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Common questions answered
1. What should I do immediately after an accident in California?
Your first priority is safety — move to a safe location and call 911. Seek medical attention right away, even if you feel fine. Document everything: photos of the vehicles, the scene, and any visible injuries. Get the other driver’s insurance and contact information, collect witness names, and avoid admitting fault to anyone. Then contact a personal injury attorney before speaking with any insurance company.
2. How much is my personal injury case worth?
There’s no universal answer — every case is different. Value depends on your medical expenses (past and future), lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and the long-term impact of your injuries. At Akhavan Law Firm, we evaluate each case individually and give you an honest, realistic picture of what your claim may be worth — at no cost to you.
3. How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in California?
California’s statute of limitations gives most accident victims 2 years from the date of injury to file a claim. But deadlines can be much shorter — if a government vehicle or agency is involved, you may have as little as 6 months to file a government tort claim. Don’t wait. Missing a deadline can permanently bar your right to recover compensation.
4. Do I have to go to court?
Most personal injury cases in California settle out of court. We negotiate aggressively with insurance companies to reach a fair settlement without litigation. That said, if the insurance company won’t offer what your case is worth, we are fully prepared to take it to trial. Our job is to get you the best outcome — whether that happens at the negotiating table or in a courtroom.
5. How much does it cost to hire Akhavan Law Firm?
Nothing out of pocket. We work on a contingency fee basis — you pay zero upfront, and we only get paid if we win your case. There are no hidden fees, no hourly billing, and no financial risk to you. If we don’t recover for you, you owe us nothing.
6. What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
You can still recover compensation. California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault — but not eliminated. For example, if you were 20% at fault, you can still recover 80% of your damages. Insurance companies will try to inflate your share of fault to minimize your payout. An attorney protects you from that tactic.
7. How long will my case take?
It depends on the severity of your injuries and whether the case settles or goes to trial. Straightforward cases with clear liability can resolve in a few months. Cases involving serious injuries, disputed fault, or uncooperative insurers can take a year or longer. We keep you informed throughout the process so there are no surprises.
8. What types of compensation can I recover after an accident in California?
You may be entitled to recover:
- Medical expenses (emergency care, surgery, therapy, prescriptions)
- Future medical costs if your injuries require ongoing treatment
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering (physical and emotional)
- Property damage
- Loss of enjoyment of life
The full picture of what you’re owed often goes beyond what an insurance company’s initial offer covers.
9. Should I talk to the insurance company after an accident?
Be very careful. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize payouts — not protect your interests. Anything you say can be used to reduce or deny your claim. Before giving a recorded statement or signing anything, speak with an attorney. Once we’re on your case, we handle all insurance communication on your behalf.
10. What if the other driver was uninsured or underinsured?
This is more common in California than most people realize. If the at-fault driver has no insurance or insufficient coverage, you may still have options — including your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage. We’ll review your policy and pursue every available avenue to make sure you’re not left paying for someone else’s negligence.
11. Do I need a police report to file a personal injury claim?
A police report is not legally required to file a claim, but it is extremely valuable evidence. It documents the scene, records the other driver’s information, and can establish fault. If police were not called to your accident, you can still build a strong case — but you should contact an attorney as soon as possible to preserve other evidence.
12. Why should I choose Akhavan Law Firm for my personal injury case?
We’re a Beverly Hills personal injury law firm that handles car accident cases across California — and we treat every client like a priority, not a case number. We work on contingency, we communicate clearly, and we fight for maximum compensation. If you’ve been injured in an accident, call us for a free consultation. There’s no obligation, and no fee unless we win.
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