After a crash, most people ask themselves, Should I get an attorney for a car accident, or can I handle this on my own? It’s a fair question. Some fender benders can be managed without legal help. But when the damage is serious—physically, financially, or emotionally—going it alone can cost you more than you think. At Wells Call Injury...
Continue ReadingIf you’re recovering from an injury caused by someone else’s mistake, you’ve probably heard the term damages. But what are economic damages exactly, and how do they affect your personal injury claim? In this post, we will provide a definition, explain why they matter, and show how they’re calculated in a California personal injury case. What Are Economic Damages...
Continue ReadingA Guide from Wells Call Law Firm When you’re injured and seeking legal help, understanding attorney fee agreements shouldn’t add to your stress. At Wells Call, we believe in complete transparency about how legal fees work. This guide explains contingency fee agreements in plain language to help you make informed decisions. What is a “Contingency Fee Agreement”? A contingency...
Continue ReadingIn California, there were 55,771 police-reported vehicle accidents in 2022. Of those accidents, 6,843 resulted in a fatality or a severe injury. If you were in a vehicle accident caused by the negligent behavior of another person or party, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and other expenses that you would not have otherwise incurred. Injuries...
Continue ReadingYou may wonder, who pays medical bills in a car accident in California? In this article, we’ll go over who pays the medical bill, how your own insurance may cover the cost, what you need to file a lawsuit, and other questions you may have. Unfortunately, care for injuries suffered in a California car accident could be extremely expensive....
Continue ReadingIt’s one of those worst-case scenarios—getting into a car crash when you don’t have insurance. Maybe your policy lapsed. Perhaps you never got one to begin with. Now you’re hurt, your car is damaged, and you’re wondering if you’re just out of luck. To make things more confusing, the other driver caused the crash. So, where does that leave...
Continue ReadingCalifornia uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage is deceptive. There is a good chance even your insurance agent doesn’t clearly understand how it works. And you almost certainly need more of it than you currently have. The reason? Your UM/UIM insurance coverage is “non-stacking” — in other words, it only gives you coverage up to a combined total maximum benefit...
Continue ReadingWhen there is an accident involving someone not in a car but walking down the street, many focus on the rights of the pedestrian. But if you are the driver, you may wonder what the consequences are for accidentally hitting a pedestrian. So, what happens if you hit someone with your car by accident? When the unthinkable happens, and...
Continue ReadingAccording to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 38,000 people in the U.S. died in car accidents in 2020. In California, the number tops 3,558 — five times the national average. Driver error causes the majority of these car accidents. However, the type of car a person drives is often responsible for whether they...
Continue ReadingIf you were in a car accident that was caused by someone else, you are entitled to compensation. You should not have to be financially responsible for the negligence of another driver. Driver error is the leading cause of car accidents in California. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, in 2019, there were 2,740,000 car accidents in the U.S....
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