Accidents on Los Angeles freeways, neighborhood roads, or any public and private property can happen instantly. While most people have some car insurance, nobody plans to be in a car accident. In the blink of an eye, many Los Angeles residents suffer fatal and life-altering injuries as the result of another person’s negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct.
In every motor vehicle accident case, Los Angeles accident attorney Howard Craig Kornberg will take the time to understand what you are facing by listening attentively to your account of what happened. He also takes an interest in understanding your medical history and care. He respects your best interests and will find ways to resolve the case efficiently.
Win your case in Los Angeles
We strive to win your case at the Law Offices of Howard Kornberg. Los Angeles motor vehicle accident lawyer Howard Craig Kornberg is well-known throughout the legal community as a highly talented trial lawyer who comes to court prepared to win. We leverage our reputation and the strength of our case when negotiating with the insurance companies, the truck industry, and our adversaries. We back that up with exceptional courtroom advocacy when necessary to obtain optimal results. Our goal is always set on winning.
We obtain compensation on your behalf
We have a track record of success, winning fair and just compensation across the spectrum of motor vehicle accident cases, including:
Pedestrian accidents: Pedestrians are no match for a moving vehicle. Pedestrian victims can experience catastrophic injuries. Let us unravel the complex insurance coverage, fault, and liability issues that a pedestrian accident can present.
Truck accidents: Even a brush with a big rig can be harrowing. But when a commercial vehicle or 18-wheeler is involved in a wreck, truck accident injuries are among the most devastating and often result in fatalities. We fervently take on big business, multinationals, global transportation, and motor carriers to hold all negligent parties accountable.
Bus and mass transit accidents: Government-operated buses, trains, metro rail, private tour buses, light rail, and subway accidents require the help of an experienced lawyer who knows the nuances of preparing and building a solid case when mass transit accidents cause personal injury.
Car accidents: Wrecks on the road are a leading cause of severe injury and wrongful death. We will take the burdens of fighting the insurance companies and government entities following a car accident injury to allow you to focus on your and your family’s physical and emotional recovery.
Motorcycle accidents: Motorcyclists and their passengers are entitled to respect on the road. When a rider or passenger is injured in a motorcycle wreck, we help to ensure that they are treated with dignity in battling the insurance companies and negligent drivers to obtain total and fair compensation.
Golf cart, Segway, scooter, and motorized vehicle accidents: Our full-service Los Angeles injury law firm has substantial experience obtaining results for victims of golf cart accidents, Segway accidents, and all motorized vehicles.
Bicycle accidents: We stand firm for the rights of cyclists injured in bicycle accidents. Drivers and insurance companies regularly seek to blame bike riders for their injuries. Do not take chances. Hire an experienced motor vehicle accident attorney in Los Angeles to handle your bike accident.
How often do motor vehicle accidents occur in our area?
Our Los Angeles car accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Howard Kornberg are regularly asked: How often do motor vehicle accidents occur?
Many car accident victims are put at ease knowing that they are not the only ones going through the often complicated aftermath of a car accident. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, we can see that there were more than 272,000 total injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents across the state during the latest year of data available. Unfortunately, more than 3,600 people lost their lives in these incidents. Breaking down the statistics a bit further, we can see that motor vehicle accidents also led to the following:
- More than 11,000 bicyclist injuries
- More than 14,000 Pedestrian injuries
- Nearly 14,000 motorcyclist injuries
What are the most common injuries sustained in a Los Angeles motor vehicle accident?
Sustaining an injury in a Los Angeles car accident can be a scary experience for victims. These injuries can also lead to extensive setbacks in a person’s life. At the Law Offices of Howard Kornberg, we regularly help clients who have sustained the following injuries in the aftermath of a Los Angeles motor vehicle accident:
- Broken and dislocated bones
- Spinal cord injuries with paralysis
- Other neck or back injuries
- Open head injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Internal bleeding
- Severe lacerations
- Amputation injuries
- Crush injuries
Each of these injuries, and others sustained in an accident, can lead to a victim needing extensive emergency and ongoing medical care. What many people do not talk about or consider are the more long-term effects that a Los Angeles car accident injury has on victims.
In many cases, the attorneys at the Law Offices of Howard Kornberg help victims who have sustained significant scarring or disfigurement as a result of their injuries. We also regularly assist victims who are suffering from long-term emotional and psychological trauma caused by the crash itself and the subsequent injuries. These “hidden” injuries may not be as visible, but they are no less severe.
What kind of compensation is available for a Los Angeles motor vehicle accident case?
If you or somebody you love has sustained an injury in a Los Angeles traffic accident, various types of compensation may be available for your claim. The Los Angeles motor vehicle accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Howard Kornberg have extensive experience helping clients recover the following:
- Coverage of all medical bills related to the crash
- Lost income if a victim cannot work while they recover
- Loss of future earnings or future earning potential in cases of disability
- Any household out-of-pocket expenses caused by the injury
- Loss of personal enjoyment damages
- Pain and suffering damages
- Property damage expenses
- Possible punitive damages against a grossly negligent driver
The total amount of compensation available in the aftermath of a Los Angeles car accident will vary depending on the facts related to each case. This includes the severity of the crash-related injuries, whether the victim contributed to the crash in any way, the amount of pain and suffering a victim sustains, the length of the recovery, and more.
Los Angeles motor vehicle accident attorney representing you
If you or a loved one has been injured on a Los Angeles road, you deserve to have a Los Angeles motor vehicle accident lawyer in your corner who truly cares about your recovery and future. Call us today and schedule your initial case evaluation with attorney Howard Craig Kornberg.
