San Francisco Personal Injury & Accident Attorneys

Frequently Asked Questions for Personal Injury Claims in San Francisco, California

What can I do if I was injured due to someone else’s negligence?
If you have been injured or have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, recklessness or wrongdoing you may be able to file a personal injury or wrongful death claim. A claim allows for you to seek monetary compensation for your losses.

What type of compensation can I seek?
When a person is the victim of an accident, wrongful death or medical malpractice they may seek compensation to cover any current and future medical expenses, or any other damages related to their claim. A person may also seek compensation for pain and suffering along with any lost wages.

Will I have to go to court for my personal injury claim?
It will depend on whether or not your San Francisco personal injury attorney is able to obtain a settlement for your claim. If they are able to settle outside of court then most likely you will not have to proceed with a civil court trial. In some instances, a settlement amount may be larger then what a person may be awarded by a judge and/or jury.

Do I have to file claim in a specified time period in California?
Yes. California Statutes state that a personal injury claim must be filed within a specific time period, typically 2 years.  The longer you wait to file however, the less serious your claim may be taken, critical evidence may be lost, and the testimony of any witnesses may be severely hindered.

The insurance company wants to meet with me and discuss the accident. What should I do?
It is very important that you do not speak to anyone about your potential personal injury claim. Failure to do so can seriously damage your claim and result in little or no compensation. If you or a family member have been injured or a victim of wrongful death, please contact a San Francisco personal injury lawyer at our firm immediately, We can review the circumstances of the accident and determine whether or not you may have a valid claim.

Contact us today to file a personal injury claim!