Newport Beach in Orange County, California has a disproportionate share of expensive cars. This is a city where Porsches, Mercedes and BMWs move quickly and drivers are more than likely distracted by cell phones, iPods, BlackBerrys and other high-tech “toys.” Under these conditions, skilled Newport Beach car accident lawyers will acknowledge that collisions often occur.

Car Accident Statistics Underscore the Need for Caution

Statistics compiled by the California Highway Patrol’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) showed that in 2006, four people were killed and 513 were injured in Newport Beach car crashes. Two pedestrians lost their lives and 32 were injured. One bicyclist was killed and 92 suffered injuries. Motorcycle accidents injured 18. Additionally, DUI crashes resulted in three fatalities and 70 injuries. In 2007, four car accidents resulted in as many fatalities.

Italian Sports Car Split in Half, Female Passenger Ejected

In March 2009, a man driving a red Ferrari crashed into a light pole in Newport Beach, causing the vehicle to split in two. The violent crash occurred shortly after midnight on Jamboree Road near Camelback Street. Police noted that when the Italian sports car split it in half, the driver was killed, and his female passenger was ejected and hospitalized for her injuries. What caused the driver to lose control is unclear.

Insurance Companies May Not Be Looking Out for You

When accidents occur, Newport Beach car accident lawyers advise those involved to seek the advice of an experienced attorney. If you are a victim of a car accident, you can’t depend on an insurance company to look out for your interests. And that includes your own insurance company. Keep in mind that their goal is to limit the amount of compensation for which you may be entitled. In other words, the adjusters, investigators, and attorneys assigned to auto accident claims on behalf of your insurance company may not be looking out for your best interest.

Why You Should Consult an Experienced Car Accident Lawyer

The thing to remember is that each and every traffic injury accident or motorized vehicle injury accident or crash is unique, and to ensure that you will be justly compensated for your loss requires the skill and knowledge of an experienced California personal injury attorney. When choosing a Newport Beach car crash lawyer to represent you, the initial consultation should be free of charge. Your goal here is to learn about you options and ask questions without feeling any pressure to retain the law firm. Once retained, your lawyer should be responsive to your needs, return your phone calls promptly, and be genuinely interested in your welfare.

Since 1978, Bisnar | Chase lawyers have represented over six thousand people in car, motorcycle, truck, pedestrian and other personal injury cases. The law firm has an “AV” rating, the highest level of professional excellence, by Martindale-Hubble. John Bisnar, who is the author of this article, and his partner Brian Chase each have a “10″ Avvo rating, the highest possible. John was named a “Community Hero” by the United Way, while Brian was named a “Trial Lawyer of the Year” in 2004 and one of the 2007 Top 100 Trial Lawyers. You should settle for nothing less than the finest legal representation available. For more information on a Newport Beach car accident lawyer, get “The Seven Fatal Mistakes That Can Wreck Your California Personal Injury Claim” at http://www.BestAttorneyBooks.com or call 1-800-561-4887.

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