Question 1

How much does it cost to hire your firm?

Accepted Answer

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning our fee is a percentage of the recovery we obtain for you. If we don't win, you owe us nothing.

Question 2

Do you offer free consultations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every consultation is free, confidential, and comes with no obligation. We'll review your case, explain your options, and let you decide what to do next.

Question 3

How quickly should I contact a lawyer after an accident?

Accepted Answer

As soon as possible. Evidence disappears, memories fade, and insurance companies start building their defense immediately. Early involvement almost always improves case value.

Question 4

Do you handle cases in Spanish and Haitian Creole?

Accepted Answer

Yes — every step of your case is handled in the language you're most comfortable in. Se habla español. Nou pale kreyòl.

Question 5

Do I have to go to court?

Accepted Answer

Most cases settle without trial, but we prepare every file as if it will go to court. That preparation is often what drives insurers to make fair offers.

Question 6

What is California's statute of limitations for personal injury?

Accepted Answer

In most personal injury cases, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. Claims against government entities have much shorter deadlines — sometimes as little as six months — so don't wait to consult an attorney.

Question 7

How does fault work in California?

Accepted Answer

California uses pure comparative negligence. Even if you were largely at fault, you can still recover — your total damages are simply reduced by your share of responsibility.

Question 8

What is minimum auto insurance coverage in California?

Accepted Answer

California requires modest minimums that are often insufficient for serious injuries. That's why your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage matters, and we always investigate every possible source of coverage.

Question 9

Are punitive damages available in California injury cases?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in cases involving fraud, malice, or oppression — for example, drunk driving cases. They are not available in every case and must be pleaded and proven separately.

Question 10

What is Florida's statute of limitations for personal injury?

Accepted Answer

For causes of action that accrue on or after March 24, 2023, most personal injury claims must be filed within two years. Older claims and specific case types can differ, so confirm your deadline with an attorney.

Question 11

How does Florida's no-fault (PIP) system work?

Accepted Answer

Florida drivers carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) that pays a portion of medical bills and lost wages regardless of fault. To sue the at-fault driver for pain and suffering, your injuries generally must meet the state's serious-injury threshold.

Question 12

How does fault work in Florida?

Accepted Answer

Florida uses modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar. If you're found more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover from other parties. If 50% or less, your recovery is reduced by your share.

Question 13

What if the at-fault driver has no insurance in Florida?

Accepted Answer

You may recover through your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, if you carry it. We regularly handle UM/UIM claims — including litigating against your own insurer when they refuse to pay.

Question 14

What percentage do you take?

Accepted Answer

The percentage depends on the type of case and how far it goes — typically higher if litigation is required. We explain the fee structure clearly in writing before you sign anything.

Question 15

Do I pay case costs out of pocket?

Accepted Answer

No. We advance costs — medical records, expert witnesses, filing fees, deposition transcripts — and are reimbursed from any recovery. If there is no recovery, we absorb the costs.

Question 16

What happens with my medical bills while my case is pending?

Accepted Answer

We work with medical providers who commonly treat on a lien basis, and we help coordinate health insurance, MedPay, and PIP where applicable so you can get care while your case moves forward.

Question 17

Are there hidden fees?

Accepted Answer

No. Our fee agreement is transparent, in writing, and available in English, Spanish, or Haitian Creole.

Question 18

How long will my case take?

Accepted Answer

Straightforward claims can resolve in a few months. More complex cases — especially those involving serious injuries, disputed liability, or litigation — can take a year or more. We move as fast as your case allows without compromising value.

Question 19

What are the stages of a personal injury case?

Accepted Answer

Investigation, medical treatment, demand and negotiation, and — if needed — litigation, discovery, mediation, and trial. Most cases resolve before trial, but we prepare every file as if it won't.

Question 20

What is 'discovery'?

Accepted Answer

Discovery is the formal exchange of information between sides during litigation — written questions (interrogatories), document requests, and sworn testimony (depositions). It's how each side learns what the other has.

Question 21

Do I have to give a deposition?

Accepted Answer

If your case goes into litigation, likely yes. We prepare you thoroughly so you're comfortable, know what to expect, and never guess at answers.

Question 22

What if I've already talked to the insurance company?

Accepted Answer

We can still help. Contact us before signing anything or accepting an offer — many mistakes are correctable if we're brought in early enough.

Frequently Asked Questions

The questions we hear on almost every first call.

Rules that apply to accidents in San Diego and across California.

Rules that apply to accidents in Coconut Creek and across Florida.

How we get paid, and what you might owe if we don't win.

What actually happens from your first call to final resolution.

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