What Automobile Accident Services Does Brodsky Law Offer?
Automobile accidents are among the most common causes of serious personal injury in Santa Cruz County and throughout California. Collisions on Highway 1, Highway 17, and busy corridors like Mission Street can result in catastrophic injuries, mounting medical bills, and lost income. Under California law, victims of automobile accidents caused by another driver's negligence have the right to seek compensation for their damages. Sasha Brodsky has represented automobile accident victims in Santa Cruz and across California since 1998, handling cases involving cars, motorcycles, trucks, and other motor vehicles.
California follows the pure comparative negligence standard established in Li v. Yellow Cab Co. (1975), meaning an injured party can recover damages even if they were partially at fault — though the recovery is reduced by the percentage of their own negligence. Vehicle Code Section 16000 requires all drivers to carry proof of financial responsibility, and Insurance Code Section 11580.2 provides critical protections through uninsured and underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage. When the at-fault driver lacks adequate insurance, these provisions can be essential to obtaining fair compensation. Sasha works to identify all available sources of recovery, including UM/UIM claims, to maximize results for his clients.
Truck and commercial vehicle accidents present additional complexities, including federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, hours-of-service requirements, and potential liability of trucking companies in addition to individual drivers. Under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims — including automobile accidents — is two years from the date of injury. Prompt preservation of evidence, including police reports, witness statements, photographs, and electronic data from vehicles, is critical to building a strong case.
Sasha's scope of counsel includes but is not limited to:
Whether you were injured in a car collision, a motorcycle accident, or a crash involving a commercial truck, Sasha provides experienced counsel through every stage of the claims process — from accident investigation and insurance negotiations through litigation and trial when a fair settlement cannot be reached. He works to ensure that accident victims receive full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering under California law.
For more information about personal injury representation, visit our Personal Injury page. Contact Sasha Brodsky to discuss your automobile accident case.