Orange County Car Accident
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Orange County Car Accident Hotspot

There are several different reasons why car accidents could occur, such as driving under the influence, distracted driving, and speeding. These negligent actions, coupled with a dangerous freeway interchange could result in a very severe accident, where passengers could suffer life-threatening injuries.

There are around 700,000 vehicles that drive through this Orange Crush interchange each day. This poses a very serious problem and has even called for lawmakers to make changes on this freeway. 

The freeway interchange between the Santa Ana 5, Orange 57 freeway, and Garden Grove 22 freeway is a very dangerous area for both experienced and inexperienced drivers. The interchange originally opened in 1959, and it is maintained by the Caltrans Department. It is a common interchange used to drive to the Angels stadium, Honda Center, Children’s Hospital of Orange County, Disneyland, and outlets at Orange. 

What should I do after an accident in Orange County?

• After you have been involved in an accident, you should move out of the way if possible and safely. Make sure that there are no other oncoming cars. If the accident occurred on the shoulder, get out of the vehicle and closer to a safe space. 
• If you or another party have been injured, call the ambulance for medical assistance.
• Call the Orange County Police Department. When the police officers arrive at the scene of the accident, they will most likely draft an accident report. An accident report is generated by a police officer at the scene, describes the different parties involved, and could even make a conclusion as to which party caused the accident. If you’re involved in an accident, and the police officer arrives at the scene and creates a report, there are ways to retrieve that report from the police department. Give us a call today.
• Make sure that you get medical assistance. Oftentimes after a car accident, victims of the accident may need Imaging or other treatments and surgeries. Make sure that you follow through with all the injury treatments that you may need.
• Contact a skilled Orange County car accident attorney for more information. After being involved in an accident, so many questions could be running through your mind, such as: What if I take time off work after an accident? How could I hold the other party responsible for my car accident? How much does an Orange County attorney cost? Our top-rated attorneys at Heidari law will be able to answer any questions or concerns you may have with your Orange County accident case. 

What is a car accident consultation?

A car accident consultation is an initial visit that you have with an attorney to discuss your car accident case. Different types of law firms may charge different rates for a consultation. Our attorneys offer free consultations.  During this time, you will be able to tell the attorney all the details of the car accident, such as the different parties involved, where the car accident occurred, and the injuries that you have suffered. After a consultation, an attorney will be able to better assist you by telling you what the next steps are. For example, if you have not filed a car accident or an insurance claim, our attorneys will assist you with that. the sooner you see us, the more we will be able to help.

How can I prevent Orange County car accidents?

Although an accident is still bound to occur, and other people’s actions are far beyond your control, there are some steps that you personally can take to ensure safe driving practices. For example:

• Make sure that you know the route that you are taking to get to your destination. Even if you reside outside Los Angeles County, make sure that you know all the specific Los Angeles County freeways and roads that you must take. It is important that you familiarize yourself prior to driving. There are several last-minute freeway exits that you must have to make, and swerving in and out of lanes could result in a severe accident.
• Do not drink and drive. In the event that you do decide to drink, make sure that you take an Uber or a lift home. Drunk driving accidents could leave not only the driver in a severely injured state but could also injure other passengers and other vehicles.
• Always drive at or below the speed limit. Never go above the speed limit, and also do not drive very slow. sometimes, driving slowly could also result in car accidents.
• If you are not familiar with the area, consider getting on the freeway during times of low traffic.
• Give our Orange County car accident attorneys a call today to set up your free consultation with our highly qualified lawyers. Unfortunately, accidents could result in thousands of dollars in medical bills and property damage. In the event that another negligent party has caused your car accident, give us a call to see what steps we can take to make sure that we hold the other party responsible.

It is not easy to file a lawsuit. there are several different elements that you or your attorney will have to prove. That is why we recommend that you consult our experienced lawyers for more information. Make sure that the attorney you choose to hire has represented car accident victims in the past. Orange County has several different spots and attractions that tourists flock to yearly. This could be very dangerous, especially because tourists who are not experienced with driving on Orange County freeways and interchanges could drive negligently.

What kind of compensation could I receive for my Orange County car accident? 

The compensation you received depends on the circumstances of the accident, but generally, most car accident victims will need compensation for:

•  Medical bills
•  Property damage
•  Future medical treatment
•  Passed last wages
•  Future lost income
•  Emotional  distress 

Some hot spots that Orange County has are Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, Crystal Cove State Park, Downtown Disney, Mission San Juan Capistrano, Heisler Park, and Fullerton Arboretum. As residents from out of town visit these hot spots, the chances of getting involved in an accident are very high. 

Many may think that because of the pandemic, traffic volume has decreased. But, this is not the case. Traffic volumes have almost gone up to pre-pandemic levels, especially on the weekends.