Car Accident Lawyer Vs Insurance Company
Car Accident Lawyer Vs Insurance Company - Auto accident attorneys at Trembach Law. Free consultation. Call (818) 514-7680.
California Car Accident Legal Representation
Experienced car accident attorneys handling all types of motor vehicle collisions in California. We handle rear-end collisions, head-on crashes, T-bone accidents, hit-and-run cases, drunk driving accidents, rideshare (Uber/Lyft) accidents, and uninsured motorist claims.
California auto insurance minimum: $30,000/$60,000/$15,000 (effective January 2025). We fight to recover full compensation beyond policy limits when possible.
Free consultation: (818) 514-7680.
Fees, Costs and Case Results
Where representation is offered on a contingency basis there is no attorney fee unless we recover, and the firm advances case costs — filing fees, expert witnesses and medical records — which are then repaid out of any recovery. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee. The specific terms that apply to a matter are set out in the written fee agreement for that matter.
Where this site refers to a verdict, settlement or court order, that result was dependent on the facts of that case, and results will differ if based on different facts. Past results do not predict or guarantee the outcome of any other matter, and no particular outcome is promised or guaranteed.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I really need a lawyer for my car accident claim?
- While California law does not require you to hire a lawyer, statistics show that accident victims with legal representation receive settlements 3.5 times higher on average than those who handle claims themselves. Insurance companies have teams of adjusters and attorneys working to minimize payouts. A car accident lawyer levels the playing field, protects you from unfair tactics, handles all negotiations, and ensures you receive full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future damages.
- How much more money will I get with a car accident lawyer?
- Studies by the Insurance Research Council found that car accident victims with attorneys receive settlement amounts 3.5 times higher than unrepresented claimants. Even after paying attorney fees (typically 33-40%), clients still net significantly more money. For example, if an insurance company offers $20,000 to an unrepresented victim, the same case with legal representation might settle for $70,000-$100,000. After a 33% attorney fee on a $75,000 settlement, you receive $50,250 - more than double the self-negotiated amount.
- What tactics do insurance companies use against unrepresented accident victims?
- Insurance adjusters use several tactics against people without lawyers: making quick lowball settlement offers before the full extent of injuries is known, requesting recorded statements designed to trap you into admissions, downplaying the severity of injuries, claiming you were partially at fault to reduce their payout, disputing medical treatment as unnecessary or excessive, pressuring you to settle quickly before you consult an attorney, and using your words against you. Having a lawyer prevents these tactics and protects your rights.
- Will hiring a lawyer delay my car accident settlement?
- While legal representation may extend the timeline slightly, it significantly increases your compensation. Most attorney-handled cases settle within 6-12 months through negotiations without trial. Quick settlements offered by insurance companies to unrepresented victims are almost always unfairly low and cannot be reopened once accepted. The additional time with an attorney ensures you receive proper compensation for all damages, including future medical expenses and lost earning capacity that adjusters rarely include in their initial offers.
- How much does it cost to hire a car accident lawyer in California?
- Most California car accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing upfront and no hourly fees. The attorney only collects a percentage (typically 33.33% for settlements, 40% if trial is necessary) if they recover compensation for you. If you receive nothing, you owe nothing. All case costs including filing fees, expert witnesses, and medical record retrieval are advanced by the law firm and only repaid from settlement proceeds. This arrangement makes quality legal representation accessible to everyone regardless of financial situation.
Contact Trembach Law Firm
Trembach Law Firm, APC
27001 Agoura Road, Suite 350, Calabasas, CA 91301
Phone: (818) 514-7680
Schedule a Free Consultation | View All Practice Areas | Attorney Profile