Personal Injury · California
Hurt in an accident? Talk to the firm before you talk to the insurance company.
The insurer’s job is to pay as little as it can, and its first call often comes before you know how badly you are hurt.
No attorney’s fee unless the firm recovers money for you. If there is no recovery, you owe nothing for fees or case costs.
Right after an accident
Five things that protect your claim
What you do in the first days matters.
California generally gives you two years from the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, and as little as six months to present a claim against a government agency. Do not wait to ask.
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Get medical care, and follow up
Your health comes first. Medical records also show what the accident did to you.
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Photograph everything
The scene, the vehicles, your injuries, the hazard that made you fall.
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Collect names and insurance
The other driver or property owner, and anyone who saw it happen.
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Report it
To the police after a crash, or to the manager or owner after a fall.
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Wait on recorded statements
Get advice before you give the other side’s insurer a recorded statement or sign a release.
What the firm handles
Personal Injury matters we take on.
- Car, truck and motorcycle crashes
- Pedestrian and bicycle collisions
- Slip, trip and fall injuries
- Dog bites
- Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims
- Wrongful death claims
Not on the list? Ask. If the firm is not the right fit, we will tell you.
Helpful to have, not required
- Photos of the scene and your injuries
- The police or incident report number
- Insurance details for everyone involved
- Medical bills and visit summaries so far
You can start with none of this. The firm helps you gather records.
What happens next
How it works with the firm.
No attorney’s fee unless the firm recovers money for you. If there is no recovery, you owe nothing for fees or case costs.
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Tell us what happened
Three quick questions and your phone number. No paperwork to start.
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The firm reviews it, free
We tell you honestly whether you have a case and what it would involve.
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We take over the insurance company
If you hire the firm, calls and letters from adjusters go through us while you recover.
“They were quick to help and start the litigation process. They have been attentive and goal oriented. … They are not just a push over group who settle for the minimum. They demonstrated that they are willing and capable of litigating.”
Reviews are from the firm’s Google profile, quoted as written with names left out. Each one reflects one client’s experience and is not a guarantee, warranty or prediction of the outcome of your matter. 5.0 on Google
Common questions
Personal Injury: what people ask first.
What does it cost to hire the firm?
No attorney’s fee unless the firm recovers money for you. If there is no recovery, you owe nothing for fees or case costs. The percentage and the terms are in a written agreement you see before you hire the firm.
Should I talk to the insurance adjuster?
You can report the basic facts to your own insurer. Before you give the other side’s insurer a recorded statement, sign a medical release or accept an offer, get advice. Early statements are often used to reduce what is paid.
What if I was partly at fault?
California law can still allow a recovery when you share some of the fault. The amount is reduced by your share. Do not rule yourself out before talking to a lawyer.
How long do I have?
Generally two years from the date of injury to file suit in California, and as little as six months to present a claim against a government agency. Evidence fades much faster than that, so ask early.
What is my case worth?
No honest lawyer can give you a number on day one. It depends on your injuries, your treatment, lost income and the insurance available. The firm will tell you what drives the value once we know the facts.
This page is general information about California law, not legal advice for your situation.
Find out where you stand. It costs nothing to ask.
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