Failure To Call A Lawyer

10.  Failure To Call A Lawyer:  From the moment that an accident is reported to an insurance company, they are working to minimize their exposure to you.  They are out there protecting themselves from your claim.  That is why their investigators are taking pictures, interviewing witnesses, asking you to sign medical records authorizations, and asking you to provide them with a recorded statement.  Who is doing this for you?  NO ONE!  Not even your insurance company.  They do not care about your injuries and pain and suffering as a lot of the time this will not be a claim that you are making on your own policy.  They are not protecting you.  They don't need to and won't when the accident is not your fault.  At BISSELL LAW CORPORATION we will help protect your rights and document your case properly so that evidence is not lost, and the value that you deserve for your case is not diminished.  Call Attorney Todd Bissell today 916 458-4244.

Wrong-way car on 99

 By Kevin Valine
The Modesto Bee

Monday, Jun. 28, 2010

A wrong-way driver caused a six-vehicle smashup on Highway 99 on Saturday night that sent seven people to the hospital and closed the northbound lanes for about two hours.

The California Highway Patrol said the driver was under the influence of alcohol as he drove south in the northbound lanes. His 2001 Chevrolet Silverado hit an oncoming 2003 Lexus and rolled multiple times, striking several vehicles. Read More

Mistake #1. FAIL TO CALL THE POLICE

You should call the police every time that you are in a car accident and request that they come to the accident scene and make a report.  They may tell you that they will not come unless you need a tow truck or have an injury.  Therefore, if you hare having any symptoms at the scene, report those when calling the police, and they should send out an officer to take a report.  Do not assume that the person who just admitted causing the accident will maintain that responsibility.  Often their story will change if no one is there to put the blame on them.

What Should I Do?

I Have Been In An Accident, Now What Should I Do? Your location. Time of the accident. Parties involved. These are the only facts you can safely state to any insurance company, even your own, if you are involved in a car accident. Other statements you make can and will be used against you in the future. Protect your rights. Contact a lawyer as soon as possible. Contact the law firm of Todd S. Bissell, A Professional Corporation, to talk to an attorney who is experienced in personal injury matters. 916 458-4244

The 10 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make:

4. TELL THE OTHER DRIVER THAT YOU ARE "OKAY." Even if the other driver is very nice, and apologetic, do not tell him or her that you are Okay. Tell them of any complaints that you have no matter how small, or don't talk to them at all if you can get their contact information from the police or otherwise. Tell them if you are "shaken up" or have a headache or feel stiff. Any of those is better than telling them that you are fine when you are not. Anything you say is admissible against you. If you report that you are "Ok" or "not hurt" that is the first thing that the other driver will report to his/her insurance company, and that is a statement that you will hear them testify at trial that you said. Many soft-tissues swell over night after an accident, and you may feel awful the next morning after an accident that you thought did not injure you. 10 Biggest Mistakes

Todd Bissell Personal Injury Attorney

Auto accident personal injury settlements offer the compensation amount for the injured victim in an auto accident when the claim is handled through insurance. The increasing rate in the amount of more motor vehicle accidents in the United States makes auto accident insurance settlements one of the most prolific types amongst the insurance settlements. Settlement offers you negotiation for personal injury claims. If you have been in an auto related accident call Todd Bissell at 916 458-4244.

Experience California Auto Accident Attorney

Todd S. Bissell has nearly 25 years of experience providing California residents with knowledgeable and focused legal advice in personal injury matters, including car accidents, trucking and motorcycle accidents, slip and fall cases, and dog bites. Contact us if you need legal assistance in a personal injury matter.

In our law practice, we represent clients who have suffered all sorts of injuries -- from minor injuries to permanent ones -- as well as those whose loved ones died due to accidents. Mr. Bissell's personal injury practice includes the following:

* Wrongful death
* Negligence
* Catastrophic injuries
* Brain and spine injuries
* Closed head injuries
* Broken bones

The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)

The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) is one of the most prestigious affiliations that a trial attorney can achieve during a career. ABOTA has existed for over 50 years. There are only 6,300 members in the world while California alone has approximately 217,000 lawyers admitted to its Bar. To become a member, a trial attorney must be invited, sponsored by an existing member, and approved by at least 75% of the chapter's membership. To qualify, all members must have tried numerous civil cases before a jury to conclusion with a verdict.

Todd Bissell was honored with an invitation to join ABOTA and has held an Associate status with their Sacramento Valley Chapter since 2007.

Big Rig Driver Fell Asleep = $1.6 Million

"The big rig driver admitted at the accident scene that he fell asleep when he crossed into my lane and nearly killed me. Later, he told his insurance company that he blacked out from some unknown medical condition. They refused to pay for my 5 surgeries. Todd personally conducted a complete investigation and located witnesses and evidence to prove the truth. Todd won my case for me which settled before trial for a value of $1.6 million."

Ken N.
Elk Grove, CA

The Compensation You Deserve

Being involved in a car accident can put your life on hold. We have seen clients agonize over their medical bills, loss of income, property damage, as well as physical, emotional and psychological trauma. As an accident victim, you have the right to receive compensation for your losses. We can help you do just that.

Mr. Bissell has extensive experience dealing with insurance companies. We have successfully represented cases in which other parties are insured, uninsured, and/or under-insured. We have the necessary knowledge to help you deal with insurance companies and obtain favorable results.

We are familiar with the injuries involved in motor vehicle accidents, and represent clients in the following matters:

* Serious injury
* Brain injury
* Spinal cord injury
* Wrongful death
* Property damage claims

If you're involved in a car accident and are seeking legal representation from a seasoned, aggressive and dependable personal injury attorney, contact our law offices and we'll discuss your concerns.

My Insurance Company Would Not Pay

"I was rear-ended, and the insurance company for the man who hit me said that my car was not damaged enough to cause the injuries that I had. I needed two surgeries, and the man's insurance company said that these injuries were not caused by the car accident despite that my doctors said that they were. My first attorney was not able to get the insurance company to offer me anything! I transferred the case to Todd at the recommendation of a friend. At one point, they offered me $250,000. Todd suggested that I reject that. When I did, the insurance company got nasty and reduced their offer to only $50,000, and never offered more. Two settlement judges suggested that I take this smaller amount. Todd told me not to and to keep fighting. We took the case to a jury trial and Todd recovered for me a verdict of almost $600,000! Todd also forced the insurance company to pay for my legal costs, the expert fees of my doctors who had to testify, and interest on the money that the insurance company refused to pay me. Todd kept fighting for me and never gave up. Thank you, Todd."

Sunni C.
Sacramento, CA

Multiple Vehicle Crash in Santa Maria

Traffic moving again after morning multiple vehicle crash in Santa Maria

Reported by: Bethany Tucker 6 Action News ksby.com

Traffic is moving again after an early morning crash on Highway 101 near Santa Maria. The California Highway Patrol received word of the crash at about 6:10a.m. Wednesday(November 4th), on the southbound lanes of Highway 101 just north of State Route 166, also known as Main St.

Officers say four vehicles collided and that there are minor injuries reported. But, it's not known how many people were hurt. Read More

Multi-car accident on LA freeway

LOS ANGELES—The Los Angeles Fire Department says a freeway accident in the San Fernando Valley has injured seven people—five seriously.

Firefighter David Ortiz says five to six cars were involved in a crash shortly after 10 a.m. Saturday.

The California Highway Patrol says it occurred on the transition road between Interstate 405 and U.S. Highway 101 and at least one car overturned. One person had to be cut free of the wreckage.

Ortiz says there were seven people injured. Five people were taken to trauma centers in serious condition and two were treated for minor injuries at local hospitals.

The cause of the crash is under investigation. The Associated Press

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Man hurt in car v. motorcycle accident

Written by Craig Cassidy, The Union Democrat
October 01, 2009 08:20 am

A motorcycle rider suffered major injuries this morning when he was hit by a car at Mono Way and Tuolumne Road.

The accident happened about 7:30 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.

The motorcyclist was turning onto westbound Mono Way from Tuolumne when an eastbound 1996 Mercury Tracer driven by Waer, of Sonora, ran a red light and struck the bike, driven by Miller,of Sonora.

The sun was in Waer's eyes and he failed to see the light, CHP said.

Miller suffered major left-leg injuries. He was taken to Sonora Regional Medical Center by ambulance.

One of the Most Dangerous Roads in the Country

Article provided by Christiansen Law Offices

Interstate 15 (or I-15) has long been considered one of the most dangerous roads in the US. In a 2005 MSNBC Dateline report, 1-15 was listed as the most dangerous high-speed road while a recent MSN list dubbed the infamous roadway as one of the "Highways to Hell." Over a five year period, 173 people died while traveling on Highway 15.

What makes the 125-mile stretch of highway between Las Vegas and Southern California so dangerous? It certainly is not the terrain - the land is flat and relatively risk free. Most reports point to driver behavior, including speeding, falling asleep at the wheel and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, as the main causes for the high number of deaths on I-15. For some time, it was rumored that the road was not patrolled regularly by the police, encouraging more bad behavior by drivers in a hurry to get to the Strip for a weekend getaway or in a rush to return home. Read More