Car Accident Lawyer California | HellaHurt
Potentially relevant categories of loss and legal issues depend on the facts, evidence, applicable law, and coverage. A lawyer can assess a specific matter.
California Car Accident Law: Key Rules
California Vehicle Code § 22350 requires drivers to operate at a speed safe for conditions. California's pure comparative negligence rule may affect a claim depending on the facts, evidence, and applicable law. California requires drivers to carry at least $30,000/$60,000/$15,000 in bodily injury liability and property damage (effective January 1, 2025 under SB 1107).
Fault determination: California is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's insurer pays your damages. If the insurer disputes liability or undervalues your claim, HellaHurt litigates.
Issues for Attorney Review
Potentially relevant categories of loss and legal issues depend on the facts, evidence, applicable law, and coverage. A lawyer can assess a specific matter.
What to Do After a car accident in California
The steps you take immediately after a car accident in California can affect the information available for a later legal review. Consider these practical steps:
- Document the incident: Get police and emergency medical services to the scene. The police report is foundational evidence for your claim.
- Seek medical attention immediately: Even if you feel fine, get evaluated. Many serious injuries — including traumatic brain injuries and internal bleeding — have delayed symptoms. Gaps in medical treatment hurt your claim.
- Document everything: Take photos and video of the scene, all parties involved, road or property conditions, your visible injuries, and any damage. Surveillance footage is often overwritten within 24–72 hours — act fast.
- Get witness information: Names and phone numbers of anyone who witnessed the incident. Witnesses become harder to locate over time.
- Do not give a recorded statement: Do not give a recorded statement to the other party's insurance company without consulting an attorney first. Adjusters use recorded statements to find inconsistencies that reduce your settlement.
- Contact HellaHurt: Call 888-693-5777 or start your free AI case check to understand your rights before speaking with any insurance company.
Why Choose HellaHurt for Your California Car Accident Case
- Licensed California attorneys: Morgan D. Ross (CA Bar #270650) and Robert B. Salgado (CA Bar #297391)
- Contingency fee: No fees or case costs unless there's a recovery.
- Free AI case check: Get an instant analysis of your claim online
- Statewide representation: We handle cases throughout all of California
- Free consultation: No pressure, no obligation
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in California?
California's statute of limitations for personal injury is 2 years from the date of injury (CCP § 335.1). For claims against government entities, you have only 6 months to file a government tort claim. Contact HellaHurt immediately if you are approaching a deadline.
What issues may be relevant to a car accident in California?
Potentially relevant categories of loss and legal issues depend on the facts, evidence, applicable law, and coverage. A lawyer can assess a specific matter.
What issues may be relevant to a car accident claim in California?
Potentially relevant categories of loss and legal issues depend on the facts, evidence, applicable law, and coverage. A lawyer can assess a specific matter.
What if the other driver was uninsured?
California's Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage on your own policy covers you when the at-fault driver has no insurance or flees the scene.
Does HellaHurt handle car accident cases throughout California?
Yes. HellaHurt handles car accident cases throughout all of California — San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sacramento, and every city in between. We are a statewide firm. Call 888-693-5777 for a free consultation.
What if I was partially at fault for my car accident in California?
California follows pure comparative negligence — you can recover damages even if you were partially at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance adjusters often try to inflate your fault percentage to reduce their payout. HellaHurt fights back.
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