In most cases, two years. If the injury was not discovered right away, then you have one year from the date the injury was discovered. We encourage you to contact us as soon as possible to ensure that you do…
Category: Personal Injury
What kind of cases do you handle?
I handle a range of cases involving personal injury and workers’ compensation. These include but are not limited to car accidents, pedestrian accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall accidents, product liability, dog bites, and wrongful deaths, among others.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim?
You have two years from the injury itself. So, if you were injured in an accident then you have two years from the date of the accident to file a case. By that same token, according to The Judicial Branch of California, “if the injury was not discovered right away, then it is one year from the date the injury was discovered.”
The Insurance Adjuster Called Me, What Do I Do?
We strongly recommend not speaking to an insurance adjuster or, indeed, anyone else involved with the litigation. It’s entirely possible that someone from the insurance company may reach out to you in the friendliest, most sympathetic manner. That said, it’s…
I Was in an Accident But I Don’t Feel Hurt, What Should I Do?
Even if you don’t believe that you were hurt in an accident, you should still receive medical attention. The truth is that, unfortunately, many of the worst injuries from a vehicular accident are those which may not show up immediately….
What Do I Do After an Accident/Injury?
First, get yourself to safety. Once you have done so, see if you can help others to get out of harm’s way as well. Then, call 911. A police report can be very beneficial towards an eventual personal injury claim….