Martinez CAR ACCIDENT INJURY LAWYER

Car Accidents, The Leading Causes of Injury and Death

Car accidents are one of the leading causes of injury and death throughout Martinez California. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 5.5 million motor vehicle accidents occur in the United States each year. In 2009, 28 percent of all motor vehicle accidents resulted in injury and there were 3,081 fatalities in California alone.

Victims of car accidents suffer from physical injuries and trauma which can lead to long-term medical complications, expensive medical bills, lengthy hospital stays, and significant lost time from work. Some common car accident injuries are broken bones, lacerations, scrapes, bruises and back pain. Whiplash is a very common car accident injury where the victim's head is thrown forward and backward from the force of a collision. Afterwards, the victim experiences neck pain and stiffness, making it difficult to turn the head. These symptoms can either subside or remain permanently.

Injuries to the spine can also occur in a car crash - a herniated disc can occur when the cartilaginous discs located in the spine become damaged and start to press down on the nerves in the spinal cord. As herniated disc results in back pain, tingling or numbness in the arms or legs - or in serious cases, the person feels numbness in both legs and loses bowel control. Car accident victims may also suffer from broken bones and internal bleeding as a result of damage to the kidneys, liver or other internal organs. Severe injuries such as brain or spinal cord injuries can cause permanent brain damage and/or paralysis, debilitating the victim and hindering his or her ability to lead a normal life.

If you or someone you love was injured in a Martinez car accident because of another's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for medical costs, lost wages, vehicle damage, pain and suffering, permanent injury and disfigurement, and legal costs. Furthermore, if you have suffered the loss of a loved one due to a car accident, you may be able to bring a wrongful death claim and win compensation for loss of support and companionship, loss of potential income, and emotional distress.

California imposes a statute of limitations on bringing a lawsuit; therefore, if you have been involved in an accident, it is important to find an experienced car accident attorney as soon as possible. For over 24 years, Martinez personal injury attorney the Law Office of Frederick J. Sette has successfully handled a variety of car accident lawsuits for clients in Martinez and throughout California. Martinez car accident attorney Frederick J. Sette is dedicated to providing quality legal representation through open, honest communication and a personalized approach with each client. Furthermore, we work on a contingency fee basis, so we don't change you any fees unless we win.

To schedule a free consultation with an experienced Martinez personal injury attorney, please call us at (707) 778-7444 or fill out and submit our online Contact Us form for a free confidential case evaluation.