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We’re proud to announce that The Hassell Law Group has been named one of the Best Car Accident Attorneys in San Francisco by Expertise.com, an independent organization known for evaluating and ranking leading professionals across the country. This recognition reflects our firm’s long-standing commitment to helping car accident victims secure justice, accountability, and maximum compensation …

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Being injured in a car accident is overwhelming and stressful but dealing with insurance companies afterward can add a whole new layer of stress. One question car accident victims ask is: “How can I maximize compensation for my car accident settlement?” The reality is that the insurance company’s goal is to pay you as little …

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Understanding Your Rights To Compensation After a Car Accident in the San Francisco Bay Area When you’re injured in a car accident, your life can be turned upside down in an instant. Medical bills begin to pile up, you miss work, and the pain and trauma from your injuries can affect your entire life. If …

How Is Car Accident Injury Compensation Calculated?Read More

After a car accident, one of the first questions many people ask is: Do I really need a lawyer to settle my claim? It’s a fair question. If your accident was minor and you’re hoping to avoid legal fees, you might be wondering whether you can handle the claim yourself. The truth is: yes, in …

How to Settle a Car Accident Claim Without a LawyerRead More

Yes. Under California law, emotional distress is considered part of “pain and suffering,” a broad category of non-economic damages that may be awarded in a personal injury case. You do not have to suffer a physical injury to claim emotional distress, though in most cases, emotional distress is easier to prove and more likely to …

Can You Claim Emotional Distress After a Car Accident?Read More

You’ve been in a car accident. The damage is repaired, your vehicle looks as good as new, but it’s not. If you tried to sell it tomorrow, its value would likely be lower than it was before the crash. Even with high-quality repairs, a vehicle that’s been in an accident almost always suffers a loss …

Can I Claim Depreciation on My Car After an Accident?Read More

You’ve been in a car accident. Your vehicle may be wrecked. You may be injured, missing work, or dealing with pain that wasn’t there yesterday. As the dust settles, one big question comes to mind: What compensation can I claim after a car accident? If you’re in San Francisco or anywhere in the Bay Area, …

What Damages Can I Claim After a California Car Accident?Read More

Getting into a car accident can be incredibly stressful—especially in a busy area like San Francisco or anywhere in the Bay Area. Between the shock, damage, and injuries, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. One of the first big questions on your mind might be: How do I file a car accident insurance claim? The good …

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