Experienced Lawyers Serving Redwood City
Living in Redwood City
Redwood City is a town of about 85,000 people in San Mateo County, California. It has a lively urban/suburban atmosphere and frequently lands on lists of California’s best places to live. People flock to Redwood City due to its upbeat vibe, beautiful scenery, and numerous entertainment, dining, and recreational options.
It’s also a fairly safe place to live, with a much lower crime rate than nearby San Francisco. In fact, many of the town’s residents do the daily 30-minute commute to the San Francisco Bay Area, then head home to Redwood City after work. Redwood City is considered an excellent place to raise a family and has gorgeous weather almost every day of the year.
Of course, it’s also an extremely expensive place to live. On a cost-of-living scale where the U.S. average is 100, Redwood City ranks at 296.5. Housing is particularly expensive here, with the average rental fee at almost $3,100 per month. The median home cost in Redwood City is about 7 times the national average at a staggering $1.6 million.
Dangerous Roadways in Redwood City
Redwood City has some roadways that are more dangerous accident-prone than others. Some of these areas are in line for planned upgrades in the coming years, according to the City of Redwood.
- Route 101 and SR 84 (Woodside Road)
- Woodside Road from Route 101 to Bay Road
- Hopkins Avenue
- Farm Hill Boulevard
- Roosevelt Avenue
- El Camino Real corridor
A Vehicle Accident in Redwood City, California
Car Collides With Motorcycle in Redwood City Crash
When the California Highway Patrol responded to a crash in Redwood City, they found a motorcyclist and vehicle driver who had collided near U.S. 101 and Brittain Avenue. It was a Wednesday in March at about 5:20 p.m.
At the accident scene, both vehicles were at the side of the road. The car, a Honda, had sustained minor damage to the front bumper and right-front passenger door. Its driver appeared to be uninjured.
The Yamaha motorcycle had damage to the handlebars, front fairing, pegs, and body. The motorcyclist was evaluated in the back of an ambulance and seemed to have injuries to his right clavicle, right rib cage, and right hip.
After interviewing both drivers, the CHP officer described the accident as taking place on U.S. 101 southbound when the Honda changed lanes. The Honda driver stated “there was enough room for me to get over and I didn’t see the motorcycle,” then said she “felt a slight impact” and saw the motorcyclist roll onto the roadway. The motorcyclist described being in heavy traffic when the Honda clipped him on his left side without signaling.
The CHP officer determined that the motorcyclist’s license had previously been suspended and he was unable to provide proof of insurance. However, the Honda vehicle driver was cited for causing this collision under CVC 21658(a) for failure to safely change lanes.
Here at Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers, we’ve seen some terrifying motorcycle accidents and car accidents all across California. After an accident, you need someone who will compassionately listen to your story and help you seek high-dollar compensation.
We’re here for you! Contact us for a free consultation about your crash case.
Which Types of Redwood City Cases Do You Handle?
Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers serves Redwood City and the Bay Area, helping people after serious personal injuries from road accidents. If you’re wondering whether we’re the right fit for you, read below to learn more about what we do.
In Redwood City, pedestrian access has been a major concern of the City of Redwood and is the subject of numerous accessibility and safety projects. If you suffer a pedestrian injury, we can help you gather the evidence to make a persuasive insurance claim, negotiate a settlement, and hold the right person or organization accountable.
Bicyclists, we’re the law firm for you! Did you know we’re avid cyclists here at Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers? If you’re severely injured in Redwood City, we can help you start a bicycle accident claim for full and fair compensation.
After a motorcycle collision in Redwood City, we can help you seek compensation for medical bills, lost work, damage to your bike, and more. We know how catastrophic motorcycle accidents can be and we have a long track record of positive results for our clients.
If an Uber driver hurts you, or if you’re a Redwood city Uber accident that involves other vehicles, you can reach out to us for knowledgeable and compassionate representation. We have extensive experience handling Uber-related cases.
We also handle many types of vehicle accident claims. We primarily handle severe accidents with serious injuries that occur on and near roadways, including cars, trucks, SUVs, delivery drivers, commercial vehicles, and more.
What if I’m Not Sure Whether I Have a Case?
Redwood City residents, if you’re unsure about whether or not you have a case, we understand your uncertainty. We can clarify your options and help you decide how to move forward. When you are injured by a liable individual, corporation, or government entity, you are legally entitled to collect monetary compensation in an amount suitable to cover your expenses and damages.
Of course, compensation is never guaranteed. Expect the other party to fight it. That’s why you need help from a personal injury lawyer who gets results!
Generally speaking, there are three ways to pursue compensation:
- With a claim against the at-fault party’s insurance company
- Through a lawsuit in court
- In a private settlement out of court
With the experience and wisdom of your personal injury lawyer, you can demonstrate the legitimacy of your injuries, show that someone was negligent, and request reimbursement for medical costs and other hardships. The team at Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers will help you stand up to difficult people and demand what you deserve.
We’re her to help you maximize your compensation by making a case for your financial losses and damages related to your injuries. Although it’s possible to do all of this without a lawyer’s help, we don’t advise it because it’s stressful and time-consuming to get a positive result. You’re already trying to rest and heal from your injuries, so a lawyer serves the vital role of moving your case forward so you can let go of all the legal stress.
What Kind of Compensation Could I Recover?
Compensation from settlements and lawsuits varies depending on the circumstances. In terms of what kind of compensation you could receive, start by looking at how you’ve been hurt in the accident.
Consider what types of injuries, losses, and damages you may have. Most injury cases only cover two categories of damages if you can prove them.
- Special damages: Your special damages may include car loss, property damage, medical bills, and lost earnings.
- General damages: Your general damages are more abstract and may include pain, inconvenience, distress, loss of hobbies, and loss of a lifestyle with your loved ones.
Talk to your lawyer about the losses you suffered that are impacting your life. The better case you can put together and the more evidence you have, the better chance you have at receiving high-value compensation.
Nearest Emergency Services and Local California Departments
In an emergency, call 911.
Police
Redwood City Police Department – (650) 780-7118
Fire
Redwood City Fire Department – (650) 780-7400
Hospital
Sequoia Hospital/Dignity Health – (650) 367-5551
Courts
Redwood City Court System – (650) 363-4300
Contact Us in Redwood City
At Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers, we truly care about the people of Redwood City and California. We’re here to help you! We believe you should be able to rest and recover while we handle the legal details.
Contact us today for a free online case evaluation or call 877-380-8852.
Confused about making your personal injury claim? Let us maximize your claim so you can focus on your recovery!
Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers local in Redwood is a leading personal injury law firm handling serious traffic accident cases with over 150 5-star reviews across Google, Yelp, and Facebook for our four locations in Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles.
Our goal is simple: to seamlessly manage your accident claim so you can focus on your recovery. We’ve recovered millions of dollars on behalf of our clients, so keep reading to learn more about why they love us.
Client Reviews
Tomas G.
It’s taken me a while to write this review, not because I lack motivation; rather, I wanted to make sure that my comments were thoughtful and accurately reflected my absolute satisfaction with Sally, Janai, and the entire team who devoted much time and attention to my case. In the same way that they took care to ensure that (1) my interests were at the forefront, (2) communicated with me regularly and accurately, and (3) demonstrated true concern and care for me as a person, I wanted to be sure that everyone knew how happy I am with the process and the results. I would unequivocally and resolutely recommend Sally!
Nicolas K.
We found Sally Morin and her team through Yelp and now after our case has been settled better than we could have ever imagined we are very happy to give her 5 stars just like everybody else does. Her whole team is beyond friendly and knowledgeable and they are just wonderful people, they have attention to detail and are very personal and prompt in their answers. They also did a great job of making the terminology of their trade understandable to us and they kept fighting for a good settlement instead of going for the easy route. They don’t have to have billboards or cheesy TV ads because they get more than enough work through referrals from clients like us.
Jon K.
So, I was in a pretty bad motorcycle accident that was clearly not my fault. Long story short, after months of dealing with multiple insurance companies and various law firms, we finally settled for an amount much larger than I would have ever dreamed. I attribute the success completely to Sally and her office. The process went smooth and relatively quickly (personal injury suits can take a long time), and she was extremely responsive and proactive. I’ve grown to really respect Sally and what she does after admittedly being skeptical of lawyers in general. Sally really cares about coming to a reasonable and beneficial result for her clients and not just for herself!
Contact a Local Lawyer from Redwood
At Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers, we truly care about the people of Redwood City and California. We’re here to help you! We believe you should be able to rest and recover while we handle the legal details.
Contact us today for a free online case evaluation or call 877-380-8852.