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California operates under a pure comparative negligence system, one of the most plaintiff-friendly rules in the United States. Even if you are 99% at fault for an accident, you can still recover 1% of your damages. This makes California an excellent state for injury victims, though insurance companies will aggressively try to assign you maximum fault to reduce their payout.

The statute of limitations for most personal injury cases in California is 2 years from the date of injury. However, if your claim involves a government entity (city bus accident, dangerous road conditions, etc.), you must file a claim within 6 months. Missing these deadlines typically means losing your right to compensation forever.

Car, Motorcycle & Truck Accidents

California's major highways – including I-5, I-405, I-10, US-101, and I-15 – are among the most congested and dangerous in the nation. Los Angeles County alone reports over 50,000 injury accidents annually. The Bay Area, San Diego, and Inland Empire also see high rates of car accidents, truck collisions, and motorcycle crashes due to heavy traffic and aggressive driving. Commercial truck accidents often result in settlements exceeding $1 million due to the severity of injuries and clear liability issues.

Slip & Fall and Premises Liability

Property owners in California have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors and customers. Slip and fall accidents in grocery stores, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels, and apartment complexes can result in serious injuries including broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord damage. California law requires proving the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition. Our network attorneys have successfully recovered substantial compensation for clients injured on unsafe premises throughout the state.

Workplace Injuries

California workers injured on the job are typically covered by workers' compensation insurance, which provides medical benefits and wage replacement regardless of fault. However, if a third party caused your workplace injury – such as a negligent contractor, defective equipment manufacturer, or reckless driver – you may be entitled to pursue a personal injury claim in addition to workers' comp benefits. Construction accidents, industrial injuries, and delivery driver accidents are common scenarios where third-party liability exists.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice cases in California require proving that a healthcare provider deviated from accepted standards of care, resulting in injury or death. These cases involve surgical errors, misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, medication mistakes, anesthesia errors, and birth injuries. California has specific procedural requirements and caps on non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases. Our network includes attorneys experienced in navigating California's complex medical malpractice laws and holding negligent healthcare providers accountable.

Dog Bites and Animal Attacks

California has strict liability laws for dog bites, meaning owners are automatically liable for injuries their dogs cause, regardless of the dog's prior behavior or the owner's knowledge of aggression. Dog attacks can cause severe physical injuries, permanent scarring, nerve damage, and psychological trauma, particularly in children. Homeowner's and renter's insurance policies typically cover dog bite claims, making it possible to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Wrongful Death Claims

When negligence results in a fatality, surviving family members in California can file wrongful death claims to recover damages for loss of companionship, funeral and burial expenses, lost financial support, and emotional suffering. California law allows spouses, domestic partners, children, and in some cases parents and other dependents to file wrongful death claims. These cases require compassionate yet aggressive legal representation to ensure families receive the justice and financial security they deserve during an incredibly difficult time.

Average personal injury settlements in California are significantly higher than the national average, ranging from $20,000 for minor injuries to over $750,000 for catastrophic cases. California's high cost of living, expensive medical care, and plaintiff-friendly laws contribute to larger settlements. Our network of California attorneys has secured millions in compensation for injured clients statewide.