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The Pacific Coast state of California is famous for Hollywood, the Golden Gate Bridge, surfing, and its breezy Mediterranean weather. Both Canadian and US Snowbirds enjoy some of these finer things in life in winter.
This is the time of year where individuals flock south to enjoy a sought-after warmer climate in The Golden State. Unfortunately, while travelling, California car accidents can turn a dream vacation into a nightmare.
If a Canadian or US Snowbird is involved in a California car accident, they have 10 days to report the accident to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This is if anyone is injured, or the vehicle damage exceeds $750.00.
Under the California Statute of Limitations, you have two years to file a lawsuit for personal injury. If you file outside this period, your claim will be barred. As such, you lose your right to sue and recover damages.
California car accident victims damages are reduced by their percentage of fault. This means that injured California car accident victims can still recover damages regardless of whether they were partially to blame. For example, if an individual was 75% at fault for a car accident, they can still recover 25% of their damages.
Please note, any contractual (insurance) rights and remedies a Snowbird has such as PIP or accident benefits and underinsured motorist coverage must be dealt with in their respective state or province.
Furthermore, passengers are generally not at fault for an accident. Therefore, they can recover 100% of their damages.
Modified Joint and Several Liability: Briefly car drivers can be found jointly liable for economic damages and severally liable for non-economic damages. This is somewhat complicated. Suffice it to say you need to speak to a California lawyer should you be involved in an accident.
For 35 years, Snowbird Accidents has been assisting Canadian Snowbirds and US Snowbirds involved in car accidents and other personal injury accidents across North America. Very few lawyers and attorneys understand the complexity of cross-border accidents. After a serious California car accident, you will probably need a lawyer in the state where the accident occurred, and in your home province. It is crucial that lawyers work collaboratively to protect your rights and remedies.
Snowbird Accidents has been helping seriously injured Canadian Snowbirds and US Snowbirds get the treatment and care they need. This way, they can recover from their injuries and access fair compensation for their losses. We understand it is not only the injured party that may require assistance. Loved ones can face significant challenges also.
Snowbird Accidents arrange for you to speak to some of the best personal injury lawyers in California who are experienced with cross-border accidents. They work collaboratively with other lawyers and attorneys in various states and provinces to protect you and your family’s legal rights and remedies.
Any personal injury law firm or personal injury attorney we recommend has shown they have extensive knowledge and expertise you can trust when faced with the challenge of a cross-border accident. In most instances, you can deal directly with them by going to their website. As an alternative, you are welcome to complete the contact form or give us a call.
Partner
Richard G. Barone is a Partner at Rose, Klein & Marias, specializing in personal injury and wrongful death cases across various sectors such as auto accidents and medical malpractice. With a career spanning over 40 years, he has secured numerous multi-million dollar verdicts for his clients. A UCLA alumnus and University of San Fernando Valley College of Law graduate, Richard hails from a working-class background, instilling in him a strong sense of service and advocacy. He is a recognized Super Lawyer and is actively involved in several legal associations, including the American Association for Justice and the Consumer Attorneys of California.
Snowbird Accidents is not a law firm. We are an International “Qualifying Referrer”. We provide information about car accidents, car insurance options, medical insurance options, personal injuries, and more. We do not provide legal advice. That is the job of the personal injury attorney or lawyer that you end up retaining.
We can recommend personal injury lawyers familiar with the complexities of cross-border accidents in the province you reside in and the state you were injured in. The lawyers and attorneys recommended by us are leaders in their field and frequently deal with catastrophic car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents.
The Snowbird Helpline offers peace of mind if the unthinkable happens. We are here to connect you with a team of lawyers and attorneys that are knowledgeable about personal injury claims, no matter what province or state you were injured in.
When a serious personal injury happens in a different country, you quickly need help. That’s where Snowbird Helpline comes in. Our team has extensive knowledge and expertise that you can trust when faced with the challenge of a cross-border accident.
We are not lawyers or a law firm. No legal fees are paid or shared with us. Instead, we offer advice on what your next steps should be and who you should contact. We recommend personal injury lawyers and attorneys that are familiar with the complexities of cross-border accidents.
For over 35 years, we have assisted Canadian snowbirds involved in car accidents and other personal injury accidents in the United States.
Snowbird Accidents assists people experiencing serious personal injuries of all kinds. Primarily we assist with those who have been involved in serious car accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, or trucking accidents.
We are here to help organize the steps you have to take with your insurance company and connect you with experienced personal injury lawyers and attorneys, and more.
Snowbird Accidents is a USA corporation with headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida, and offices in Toronto, Canada.
We offer expertise and personal injury lawyer recommendations in over 50 states and 10 provinces. To quickly get in touch with us about your situation, give us a call at 1-800-436-0353.
Our goal is to be accessible at all times to snowbirds who require assistance. You can fill out our online contact form or give us a call at 1-800-436-0353.
Additionally, you can contact the lawyers mentioned on our site directly through their websites or online contact information.
Your health and safety, plus the health and safety of your family or other injured parties is always top priority. Be sure to seek out medical attention immediately. It is important to make sure the police are contacted.
If possible, while still on the scene, obtain the driver’s license and insurance information of those involved in the accident. If possible, get contact information for all witnesses. Additionally, you should take notes and pictures of everything you can. This includes the scene of the accident, the other car, any visible injuries, and what caused the accident if known.
Make sure that your doctors are informed about the accident and all of your injuries. Take notes of what the doctor advises and keep a record of your injuries and healing process.
As soon as you are able, contact Snowbird Helpline. We can help advise you of the next steps you should take.
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