Personal Injury & Car Accident Lawyers in Sacramento, California

Demas Law Group, PC

701 Howe Avenue Suite A-1 Sacramento, California 95825 USA

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Car Accident Lawyers in Sacramento, California

Demas Law Group, P.C. is a unique personal injury firm dedicated to assisting victims of life-changing or career-altering events. We offer specialized legal skills, experience and diligence and devote all our resources to providing exceptional legal representation and personal service. Our track record of success includes numerous seven-figure settlements and verdicts, and has earned us accolades from our peers and the community.

Our personal injury attorneys have handled a broad range of cases ranging from automobile collisions to complex defective product cases and we have won cases against some of the largest insurance companies and corporations in America.
Our Experience & Reputation

Demas Law Group, P.C. has received an "AV" rating, the highest possible national rating from Martindale-Hubbell. The "AV" rating is derived from confidential assessments by attorneys in the community as well as judges. In addition to the highest attainable legal ability ratings, our personal injury law firm has been given the highest marks for "adherence to professional standards of conduct, ethics, reliability and diligence."

A leader in the personal injury community, firm founder John N. Demas, is recognized as one of the top personal injury attorneys around. Mr. Demas has been granted membership in The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), a respected professional organization with exclusive membership limited only to the most impressive trial attorneys. ABOTA is working to elevate the standards of integrity, honor, and courtesy in the legal profession. In addition, Mr. Demas has been selected as a Northern California Superlawyer for 4 straight years (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012), an exclusive honor limited to less than 5% of all attorneys and approximately 1% of plaintiff personal injury attorneys. Mr. Demas also has a 10/10 rating, the highest possible rating, with the most prominent and independent web site, Avvo.com.

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Our Approach

We believe the approach we take in our cases sets us apart from many of the other law firms who practice in our field.

First, we deliver personal attention to our clients by listening, remaining accessible, and promptly responding to their needs. Many of our cases are referred by other attorneys or satisfied prior clients and we have learned that nothing is more important than consistently delivering exceptional service and personal commitment to each client and each case.

Second, we prepare every case as if it will go to trial. Of course, over 90% of our cases settle without the need for trial and we are strong believers that a reasonable settlement eliminates the uncertainty of the outcome of a trial. However, we believe our success in reaching reasonable settlements for our clients is because we are always fully prepared for trial and our adversaries know it.

All consultations are always free.

Personal Injury Lawyers
• John N. Demas, Esq.
• Jessica S Grigsby, Esq.
• Melissa D. Bickel, Esq.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Cell Phone Accidents; Drunk Driver (DUI) Collisions; Hit & Run; Uninsured/Under-Insured Motorists; No Insurance; Intersection Accidents; Negligent Roadway Design; Airline & Helicopter Accidents; Recreational Vehicle Accidents; Jet Ski Accidents; ATV Accidents; Snow Mobile Accidents; Swimming Pool Accidents; Fires & Explosions; Defective Vehicle; Inadequate Crash Worthiness; Seat Belt Failure; Air Bag Failure; Nerve Damage and Paralysis; Amputation; Fractures; Injuries to Children; Defective Medical Devices

Practice Areas Description

Demas Law Group provides legal representation on the following areas of practice:

- Accidents

Wondering if you have an accident case? Remember that the term "accident" covers a wide range of issues. An accident doesn't have to be a result of a vehicle collision. You might fall into the category of needing an accident lawyer because you are injured on a poorly maintained property, or you are given a defective or faulty product that winds up causing you harm. Oftentimes, in an accident case, you may be offered an initial settlement by an insurance company (for instance, if you slip on someone's front steps and experience a brain injury, the homeowner's insurance company may try to settle with you). As you can imagine, settling early on may not be in your best interest, particularly if your injuries are very severe or require long-term care. Never talk with the other party's insurance company, and get legal help as soon as you can follow the accident.

- Car Accident

Given our state's freeway system, Californians find themselves in cars quite a bit. Plenty of Californians work within a city, yet live in a suburb that's half an hour to an hour or more away; it's no wonder that car accidents can occur with regularity. Traffic, gridlock, drivers on cell phones—there's just no escaping it, and every now and then, accidents resulting in serious injury occur. At Demas Law Group we can offer you experienced legal help following your car accident. We know that you have more important things to do than fight insurance companies, like recover from your injuries and regain control over your life.

- Cell Phone Accidents

With advances in technology such as internet connections on phones and other portable devices, the distractions will only become greater in the future. Until laws are passed prohibiting the use of cell phones while driving, the only recourse for an injured victim of a distracted driver is a personal injury lawsuit based on the negligence of the driver. If you have been involved in an automobile accident in California that you feel may have been caused by a distracted driver or a someone driving while using a cell phone, you need the knowledge and resources of experienced California personal injury lawyers who are willing to investigate an accident to the fullest to ensure that their clients get just and adequate compensation for their injuries.

- DWI/DUI Accident

Drunk (or drugged) driving, also known as “Driving while intoxicated” or “Driving under the influence” is a serious problem with serious consequences. At Demas Law Group, we have substantial experience as California DUI lawyers, and we can help you get the compensation you deserve for injuries resulting from an accident that involved alcohol or drug use. Even if you are offered what seems like a good settlement by the other driver's insurance, run it by an experienced DUI accident attorney to be sure. At Demas Law Group, we have decades of collective experience dealing with insurance companies in all types of situations, and we have a good sense of what you can expect from a DUI accident injury settlement.

- Hit and Run Accidents

If you've been the victim of a hit-and-run accident, you already know how it feels to be hit and then left behind in the middle of a road or by the side of a highway. Perhaps you were left unconscious or just conscious enough to be deeply upset by your injuries and your inability to seek aid. Our firm stands ready to help you since we've been successfully representing Californians injured in hit-and-run accidents for many years.

- Uninsured/Under-Insured Motorists

"Uninsured motorist" means that the person responsible for your injuries is operating a vehicle without any insurance coverage whatsoever. If you have purchased uninsured motorist coverage, you will be able to collect from your insurance company to recoup your damages (both property and personal). "Underinsured motorist" means that the person responsible for your injuries has opted to purchase only the minimum policy required by law. If you have purchased underinsured motorist coverage, you will be able to collect from your insurance company to recoup your damages (both property and personal) that exceed the responsible party's limits.

- Motorcycle Accidents

Since motorcycles generally do not provide a comparable level of protection from collisions as a car or truck does, many cases brought to court for motorcycle accidents may involve a need for extensive medical care. People injured on a motorcycle may face injuries that will remain with them for an extended period of time – if not for the rest of their lives – and we recognize that your compensation should include claims for continued care, loss of wages, and other types of damages. At Demas Law Group, we have years of experience as California motorcycle attorneys; we can provide the legal assistance you need to prove driver negligence and win your claim for damages.

- Pedestrian Accidents

Motor vehicle operators have a responsibility to adhere to the laws of the road and drive in a safe and observant manner at all times. Pedestrians are injured and killed every day due to a driver's negligence. Pedestrians who are hit by motor vehicles may have a claim against the driver but they must prove that the driver was negligent and his negligence caused the accident. The very nature of the circumstances (3,000 pound car versus unprotected pedestrian) suggests that the driver would ultimately be responsible, however pedestrians must also adhere to the laws of the road.

- Bus Accidents

More and more people are using buses to not only move around town, but also to take trips with groups of others in order to save money on fuel and air fare and to avoid the responsibilities that come with driving. Unfortunately, this does not mean that bus accidents do not occur, as they do, and when these situations arise, they often lead to disaster. Anyone who has been harmed in such a situation needs to seek the help of experienced Sacramento bus accidents lawyers.

- Bicycle Accidents

Over the past 10 years, bicycling has become extremely popular in the United States. It is a convenient and inexpensive method of travel, especially in large cities where traffic is congested and parking spaces are difficult to find. High tech materials and fabrication have now made bicycle riding virtually effortless and many families enjoy exploring the countryside on bicycles. Many cities now recognize the increase in bike traffic and have constructed special bike lanes. Parks have now made trails accessible to bicycles. Even some vehicle manufacturers are now offering bike racks as standard equipment. Sadly, however, many automobile drivers do not respect the bicyclists' rights to share the roads and, more importantly, young bike riders haven't been educated on how to legally and safely share the roads with automobiles.

- Truck Accidents

The California truck accident attorneys at Demas Law Group possess long-term expertise with truck accidents of all types. With congested roads and freeways, such accidents can be relatively common. Injuries may result from accidents involving smaller trucks, such as delivery vehicles or contractor trucks; however, the trucks that probably cause the most concern for drivers of smaller cars are the huge semi-trucks that pepper the highways. The freeways are rarely without these massive vehicles, and for many drivers in the state these trucks have a huge potential to cause dangerous accidents. Drivers of these trucks, too, may fall victim to unsafe practices on the part of the trucking company for whom they are working.

- Airline & Helicopter Accidents

Traveling by airplane or helicopter is a mode of transportation that’s statistically safer than driving a vehicle on public roads. While this reality may be true, it doesn’t mean that airline and helicopter accidents do not occur, and when they do, disaster is often the immediate result. If you or someone you love has been harmed in an airline or a helicopter accident, you need to seek the immediate help of Sacramento aviation accident lawyers.

- Boating Accidents

California, with close to one million registered recreational vessels, has the second highest water sport accident rate in the United States. Boating, jet skiing, water skiing and other water sports are popular activities in our Golden State. These activities, while entertaining and exciting, pose unique dangers of personal injury and wrongful death and complex legal and safety issues could be involved. Any injury that occurs on or with a boat, ship, ferry or personal water craft (jet ski) is considered a boating accident. Legal claims involving water accidents can involve complex legal and technical issues. The Law Offices of Demas Law Group are experienced in handling complex lawsuits involving injuries sustained in boating accidents.

- Jet Ski Accidents

Summer in Sacramento is the time when people look for ways to enjoy themselves outdoors while simultaneously escaping the heat the grips the region during this time on the calendar. One of the most popular ways to accomplish this is to spend a day of fun on a jet ski. While jet skis are a popular recreational choice, they also present risks and dangers, and those who have been injured in a jet ski accident should seek the help of Sacramento personal injury lawyers as soon as possible.

- Train Accidents

Trains and railroads remain a constant in the United States even as our society continues to modernize seemingly every day. While most of us merely hear trains and dismiss them, train traffic remains enormously high, as this mode of transportation moves cargo and passengers 24 hours per day. Unfortunately, a high number of train accidents occur, and if you or someone you love has been harmed in such an occurrence, you need to seek the help of Sacramento train accidents lawyers immediately.

- Dog Bites

Victims of dog bites often suffer more than just the physical harm caused by the dog. Emotional damage is also a factor when dogs attack, and the compensation you get should reflect this. The right attorney can help you get the money you deserve on top of any medical bills or time off work. There are exceptions to the owner's liability. For instance, the owner is not liable for injuries imposed on those people trespassing, committing a felony, provoking the dog, or injured by a police dog at the time of the incident. In any case, you case must be presented to prove the identity of the dog's owner and that the dog did in fact bite you without provocation. The right lawyer can prove the pain and suffering you endured as well as the emotional harm inflicted on you due to the attack.

- Premises Liability

A premises liability action, most commonly known as "slip and fall" is a claim brought against a negligent property owner. Most slip and fall accidents happen in commercial locations, such as grocery stores, gas stations, office buildings, etc., but can also occur on private property. Although thankfully not as common, you may also have a claim against a property owner for any injury you sustain as a result of his failure to provide adequate security on the premises. Property owners generally have the responsibility of anticipating hazards and should be responsible for maintaining their premises in a safe condition, but, all too often, they clean up or fix the danger after you are injured, thus removing the "evidence".

- Swimming Pool Accidents

California is full of swimming pools. Our pleasant climate allows people to actively engage in swimming during much of the year, and for this reason many families have swimming pools in their backyards. There are also a large number of public pools that enjoy a steady stream of patrons during the warm months. With an increased number of pools throughout the state, the result is a large number of pool accidents. In some cases, severe injuries may result. At Demas Law Group, we can help you and your family if one of you has been injured in a swimming pool case. Swimming pool negligence cases may arise from a variety of factors.

- Construction Site Accident

Construction site employees work in one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. Hundreds of thousands of workers are injured and even killed in construction site accidents each year. Demas Law Group is the law firm that believes in getting to know each and every client on a personal level to successfully represent California injury victims. Sacramento attorneys, John Demas, started his firm with the vision of achieving justice and obtaining maximum results for serious injury victims.

- Product Liability

If you've experienced a problem with a defective or dangerous product, you may have a product liability case on your hands. Some dangerous products have been part of large suits due to widespread problems, or have been subject to recall. Sometimes, it seems like there's a dangerous product lurking in the most innocent of places; contaminated food, flammable children's clothing, lead-painted toys, and more.

- Wrongful Death

Whenever there is a death involved in a lawsuit, there will undoubtedly be parallel emotional anguish. It simply isn't an easy subject to deal with. Not only has a loved one passed away, but by definition a wrongful death charge means that someone else caused the death. In other words, it isn't a natural death, and someone was cheated out of fulfilling their life expectancy. It isn't an easy situation to deal with by any means, and seeking financial compensation for a wrongful death won't be the first thing a bereaved person thinks about. At Demas Law Group, we have years and years of experience with cases like yours, and we make it a priority to both listen sympathetically and to pursue the case aggressively on your behalf so that you can get the compensation your loved one would want you to have.

- Neck & Back Injuries

An injury to your spine, back or neck can be extremely painful and may possibly inflict you for the rest of your life. The severity of the injury depends on how you were hurt as well as your age. For older people, the injury is usually more serious because older spines are less elastic, and the injury may not heal as quickly in older patients. Even in young patients, however, the pain and duration of the injury may be great. You need an experienced lawyer to explain your legal rights and workers compensation available to victims of spine, back and neck injury. When the injury occurs on public property, an attorney can assist you in determining who is at fault and for what damages the responsible party should pay. If you were injured in an automobile accident, you will most likely be able to receive monetary compensation from your insurance company or the insurance company covering the other party.

- Spinal Cord Injuries

Injuries involving the spine can be incredibly debilitating. These types of injuries might force you to quit working, stop playing the sports you enjoy, and if severe enough might actually confine you to a wheelchair for the rest of your life. It is no surprise that an accident leading to a spinal injury might eventually wind up in litigation, because the medical bills alone can grow exponentially. Medical bills aren't the only concern that an injured person should have, and California spinal injury lawyers can assist injured people in wading through the various issues associated with this type of injury.

- Traumatic Brain Injuries

The effects of a blow to the head can be shattering. Your whole life can change in an instant. No matter what the cause, an accident can leave you and your family having to deal with serious medical and legal issues. You need a tough personal injury lawyer to pursue all avenues of the law to get you the compensation you deserve. Although automobile accidents are the most common causes, head injuries can occur in bicycle or motorcycle wrecks, falls and sporting accidents.

- Fractures

Bones are not easily broken, but when a force is exerted on a bone that is stronger than the bone itself, a fracture will occur. In children, fractures account for 10 to 15 percent of all childhood injuries. For elderly people, a fracture might occur more easily because our bones become more brittle as we get older. Bones can be fractured in many types of events, but litigation may be necessary to ensure you are taken care of properly. Knowing your rights as the victim of a traumatic event can help you to pay for medical bills and lost time off work. You need the advice of an experienced California fracture injury attorney.

- Nursing Home Abuse

The statistics on nursing home and elderly abuse are grim. Conservative estimates state that one of three homes in America will be affected in some way by abuse of an elder relative while in a nursing home. With the elderly population growing rapidly, nursing home residents nationwide number over 1.6 million. Currently, there are over 17,000 registered nursing home and elder care facilities. This number is expected to rise to 5 million in the next three decades. Sadly, as the number of nursing home residents increases, so does the frequency of abuse.

- Personal Injury

Our Sacramento personal injury lawyers engage in highly competent and aggressive legal representation for injured people. We have built a reputation of imparting quality legal service and have exhibited a superior commitment to professionalism. The Sacramento personal injury lawyers at our firm handle any type of catastrophic injuries from car, truck or motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice and airplane crashes. Personal injury cases can also include pedestrian accidents, falls, dog bites, and defective medications or other products. The main aim of personal injury lawsuits is not limited to seeking compensation for physical injuries. If you have a case of personal injury, your skilled personal injury lawyer will help you in getting compensation for medical treatment, financial losses and emotional trauma. Besides, if there are lifelong disabilities, you have the right to get extended care in cases involving catastrophic injuries. Personal injury can also cover lost wages and additional damages.

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John N. Demas, Esq. Attorney Bad Faith Insurance, Catastrophic Injuries, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

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