Santa Ana Accident Lawyers

Experiencing an injury can lead to substantial medical costs and lost wages in the present and earnings in the future, and if your injury was caused by the negligence of another party, you could be entitled to compensation. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car, motorcycle, truck, or bicycle accident, the dedicated Santa Ana accident lawyers with a track record of success from the Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian can support the best possible outcome in your case. Your initial consultation is free, we only get paid if we win, and connecting to see how we can help is only a phone call away.

Traffic Accidents

Our Santa Ana accident lawyers represent individuals and families after all types of traffic accidents in Southern California. No matter what happened, if you or a loved one was seriously injured in a traffic accident and you have any reason to suspect that someone else may be to blame, you should talk to a personal injury lawyer about your legal rights promptly. Accident victims have clear legal rights under California law, and an experienced lawyer will be able to help you seek just compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses.

We have experience helping accident victims and their families recover just compensation in cases involving:

Car Accidents in Santa Ana

One of the most common causes of personal injuries is car accidents, and if you have been injured in one caused by someone or something else, you could be entitled to damages. While not all car accidents are reported to the police and recorded in official statistics, it is helpful to call the police to create a report as it can be helpful as evidence later in your claim for damages.

According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, in 2022 alone, there were 1,679 accidents in that led to injuries or fatalities, of which 126 were alcohol related. If you or a loved one has been injured or worse in a car accident that was caused by someone or something else, such as a vehicle malfunction, you could be entitled to compensation for the medical costs, lost earnings, and pain and suffering associated with the accident.

Some of the most common causes of car accidents include:

Distracted driving – when a driver engages in any activity that visually, mentally, or manually impairs them from driving, they are engaging in distracted driving. One of the most common forms of distracted driving is using a hand-held cell phone driving, which is illegal according to the CA OTS. When a driver is engaging in distracted driving they are incapable of responding to conditions on the road and can engage in hazardous driving that directly or indirectly results in accidents.
Drunk driving – all drunk driving is illegal, and if you were hit by a drunk driver in California, they will be liable for the damages that you have experienced.
Aggressive driving and speeding – When drivers are engaging in activities on the road that violate the law, they are being what is known as “negligent per se”, which means that because they are breaking the law, they are by default negligent in their behavior. If a driver was speeding, ran a stop sign or red light, or engaged in other illegal aggressive driving behaviors, they will be responsible for your injuries.
Tailgating – Drivers who are tailgating are far more likely to cause a rear-end collision in heavy traffic or in the event of a sudden stop. Tailgating is dangerous for two reasons: First, it limits the driver’s ability to see the road ahead, meaning that he or she is less able to identify potential emergency scenarios. Second, it reduces the driver’s braking distance, meaning that he or she may not be able to stop in time to avoid a collision.
Unsafe lane changes – When changing lanes, drivers need to be absolutely certain that they are not putting others in harm’s way. This means not only checking their mirrors (or cameras), but also checking their blind spots. Blind spot monitors don’t always work, and relying on mirrors, cameras, monitors, or self-driving technology is not an excuse for causing a collision.
Merging or turning dangerously – The same is true when it comes to merging and turning. All drivers in California have a legal duty to ensure that they are being safe and following the rules of the road. If a driver merges without looking or turns dangerously in front of oncoming traffic, this will provide accident victims with clear grounds to seek just compensation.
Falling asleep behind the wheel – Drowsy driving can be just as dangerous as drunk driving, but it becomes even more dangerous when drivers fall asleep behind the wheel. If you or a loved one got hit by a driver who was asleep at the wheel, our Santa Ana accident lawyers can do what it takes to seek the full financial compensation you and your family deserve. California law does not allow drivers to sleep at the wheel of self-driving vehicles—and, here too, relying on a vehicle’s technological capabilities is not an excuse for harming others.
Vehicle defects and failures – Along with driving errors, vehicle defects and failures can also entitle accident victims and their families to just compensation for their medical expenses and other losses. This includes both defects and failures that cause accidents (i.e., brake and tire failures) and those that cause accident-related injuries (i.e., defective airbags). When our Santa Ana accident lawyers investigate your car accident case, we will work to identify all claims we can assert on your behalf.
Roadway hazards – Roadway hazards that cause accidents can entitle accident victims and their families to just compensation as well. This includes everything from potholes and sinkholes to dangerous construction zones. In some cases, filing a claim for a roadway hazard will involve seeking just compensation from a construction contractor. In others, it will involve seeking just compensation from a state or local government agency. In either case, it is important to act quickly, and it is important to have a highly experienced personal injury lawyer on your side.

If you have been injured in a car accident, or any other kind of accident, our experienced attorneys are familiar with the local courts, their procedures, and how they apply law to cases. This kind of experience is invaluable when navigating your personal injury claim linked to the accident, and we have it.

Santa Ana Motorcycle Accidents

Being mindful of other vehicles on the road is a duty that is shared by all drivers in California, whether those vehicles are motorcycles, other cars, trucks, or pedestrians. As noted by the CA OTS, in 2022, there were 57 motorcycle accidents in Santa Ana that resulted in fatalities or injuries. Common causes of motorcycle accidents are:

Motorcycles can be more difficult to see on the road, but that does not mean that drivers are freed from the responsibility of looking out for motorcyclists. If you or a loved one has experienced life-altering, long-term injuries following a motorcycle accident caused by the negligence of another party, the Santa Ana accident lawyers from the Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian are standing by to review your case.

Truck Accidents in Santa Ana

According to the California Highway Patrol, there were 6,038 accidents and 334 fatalities involving trucks on the roads of CA in 2020. Of these, 96 fatal crashes involved a truck or truck tractor, with the truck driver at fault in 33 of these accidents; and 222 fatal accidents involved a truck or truck tractor with trailer, with the truck driver at fault in 55 of these accidents. A careful review of the facts and circumstances of your case, provided by through requests for information from the opposing party and their insurance company, supports the best outcome in your claim.

Common causes of truck accidents include the same as car and motorcycle accidents above in terms of distracted driving and breaking the rules of the road, in addition to vehicle malfunctions, and drowsy driving when drivers are not given sufficient time off work.

Santa Ana Bicycle Accidents

Bicyclists fell victim to just one accident in 2020 that was recorded by CA OTS, however, this is just the number of accidents that the authorities reported. You may have experienced injuries that you felt did not require the calling of emergency services and law enforcement to take an accident report. If your bicycle accident was unreported but caused injuries due to the negligence of another party, you are still entitled to compensation, and a Santa Ana accident attorney can help.

Premises Liability Accidents

Premises-related accidents are also common causes of injuries, and they also entitle accident victims and their families to just compensation in many cases. Our Santa Ana accident lawyers represent accident victims, parents, guardians and other family members in cases involving all types of accidents occurring on both private and public property. This includes accidents occurring at locations such as:

Bars, restaurants and nightclubs
Government buildings and public parks
Hospitals, clinics and other medical facilities
Hotels, motels and vacation rentals
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities
Offices, warehouses and industrial facilities
Parking lots and parking garages
Private residences (including private swimming pools)
Private schools and public schools
Retail stores and malls
Stadiums, concert halls and other entertainment venues

In addition to handling premises liability claims against property owners and tenants, we also handle workers’ compensation claims for accident victims who have been injured on the job. If you or a loved one was injured in any of the following types of accidents, we strongly encourage you to contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation:

Slip and fall – Slip and fall accidents are among the most common causes of premises liability claims. These accidents can result in a variety of types of serious injuries, and these injuries can lead to long, difficult and expensive roads to recovery.
Trip and fall – Trip and fall accidents often result in serious injuries as well. Cracked sidewalks, roots, parking blocks, merchandise in store aisles and numerous other types of trip hazards can cause injuries that justify claims for just compensation.
Fall from heights – Falls from heights can be life-altering, if not fatal. Loose and missing railings, inadequate safety protocols on construction sites, and a variety of other types of hazards can leave unsuspecting victims at risk for spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and other severe forms of trauma.
Elevator or escalator accident – While elevators and escalators offer convenience, they can also be extremely dangerous if they are not manufactured, installed and maintained properly. Elevator and escalator accidents are far more common than most people realize; and, tragically, they often result in disfiguring, disabling, and other life-altering and life-threatening injuries.

Any other type of premises-related accident – From electrocutions to physical and sexual assaults facilitated by inadequate security, we handle many other types of premises-related cases in Southern California as well. If you have any questions about your legal rights, our Santa Ana accident lawyers can explain everything you need to know. Even in cases involving accidents at other people’s homes, premises liability claims are typically covered by insurance, and most successful cases end with insurance settlements without the need to go to court.

How Does My Santa Ana Accident Lawyer Help on My Case?

The first and most important role that Santa Ana accident lawyers play in the outcome of your personal injury case is proving the liability of the other party or parties involved in the case. When it comes to car, motorcycle, truck, and bicycle accidents, that will generally be the insurance company of the party at-fault for the accident.

Providing liability requires that you prove that the negligence of another party caused the accident, meaning you have facts and present them in such a way as to prove the following four elements of your case:

Duty – a party that caused an accident or incident must have had some duty towards you, such as other drivers having a responsibility to follow traffic laws, or for employers to maintain safe working conditions for employees.
Breach – the party with a duty towards you must have breached it, such as knowingly driving drunk or speeding in violation of the law or failing to abide by safety rules and regulations in the workplace.
Causation – the breach of duty by the other party must have been the cause of your injuries, for example, another driver was driving drunk and as a result of that caused the accident that resulted in injuries.
Damages – there must be damages for you to collect, including property damage to your vehicle, as well as medical and psychological treatments needed for your injuries, and any loss of wages or future earnings ability that your injuries result in.

Your Santa Ana Accident Lawyer Computes and Pursues Your Damages

Once the four elements of negligence are proven, we then must prove the full amount of damages that the accident resulted in, which we will then pursue on your behalf in your personal injury claim. Determining what you are owed for your personal injury requires the input of medical and occupational professionals.

Medical and psychological experts measure the present and future costs linked to your injuries. Occupational experts take that information to measure the impact on your present and future employment. When your injuries permanently impact your earnings ability, you are able to collect not only present lost wages but long-term lost earnings potential.

While you might not know where to begin to find such professionals who are familiar with personal injury lawsuits and the requirements of evidence, we do. Our network of medical and occupational professionals is available to provide assessments. You can only collect what you claim and what you can prove, and that is where the value of Santa Ana accident lawyers is best expressed.

Connect with a Santa Ana Accident Attorney Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian

For your risk-free, cost-free consultation on your personal injury, reach out to our firm. We take the time to review each individual case that comes our way to determine whether or not the facts of your case are a strong fit with our firm. If your case is a fit with the experience of our lawyers and firm, we will present you with an offer of representation that explains the terms of our attorney-client relationship. We are happy to answer any questions you might have.

The More Information We Have at Your Free Consultation, the Better We Can Help

It is helpful to bring as much information about your accident and injury as possible to your initial consultation. This includes:

Medical records and bills
Journal entries concerning the pain you experienced during and after the accident or incident
Records of missed work and lost wages
The opinions of medical professionals concerning how your injuries will impact your life

This is the kind of information that is essential to support your case, and you might not know how to collect it and present it in a way to win your claim. With the Santa Ana Accident Lawyers from the Law Offices of Benjamin Arenian PC on your case, we’ll do everything possible to support the best and highest outcome in your case.

Give us a call at 714-400-2000 or contact us to schedule your initial consultation.