issues. You might need to undergo extensive medical treatment, take time off work, and arrange for childcare and domestic help. The financial impact of these unexpected costs combined with the physical and emotional trauma of the incident can be overwhelming. Our car accident attorneys in Costa Mesa understand your situation, and we want to help you fight for the full compensation you deserve. We have achieved successful outcomes in auto accident cases of varying complexity. Insurance companies throughout California know that our attorneys are seasoned litigators who won’t settle for less than our clients deserve. Hiring us to represent you will send a message to the opposing party—that you expect to be treated fairly, and you have the means to go to trial if necessary. You can reach us 24/7 by calling 1-800-GO-HARRIS. We offer free consultations and handle personal injury and wrongful death cases on a contingency fee basis.

Types of Damages Recoverable After a Car Accident in California

Some states have “no-fault” insurance laws, meaning a person injured in a car accident must meet certain criteria in order to bring a claim against the liable party. For instance, if the injured person didn’t incur significant medical bills or suffer a permanent disability, they may only be able to bring a claim against their own no-fault insurance. California, however, is not one of those states; car accident victims can seek damages from the at-fault party (or their insurance company) without having to worry about meeting a “serious injury threshold.” Auto accident victims may be entitled to both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are objectively verifiable costs such as lost income. Non-economic damages are subjective; examples include pain and suffering and loss of life enjoyment. The kinds of damages that might be available in your case will depend on the circumstances—for example, the severity of your injuries, how the injuries are affecting your life, the amount of income you’ve lost due to your injuries, and whether you suffered permanent scarring or disability. In California, the following compensatory damages may be available in a personal injury case:

• Costs related to healthcare;
• Lost income and benefits, including future income;
• Property repairs;
• Other economic damages;
• Emotional distress;
• Pain and suffering; and
• Hedonic damages.

If your spouse suffers a loss of intimacy, love, or society due to your injuries, they might be entitled to compensation for loss of consortium. And if the party who caused the accident acted with malice, oppression, or fraud, punitive damages might be available. Our Costa Mesa car accident lawyers will make sure your claim accounts for all the damages that may be recoverable. We will do everything in our power to help you pursue the full compensation you deserve, and we’re not afraid to enter litigation if the opposing party refuses to settle. We have extensive experience helping clients pursue substantial non-economic damages as well as future damages. Calculating these losses involves complicated formulas and sometimes requires the input of medical and financial experts. Our attorneys will use their in-depth knowledge of the relevant case law and statutes to fight for the highest possible settlement.

We Don’t Charge Anything Upfront for Our Legal Services

Many accident victims worry about the cost of hiring an attorney, but our team accepts personal injury and wrongful death cases on a contingency fee basis. You won’t have to pay anything upfront, and no attorneys’ fees will be due unless we resolve the case in your favor. We also offer free case reviews, so you have nothing to lose by speaking to one of our legal professionals.

We’ve Helped More Than 5,000 Clients

No two accident claims are exactly alike, so it takes many years of experience for a lawyer to develop a mastered understanding of the relevant case law, statutes, and procedures. The attorneys at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers have many decades of combined experience, and they have represented more than 5,000 clients. Car accident claims are among our primary areas of practice. We know the most effective strategies to employ at each stage of the proceedings. Our car accident lawyers in Costa Mesa can anticipate disputes before they arise and take the necessary steps to avoid or counter them.

Discuss Your Case with a Costa Mesa Car Accident Lawyer

The aftermath of a serious crash can be one of the most daunting chapters in a person’s life. When faced with such adversity, the thought of taking legal action can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate the proceedings alone. Our attorneys are ready to help you and your family fight for the compensation you need to move on with life. Call us today at 1-800-GO-HARRIS or send us a message to set up a free case review.