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Personal Injury
Oakland, CA Personal Injury Lawyers
Hurt in an accident somewhere in Oakland or Alameda County? At Wilshire Law Firm — an award-winning, nationally recognized team — our attorneys help injured people pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Contact us 24/7 for a free case review with a legal professional — there are no fees unless you get paid.
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Understanding Your Oakland Personal Injury Case
Explore essential resources on your rights, your options, and what to expect — everything you need to navigate the legal process, all in one place.
Wilshire Law Firm is an award-winning, nationally recognized team that has represented thousands of injured people across California. Our attorneys investigate your accident, handle every conversation with the insurance companies, and build your case for maximum recovery — all with personalized attention for Oakland and Alameda County residents. There are no fees unless you get paid.
Wilshire Law Firm handles the full range of personal injury claims that arise in Oakland. These commonly include car, truck, and motorcycle accidents on high-traffic corridors like Interstate 880 and Interstate 580; pedestrian and bicycle accidents involving vulnerable road users; rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft drivers; premises liability claims such as slip-and-fall injuries and inadequate security; and wrongful death claims when negligence takes a loved one's life.
California follows a "pure comparative fault" rule, which means you can recover compensation even if you were partially at fault — your recovery is simply reduced by your percentage of fault. Most personal injury claims must be filed within two years of the date of injury under California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1. Because deadlines and fault rules can affect what you recover, a legal professional can review your situation during a free case review.
Injured people in Oakland can generally recover both economic and non-economic damages. These commonly include medical expenses (current and future), lost wages and lost earning capacity, property damage, and pain and suffering. Because every case is unique, a legal professional can review your specific losses during a free case review.
Your consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation. A legal professional will listen to how your accident happened, ask about your injuries and the steps you have taken so far — such as medical treatment and police reports — and give you an honest assessment of your options. We are available 24/7, and there are no fees unless you get paid. For more on how we serve the East Bay, visit our Oakland location page.
Meet Our Oakland Personal Injury Attorneys
Nationally-Recognized Powerhouse, Fighting for the Justice You Deserve
Our award-winning attorneys have recovered billions for clients while taking on insurance companies and major corporations.
Colin M. Jones, Esq.Senior Partner and Senior Trial Attorney, Chair of the Personal Injury Litigation Department
Jennifer P. Burkes, Esq.Senior Partner & Strategic Advisor, Personal Injury Litigation Department
Mary Lee Caruso, Esq.Senior Partner
Ryan Casey, Esq.Senior Partner and Trial Attorney
Tae-Yoon Kim, Esq.Senior Partner
Alivia E. Abreu, Esq.Partner
Shervin G. Ghanoongooi, Esq.Partner
Christopher Goodroe, Esq.Partner
Nathan A. GuestPartner and Trial Attorney
Brian M. Jacobson, Esq.Partner
Ariella Perry, Esq.Partner$28.5M
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Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case is unique and evaluated on its own facts.
How Do I Know If I Have a Personal Injury Claim in Oakland?
Three factors determine whether you have a valid personal injury claim — fault, damages, and proof. Fault means another party's negligence caused your injury. Damages are your losses, such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Proof includes police reports, medical records, photos, and witness statements. California's two-year statute of limitations generally applies (CCP §335.1), so contact Wilshire Law Firm for a free case review.
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Our attorneys have recovered billions of dollars, including some of the biggest settlements in California.
17#1 Settlements in California, 2022–2024*
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#1 Truck v. Pedestrian Accident Settlement
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#1 Multi-Vehicle Accident Settlement
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#1 Equipment Malfunction Settlement
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#1 Car v. Stationary Object Collision Settlement
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#1 Bus v. Passenger Accident Settlement
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#1 Whistleblower Retaliation Settlement
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#1 Underinsured Motorist Settlement
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#1 Slip & Fall Accident Settlement
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#1 Negligent Security Settlement
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#1 Ladder Accident Settlement
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#1 Hotel Premises Liability Settlement
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#1 Car v. Car Collision Settlement
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#1 Bicycle Accident Settlement
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#1 Pregnancy Discrimination Settlement
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#1 Age/Disability Discrimination Settlement
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#1 Wrongful Termination Settlement
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#1 Meal & Rest Breaks Settlement
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*#1 settlements in California have been awarded by TopVerdict.com. Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
Oakland Personal Injury FAQs
Our Most Frequently Asked Questions
We've answered the most common ones below. If yours isn't here, call us — we're available 24/7.
They can. The Port of Oakland and the I-880 and I-580 freight corridors bring heavy commercial truck traffic through the area, and crashes involving these vehicles often cause serious harm. Liability may extend to a driver, a trucking company, or others whose negligence contributed.
Personal injury lawsuits arising in Oakland are generally filed in the Alameda County Superior Court. Cases involving commercial vehicles often rely on records like driver logs and vehicle-maintenance history.
California generally allows two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Shorter deadlines apply to claims against public entities, and certain exceptions can change the window, so confirm yours promptly.
Yes. Comparative negligence in California is pure, meaning even a party mostly at fault can recover the percentage of damages attributable to others. Your own share of responsibility simply reduces the amount you receive.