Do I have a personal injury case?
Answer 5 quick questions to see whether you may have a California injury claim — then get a free review of your specific situation.
Were you injured in the accident?
Common questions
How do I know if I have a personal injury case?
A viable California personal injury claim generally needs three things: you were injured, someone else was at least partly at fault, and you can connect the injury to the accident (usually through medical treatment). This evaluation checks for those signals, but only an attorney reviewing your facts can confirm a claim.
How long do I have to file a claim in California?
In most California personal injury cases you have 2 years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. Claims against a government entity can require an administrative claim within 6 months. Because exceptions exist, confirm your deadline quickly.
Does it cost anything to find out if I have a case?
No. The evaluation is free, and most personal injury attorneys offer a free initial case review and work on a contingency basis — meaning their fee typically comes from any recovery rather than upfront. Fee terms vary by attorney.
What if I was partly at fault?
You may still recover. California uses "pure comparative negligence," which can reduce — but not eliminate — your recovery if you were partly responsible. It is worth a review even if you think you share blame.