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Why Should I Hire a Car Accident Lawyer?
Every car accident lawyer knows that one of the last things you think about after an accident will be to hire an attorney. However, finding the right accident attorney after your accident is very important. This is especially true if you are suffering from injuries due to the negligence of another driver. Below, a car accident lawyer in our office is going to answer the question: Why Should I Hire a Car Accident Lawyer? We will also go over the benefits of having an attorney on your side and why it’s the right decision!
How Long Will it Take to Settle a Car Accident Claim?
One of the most common questions any car accident attorney gets in our office is: How long will it take to settle my accident claim? and to be honest with you, it depends. There are many layers to a car accident claim that most people are unaware of. Put simply, it can take anywhere from six months to almost two years to settle your claim. and that is assuming that your accident lawyer at Silverthorne Attorneys does not need to file a lawsuit. Today, we are going to go over some of the factors that may leave you in a short limbo period.
Should I Give a Recorded Statement to the Insurance Company After a Car Accident?
Insurance adjusters are not on your side after an accident; in fact, insurance companies are not even the side of their insured. the only thing they care about is making sure they are making money. Which means they will even try to get you to make a recorded statement about the accident. Should you give an insurance company a recorded statement? Our answer is always a resounding “NO!” you should not immediately give a statement to an insurance company. This is because these insurance adjusters will try to get you to say something that will indicate that you were either at fault in some way for the accident.
How to Safely Drive at Nighttime
It would appear that fall back is almost upon us. Which means that the daylight hours will be getting shorter and shorter every day. Our evening commutes will no longer see the sun light for a good portion of it. That is why I wanted to write an article on how to safely drive in the evening time. Believe it or not, as any accident lawyer will tell you, there is a big difference between day time driving and night time driving. Below, you will find tips on how to drive safely during the evening hours. If you have been injured in an accident and need an accident attorney, contact us today. Consultations are free!
Safely Driving in the Santa Ana Winds
Today marked the first day of the Santa Ana winds. Which means, not only is there a fire warning but we also need to be careful on the road when we are driving. Sometimes, driving in windy weather conditions, especially in Southern California, can be difficult. Below, our car accident attorney has put together some tips on how to drive safely in windy weather conditions. I have to tell you, this morning as I was driving into work, it was difficult to keep my car steady. Driving in the wind can be tricky and sometimes dangerous. If you have been in an accident, contact an auto accident lawyer in our office to discuss your case. Consultations are free!
Accident Attorney | Reducing the Stress of Your Commute
I know just how difficult it can be to sit in traffic during commuting hours. I also know all about the stress and anxiety that goes on during commuting. From having to pay attention to what other drivers are doing, to making sure that you are staying cool and calm when someone cuts you off. Commuting definitely takes a toll. Long commutes can leave people with many different health conditions; from stress to neck and back pain, to fatigue; just to name a few. So, working for an accident attorney and being a commuter, I thought it would be a good idea to share some tips on how to reduce stress during your commute. Below is a list that an accident lawyer at Silverthorne Attorneys had me come up with on how to reduce and manage stress during your long commute days.
Increasing Driving Visibility in the Rain
With fall just beginning, that means that there may or may not be rain heading our way. in fact, it was drizzling a little bit on my way into work earlier this week. and since moving to Southern California and working for an auto accident attorney, I wanted to take some time to talk about increasing visibility on the road when it’s raining. There have been times where I have driven in the rain at nighttime and my visibility was drastically decreased. Below, I have put together some helpful tools for you to be able to increase your driving visibility in the rain. If you have been injured in an accident, contact a car accident lawyer today. Consultations are free!
Right-of-Way Laws in California
I know we have gone over California’s right-of-way laws as it applies to pedestrians. and we will briefly cover it in order to get a little refresher. However, because I just recently got back from my road trip; and I work for an accident lawyer in Orange County of all places; I want to cover this topic again. Not only the right-of-way laws in California. More than that, I want to cover how to determine who has the right-of-way in any situation. If you have been injured in an accident where you had the right-of-way, contact us to discuss your case. Consultations with an accident attorney in our office are free!
California Truck Lane Restrictions
One thing that really upsets me when I am commuting to and from work is when I see big rig trucks in the fast lane. We have done a post in the past about how the left (fast) lane is solely for the purpose of passing. and being back from my road trip, most other states have it posted that you should only drive in the left lane while passing. However, if you have been stuck either behind or sandwiched between two trucks, you know my frustration. Due to my personal frustration with this, and working for an auto accident lawyer, I wanted to do my research. Below, I am going to go over California’s laws against big rig trucks driving in the left passing lane. Check with your state’s laws if you are unsure of this policy. If you need a car accident attorney in Orange County, contact us.
The Importance of Defensive Driving
Defensive driving is much different than aggressive driving; although people do get these confused. However, defensive driving is about avoiding accidents and unexpected dangers. as aggressive driving is just that; it shows aggression towards other drivers on the road. Working for an auto accident attorney in Orange County, I have personally learned so much about the importance of driving defensively. Below, we are going to go over the importance of defensive driving as well as some techniques to help you. If you are suffering from injuries due to the negligent actions of another, please contact an accident lawyer at Silverthorne Attorneys today. Consultations are free!