Auto Accident Attorneys Santa Cruz County
The attorneys at Dawson, Passafuime, Bowden & Martinez are well versed in Auto Accident and Personal Injury Law. From our office in Scotts Valley, CA we help people in Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, and surrounding Counties with all aspects of auto injuries.
Auto accidents generally occur when two of more vehicles collide. Car accidents can also occur due hazardous road conditions or obstructions. Car accidents can range from a minor collision such as a fender bender to a serious injury resulting in disability or even death. Most minor auto accidents are handled by drivers’ insurance companies, but more serious car accidents resulting in personal injury can lead to lawsuits.
An person injured in an auto accident is usually entitled to recover compensation for injuries, but many factors affect the amount of money recovered. These include whether you or the other driver are uninsured (uninsured motorist), the insurance carriers involved, the injuries involved, amount of damage to the vehicle, and negligence of the injured person (comparative fault). An injured person can recover medical expenses, property damage, and lost wages. In certain cases, the injured person can also recover for pain and suffering and emotional distress.
Dawson, Passafuime, Bowden & Martinez, our auto accident attorneys can help you get compensation for your auto injury. They can make sure that you receive proper medical care for your injuries and ensure that all or your injuries are properly documents so you can be fully compensated.