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Personal Injury
California Car Accident Lawyers
Injured in a crash? At Wilshire Law Firm — an award-winning, nationally recognized team — our attorneys help people across California 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 Automobile Accident 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 Californians. Our attorneys investigate your crash, handle every conversation with the insurance companies, and build your case for maximum recovery — all with personalized attention. There are no fees unless you get paid.
Take five steps to protect your health and your claim: (1) seek medical attention immediately, even if you feel fine; (2) call the police and report the crash; (3) photograph the scene, vehicles, and injuries; (4) exchange information and gather witness contacts; and (5) speak with a car accident lawyer before giving a recorded statement to any insurer. Need help now? What to do after a car accident →
Injured drivers and passengers in California can generally recover both economic and non-economic damages. These commonly include medical expenses (current and future), lost wages and lost earning capacity, vehicle and property damage, and pain and suffering. Because every case is unique, a legal professional can review your losses during a free case review.
Most California crashes trace back to preventable driver negligence. The leading causes we see include distracted driving, speeding, driving under the influence, reckless or aggressive driving, and poor road conditions. Establishing which driver was negligent is central to your claim, and our attorneys handle that investigation for you.
In most California car accident cases you have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit (California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1), and three years for property damage. Claims against a government entity have much shorter deadlines — often six months. Because missing a deadline can end your case, it's best to speak with a legal professional early.
Meet Our Automobile Accident Attorneys
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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. Guest, Esq.Partner 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 Car Accident Claim in California?
Three factors determine whether you have a valid car accident claim — fault, damages, and proof. Fault means another driver's negligence caused the crash. Damages are your losses, such as medical bills, lost wages, and vehicle repairs. Proof includes police reports, photos, and witness statements. California's statute of limitations applies, so contact Wilshire Law Firm's car accident attorneys for a free case evaluation.
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#1 Underinsured Motorist Settlement
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Automobile Accident 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.
In most cases you have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit under Cal. Code Civ. Proc. § 335.1, and three years for vehicle or property damage under Cal. Code Civ. Proc. § 338. When a government vehicle or road condition is involved, a six-month claim deadline can apply, so confirm your date promptly.
Yes. California applies pure comparative negligence under Li v. Yellow Cab Co., meaning your compensation is reduced by your share of fault but is not eliminated even if you were mostly responsible. Insurers often overstate a claimant's fault to cut what they pay, which is where careful evidence matters.
The uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage on your own policy can often step in when the at-fault driver has no insurance or too little to cover your injuries. This coverage is governed by Cal. Ins. Code § 11580.2. An attorney can review your policy and pursue every available source of recovery.
Claims involving a public entity — such as a government-owned vehicle or a hazardous road condition — generally require a written government claim within six months under Cal. Gov. Code § 911.2 before a lawsuit can proceed. These deadlines are strict, so it is important to act quickly and confirm the timeline with an attorney. If your crash involved a drunk driver, our Los Angeles drunk driving accident lawyers can help.