San Jose Passenger Van Accident Lawyers
A Team You Can Count On
At Caputo & Van Der Walde LLP, our skilled San Jose car accident attorneys have the experience, knowledge, and dedication to successfully represent clients seriously injured in passenger van accidents. Due to the fact that many passenger vans are contracted through a third party, it can be difficult to know who is ultimately liable for an accident. We take the guesswork out of your personal injury or car accident claim by managing it for you from start to finish.
People throughout Northern California choose to work with us because:
- We have over 85 years of total legal experience focused on personal injury claims.
- We are highly-acclaimed through various professional organizations, such as Avvo.
- We have won millions of dollars for past clients through successful case results.
- Our client testimonials show that we really care about the people we represent.
Our team of paralegals, administrative staff, and accident lawyers will put forth every effort to ensure that your case is handled in a timely, effective, and professional manner.
Determining Liability in Passenger Van Accidents
Schools, churches, day cares, businesses, hotels, and more all use passenger vans to transport large groups of people at a time. Perhaps unwittingly, the same organizations may put those riders in danger due to the inherent risks of a passenger van. In particular, passenger vans are prone to rollovers and fishtailing around corners, increasing the chance of causing a collision. When a passenger van accident does occur, who is to blame?
Liability in a passenger van collision may belong to multiple parties, including:
- Van driver: The simplest answer when questioning liability is often the right one. In the case of a passenger van accident, the van driver may likely be responsible for the crash. The liability placed on the driver would mean filing a claim against the van’s insurance company, as you had been hurt by another motorist.
- Parent company: When a passenger van accident occurs due to overloading passengers and luggage, the van driver might have been following strict company guidelines to allow so much weight in the vehicle. In such a situation, the parent company could be liable for setting or allowing unsafe standards.
- Van manufacturer: Some passenger vans are dangerous by design, such as one that allows up to four-feet of vehicle to hang beyond the back axle. The van manufacturer could be held accountable for van accidents related to poor design.
Call (800) 900-0863 To Begin Your Injury Claim
If you have been injured in a passenger van accident in the San Jose area, you have the right to hire legal representation to better pursue compensation.
At Caputo & Van Der Walde LLP, our accomplished accident lawyers may be able to recover the maximum monetary compensation for your passenger van accident injuries and other accident-related costs. The first step is retaining our services so you can pursue justice with confidence.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a passenger van accident, please contact a San Jose personal injury attorney at Caputo & Van Der Walde LLP to discuss your case.
A TRACK RECORD OF SUCCESS
Millions Recovered for Our Clients-
School Bus vs. Pedestrian Accident $8,825,000
School bus vs. pedestrian accident resulting in traumatic brain injury.
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Injury Onboard a SCTVA Bus $3,000,000
Injury onboard a SCTVA bus resulting in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).
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Improperly Secured Wheelchair Injury $2,650,000
Transit rider in wheelchair that tipped over due to a failure to properly secure the wheelchair. Plaintiff was paraplegic and sustained a rotator cuff injury resulting in loss of ability to self ambulate. This verdict resulted in a Trial Lawyer of the Year Award.
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Fatal Accident from Defective Highway $2,000,000
Auto accident resulting in wrongful death due to defective highway design.
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Auto vs. Bicycle Accident $2,000,000
Auto vs. bicycle accident. Plaintiff sustained injuries that resulted in paraplegia. The settlement was limited at $2 million due to insurance coverage.
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Single Car Rollover Accident $1,975,000
Single car rollover accident resulting in internal and orthopedic injuries to the passenger, including a 4 level spinal fusion requiring multiple surgeries and multiple colon surgeries.
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Auto vs. Big Rig Accident $1,650,000
Auto vs. Big Rig Accident. Crush injuries to the plaintiff’s leg occurred as a result of the accident.
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Auto vs. Pedestrian Accident $1,475,000
Auto vs. pedestrian accident involving leg crush injury.
Client Testimonials
Highly Rated & Reviewed-
“I am happy with the outcome and highly recommend Caputo and Van Der Walde to anyone seeking an injury lawyer.”
- Karen B -
“Our lawyer and his entire staff were extremely approachable and effective in getting a very good settlement from my own insurance company's under-insured motorist coverage. Our lawyer guided my husband and me through the process.”
- Chris G. -
“Paul has a great understanding of people's rights and drives to obtain all that is due to you. He listens and answers questions that anyone could understand without legalize. I contacted him through the recommendation of a friend.”
- Gary G.
WHAT SETS US APART?
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A Supportive Team on Your Side
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Included in Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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Perfect 10/10 Superb Rating on Avvo
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You Do Not Pay Unless We Win Your Case
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All Initial Case Reviews Are Free of Charge
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Legal Services Available in Spanish
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Tens of Millions of Dollars Recovered for Our Clients
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Over 85 Years of Combined Legal Experience