As the victim of a car accident in California, you are sure to have many questions about your rights and how to get any compensation that is owed to you for the losses and expenses incurred when you were involved in the incident. However, when you are involved in a car accident with a vehicle that is used for business purposes, the process can be much more complex than simply dealing with the other driver and their insurance company to settle the matter. And what sounded more cumbersome can become nothing short of overwhelming when you realize that the vehicle involved in the car accident is actually owned by the American Red Cross.

Most people know little about the Red Cross other than they are the group that is called upon in the event of a natural disaster to help those who have suffered losses. But when the tables are turned, and you face losses because of the poor driving or bad choice made by a staff member or volunteer working for the Red Cross, you need expert legal guidance and help to navigate this tricky situation. If you or a loved one is stressed and struggling because of the injuries and losses you face after a car accident with an American Red Cross vehicle, please know that the skilled and dedicated team at DTLA Law Group is just a call away. Our caring office staff can be reached around the clock to help you understand the aspect of the legal system that applies to your matter and how our pros can help you get the justice and compensation you need and deserve.

During your first call with our team, they will provide you with legal information, answer your general questions, and assist you in booking your free consultation with a skilled American Red Cross vehicle accident lawyer. At the meeting, you will relate the facts of the incident to your lawyer and answer any additional questions they have to ensure they fully understand the intricacies of the case. Then they will explain to you the legal merit of the case, and if you have grounds to pursue legal action to get any compensation owed to you by the Red Cross.

Once you have this vital information, all the choices are up to you. Our team will never pressure you to pursue legal action or recommend that you not take action if the case has legal merit. Instead, we will answer any questions you have and support the choices you make. Please also know that you are never legally required to take any action related to an auto accident, nor are you obligated to hire DTLA Law Group if you make the choice in the future to pursue legal action against the American Red Cross for a vehicle accident. All we ask is that you contact our office team at your earliest opportunity to ensure you fully understand your rights and how our lawyers can help you secure any compensation that is owed to you for losses caused in a car accident.

Can The Red Cross Be Sued?

When you think about someone causing a car accident or other negligent behavior that might harm another person, you assume that the way to hold them accountable is with a lawsuit. But many people are shocked to learn that non-profits are a bit more complex than the average business. In most cases, when you sue a non-profit, the case is actually against the board of directors, who are responsible for all the actions of the charitable organization. In the case of the American Red Cross, they have a “sue or be sued” clause in their congressional charter. But the responsibility to prove negligence falls on the victim. So, you will want to contact the legal professionals at DTLA Law Group to learn more about the documentation, witness statements, photos, and other items that can be critical in winning your car accident lawsuit against the American Red Cross.

Understanding Comparative Negligence In California

As a driver in California, you need to understand that it is a comparative negligence state. What that means is that a single accident can be caused by or attributed to the actions of more than one person. The court could evaluate the accident involving the Red Cross vehicle and your vehicle and decide that the Red Cross vehicle driver should be held accountable for 80% of the blame for the car accident. With that said, the court will hold you accountable for the other 20% of the responsibility for the accident in most cases. They could also determine that an outside party, such as a property owner, was liable for the other 20% of the blame because they allowed their landscape to become overgrown and create a barrier that blocked the view for motorists.

The reason comparative negligence is crucial for you to understand is that when the case is evaluated by the court, and they assign blame for the accident, that same percentage of the blame for the incident is applied to the accountability for the expenses created by the incident. S, if you are suing the Red Cross for $100,000 and the court places 80% of the blame on the driver of the Red Cross Vehicle, the non-profit will only be required to pay you 80% of that $100,000 being sought in the case. Typically, you would be required to cover the other 20% of the expenses as your share of the obligation for the accident. With comparative negligence in play in the state, it is critical for victims of a car accident to have skilled legal representation, especially when they will be facing off in court with the massive legal team representing the American Red Cross. Please reach out to DTLA Law Group today, and know that our seasoned legal professionals are not in the least bit intimidated by the team representing the Red Cross. They will work diligently to protect you and your rights as the victim of a car accident.

Items To Secure Related To Your Vehicle Accident With A Red Cross Car

Any time you are involved in a vehicle accident, there is the potential for a battle to get the liable party to take responsibility for their actions and the damage they caused. So, it is always wise to be overprepared and ready to move forward with legal action should it become necessary. After the accident, as long as you are not critically injured and in need of medical treatment, you should gather:

• The contact information for all witnesses to the accident

• Ask for any images or videos taken by bystanders to be sent to you

• Copies of the police report and any witness statements taken

After the fact, it is always good to see if there were any security cameras or other cameras that could have recorded the incident. You can also check with nearby residents to see if they have home cameras, such as at their front door or as part of their doorbell, that might have captured critical images. Be sure to take as many pictures of the accident scene and your vehicle as possible to present to your legal team at DTLA Law Group should you need to move forward with a lawsuit.

Common Car Accident Injuries That Victims Face Along With Hefty Medical Bills

It is disturbing to realize that even a vehicle accident that occurs on city streets at a lower rate of speed can result in significant injuries. The damage to the vehicle and the impact and violent nature of a car crash can be devastating to the human body. In many cases handled by DTLA Law Group, our client suffered one or more of these life-altering injuries that created huge medical bills and a great deal of stress until our pros were able to resolve the case and get them the compensation they deserved:

• Partial or complete amputations

• Broken or shattered bones

• Damage to internal organs and internal bleeding

• Compound fractures

• Damage to soft tissue and the destruction of the local nerves

• Severe lacerations and puncture wounds

• Back, neck, and spinal cord damage

• Head injuries that can range from a skull fracture or severe concussion to a brain bleed or other traumatic brain injuries

• Facial injuries to the delicate skin on the face, the eyes, ears, nose, or mouth

• Complete joint dislocations and the destruction of the soft connective tissue of the joints

How Much Is A Car Accident With An American Red Cross Vehicle Lawsuit Worth?

When you are focused on the cash value of your lawsuit, you are likely hoping that the amount you receive will cover all your expenses and losses. But if you are like many people, you have no real knowledge of how the compensation amount is determined, so you begin to worry. Please know that the legal system works diligently to ensure justice and fairness for personal injury victims. There are no predetermined compensation amounts awarded by the court. Instead, each case is carefully reviewed, and the compensation is determined based on the actual losses and expenses of the victim.

Working with your DTLA Law Group legal team, you will gather all the documentation to confirm your allowable expenses used in the valuation process. The expenses and losses most frequently used include, but are not always strictly limited to:

• The cost to repair or replace any personal property that was damaged or destroyed in the car accident with the Red Cross Vehicle

• The cost of all legal services related to preparing, filing, and litigating your personal injury lawsuit against the Red Cross

• All of your current and projected medical expenses related to diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating the harm sustained in the car accident with the Red Cross vehicle

• Your lost income if the car accident injuries prevented you from working at your regular job until you were fully recovered and cleared by your medical care providers to return to the duties of the job