San Francisco Car Accident Attorneys

The Matiasic Firm Has Won Millions for Accident Victims

If you were injured in a car accident, you may be eligible to seek financial compensation. However, do not make the mistake of thinking that the insurance company has your best interests at heart. It would be wise not to accept an offer from the insurance company until you have spoken with a San Francisco car accident lawyer from The Matiasic Firm. We are particularly adept at maximizing compensation for accident victims.

Pursue Maximum Compensation for Your Losses

Car accidents happen every day and in many ways—from minor fender benders in parking lots to major head-on collisions in congested intersections. Drivers are at risk every time they make the choice to get behind the wheel. Unfortunately, no matter how safely you try to operate your own vehicle, nothing can prepare you for the impending damages of a negligent motorist who has little regard for other motorists on the road.

What If I Was Partially at Fault for a Car Accident?

When you suffer injuries in a car accident caused by another driver, you must file an insurance claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company or a personal injury lawsuit directly against the at-fault driver. However, when all parties involved in a collision share fault, the state follows a “pure comparative negligence” rule. This means a plaintiff’s compensation will be reduced by their percentage of fault for causing the accident.

For example, let's say that you were involved in an accident where another driver hit you because they were texting and driving, but you were also speeding at the time of the collision. While the jury decided to give you $100,000 in total damages, they also determined that you were 20 percent at fault. Under California’s comparative negligence law, your award would be reduced by 20 percent, leaving you with $80,000.

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit in California?

Common Causes of Car Accidents in San Francisco

Car accidents are quite common in California and in other states across the nation. Unfortunately, most of these crashes are caused by driver error or negligence, which means they are preventable.

What Damages Can I Recover?

Damages is another word for compensation awarded to an injury victim. There are three main categories of damages available to seek compensation for, economic, non-economic and punitive. Economic damages compensate for economic losses such as medical expenses and missed days at work. Non-economic compensates for more abstract losses, such as pain and suffering. Since these losses can't be easily quantified these types of damages are also called general damages. The last type of damages, punitive, is different from the rest since their main purpose is to punish the negligent party, as such they are not often awarded.

Don’t Wait – Give Us a Call Now for Your Free Review

Numerous motorists in the Bay Area, and beyond, have chosen The Matiasic Firm to represent them after a serious accident. Our car accident attorneys in San Francisco have a wealth of knowledge and experience and have helped many clients achieve multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts. With our firm at your side, you can fight for the level of compensation you deserve. Call now to learn how our team can assist you.