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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 3,434 traffic fatalities in California in 2008 alone. 37 occurred in Santa Barbara County, including the areas of Goleta, Lompoc, Santa Maria, and Carpenteria. Of these 37 accidents, 19 involved alcohol and 11 involved speeding. Statistics from the NHTSA indicate that one person out of every three can expect to be injured in a car accident over the course of a lifetime. Worldwide, the NHTSA estimates that 50 million people are injured in traffic accidents each year.
The occurrence of so many accidents results in many types of injuries and far too many fatalities. Not surprisingly, auto accidents represent the most common type of personal injury lawsuit brought in the U.S. automobile accident injury in the counties of Santa Barbara and Ventura happens frequently. Car accidents have many causes, including alcohol abuse and inattentive drivers. Most auto accidents involve some kind of driver error, such as inattention caused by cell phone use and texting while driving. Seatbelt failure and defective roadways are also common causes of car accidents.
The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones if you are injured in a Santa Barbara or Ventura car accident is to hire a personal injury lawyer skilled in auto accident injury law. Your car accident lawyer can seek to recover fair compensation for you for your injuries by bringing a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf.
At Maho & Prentice, all of our Santa Barbara and Ventura personal injury attorneys know how to accurately assess value your case so you can receive appropriate compensation for your injuries. We help you seek damages for the following:
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Remember, an insurance company is not on your side. They are in business to make a profit and routinely make first offers far less than they are willing to pay. If you are injured in an auto accident, it is imperative you get the help of a knowledgeable accident law firm as soon as possible.
Please contact our Santa Barbara or Ventura accident lawyers for a free initial consultation and case evaluation. We take personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you owe no legal fees unless we recover through settlement or verdict. Call 805.618.1367 today or contact Maho & Prentice attorneys online.
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