Barstow Accident Attorney

Accident Lawyers in Barstow

Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, and even seemingly minor incidents can lead to big problems.

Been in a car crash recently? You need to talk to a Barstow car accident attorney; depending on the how serious, a personal injury lawyer might get involved, too. Working with insurance companies, other drivers or property owners, and repair shops is overwhelming; let Heidari Law Group help.

Car Accident Law

Determining legal responsibility in cases of accidents and/or injuries is seldom simple. For example, you might bear legal responsibility in a car accident, even if you weren’t behind the wheel.

If any driver was negligent by failing to exercise reasonable caution or care while driving, then they are deemed at fault. However, there are instances where you might be held liable even if you weren’t driving the vehicle at the time of the accident.

For instance, if an employee is involved in an accident while driving a company car during work hours, the employer could be held accountable. The employer is held responsible under the concept of imputed negligence or vicarious liability for the employee’s negligent driving.

Another common scenario is when children drive the family car. In many states, parents are legally liable for any negligent driving by their children using a shared vehicle. The following are some examples of how shared vehicles can lead to legal problems:

• Negligent entrustment is another aspect to consider. A parent who lends the family car to a minor, if they know that the child is reckless, incompetent, or inexperienced, could be held responsible for any damage resulting from the child’s driving.
• There’s yet another circumstance where a parent may be held liable for a child’s negligent driving. In some states, whoever signs a minor’s driver’s license application becomes legally responsible for the minor’s negligent driving. Therefore, if a parent signs the application, they assume liability.
• Lastly, the family purpose doctrine is could bear on determining fault. In states where it is enforced, the owner of a vehicle that is used for general family purposes is accountable for any negligent driving by family members using it.

Get Legal Assistance

Don’t wait to reach out to a Barstow accident attorney. Determining fault in an accident is a detailed and often contentious job. A seasoned, highly knowledgeable attorney from Heidari Law Group will tenaciously defend your rights in court. They possess a nuanced understanding of car accident law to construct a robust case on your behalf.

Don’t hesitate to schedule a free case evaluation with us at any time.

What to do right after a car accident (PDF)

If you were recently involved in a car (auto) accident or are injured, please do not hesitate to contact us here at Heidari Law Group. Our team is ready to help.