Personal Injury
Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you were injured in a car, truck, motorcycle, or rideshare accident in California, you may be entitled to significant compensation. We handle the legal process so you can focus on recovery.
Motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of serious injury in California. Whether you were rear-ended on the freeway, struck at an intersection, or sideswiped on a surface street, the physical, financial, and emotional toll can be significant. Our firm has represented hundreds of accident victims throughout Sacramento and the surrounding area.
Insurance companies move quickly after an accident — often contacting you before you fully understand the extent of your injuries. We level the playing field by taking over all communications, preserving critical evidence, and building a claim that reflects the true cost of your losses.
What We Handle
Types of Motor Vehicle Cases
Compensation
What You May Be Entitled To
Every case is different, but compensation in motor vehicle accident cases can include medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, and property damage. We work with medical and financial experts to ensure your claim reflects the full impact of your injuries.
In cases involving serious or permanent injuries, we also pursue compensation for future medical care and long-term loss of earning capacity. When another driver's conduct was especially reckless — such as drunk driving — punitive damages may also be available.
After an Accident
Steps to Protect Your Claim
The decisions you make in the hours and days after an accident can significantly affect the value of your claim. Here is what we recommend:
Seek Medical Attention Immediately
Even if you feel fine, get evaluated by a doctor. Many serious injuries — including concussions and soft tissue damage — do not present symptoms right away. A medical record creates a direct link between the accident and your injuries.
Document the Scene
If you are able, photograph the vehicles, road conditions, traffic signals, and any visible injuries. Collect the other driver's insurance information and get contact details from any witnesses.
Do Not Give a Recorded Statement
Insurance adjusters may contact you quickly and ask for a recorded statement. You are not required to provide one. Anything you say can be used to minimize or deny your claim. Contact us before speaking with any insurer.
Contact an Attorney Early
Evidence disappears, memories fade, and statutes of limitations apply. The sooner we are involved, the better positioned we are to preserve evidence and build the strongest possible case on your behalf.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a claim in California?
In most cases, California's statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. If a government entity is involved, you may have as little as six months to file a claim. We recommend contacting us as soon as possible.
What if the other driver was uninsured?
You may still have options. If you carry uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, we can pursue a claim through your own policy. We can also evaluate whether any other parties — such as a vehicle owner or employer — share liability.
What if I was partially at fault?
California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you were partially responsible for the accident. Your recovery will be reduced in proportion to your share of fault.
Injured? Get The Compensation You Deserve.
Our Sacramento personal injury attorneys are ready to fight for you. Free consultation. Contingency fee, so you pay nothing upfront.