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Redding is one of California's most beautiful places. With the mountains, rivers, trails, and nearby national parks, Redding has become a destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Redding is the largest city in the Shasta Cascade region and is the fourth largest city in the Sacramento Valley.
If you have been hurt in a traffic accident in Redding or elsewhere in Shasta County, hiring an experienced Redding personal injury attorney from AutoAccident.com is the best way to getting the compensation you need and deserve. Call our law firm at (530) 392-9400 or (800) 404-5400 for a free consultation to learn about your potential options for financial recovery.
Representing Injured Residents in Redding and Shasta CountyWhile law firms in Redding can handle more minor personal injury cases, many do not have the resources or the right experience to tackle a severe personal injury case. Unlike many personal injury lawyers, we don't just take any case, as we primarily handle only those that involve severe and devastating personal injuries.
Can I Afford to Hire an Injury Lawyer?We take injury cases on a contingency fee basis, and our office doesn't get paid unless and until we win your case. While this is the situation for most personal injury lawyers in Redding, many do not have the financial resources to pay for all involved in bringing a case to trial.
Our office has the financial resources to prepare and bring a personal injury case to the courtroom. Once at trial, our experience and dedication to our clients combine to create successful outcomes in our cases.
Choosing the Best Personal Injury Attorney for Your CaseIf you have been seriously injured in an accident, you are probably overwhelmed with the pain or anxiety you feel, navigating the recovery process, and maybe even figuring out your day-to-day finances if you are out of work due to your injury. One of the last things on your mind might be what Redding personal injury attorney you should choose.
The task seems daunting but having the right Redding car accident lawyer to help you deal with some of these issues is an important decision. Having the best accident attorney can help increase your chances of a successful outcome in your case. Some things you should consider when choosing a personal injury lawyer are:
- Whether the attorney is dedicated and truly cares about you and your family
- Whether the lawyer practices California personal injury law exclusively
- Whether the personal injury attorney has significant trial experience
- Whether the lawyer has a history of successfully settling or winning personal injury cases in Shasta County and throughout California
Watch the video below for tips on selecting the best personal injury lawyer for your car accident case.
Most Dangerous Intersections in Redding, CA
With major thoroughfares of Interstate 5 and State Route 299 running through Redding, it's not surprising that the city sees many motor vehicle accidents, including motorcycles, large trucks, and other commercial vehicles. Accidents occur on major highways, and catastrophic collisions happen in some of the busier intersections in town.
The most dangerous intersections include but are not limited to:
- Cypress Avenue at Bechelli Lane
- Cypress Avenue at Hilltop Drive
- Market Street at Lake Boulevard
- Market Street at Shasta Street
- Pine Street at Tehama Street
Whether a motor vehicle accident happens on a major highway or local street, it is usually due to the following:
- Ignoring the road and their surroundings.
- Driving after drinking alcohol or doing drugs.
- Driving when tired.
- Speeding during inclement weather.
- Failing to obey traffic laws.
- A mechanical issue or failure in the vehicle.
Regardless of what causes the accident, some traffic collisions result in severe and devastating injuries that can have lasting adverse effects on the injured victim's life. These injuries can include traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, lacerations, burns, and death.
We Only Handle Serious Personal Injury CasesAs personal injury attorneys serving Shasta County, we value our attorney-client relationships. We help clients obtain fair compensation for serious motor vehicle accidents and other types of injury cases that were the result of:
- Auto accidents
- Brain injuries
- Bicycle accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Defective products
- Pedestrian accidents
- Recreational or sports accidents
- Dog bites
- Slip and fall accidents
- Truck accidents
- Wrongful death
Redding Personal Injury FAQ
What should I do if I have been involved in an auto accident in Redding?
If you have been involved in a severe auto accident in Redding, you must call 911. However, if no one is injured, it may still be good to report the accident by calling the Redding Police Department at (530) 225-4200. You will be directed to press zero, and your call will be routed to dispatch at the Shasta Area Safety Communications Agency (SHASCOM). Next, seeking medical attention from a doctor or other health care provider is essential. If you have sustained severe injuries, going to the hospital immediately and seeing a health care provider is imperative for your personal well-being. First, take care of yourself and worry about hiring a Redding personal injury attorney to handle your lawsuit later.
When should I file a personal injury lawsuit in California?
Before you file a lawsuit, it is important to contact any insurance companies that might be involved to let them know that you have been injured in an accident. You will have an open claim file, and the negotiation process can begin. However, if you have to file a lawsuit, you usually have only two years from the injury date to file the suit. If the suit is against the government, that time is decreased to six months by the California Government Code Section 911.2. Thus, to preserve your injury claim, you must speak with an experienced personal injury attorney immediately after your accident.
I was injured in a car accident and have no health insurance. How do I pay for my hospital and medical expenses?
One thing to check right away is to see if you have "Medpay" insurance on your car insurance. If you do, you can submit the bills to your own auto insurance, and they will pay the bills up to the limits you have on the policy. Most people seem to have around $5000 med pay coverage, but we encourage clients to up that to at least $10,000.
Another possibility is to check to see if you qualify for the Medi-Cal program. This is an income-based program, but if you are not earning much money, you can be eligible for it, and they will even enroll you retroactively, so your bills from the accident are covered.
An excellent Redding auto accident attorney can often work with the hospital or medical provider to take a "lien" on the case, so you won't get billed.
Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Redding, CA
If you were injured in a motor vehicle collision caused by a careless driver, you would need a skilled Redding personal injury lawyer to handle your case against complex insurance companies. To learn how to get a claim started, call our law firm today at (530) 392-9400 or (800) 404-5400 for free, friendly advice.
Our law firm has practiced personal injury law exclusively in Northern California since 1982. See our successful cases of verdicts and settlements.
Editor's Note: Updated for accuracy and relevancy [cha 3.10.23]
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