Watsonville Personal Injury Lawyers

Accidents and Injuries in the Watsonville Area

Throughout our experience, we have seen several different accidents and injuries.

Here are some accidents and injuries that might happen in Watsonville:

• Car accidents on 152
• Motorcycle accident on Highway 1
• Truck crashes on 129
• Slip and falls in Safeway

Common Injuries Stemming From Watsonville Accidents

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord and back injuries
• Limb injuries
• Fractured or broken bones
• Whiplash
• Head or skull injuries
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Burns
• Muscle Injuries
• Birth Injuries
• Organ damage
• Internal injuries

Handling a Wide Range of Personal Injury Claims

We handle a wide range of personal injury claims at Silva Injury Law. We do this because our clients mean a lot to us, and we aim to be well-versed in helping various people in different situations. Below are only some of the many injury claims we can handle.

Car accident claims

Individuals who suffer injuries in a car accident may file car accident claims. Car accidents typically result from driver negligence. This means that a driver drove carelessly, recklessly, or violated traffic laws. Sometimes, drivers may also be intoxicated, distracted, or speeding. When drivers get behind the wheel, they must uphold the laws, remain alert, and pay attention. However, when that does not happen, car accident claims emerge.

Motorcycle accident claims

Motorcycles are much smaller than automobiles and trucks. This size differential makes it easy not to notice them, but this is no excuse for drivers not to be vigilant.

When automobile or truck drivers do not check their blind spots and decide to make a turn or switch lanes, they may collide with a motorcycle simply trying to share the road, which the law allows them to do. Motorcyclists do not have the same protection as other motor vehicles, making them more prone to severe injuries when accidents occur.

Truck accident claims

It is no secret that 18-wheelers and semi-trucks are much larger, heavier, and more intimidating than regular vehicles. Large trucks have heavy loads, which makes it more difficult to slow down and stop. Therefore, truck accidents occur if truck drivers speed, ignore their surroundings, or make other mistakes. We are ready to handle our client’s truck accident claims when these accidents occur.

Pedestrian accident claims

Whether you are in a big city or a small rural town, pedestrian accidents occur every single day. So, when pedestrians do something as simple as crossing the street, they can risk their lives. Drivers must pay attention, let pedestrians cross, and always obey traffic signs and lights. When they fail to do so, they can cause life-threatening injuries.

Bicycle accident claims

Some cyclists enjoy riding their bicycles for fun, while others ride for exercise. Some people may even use their bicycles as their primary form of transportation.

Sadly, any bicyclist knows the many risks they will face within even a short bike ride. Drivers become impatient, frustrated, or ignore bicyclists.

Our attorneys know that bicyclists have rights like any other vehicle, and we are happy to stand up for these rights and help you with your bicycle accident claim.

Premises liability claims

When you visit someone’s home, a hotel, a store, or any other type of business or property, the owner must maintain the property, keep it safe and hazard-free, and warn visitors about any dangerous conditions before they enter. If this does not happen, you may suffer injuries and have a premises liability claim. This claim arises because you have a right to safety on other people’s premises, and their negligence can affect your future in many costly ways.

Slip and fall accident claims

No matter if you go to the grocery store, the mall, a gas station, a hotel, or a theater, you should find no spills or tripping hazards on the floor. If you do, a caution sign should warn them about it. People can slip, fall, and suffer injuries when this does not happen.

Slips and falls can result in surprisingly serious and costly injuries. If this has happened to you, you may be eligible to file a slip and fall claim.

Wrongful death accident claims

Wrongful death claims occur when an individual dies because of a negligent or wrongful act of another person—for example, a car accident due to a distracted driver or an intentional violent assault. If your close family member dies due to someone else’s conduct, Silva Injury Law can compassionately help you file a wrongful death accident claim and handle every step of the process.

Personal Injury Representation You Can Trust

Silva Injury Law works hard to help our clients in Watsonville, California. We take great pride in making the legal process easier for clients and ensuring they do not face any issues alone. From the moment you schedule your free consultation until the very end, we will stay by your side, handle your case, and remain available whenever needed.

Each of our personal injury lawyers at Silva Injury Law has one ultimate goal: to make our clients’ experience with the legal process seamless and stress-free. Therefore, no matter what type of injury you have, we promise to do everything in our power to fight for your rights and not back down until your story gets heard.

How the Right Watsonville Personal Injury Attorney Can Help

It is common for personal injury victims to wonder whether they should call a lawyer or handle their claim alone. This unintended late arrival happens because personal injury cases involve complex challenges.

Therefore, if you go through this process without the proper representation, you may receive a settlement that is less than you deserve.

If you accept that settlement, you are waiving the right to seek more compensation from the responsible party. This closed door means the bills and expenses you cannot pay with your compensation become your responsibility.

However, if you decide to work with the right Watsonville personal injury attorney, we can help you with your claim in various ways, including:

• Determining who is responsible for your accident and injuries
• Calculating your losses and damages from your accident and injuries
• Building a solid case and standing up to insurance companies and the defendant’s legal team
• Holding the responsible party accountable for their negligence
• Doing our absolute best to ensure that justice gets served

What If You Cannot Afford to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?

After an injury, it is common for clients to wonder what will happen if they cannot afford to hire a personal injury lawyer. The good news is that most personal injury lawyers, such as Silva Injury Law, will take you on as a client with no upfront costs. This arrangement is a contingency fee agreement.

Silva Injury Law will schedule your consultation for free. This consultation is to meet with you and better understand your experience and what your personal injury claim entails. Not only is your consultation free, but we will also begin pursuing compensation immediately at no cost if we believe your claim is viable. Ultimately, we will only charge you our fees if you win any compensation.

Our clients can speak to or hire a personal injury lawyer without financial impact. A contingency fee will cover all expenses from the beginning of your case to the resolution.

Under this type of agreement, here is what is covered:

• We will look over your case and determine if it is viable.
• We will investigate the cause of your injury.
• We will collect the needed evidence to support your claim.
• We will calculate your losses and damages.
• We will take care of all upfront costs.
• We will fight for your rights and negotiate a fair settlement.

Under a contingency agreement, your attorney receives fees when you receive your awarded compensation. However, your selected lawyer should always let you know the expected percentage and how you will pay once a settlement occurs before you sign a representation agreement.

Learn More From Our Watsonville Personal Injury Law Firm for Free

Michael Joe Silva, Personal Injury Attorney

If you or a loved one suffered an injury because of another person’s negligent actions, schedule an appointment to talk to a personal injury lawyer at your earliest opportunity. At Silva Injury Law, our experienced attorneys are knowledgeable and skilled in these cases. We have several years of experience helping and representing people who have suffered from personal injuries like yours.

Our lawyers know you are stressed, as painful injuries and accu3mulating bills present difficult challenges. Therefore, we will work endlessly to stand next to you during this time of need. If this sounds like a good fit, reach us by filling out our contact form or calling (209) 600-4389.

We look forward to speaking with you soon.

Testimonial

“I cannot say enough good things about Silva Injury Law. Everyone starting with the front desk were very professional, honest and hardworking. Michael and his team worked diligently to make sure everything went as quickly and as smooth as possible. Silva Injury Law genuinely care about their clients and I would highly recommend them.”-Vallerie Rosas