Sonoma County Personal Injury Attorney

Petaluma Car Accident Lawyer

For a person who has been involved in a rear-end accident, it may be difficult to attempt to deal with the resulting insurance claim, medical expenses, missed work and hassle of attempting to deal with a rental car and other issues that may arise. In a situation where you are already dealing with the physical injuries caused by the accident, you are also dealing with financially and emotionally trying matter. That is why we recommend that you consult with a Sonoma County car accident lawyer as early as possible.  

Talking to an attorney early in the process gives a rear-end accident victim the opportunity to discuss the situation with a competent legal professional who can offer honest, clear advice and guidance. With the proper information, the victim can make informed choices about his or her case moving forward, including whether to hire an attorney in the first place.

Injured in a rear-end accident?

Rear-end accidents are the most common type of car accident. These typically involve two vehicles, one in front of the other. The front end of the second vehicle collides with the back end of the first vehicle, and this is a rear-end collision. Following too closely, speeding, slick roadways and driver distraction are common contributing factors to rear-end accidents. Fault usually lies with the driver of the second vehicle, but there are situations where the driver of the first vehicle would be partially or wholly at fault. As such, whether you were the driver of the first or second vehicle it is important to involve an attorney who can investigate the matter and determine how to prove that you were not at fault.

It costs nothing to undergo an initial case review with a lawyer at our law offices. Additionally, we will handle your rear-end accident claim or lawsuit at no cost to you unless we win the case.

Contact a Sonoma County personal injury attorney at our law firm today!