22+ Years
Legal Experience
About Maria C. Jaime
Maria C. Jaime is a seasoned personal injury attorney at Curtis Litigation Group, focusing her practice on representing clients in cases involving auto mishaps, truck incidents, off-road vehicle accidents, trip and fall disputes, and wrongful death claims. Her commitment to advocacy is rooted in her upbringing as the daughter of migrant farm workers in California.
Maria earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences from California State University, Stanislaus in 2000 and her law degree from Lincoln College of San Jose in 2003. She has been licensed to practice law in California since 2004. Maria's career began with California Rural Courtroom Assistance, where she provided free legal services to rural low-income families.
In 2006, Maria became the first Latina lawyer at Curtis Legal Group, where she continues to vigorously defend the rights of injured victims. Her professional affiliations include the State Bar of California, Stanislaus County Bar Association, and Wray F. Ladin American Inn of Court.
A leader in the Hispanic community, Maria is actively involved with the Stanislaus County Latino Giving Circle and has volunteered with the Hispanic Leadership Council, the American GI Forum, Mujeres Latinas of Stanislaus County, and the Latino Community Roundtable. She has served as Past-President of the Latino Business Association and held board positions with the Stanislaus County Literacy Center, Interfaith Ministries, Central California Child Development Services, Inc., and El Concilio.
Maria's excellence in personal injury law has been recognized by her inclusion in the Northern California Super Lawyers List by Thomson Reuters in 2020 and 2021.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
California Car Accident Laws
Understanding California's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$5K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Maria C. Jaime specialize in?
Maria specializes in personal injury cases including auto and truck accidents, off-road vehicle incidents, trip and fall disputes, and wrongful death claims.
What is Maria C. Jaime's educational background?
Maria earned a Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences from California State University, Stanislaus, and a law degree from Lincoln College of San Jose.
Is Maria C. Jaime involved in community activities?
Yes, Maria is actively involved in various Hispanic community organizations and has held leadership roles in several local initiatives.
What recognitions has Maria C. Jaime received?
Maria was selected for the Northern California Super Lawyers List by Thomson Reuters for her work in personal injury law in 2020 and 2021.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Maria C. Jaime for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Maria for a free case review
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