Orange County
Car Accidents
More than three decades of experience helping injured people hold negligent drivers and insurance companies accountable.
When the unexpected changes everything
You do not have to face the aftermath alone.
Every year, thousands of people are killed or seriously injured in catastrophic crashes in Orange County. Lives are changed in an instant, all because someone or something else made the choice not to pay attention to the road or follow the law—leaving you with painful injuries, mounting medical expenses, lost income, and uncertainty about what to do next.
Orange County car accident attorney Chris Purcell will examine every aspect of your accident, identify the responsible parties, explain your legal options, and pursue the wrongdoers (those at fault) to recover the compensation needed to put things in order and move forward.
- Direct attorney involvement
- Trial-ready preparation
- No fee unless we recover
What to do after a car accident
The steps you take now can protect your health—and your case.
01
Seek Medical Care
Get examined promptly, even if an injury is not immediately visible. Follow your doctor’s instructions and preserve every medical record.
02
Document the Scene
If your injuries allow, document the scene. Get photos of the cars, the scene, and the people involved; note the time, location, and position in the road. If your injuries are severe, have someone document these things for you or contact Purcell Law for immediate attention. This step is critical.
03
Protect Your Statements
State the facts to responding officers, but do not admit fault or give a recorded statement to an insurance company without counsel.
04
Contact an Attorney
Evidence can disappear and memories can fade. Speak with an experienced lawyer as soon as your immediate medical needs are addressed.
Compensation after a car accident
Your recovery should reflect the full impact of your injuries.
The value of a car (or truck) accident claim depends on the specific facts of the case and liability. Then “damages” depend on the severity of the injuries—and whether they are permanent in nature—and the extent to which those injuries and permanent damages change and limit your everyday life, including work, family, social activities, recreation, travel, exercise, and your overall quality of life.
A claim may include the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost income, and reduced earning capacity. Compensation may also be available for physical pain, emotional distress, inconvenience, and the diminished quality of life caused by the collision. By examining the complete impact of your injuries, Purcell Law works to pursue a recovery that reflects what you have already endured—as well as the challenges you may continue to experience.
Experience Matters When the Insurance Company Pushes.
For more than 35 years, attorney Chris Purcell has represented California accident victims in car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian collision cases, along with other serious personal injury matters. He answers his clients’ questions, addresses their concerns, and prepares every legitimate case with frank advice and determined advocacy—including taking the case to trial when necessary.
You pay no attorney fees unless compensation is recovered.
Building a strong claim
We Investigate Beyond the Police Report.
Insurance companies do not have your best interests in mind. Purcell Law develops the evidence needed to show what happened, who is responsible, and how the collision has affected your life.
- Analyze photographs, reports, video, and physical evidence.
- Interview witnesses while their memories are fresh.
- Evaluate negligent drivers and available insurance coverage.
- Consult medical experts and accident-reconstruction specialists when needed.