Santa Cruz California Car Accident Lawyers
Injured in a Car Accident in Santa Cruz?
Let Our Award-Winning Legal Team Help Obtain The Compensation You Deserve
Santa Cruz is a vibrant, scenic city—but car accidents still happen every day. Whether you were rear-ended on Ocean Street, involved in a crash along Highway 1, or hit while navigating busy areas near Pacific Avenue or the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the consequences can be serious. You may be left dealing with painful injuries, mounting medical bills, lost income, and a lot of uncertainty about your future.
If you were injured because of another driver’s negligence, you may be entitled to substantial compensation. At The Hassell Law Group, we have over 100 years of combined legal experience and a proven track record of recovering multi-million-dollar case results for injury victims throughout Northern California. We are ready to fight for you, too.
You don’t have to go through this alone. Call us today for a free consultation—and remember, you pay nothing up front. You won’t pay anything unless we win.
Don’t settle your car accident injury claim for less than it’s worth. You could be entitled to substantial compensation for your injuries. Contact our office today for a free consultation.
No fee unless we recover compensation for you. We are paid from the compensation we obtain for you.
Call Us Now: (831) 508-8819
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Why Choose Our Santa Cruz Car Accident Lawyers?
Choosing the right attorney is critical to protecting your rights and maximizing your recovery. At The Hassell Law Group, we offer:
- Multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements recovered for injured clients
- Deep knowledge of local roads like Highway 1, Ocean Street, Mission Street, and Soquel Avenue
- Direct, personalized communication with experienced attorneys—not case managers
- Aggressive pursuit of maximum compensation for your injuries
- No upfront fees—we only get paid if we recover compensation for you
Our team is committed to handling the legal work so you can focus on healing.
What Types of Car Accident Cases Do We Handle?
Every car accident is different, but most are caused by another driver’s negligence. We handle:
- Rear-end collisions
- Head-on collisions
- T-bone (side-impact) accidents
- Rollover accidents
- Multi-car pileups
- Hit-and-run accidents
- Accidents caused by drunk drivers
- Accidents caused by distracted drivers
- Uber, Lyft, and rideshare accidents
- Accidents involving delivery trucks or commercial vehicles
- Accidents caused by a driver who has no insurance
- Uninsured and Underinsured motorist claims
- Accidents with city buses or city vehicles
No matter how your crash happened, we are prepared to build a strong case on your behalf.
Common Car Accident Injuries
Car accidents often lead to serious, sometimes hidden injuries. We regularly represent clients suffering from:
- Whiplash and soft tissue injuries
- Concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Neck and back injuries
- Spinal cord damage and herniated discs
- Broken bones
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Burns, cuts, and lacerations
- Knee, shoulder, and joint injuries
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety from trauma
If you have been injured in a Santa Cruz car accident, don’t wait to seek medical care—and legal guidance.
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What to Do After a Car Accident in Santa Cruz
What you do immediately after a crash matters. Protect yourself by following these steps:
- Call 911 and report the accident to Police
- Seek immediate medical attention, even if injuries seem minor
- Exchange insurance and contact information with all parties involved
- Take photographs of the vehicles, the accident scene, and visible injuries
- Gather witness contact information if possible
- Avoid admitting fault or posting about the accident online
- Contact our Santa Cruz car accident lawyers before talking to insurance companies, even your own
Taking early action protects your health and strengthens your case.
Do I Really Need a Lawyer?
Yes, especially if you were injured. Insurance companies are not on your side. They want to pay as little as possible, as quickly as possible. Without legal representation, you risk:
- Settling for far less than your case is worth
- Making statements that hurt your claim
- Signing documents that you shouldn’t sign
- Making legal missteps
- Missing key legal deadlines
- Failing to secure evidence that may be critical to your case
The Hassell Law Group will fight aggressively to protect your rights and maximize your recovery.
When Should I Contact a Lawyer?
You should contact an attorney immediately if:
- You were injured and needed medical treatment
- You missed work because of your injuries
- The insurance company is delaying or denying your claim
- There’s a dispute about fault
- You’re unsure about your rights or options
Early legal representation can make a major difference in your outcome.
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What Compensation Can I Recover?
Depending on the facts of your case, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical expenses – including ER visits, hospital stays, doctor visits, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and future care
- Lost wages – if you missed any work or can’t return to your job
- Reduced earning capacity – if your injury affects your future income
- Pain and suffering damages– for the physical and emotional harm caused
- Property damage – including your vehicle and any personal property
- Out-of-pocket expenses – like transportation, co-pays, prescription costs
- Wrongful death damages – if you lost a loved one in the accident
We work tirelessly to recover every dollar you deserve.
What If the Other Driver Doesn’t Have Insurance?
If the at-fault driver was uninsured or underinsured, you may still have options. We can help you file a claim under your own Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage. We’ll review your policy and guide you through the process.
What If I Was a Passenger?
Passengers injured in car accidents have the right to seek compensation, whether the at-fault party was your driver or another motorist. We’re here to help you recover compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Where Do Car Accidents Happen in Santa Cruz?
Car accidents are known to occur at:
- Highway 1 and Highway 17 interchange
- Mission Street (Highway 1) and Bay Street intersections
- Ocean Street and Water Street corridors
- Downtown Santa Cruz and Pacific Avenue
- Beach Boardwalk and Seabright areas
- Soquel Avenue near Dominican Hospital
We know the local roadways, traffic patterns, and risks that affect your case.
What Our Clients Say
“The Hassell Law Group is one of the top personal injury law firms and you will not find more brilliant representation.”— Thomas C.
“Dawn Hassell is an absolutely brilliant attorney who employs only the brightest, most hardworking and caring lawyers. Together they make an unstoppable team who put the fear of God into insurance companies who only want to diminish your pain and long-term suffering and dismiss your Claim for the least amount of money that they can get away with. Fortunately for me, The Hassell Law Group was having none of that!”— Barbara S.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is my car accident case worth?
Every case is different. Your case value depends on your injuries, medical expenses, lost income, and the long-term effects of the crash. We’ll provide a free case evaluation.
Will I have to go to court?
Most car accident cases settle out of court. If necessary, however, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial to ensure you receive full compensation.
How long will my case take?
Timelines vary depending on medical recovery, case complexity, and insurance company cooperation. We’ll move your case forward as efficiently as possible.
What does it cost to hire your firm?
There’s no upfront fee. We only get paid if we win your case.
Recent Case Results
We’ve helped countless seriously injured accident victims in Northern California recover life-changing settlements.
$12.5 Million+ Confidential Settlement Result for a woman who was severely injured in a head on collision caused by a commercial truck driver.
$5,000,000 settlement for an injured woman in her 70’s and her husband who was killed in a head on collision caused by a negligent driver.
$4,900,000 result for a client in his mid-50s who was seriously injured when his vehicle was T-boned by a cement truck.
$4,677,244 court judgment in a serious motorcycle accident for a motorcyclist hit by a car driving on the wrong side of the road.
$4,500,000 settlement for a pedestrian in her 60’s who was hit by a vehicle while crossing in a crosswalk.
$2,525,000 result for 2 pedestrians struck by a loose trailer pulled by a commercial vehicle.
Speak With Our Santa Cruz Car Accident Lawyers Today
You don’t have to navigate the aftermath of a serious accident alone. Let our award-winning attorneys fight for the compensation you deserve.
- Call The Hassell Law Group at (831) 508-8819
- Contact Us Online
- Free consultation – No fee unless we recover compensation for you. We are paid out of the compensation we obtain for you.
The general information provided on this website should not be considered legal advice and does not constitute legal advice. For legal advice, you should consult directly with an attorney. If you contact us by telephone, email, letter, or by contact form submission through this website, please note that such communication does not create or constitute an attorney-client relationship. We cannot act as your attorney until we are hired as your attorney by a formal written agreement.