Car Accident Lawyers in California

Find Accident and Injury Lawyers in California

California's size and complexity create a wide range of accident and injury cases, from freeway pileups on the I-5 to construction site injuries across the state's massive building sector. The state applies its own specific rules to injury claims, including a pure comparative fault system that can reduce your compensation based on your percentage of blame — even if you were 99% at fault, you can still recover 1% of damages.

California Injury Laws

The statute of limitations for most personal injury and accident claims in California is two years from the date of injury. Wrongful death claims also carry a two-year deadline, measured from the date of death. Missing this window almost always means losing your right to file a lawsuit.

California's pure comparative fault rule applies across case types — car accidents, truck collisions, slip and fall incidents, and workplace injury claims that involve third-party liability. There is no general cap on compensatory damages in standard injury cases, though medical malpractice claims are capped under the Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA), which was updated in 2023 to allow higher non-economic damage awards.

When to Contact a Lawyer in California

• You were injured in a car or truck accident and the other driver's insurance company is offering a quick settlement.
• You suffered a workplace injury and believe a third party beyond your employer shares responsibility.
• A family member died due to someone else's negligence, and you need to file a wrongful death claim before the two-year deadline.
• You were hurt on someone else's property due to unsafe conditions and are unsure who is liable.

Frequently Asked Questions About California Injury Claims

How does California's comparative fault rule affect my car accident settlement?

If you are found partially at fault, your award is reduced by your percentage of responsibility. For example, if a jury awards $100,000 but determines you were 30% at fault, you receive $70,000. Insurance adjusters in California frequently use this rule to argue for lower payouts, so having your own evidence matters.

Can I sue a property owner for a slip and fall injury in California?

Yes. California law requires property owners to maintain reasonably safe conditions. Under Civil Code Section 1714, owners and occupiers owe a duty of care to anyone lawfully on their property. You have two years to file, and your own degree of carelessness will be weighed under the comparative fault standard.