Rancho Cordova Car Accident Lawyers
Rancho Cordova Auto Accidents
As a part of the Sacramento Metropolitan Area, Rancho Cordova is one of the largest employment centers in Sacramento County. Over 45,000 employees commute daily to Rancho Cordova, and while many commuters use the Sacramento Regional Transit, both residents and commuters alike face daily heavy traffic on their morning and evening commutes, a situation only exacerbated by the fact that the U.S. Route 50 is the only major roadway crosscutting Rancho Cordova. Driving in heavy traffic, whether through local streets or freeways, requires the driver to be especially cautious and alert. When a negligent driver causes a traffic accident, victims are entitled to compensation for damages related to the accident. If you have been involved in an accident where another party is at-fault, contact our Rancho Cordova car accident lawyers; you may be able to recover compensation for hospitalization costs, property damage, and other damages.
Causes of Traffic Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates a new car accident occurs somewhere in the United States, every 10 seconds. There are multiple causes for car accidents: fatigued driving, drunk driving and distracted driving can are some of the leading causes of traffic accidents.
Despite efforts to enforce and encourage drivers to slow down, speeding still remains the leading cause of traffic accidents. Speeders often weave in and out of lanes to cut in front of slower cars posing a serious risk to other drivers. The force of a collision at 60mph is more than double the impact of a car driving at 40mph, this is why speeding cars typically result in much more serious accidents than a car driving at the speed limit.
If a recklessly speeding driver, or another negligent driver caused your traffic accident, contact a Rancho Cordova car accident attorney can help you recover the losses and expenses associated with your accident.
Serious Car Accident Injuries
Depending on the speed and point of impact, the occupants of a vehicle can sustain major injuries in a car accident. Some types of serious injuries include:
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Multiple broken bones
- Internal organ injuries
- Severe burn injuries
- Amputation.
In the event of any of these serious injuries that can develop into a permanent disability, or in the case of a wrongful death it is necessary to entrust your case with an experienced accident attorney.
Protecting Your Rights
After a serious injury, the insurance companies of the party responsible for your injuries will try to settle as soon as they can. It is important not to agree to any settlement or offer any statement until you have consulted an experienced Rancho Cordova car accident attorney. At Estey Bomberger, our Sacramento accident attorneys have been handling serious car accident claims for over 70 combined years. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis, so all serious accident victims can have access to top attorneys without any out of pocket costs. Schedule an appointment with one of our attorneys today. All inquiries are free and confidential, learn how to protect your rights and secure your rightful compensation.