A serious injury or wrongful death in the family can happen at any time. Victims and surviving loved ones are often left wondering how they will ever afford the resulting medical bills, lost income, and other expenses. The Martinez personal injury lawyers at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers understand the adversity you are facing, and we are ready to help you pursue the compensation you need to get your life back.

Our highly experienced attorneys and outstanding support staff provide aggressive representation in a broad range of personal injury cases. We have helped thousands of clients and recovered more than $300 million in settlements and verdicts. For a free case review, call us today at 1-800-GO-HARRIS. We can come to you if you cannot come to our office for the initial consultation.

Accident Injury Cases We Handle in Martinez, California

• Truck Accidents
• Car Accidents
• Premises Liability
• Slip and Falls
• Motorbike Crashes
• Boating Accidents
• Train Crashes
• Turo Accidents
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Bus Accidents
• Scooter Accidents
• Airplane and Other Aircraft Accidents
• Rideshare Accidents
• Dog Bites
• Bike Accidents
• Spinal Injuries
• Serious Burn Injuries
• Traumatic Brain Injuries
• Wrongful Death
• Other Personal Injuries

Call Our Martinez Personal Injury Law Firm BEFORE You Speak to the Insurance Company

If you have questions about filing an insurance claim, you might naturally assume the insurance company would be the best source of guidance. The truth, however, is that insurance carriers have incentive to pay out as little money as possible, and any statements you provide might be used to challenge your claim. In fact, a claims adjuster will likely contact you within days of your injury to get a recorded statement, and anything you say might be misrepresented to dispute liability or damages. The best way to avoid making any compromising statements is to let your Martinez personal injury attorney handle all dialogue with the insurer. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, we have many decades of combined experience negotiating with claims adjusters and helping our clients fight for the highest possible settlement. We are well-versed in the strategies used by insurance companies to protect their bottom line, and we will use our extensive knowledge to protect your rights.

How Soon Should I Hire a Martinez Personal Injury Lawyer?

You should contact an accident attorney as soon as you are able to do so. Not only can your lawyer handle all correspondence with the insurer, but he or she can also perform an immediate investigation while valuable evidence is still available. It is not uncommon for surveillance footage, dash cam recordings, and other evidence to be destroyed or altered to cover up negligence. Our attorneys can start gathering evidence right away and apply legal pressure where necessary to obtain the evidence we need to prove liability and damages. Our lawyers will also explain the steps you can take to increase your claim’s chances of success, such as:

• Changing your social media account settings to “private;”
• Holding off on accepting any new friend or follower requests on social media;
• Refraining from mentioning your accident, injury, or case on social media;
• Keeping a journal to document how your injuries are affecting you personally;
• Maintaining all medical documents and any receipts and invoices for accident-related expenses;
• Avoiding any activities that might cause your injuries to worsen; and
• Obeying your doctor’s instructions.

The last step can be especially difficult to follow. Visiting the doctor can be inconvenient and uncomfortable—especially if you are dealing with serious injuries. Also, if your physician advises you to stay home from work to recover, you might incur significant debt due to lost wages rather quickly. It is important, however, that you take all necessary steps to facilitate the healing process. Personal injury claimants have a duty to mitigate their damages, and if you fail to do so, the insurance adjuster might argue that you should be held at least partially liable for your healthcare expenses and other losses.

Our Track Record of Success Speaks for Itself

If your financial security is on the line, it’s important that you turn to a law firm with a history of success. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, we have represented more than 5,000 clients and won over $300 million through settlements and trial verdicts. We know how to maximize the potential value of our clients’ cases. Our lawyers can make sure you account for all damages you might be owed, and we won’t settle for anything less than what you deserve. We are not afraid to take a case to trial if the insurance company refuses to cooperate.

Discuss Your Claim with a Seasoned Personal Injury Attorney in Martinez

The Martinez personal injury lawyers at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers offer free consultations to people who have been injured or lost loved ones through the negligence of others. If you’re ready to discuss your case and learn your legal rights, call us today at 1-800-GO-HARRIS or use our contact page to send us a message.