Nipomo Auto Accidents Attorneys - James McKiernan Lawyers

Nipomo Car Accident Lawyers

According to the California Highway Patrol, 2,739 persons were killed in auto accidents in 2010, and 229,354 more were injured. This means that on average, one person was injured in a motor vehicle accident every two minutes and 17 seconds. From Lompoc, Nipomo and even Paso Robles, the Nipomo automobile accident attorneys at James McKiernan Lawyers help people all along the Central Coast who have been injured in automobile accidents to recover compensation for their injuries from careless and negligent drivers or other responsible parties.

What Are Some Common Causes of Auto Accidents?

The best way to avoid a car accident is to understand how accidents commonly happen. A Nipomo auto accident lawyer from our firm is ready to explain some of the major causes of motor vehicle wrecks. Knowledge is power, and these tips for the road may keep you safer next time you travel ― whether a short commute to work or a longer trip to visit family and friends. Keep an eye out for these unsafe drivers, and be sure to avoid these behaviors yourself:

Defensive driving, good observation, and common sense can help drivers avoid collisions on the road. No one is 100% protected, but exercising caution, not driving under the influence, or participating in distracted driving can significantly reduce the chances of being involved in a car accident. Nipomo auto accident lawyers from James McKiernan Lawyers provide tips on how to stay safe on the road. The following are behaviors to avoid:

Driver fatigue ― Drowsy driving leads to drifting vehicles, varying road speeds, and bad decision-making.
Aggressive driving ― Aggressive drivers tend to tailgate, flash their lights, fail to yield, disregard traffic signals, or display rude or aggressive behavior. Do not engage aggressive drivers, and call 911 if a driver is behaving in an overtly dangerous way.
Drunk driving or driving under the influence ― Drunk drivers kill about 16,000 people per year.
Distracted drivers ― Distracted driving behaviors include texting, talking on a mobile phone, rubbernecking, and adjusting technologies such as radio, GPS, etc.
Speeding ― Speeding increases the risk of crashing and reduces the time necessary to avoid a crash.

Important Information About Nipomo Car Accidents

California law requires all drivers to carry proof of financial responsibility in the event they are to blame in causing a car accident. Most people meet this requirement by carrying liability insurance to cover them in case of a crash. The minimum liability limits in the law are 15/30/5 – $15,000 for personal injury to one person, $30,000 for personal injury to more than one person, and $5,000 for property damage. Obviously, if any kind of serious injury has occurred, then these minimum amounts may not be sufficient to cover the injured person’s medical expenses and other damages.

With truck accidents in particular, we frequently see auto versus truck collisions that cause significant damage exceeding these minimum policy limits. There are, however, situations where insurers can be made to pay more than the policy limits or where your own insurance can make up for an uninsured or under insured driver. Our experienced car accident attorneys in Nipomo are familiar with all of the options available to maximize recoveries for victims of auto accidents.

Common Car Accident Injuries

Even minor car accidents can cause an injury. Bigger accidents can cause severe injuries like:

Broken Bones
Spinal Cord Damage
Broken Neck
Broken Back
Burns
Deep Cuts

Contact Our Nipomo Auto Accidents Lawyer

At James McKiernan Lawyers, we conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident, including identifying all responsible parties and establishing a comprehensive estimate of future medical costs and other damages. We believe everybody has the right to excellent representation, even if the case is going to be difficult.

Our office has successfully taken on difficult and challenging cases that other lawyers thought could not be won. If you have been injured in a Nipomo automobile accident, contact James McKiernan Lawyers for a free consultation with a top-quality auto accidents lawyer in Nipomo to discuss your best options to receive compensation for your injuries. Contact our accident injury lawyers in San Luis Obispo, CA for more legal help.

We Also Serve the Following Practice Areas in the Nipomo

Let’s WIN Your Case NOW!

Let us CALL or ZOOM you.

Full Name*
Phone Number*
Email*
Injury Type
- Auto Accident
- Slip & Fall
- Dog Bite
- Product Injury
- Brain Injury
- Sexual Harassment
- Wrongful Death
- Other
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Source
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Campaign
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Keyword
This field is hidden when viewing the form
Medium
Name
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

400 + 5 Star Reviews!

Kristopher R.

Chances are you’re here because you or someone close to you has been hurt. Your life has been turned upside down. The “it’ll never happen to me” mentality gets thrown out the window- No pun intended. And chances are you know someone who knows some lawyer who did a thing and blah blah blah. [READ MORE]

Jamie Lee

They handled my case involving a car accident. They’re extremely polite and professional. Any questions I had they addressed them immediately, I never had to wait for a reply. Everything about my experience with this firm has been the absolute best. I without a doubt recommend them [READ MORE]

Charlie Criner

5 Stars! Outstanding firm dedicated to “righting wrongs” for people in need! So glad I contacted [READ MORE]

Hilary H

I am so pleased with James Mckiernan and associates! We had the pleasure of Robert Bell, and he was amazing!! He helped us out tremendously, and would highly recommend him again. Thank you so [READ MORE]

Howard Harvey

Mr. John Hayes had assisted my wife in a settlement and help take good care of her accident claim. He helped to ensure that she receive full compensation through recourse of mediation and gave her security that she was being led in a rightful [READ MORE]