Technically, you are not legally obligated to hire a lawyer if you get into a car accident in California. However, in many cases, you’ll be better off in several ways if you hire an attorney. Seemingly minor car accident cases can result in complex legal situations. Depending on the circumstances surrounding the accident, how the vehicles were damaged, and injuries involved, you may want to hire a car accident attorney.

Why You May Need An Attorney For A Minor Car Accident

1. You may have underestimated the damages

When you’re hit by another driver, you may automatically assume that you’ll simply file a claim with your insurance company or the insurer of the other driver, get your vehicle repaired, and move on. Unfortunately, it’s not always so simple. What seems like a minor fender bender may snowball into a tangle of legal complications you won’t be able to handle solo - especially if you suffered an injury that isn't immediately apparent.

2. Your injuries were more severe than you thought

Over 2.3 million people go to the emergency room after motor vehicle-related injuries per year. Some injuries are not immediately apparent. The adrenaline rush following an accident can mask soft tissue injuries, causing you to skip seeking immediate care. If you suffered injuries that don’t present themselves for days or weeks later, it may be difficult to prove to insurers that your injuries were due to the car accident. Such injuries may require long-term treatment and rehabilitation, and an auto accident attorney can help you seek damages for the care you need.

3. You are entitled to economic and noneconomic damages

If you were injured due to the negligence of another driver, you may be eligible for compensation. You can do so through a personal injury lawsuit or insurance claim. Economic damages you may be entitled to include:

• Lost wages
• Medical bills
• Loss of earning capacity
• Property damage

Less tangible (noneconomic) damages you may receive include:

• Mental anguish
• Pain and suffering
• Diminished quality of life

Hire A Car Accident Lawyer Before It’s Too Late



It’s important to remember that you have a limited time frame to hire a car accident lawyer and file a personal injury lawsuit. If you miss California’s statute of limitations (deadline) for filing a case, you may not be able to pursue compensation for your injuries and losses. Don’t miss your opportunity for damages you may be legally entitled to. Most car accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning that they don’t get paid unless you win your case. 

Contact Us Today

If you’ve been involved in a minor car accident that was due to another party’s negligence, you shouldn’t have to take on the financial burden for your damages and injuries. The Law Office of Ball & Yorke in Ventura, California has helped thousands of car accident victims successfully obtain compensation for their injuries and damages. We work on a contingency basis, so our fee comes out of the compensation we obtain for you. Call the Law Office of Ball & Yorke today for a free initial consultation with an experienced California car accident attorney.