Frequently Asked Questions

We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of your settlement or court award. Your initial consultation is completely free with no obligation.

California's statute of limitations for most personal injury cases is 2 years from the date of injury. For government claims, you may have as little as 6 months. It's crucial to consult an attorney immediately to protect your rights.

Case value depends on medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, permanent disability, and other factors. Minor injuries may settle for $10,000-$50,000, while severe injuries can reach $100,000-$1 million+. We provide free case evaluations to estimate your claim's value.

Simple cases may settle in 3-6 months. Complex cases involving serious injuries can take 12-24 months or longer. We work efficiently while ensuring you receive maximum compensation.

Immediately after an accident:
1) Seek medical attention immediately
2) Call police and file a report
3) Document the scene with photos
4) Exchange information with other drivers
5) Do NOT admit fault
6) Contact a personal injury attorney before speaking to insurance companies

Yes. California follows 'comparative negligence' law. Even if you were partially at fault, you can still recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you're 20% at fault in a $100,000 case, you'd receive $80,000.

You may recover:
• Medical expenses (past and future)
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Punitive damages (in cases of extreme negligence)

While not legally required, studies show injury victims with attorneys receive 3.5x more compensation on average. Insurance companies have lawyers protecting their interests—you should too. We handle all negotiations and paperwork while you focus on recovery.

You may still recover through:
1) Your uninsured motorist (UM) coverage
2) Underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage if their policy is insufficient
3) Personal lawsuit against the driver
4) Other liable parties (employer, property owner, etc.)

Most personal injury cases (95%+) settle before trial. We prepare every case for trial to maximize settlement leverage, but only go to court when it's in your best interest to do so.