Category: Car Accidents

Driving a car can be a pleasant experience, but unfortunately, it also carries an element of danger. People get into car accidents all the time. Car accidents can prove fatal; according to the California Office of Traffic Safety, 3,606 deaths were recorded in the year 2019. When an accident happens, the people involved look to their respective insurance companies to help pay for immediate damages.…

If you suffered a broken wrist from a car accident caused by the negligence of another, you may wonder, How much will I get for a broken wrist settlement? The answer depends on multiple factors. Various circumstances impact the average settlement for a broken wrist sustained in a car accident in California.…

When you suffer injuries in a car accident, your injuries may not be visible to the naked eye. This fact does not mean your injuries are not genuine or valid.  Many injuries, like whiplash, don’t often appear visible to those around you. However, a whiplash injury has the potential to cause significant disruption to your life until it heals.…

Are you wondering, I was hit by a drunk driver in California, now what? How do I pay these medical bills? When you’re hit by a drunk driver, what’s the settlement process? What about all the work that I’m missing? Do I have to go through my insurance company?…

Hurt in an accident? Your California Highway Patrol Accident Report is a very important piece of evidence in court. Contact Wakeford Law today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation: (415) 569-7495

Obtaining Your CHP Crash Report

If you’ve recently been involved in a car accident on a California state highway, you might consider pursuing a legal claim against the at-fault party.…

Is California a No-Fault Insurance State for Auto Accidents?

Understandably, injured victims in a car accident want to know how to recover compensation after a car accident. Prospective clients come to us with numerous questions, including, Is California a no-fault state for car accidents? Unlike some other states, California is not a no-fault state.…

Were you hit by an uninsured driver? You don’t have to face your insurance company alone. Contact Wakeford Law today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation: (415) 569-7495

Hit By Uninsured Driver in California Overview

As a victim involved in a car accident with an uninsured driver in California, you may be concerned about the possibility of financial ruin.…

Will My Premium Go Up if I Am Not at Fault for an Accident?

One fear many motorists have after an accident is that their car insurance premiums will rise. Even when drivers are not at fault for the crash, they often fail to report the accident to their insurer because they want to avoid the dreaded jump in premium costs.…

If you sustained injuries in a collision involving a bicycle and a motor vehicle, you might wonder who was at fault for the accident and any subsequent damages suffered. Although logic might indicate that motorists are usually at fault for these types of collisions, that isn’t always the case.…

If you were hurt in a car accident in California then don’t wait to file a claim. California has a statute of limitations for car accident claims. Call The Wakeford Law Firm today for a free case evaluation: (415) 569-7495 A car accident in California could leave you on the brink of financial and personal ruin.…