Car Accidents

Car Accident Attorney

Despite advances in automotive technology, car accidents remain one of the most common causes of injury in the United States. The impact of a car crash can be devastating physically, emotionally, and financially.

Patzkowski Law is here to help you get your life back on track after a car accident. We work one-on-one with each of our clients to provide care and support every step of the way. When you choose Patzkowski Law to represent you, we handle all communication with the insurance companies for you, assist you with your vehicle damage claim, and take diligent care of all aspects of your injury case. Our track record of top results and five star reviews speaks for itself.
Personalized handling of your car accident personal injury case
CAUSES OF CAR ACCIDENTS:

After a car accident, it is important to investigate and determine fault for the crash. This is sometimes straightforward, with one reckless driver completely to blame for the crash. In other cases, there may be multiple different people whose actions contributed to the crash occurring, sometimes in ways that are not immediately obvious.

California law allows for comparative negligence, meaning that each person who contributed to a crash can be assigned a percentage of fault. Especially when a car accident results in serious injuries or death, a full investigation of the crash and assessment of everyone who contributed to causing it is critical.

The most common cause of car accidents in California is negligent driving. Negligent behaviors that could lead to car accidents include distracted driving, driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and reckless driving. Reckless driving can include speeding, running a red light or stop sign, or attempting a turn when it isn’t safe to turn. Distracted driving can involve texting/cell phone use while driving, eating or drinking while driving, or distracting interactions with passengers.

An experienced personal injury attorney will help you investigate and prove who is at fault for a crash. The sooner your attorney can get to work after the crash the better, while evidence is still fresh. The primary sources of information about the causes of a crash are the damage to the vehicles involved, statements from the people involved and any witnesses, the crash site/scene and any debris, car parts, or skid marks left there, and video from security cameras or dashcams. Memories fade and video footage may be recorded over, so securing this evidence right away is essential.

TYPES OF CAR ACCIDENT CLAIMS WE HANDLE:

  • DUI Accidents (Alcohol or Drugs)
  • Texting/Cell Phone Use While Driving
  • Rear End Accidents
  • Unsafe Left Turns
  • Head-On Collisions
  • Unsafe U-Turns
  • Driving While Tired
  • Rollover Collisions
  • Uber/Lyft/Postmates Accidents
  • T-Bone Accidents
  • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims
  • And More

COMMON TYPES OF CAR ACCIDENT INJURIES:

  • Fractures and Broken Bones
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Neck and Back Pain (Cervical and Lumbar)
  • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
  • Shoulder and Wrist Injuries
  • Hip, Knee, and Ankle Injuries
  • Cuts, Bruising, and Burns
  • Internal Bleeding
  • Whiplash Injuries
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Wrongful Death

What to Do When You are Injured in a Car Accident:

  1. Call the police so they write a Traffic Collision Report.
  2. Secure auto insurance and contact information from everyone involved in the car accident. Make sure to also get contact information for all witnesses.
  3. take photos of all vehicles involved, your injuries, and the scene if possible.
  4. seek immediate medical attention for your injuries.
  5. Call Patzkowski Law at (949) 342-5120 for a free consultation.

Proven Success:

Settlement Amount
$1,300,000 Vehicle Accident

CONFIDENTIAL TERMS

Settlement Amount
$500,000 Vehicle Accident

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5 STAR YELP REVIEW

“Blaise represented me after I was side swiped and then rear ended on the freeway, did months of physical therapy, and then... of course... got T-boned the day before my scheduled MRI of my hip. I eventually needed to have labial repair surgery on my hip, making the lawsuits a bit messy because each party blamed the other accident for my injury. Blaise did an amazing job navigating through everything, handling the cases, and reaching good resolutions. As a litigator myself (and super Type A controlling), it was initially hard for me to sit back, relax and let another lawyer take charge - especially when the cases were about me. But I felt so, so comfortable with Blaise and confident in his skills and ability that I was quickly able to take a back seat in the litigation and trust him without looking over his shoulder. Highly recommend Blaise for your personal injury needs! He's smart, professional, kind, and experienced.... you couldn't ask for more!”

-Carly in Huntington Beach, CA

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Blaise Patzkowski has been helping
Orange County, Los Angeles, and Inland Empire accident victims for over ten years.
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