According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), every 10 seconds someone in the United States is involved in an automobile accident.  As a result, cases arising out of automobile accidents are by far the most common type of personal injury case in our court system today.   In California, these cases are typically governed by the law of negligence. Generally, people who operate automobiles must exercise "reasonable care under the circumstances." A failure to use reasonable care is considered negligence. A person who negligently operates a vehicle may be required to pay for harm to a person or property, caused by his or her negligence. The injured party, known as the plaintiff, is required to prove that the defendant was negligent, that the negligence caused the accident, and that the accident caused the plaintiff's injuries. If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, do not hesitate to seek legal counsel from a personal injury attorney experienced in automobile accident cases in order to best protect your interests. 
 
Injuries and Compensation

Generally, an individual injured in an automobile accident may bring a claim or lawsuit to recover the actual expenses associated with property damage and medical costs, economic damages, and emotional and physical pain and suffering.  Litigation involving motor vehicle accidents can be extremely complicated.  Retaining the right attorney is the first step to place you in the best position to receive the recovery that you deserve.

Robert L. Gigliotti has twenty (20) years of experience representing clients in all types of personal injury matters.

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