California gives you two years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. Property damage claims have a three-year limit. Government entity claims must be filed within six months of the incident
California’s “pure comparative negligence” law allows you to recover damages even if you were partially at fault. Your percentage of fault simply reduces your compensation.
No. Their adjusters are trained to obtain statements that can be used against you. Let your attorney handle all communication with opposing insurance companies.
Your uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage may apply. We can also help locate other potential sources of compensation and pursue the at-fault driver personally.
Property owners remain responsible for maintaining safe conditions even when hazards might appear obvious to some visitors. Adequate warnings, barriers, or prompt repairs are still required.
California’s comparative negligence law allows recovery even when victims contributed to their accidents. Compensation is reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to the victim.
California provides a two-year statute of limitations for most slip and fall cases, though government entity claims require much shorter notice periods.
Property owners can be liable for hazards they should have discovered through reasonable inspection and maintenance practices, even without actual knowledge.
Most slip and fall cases settle through negotiation, but our trial preparation ensures insurance companies take settlement discussions seriously.
Multiple parties may bear responsibility, including local managers, corporate owners, and property management companies, potentially increasing available compensation.
California Civil Code 3342 applies when the victim is “in a public place or lawfully in a private place”. Trespassing may affect liability, but property owners still have duties regarding dangerous animals, and we investigate all circumstances to determine available legal options.
California’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the bite date. However, claims against government entities require six-month notice periods.
Many homeowner’s and renter’s insurance policies cover dog bite liability. We investigate all potential coverage sources and pursue personal assets when insurance is insufficient.
Animal control decisions about dangerous dogs are separate from civil liability cases. Courts generally cannot order euthanization in civil lawsuits, though criminal charges might result in such orders.
California’s strict liability law applies to all dog bites regardless of the animal’s prior history. First-time incidents still result in full owner liability for victim damages.
Medical records documenting bite wound patterns, animal control reports, and physical evidence often provide sufficient proof. We work with medical experts who can analyze wounds to confirm animal attacks.
Children receive special protection under dog bite laws. Even during seemingly friendly play, owners remain liable for bite injuries when their animals attack children.
California requires helmets under Vehicle Code Section 27803, but the lack of other protective equipment doesn’t establish fault for the accident. However, it may affect damage calculations related to specific injuries.
Absolutely. Assembly Bill 51 legalized lane-splitting in California when performed safely. We prove that driver negligence, not legal lane-splitting, caused your accident through evidence and expert testimony.
California’s statute of limitations allows two years from the date of the accident for personal injury claims, as outlined in Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1. Property damage claims have three years. Government entities require six-month notice periods for claims.
Your uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage may provide compensation. We also investigate other potential liability sources, including vehicle owners, employers, and parties who contributed to dangerous road conditions.
No. Preserve your motorcycle as evidence until a proper inspection and documentation have occurred. We arrange for qualified mechanics and accident reconstruction experts to examine damage patterns that may prove driver negligence.
Most cases settle within 12 to 24 months, depending on the severity of the injury and the progress of recovery. Cases involving permanent disabilities or disputed liability may require additional time to ensure that maximum compensation is obtained.
California’s pure comparative negligence law, as outlined in Civil Code Section 1714, allows recovery even if you contributed to the accident. Your compensation is reduced only by your actual percentage of responsibility as determined by evidence.
Most motorcycle accident cases are settled through negotiation. However, our trial preparation ensures insurance companies take settlement discussions seriously and offer fair compensation rather than risk-averse jury verdicts.
