Santa Clara County Personal Injury Lawyer
Santa Clara County's tech-heavy commuter culture creates high bicycle and pedestrian accident rates, particularly in Sunnyvale, Mountain View, and Palo Alto. The US-101 and I-280 corridors see significant car and motorcycle accidents.
Statute of Limitations: 2 years from date of injury (CCP § 335.1). Claims against San Jose or Santa Clara County require a government tort claim within 6 months.
Practice Areas in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County Courthouses
- Old Courthouse — 161 N. First St., San Jose, CA 95113
- Hall of Justice — 190 W. Hedding St., San Jose, CA 95110
- Palo Alto Courthouse — 270 Grant Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94306
- Morgan Hill Courthouse — 15979 Concord Circle, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Cities We Serve in Santa Clara County
Our attorneys represent injury victims across all cities and communities in Santa Clara County.
Why Choose HellaHurt for Your Santa Clara County Injury Case?
- Local court knowledge — we know Santa Clara County judges, procedures, and local rules
- No fee unless we win — contingency fee representation
- Free AI case check — instant case analysis via Hurtcules AI
- Licensed California attorneys — Morgan D. Ross (CA Bar #270650) and Robert B. Salgado (CA Bar #297391)
Frequently Asked Questions — Santa Clara County Injury Claims
How long do I have to file an injury claim in Santa Clara County?
2 years from date of injury (CCP § 335.1). Claims against San Jose or Santa Clara County require a government tort claim within 6 months.
Which courthouse handles personal injury cases in Santa Clara County?
Santa Clara County personal injury cases are typically filed at the Old Courthouse (161 N. First St., San Jose, CA 95113). Cases may be heard at other branch courthouses depending on where the injury occurred.
Does HellaHurt handle cases throughout all of Santa Clara County?
Yes. We represent injury victims across all cities and unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County, including San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, and more.
What is the government tort claim deadline in Santa Clara County?
If a government entity caused or contributed to your injury, you must file a Government Tort Claim within 6 months of the incident (Government Code § 912.4) before you can file a lawsuit. Contact HellaHurt immediately if a government entity may be involved.
How much does it cost to hire HellaHurt?
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis — you pay only if we win your case. Your initial case review is always free.