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A car accident can change your life instantly. You may be driving to work along I-215 or heading home on Nuevo Road when a driver crashes into your vehicle. Suddenly, you’re dealing with painful injuries, medical bills, and missed work. At Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers, our Perris car accident lawyers help protect your rights and pursue fair compensation.
Call us for a free case consultation with a member of our staff. We can review your case and explain your legal options for moving forward. Find out how the personal injury lawyers serving Perris and Riverside County with Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers can help you start your recovery today.
Common Injuries After a Perris Car Accident
Crashes in Perris range from rear-end collisions at stoplights on Perris Boulevard to high-speed accidents on SR-74. Even minor crashes can cause serious harm. Injuries we often see include:
- Broken bones and fractures
- Whiplash and soft tissue injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries and herniated discs
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Cuts, burns, and scarring
Hospitals in Riverside County often see car accident patients for emergency stabilization, but some injuries require months of follow-up care. That’s why we fight for compensation that accounts not only for current bills but also for future medical needs.
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Every case is unique, but many clients pursue compensation for the following damages:
Economic Damages You May Demand
These damages have a clear financial value to them, often validated with bills, invoices, and receipts. They include such losses as the following:
- Medical expenses: Emergency room care at facilities like Menifee Global Medical Center or Riverside University Health System Medical Center, as well as any medications or surgeries
- Ongoing Healthcare: Costs of physical therapy, rehabilitation, and in-home nursing
- Lost income: Wages, bonuses, and benefits missed while recovering
- Diminished earning potential: Difference in your income if you cannot return to your job
- Property damage: Repair or replacement of your car and other property damaged in the crash
Non-Economic Damages You May Seek
These damages are subjective in that they are how your injuries have impacted on your quality of life. Though harder to determine, they are equally important. They include such items as the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and anxiety
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium
Wrongful Death Damages
If you have lost a loved one, please accept our sincere condolences. Though money can never replace your loved one, our lawyers may be able to help your family recover compensation for such losses as:
- Funeral and burial or cremation costs
- Loss of financial support
- Loss of companionship
Attorney Ryan Sargent and his team will work with medical and financial experts to determine the full value of your damages and present strong evidence to insurers.
Proving Negligence in Perris Car Accident Claims
To recover compensation, though, we must show four key elements were present in the car accident:
- Duty of care: The other driver had a legal obligation to operate their vehicle safely.
- Breach of duty: They violated that responsibility.
- Causation: their action or inaction caused the accident.
- Damages: You suffered measurable harm.
We support these elements with evidence, such as:
- Police reports
- Photographs of the accident scene
- Videos from traffic cameras and dash cams
- Witness statements
- Medical records
- Expert analysis
When more than one party is responsible, such as a commercial driver or government vehicle, we identify all liable parties, filing claims with each and seeking maximum compensation for your losses.
If you’ve been injured or a loved one has been killed through an act of negligence, you need the highest level of legal representation.
Schedule a Free ConsultationCalifornia Laws That Can Affect Your Perris Car Accident Claim
You will have a deadline when pursuing compensation for your losses, known as a statute of limitations. In most cases, you typically have two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit. Claims against government entities, such as accidents involving city vehicles, require a notice of claim filed within six months.
California also follows a pure comparative negligence doctrine. Under this rule, you can recover compensation even if you are partially at fault. Your recovery, though, will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
To protect your right to sue and secure evidence in your case, we advise contacting us as soon as you can.
How Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers Supports Clients
At Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers, we know that hiring a lawyer is a major decision. Here’s how we stand by our clients in Perris:
Why People in Perris Call Us
We have helped clients recover more than $40 million in verdicts and settlements. People call us because we act promptly, we provide bilingual services, and we treat every case with personal attention.
How We Help — Start to Finish
From the moment you contact us, we take over communication with insurers and begin investigating your case. We collect evidence, coordinate with your doctors, calculate damages, and negotiate for a fair settlement. If necessary, we are ready to represent you in Riverside County courts.
Free Consultations and No Upfront Costs
We provide free consultations so you can learn your options without risk. Our contingency fee structure means you pay nothing upfront; we only get paid if we win for you.
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Schedule NowWhat to Do After a Car Accident in Perris
If you are in a collision in Perris, we recommend you do the following:
- Seek medical care immediately; do not make assumptions about your health.
- Report the crash and request a police report from the Perris Sheriff’s Station or California Highway Patrol.
- Exchange details with the other driver and gather witness information.
- Document the scene, such as photos of the vehicles, injuries, and roadway.
- Don’t provide recorded statements to insurers before speaking with us.
Then, contact us. Early legal help preserves evidence and strengthens your claim.
Call Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one was hurt in a car accident in Perris, you do not have to face the legal process alone. At Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers, we provide personal attention, bilingual services, and immediate action on your case.
Call us today for a free consultation. We’re ready to start working on your case right away.
Perris Car Accident FAQs
How long does a car accident case take?
Some cases settle in a few months, while others take longer if serious injuries or litigation are involved.
Can I recover damages if I wasn’t wearing a seatbelt?
Yes, but your compensation may be reduced if the insurer argues that your injuries were worse because you weren’t buckled.
What if the other driver is uninsured?
We may be able to pursue compensation through your UM/UIM coverage and explore other liable parties.
Do most cases go to trial?
No. Most settle outside of court, but we prepare every case as if it may go to trial to give you leverage during negotiations.
