San Bernardino Car Accident Lawyers

In 2017, San Bernardino County saw 15,104 victims killed and injured in motor vehicle accidents, according to the California Office of Traffic Safety. About 1,600 of these accidents involved alcohol and almost 700 involved pedestrians. Across the state of California, more than 2,500 traffic fatalities occur each year, and over 225,000 accidents result in severe injury. Approximately 50% of those injured permanently lose some functionality or sustain more serious disabilities. As the number of vehicle miles traveled increases in California each year, accidents and injuries become more commonplace. If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, you are far from alone our San Bernardino personal injury lawyers can help you and your family recover after an accident has severely affected your life.

Use our free consultation offer to find out if you’re eligible for compensation today.

Meet Brian Panish, Adam K. Shea & Rahul Ravipudi – Your San Bernardino Car Accident Lawyers

At Panish | Shea| Ravipudi LLP, our partners Brian Panish, Adam K. Shea & Rahul Ravipudi have consistently earned recognition for excellence from fellow trial lawyers, legal organizations, and national publications. The firm has been honored with a “Tier 1” ranking in Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®, the highest level awarded. Additionally, the National Law Journal ranks us among the nation’s top 12 Plaintiff’s law firms.

With billions secured in settlements by our top San Bernardino accident attorneys lawyers, we’re confident we can handle any case you have for us. Following a motor vehicle accident, let us help you receive the compensation you deserve.

What are the Chances of Winning My Case With Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP Attorneys?

Some of the top-ranking lawyers in the country can be found at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP. We provide some of the most experienced and acclaimed lawyers who have secured more than $10 billion in verdicts and settlements. We have successfully filed a $4.9 billion auto product liability case against General Motors and won a $58 million verdict when a man was burned after his construction vehicle caught on fire. A case involving tire tread separation resulted in $55.4 million in compensation.

Our San Bernardino car accident attorneys have been featured on Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News and World Report and won the 2014 Top Ranked Law Firms award. We are supported by the American Board of Trial Advocates and have also been recognized by LexisNexis peer review ratings and Super Lawyers.

How Many Vehicle Collisions Occur in San Bernardino County Each Year?

Although San Bernardino was named the nation’s 166th safest city for driving by Allstate, in 2019. In 2018 the county of San Bernardino saw 171 people killed and injured in single-vehicle crashes. Most of these accidents occurred along the I-215 between the I-10 and State 210 freeways which are heavily trafficked, making accidents almost unavoidable.

A couple of fatalities occur almost annually in the Perris Hill and Badger Hill areas. Another hot spot for vehicle collisions is the area toward Rialto that includes West Baseline, Highway 66, and West Rialto Avenue. Accidents also happen regularly in Colton along the freeways, with the intersections at particularly high risk.

In the event that you were involved in an accident on a motorcycle, our motorcycle accident attorneys in San Bernardino have your back.

What Should I Do After a Car Accident In San Bernardino?

• Stop. California state law says that you must stop after an accident, otherwise, you may be charged with a hit and run, regardless of who was at fault. If the accident involves a parked car or other property, you must leave a note with all of your information.
• If you have been injured, seek prompt medical attention. If an accident causes serious injury or death, you must call the CHP.
• Exchange information with the other driver, including your name, address, driver’s license number, and vehicle identification number.
• Do not voluntarily admit or deny who was to blame for the accident. Do not sign or agree to make any sort of payment. First, speak with your insurance provider and/or car accident attorney before saying anything to the police.
• Gather information at the scene and take pictures. The more concrete information you have about the circumstances surrounding your accident, the better your chances will be in court.
• Speak with your insurance company. If the other driver is at fault, you may be entitled to compensation.
• Speak with a personal injury attorney. If you are not satisfied with the amount offered by insurance for the accident, you may want to sue. Be sure to consult with your council to explore your options.

Do I Need A San Bernardino Car Accident Attorney?

If you have been involved in a car accident, a lot runs through your mind. You have insurance companies to talk to, medical expenses to pay, income loss anxiety, and more. On top of recovering from your injuries, the stress can be exhausting. If you have sustained up to $15,000 or more in losses of any kind, from injuries to employment absence, you may have a case for filing a lawsuit. Our San Bernardino car accident lawyers can assess your situation and formulate a case.

If you have to appear in court, you will have to learn procedures yourself, spending precious time and money investigating the legal system and formulating a case. When the day comes, you will spend 5 to 10 hours before a judge representing yourself. An attorney can save you this time and provide valuable insight that can help you win your case.

Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP attorneys can assist you by taking your case as their own. We understand your situation and the financial and emotional turmoil you are going through. Our lawyers will treat you with compassion and sensitivity as we formulate a plan for winning the compensation you need to recover. If you have not been injured but have sustained some other loss, there is still an opportunity to file a claim.

If you were injured in a crash in LA, speak to our Los Angeles car accident lawyers.

What Damages Can I Recover Following A Crash?

• Medical and rehabilitation costs associated with the accident
• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of companionship due to the death of a loved one
• Property damages

If there was an accident that resulted in the death of a loved one, don’t hesitate to contact our San Bernardino wrongful death attorneys. We will help you through this trying time.

Client Review

“I always felt like the lawyers at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP were fighting for ME — my health, my children, and my future. They worried more about me – and not about how much money they were going to make. I always knew they had my back.” – Andrea Martinez

Contact The San Bernardino Car Accident Attorneys Today

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