Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Personal Injury
Getting injured because of someone else’s negligence can leave you with more than just physical pain. It can impact your ability to work, disrupt your daily life, and create lasting emotional stress. Our team is here to help you understand your rights and guide you through the next steps. Below are answers to common questions from clients considering a personal injury claim.
A personal injury case arises when someone is harmed due to another person’s negligence or wrongful actions. This includes car accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, and more.
The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in California is two years from the date of the injury.
You may be eligible to recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related costs.
California follows a comparative negligence rule, which means you can still recover damages even if you were partially at fault—your compensation will just be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Not necessarily. Many personal injury cases are resolved through settlement negotiations without ever going to trial.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay anything unless we win your case.
Seek medical attention, document the scene if possible, and avoid discussing fault. Then, contact a personal injury attorney to protect your rights.
Common issues include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour violations, and retaliation.
California is an at-will employment state, but employers cannot fire you for illegal reasons such as discrimination or whistleblowing.
Document everything, report it to HR or a supervisor in writing, and consult an employment attorney to understand your rights and next steps.
It depends on the type of claim. For example, you typically have one year to file a discrimination claim with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD).
Yes. If your employer has failed to pay you properly, you may be entitled to back pay and other penalties under California labor laws.
Retaliation is illegal in California. If it happens, you may have grounds for a separate legal claim.
Employment Law
Workplace issues like discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination are not only stressful. They are also illegal. If your rights have been violated at work, it’s important to know what protections you have under California law. These FAQs explain the basics and help you understand what to expect if you decide to move forward with a claim.
Lemon Law
If you bought or leased a vehicle that has repeated problems and cannot be fixed, you may be protected under California’s Lemon Law. This law was created to help consumers hold manufacturers accountable and recover what they are owed. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about how the process works and what your options may be.
The California Lemon Law protects consumers who purchase or lease a new or used vehicle that turns out to have serious, repeated problems that the manufacturer or dealer cannot fix.
Most new and used cars, trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles purchased or leased in California with an active warranty are covered.
Generally, if the same problem has not been fixed after a reasonable number of attempts—usually two to four—or if the vehicle is out of service for 30+ days, it may qualify.
You may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, minus usage fees.
Not always. Many lemon law claims are settled through negotiation or arbitration before ever reaching court.
Yes, as long as the car was sold with a warranty and the issues occurred within the warranty period.
In California, the law requires the manufacturer to pay your legal fees if your case is successful, which means clients typically pay nothing out of pocket.
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