{"id":11858,"date":"2019-03-11T23:23:50","date_gmt":"2019-03-11T23:23:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usaccidentlaw.wpengine.com\/?p=11858"},"modified":"2025-08-01T18:56:07","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T18:56:07","slug":"10-reasons-to-hire-a-car-accident-attorney-in-orange-county","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/es\/the-fine-print\/10-reasons-to-hire-a-car-accident-attorney-in-orange-county\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00bfPor Qu\u00e9 Debo Contratar un Abogado de Lesiones por Accidentes de Carro?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"dklaw-section dklaw-hero dklaw-hero__blog align wp-block-dklaw-hero-blog has-background has-primary-beige-background-color\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"dklaw-breadcrumbs align wp-block-dklaw-breadcrumbs\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\">Home<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/es\/the-fine-print\/10-reasons-to-hire-a-car-accident-attorney-in-orange-county\/\" class=\"current\">Why Should I Hire a Car Accident Injury Lawyer?<\/a><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t  \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\n\t  \"itemListElement\": [\n\t\t  {\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n\t\t\t\t\"position\": 1,\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Home\",\n\t\t\t\t\"item\" : \"https:\/\/dklaw.com\"\n\t\t\t},{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n\t\t\t\t\"position\": 2,\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Why Should I Hire a Car Accident Injury Lawyer?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"item\" : \"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/es\/the-fine-print\/10-reasons-to-hire-a-car-accident-attorney-in-orange-county\/\"\n\t\t\t}\n\t  ]\n\t}\n\t<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Should I Hire a Car Accident Injury Lawyer?<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-hero__blog-meta align wp-block-dklaw-hero-blog-meta\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"dklaw-taxonomies align wp-block-dklaw-taxonomies\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/es\/learning-hub\/?_practice_area=car-accidents\" rel=\"nofollow\">Car Accidents<\/a> <\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-primary-gray-color has-text-color\">Reading Time: 11 Minutes<\/p>\n\n<\/div><span>March 11, 2019<\/span><span>Briana Seftel<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/iStock-1313631393.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a boxing ring with a banner that says Pacquiao vs. Barrios\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-section dklaw-toc alignfull wp-block-dklaw-toc\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__sidebar align wp-block-dklaw-toc-sidebar\"><div class=\"dklaw-toc__sidebar-menu\"><h4 class=\"dklaw-toc__sidebar-toggle\">Jump To<\/h4><ul><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"dklaw-card align wp-block-dklaw-card has-background has-primary-black-background-color\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-white-color has-text-color\">Every 4 minutes.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-primary-white-color has-text-color\">On average, every 4 minutes someone picks up the phone and calls us for help. That kind of trust says everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-button-phone\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-primary-yellow-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:8002010265\">800-201-0265<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__blocks align wp-block-dklaw-toc-blocks\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p>Car accident injuries leave a lasting impact not only on the lives of those who sustained the injuries but also on their family members. Car accidents are more often than not a result of negligence. Whether this is due to an intoxicated or distracted driver or running a red light, anytime people disobey traffic laws, they are being negligent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When this negligence causes injury, compensation is due to the injured party. At DK Law, our attorneys have won over $300 million in compensation for our clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While some injury victims are hesitant to hire a car accident&nbsp;attorney, it is strongly recommended. Here is a guide to understanding why it is in clients&#8217; best interest to work with a car accident injury lawyer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog, you will learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li><strong>What personal injury attorneys do<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How they can help your case<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How you will be assisted with your injuries<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where to find the best attorney for your needs<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Do Car Accident Injury Attorneys Do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal Injury attorneys wear many hats, depending on the extent of your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any <a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/practice-areas\/car-accidents\">car accident injury attorney<\/a> who works with clients to help them get compensation for injuries is considered to practice&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanbar.org\/groups\/public_education\/resources\/law_issues_for_consumers\/injury\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">personal injury law<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attorneys focusing on car accident injuries will help you establish negligence and understand whether you have a case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From here, if you do have a case, they will help you file the necessary paperwork and get access to the information needed to help get the compensation you deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can include things like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Video recordings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DMV information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Car accident attorneys also help you&nbsp;access this information more quickly. California&#8217;s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.ca.gov\/9618.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Statute of Limitations<\/a> is short, so you are limited in when you can&nbsp;take legal action after an accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part about working with an injury lawyer is that you typically can get free case evaluations, which can quickly help you determine the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>If you have a case<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compensation amount<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What the next steps are<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How long the process will be<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What to expect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Answers to other legal questions you have<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, car accident attorneys also do not typically ask for a fee until they have won your case. Not only does it take away stress and improve your chances of succeeding, but it is also extremely affordable and valuable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a free case evaluation <span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">of your <\/span>car accident injury,&nbsp;please call us&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/contact\">today<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Needs A Personal Injury Lawyer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/car-accident-lawyer-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"hire car accident attorney\" class=\"wp-image-33531\" title=\"hire car accident attorney\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal injury lawyers determine when and where damages are appropriate to seek. Anyone who has been injured through the negligence of another person needs a personal injury attorney. This includes situations like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/the-fine-print\/bicycle-accident-compensation-in-orange-county-california\/\">Bicyclists who were hit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/practice-areas\/pedestrian-accidents\">Pedestrian accidents<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passengers hurt by their negligent drivers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/the-fine-print\/filing-a-claim-with-metromile-how-to-maximize-your-compensation\/\">Injured with insurance like Metromile<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They will also determine which parties are responsible for the accident, how much compensation victims are owed, and handle the whole legal process from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 Reasons to Hire a Car Accident Injury Attorney<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Handling a legal case can be overwhelming for people without inside legal knowledge, access, or staff. With an attorney by your side, you won\u2019t have to worry about a thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are 10 reasons why you should hire a personal injury attorney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Saves Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring a car accident attorney will expedite all aspects of the legal process. Legal cases, large or small, can take a great deal of time, especially if you don&#8217;t know your way around the courtroom or the laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are unfamiliar with personal injury lawsuits, the details will become overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A list of details you will need for your claim is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Important contacts, from witnesses, police officers, and the other driver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Due dates for when to submit information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which departments to contact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Various insurance adjusters&#8217; information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An attorney already knows these details, so you will not have to worry about them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, dealing with insurance companies can be difficult when it comes to getting compensation for even the most&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/the-fine-print\/most-common-injuries-car-accident\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">common injuries from a car accident<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most personal injury attorneys are able to settle out of court, which means more money for you and less time spent on the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Get the Compensation You Deserve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many factors that influence how much compensation you are entitled to. In California, the amount of money you are entitled to is based on laws regarding catastrophic injury, pain and suffering, and property damages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what exactly does this mean?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It means that the law dictates that a <a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/learning-hub\/injury-types\/fractures\/\">broken bone<\/a> is more painful than tissue damage. But we know that long-term, the broken bone will heal, and you will get back on your feet in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, tissue damage can become a <a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/learning-hub\/injury-types\/meniscus-injuries\">lifelong problem<\/a> that will cause pain on a daily basis and potentially interfere with your ability to do simple tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that in mind, a professional attorney will fight for fair compensation, not just the minimum payout. We won&#8217;t settle for the fastest or easiest route. We will fight for the most acceptable settlement possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Insurance companies will fight every claim you make, but we know how to substantiate the injuries you have received, be they physical, financial, or emotional. We can help you receive compensation for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Cost of your medical care so far<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cost of any future medical treatment you will need<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The current loss of wages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Future loss of wages because of an inability to work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compensation for the pain and suffering you have endured<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compensation for the physical trauma and the mental trauma that results from your car crash or accident, including things like PTSD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disfigurement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of enjoyment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Damages to your personal property, such as your vehicle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Peace of Mind<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are battling insurance companies and other parties and simultaneously struggling with injuries, things can get overwhelming quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last thing you need to worry about is meeting deadlines, gathering evidence, making phone calls, sending out packets of information, going to court, or anything else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring a personal injury attorney in California frees you up to focus on getting better, recovering from your injuries, and dealing with any emotional or mental trauma from which you may be suffering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you finally make that decision to hire someone else and let them take control, you will breathe a sigh of relief. Moreover, experienced attorneys understand what steps are required for car accident victims in cases like these.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They know what documents need to be filed, where, and by when.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Act While You Still Can<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing when to hire a car accident injury attorney is critical. Immediately after an auto accident, your life will get very stressful, confusing, and emotional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be difficult to handle legal paperwork, meet deadlines, find documentation for your evidence, let alone consider hiring legal representation. However, the amount of time you have to file your claim is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This time frame is referred to as the statute of limitations. You must file your claim within that given time; otherwise, you forgo your legal rights to compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount of time you have to file your claim is based on the type of injury. In the state of California, our statute of limitations is two years for personal injury cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Out of Court Settlements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have made the decision to take legal action, an attorney can help you to properly file a claim and reach a settlement outside of court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The length of time it takes to receive your settlement is going to be affected by factors such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Injuries you sustained<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The complexity of your case<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Level of cooperation from insurance companies and other parties<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, a settlement can be reached before going to trial. In car accident cases, where one party admits fault, this automatically eliminates any disputes and allows the case to be settled quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>61% of plaintiffs receive compensation in motor vehicle incidents in a pre-trial settlement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cases involving intentional negligence have a 50% success rate in a pre-trial settlement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>19% of medical malpractice suits are successfully settled before going to trial<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Get Around the Red Tape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With an attorney on your side, you can get around the red tape that might otherwise hinder you as a regular citizen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There might be information that you cannot access on the weekends simply because it is closed, but an attorney can gain access to this data remotely with permission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many situations where working with an injury attorney means getting around the red tape that would otherwise cause serious delays in your settlement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Get the Best Investigators<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/evidence-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"hire car accident attorney\" class=\"wp-image-34045\" title=\"hire car accident attorney\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Attorneys can also hire a vetted investigator to review things like Medical Records, DMV records, and almost anything else that is needed in order to prove your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Expertise with the Legal System<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Experienced personal injury attorneys are familiar with the ins and outs of the law. They know which judges are more likely to favor a plaintiff in certain cases and which insurance companies fight the hardest against paying out a claim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. No Fees if You Lose Your Case<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common myths about hiring a lawyer for your car accident is that they are super expensive to work with and that most people cannot afford them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This couldn\u2019t be further from the truth. In fact, most personal injury lawyers don\u2019t make a dime until they win you the compensation you deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring a lawyer means you don&#8217;t have to pay anything upfront. They take a percentage of your settlement once they have successfully settled on your behalf. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Until then, you don&#8217;t have to worry about legal fees or additional bills draining your income each month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Get Access to Vital Information for Your Case<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Working with an attorney like&nbsp;Daniel Kim makes access to phone records and other explicitly personal data much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attorneys have the legal power to get a warrant or a subpoena from a judge. They can, if filing a lawsuit, get access to critical information that you can&#8217;t access on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you were involved in a car accident, for example, and the other driver was texting, you might not be able to prove that on your own, even if you saw them. But your attorney can subpoena those phone records and review what activity was taking place at the time of the crash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Data from a phone company showing a text message being sent by the driver at the exact moment of impact can be corroborated with video footage from a nearby security camera that has a time and date stamp.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Find the Best Attorney <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Only a qualified attorney can help you determine whether your situation is the result of negligence, what damages you are entitled to, and what steps you should take next. When you look for a personal injury attorney in California, you should look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Experience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Find someone who has worked specifically on the type of case you are facing. The Law Offices of Daniel Kim are experienced in knowing how much your car accident settlement might be worth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Car accidents span a broad range of situations, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bicycle Accidents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Car Accidents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/practice-areas\/motorcycle-accidents\">Motorcycle Accidents<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/practice-areas\/pedestrian-accidents\">Pedestrian Accidents<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/practice-areas\/truck-accidents\">Truck Accidents<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/practice-areas\/rideshare-accidents\">Uber &amp; Lyft Accidents<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each car accident lawyer will have their own area of expertise. Take this into consideration when you are looking for the right professional to work with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Open Communication<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You want an attorney who is going to fight for your rights to compensation and keep you in the loop at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t settle for an attorney who doesn&#8217;t return phone calls, never answers emails, and rarely gives you an update unless you hound their secretary 10 times a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Trustworthy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to trust the person you choose to represent you and fight for your rights as they would fight for their own. Be sure to look at their reviews and testimonials to ensure that they get results.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Choose DK Law? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At DK Law, we understand that the difficulties people face after an injury are not just physical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But included emotional strain, mental trauma, PTSD, lost wages, and the overwhelming despair that comes with no longer being able to do everything you once did, go back to work, or provide for your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We put our clients first, offer free case evaluations, and provide as much detailed information as possible to answer any questions or concerns you may have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/contact\">Contact us<\/a> to schedule your free case evaluation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-author align wp-block-dklaw-author has-text-color 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