# San Diego car accident lawyer

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URL: https://www.2hlaw.com/practice-areas/car-accident/

Car accident

After a crash, the insurance calls start before you have even healed. We handle the claim, deal with the adjusters, and fight for the full value of your case, so you can focus on getting better.

![Car accident on a San Diego road](https://www.2hlaw.com/assets/img/practice/car-accident-hero.jpg)

## Help after a San Diego car accident

A collision happens in seconds and can affect your life for months or years. Common injuries include
fractures, burns, head and neck trauma, and back and spinal damage, and some, like soft tissue injuries,
do not fully show up until days later. That is one reason to get checked out promptly and to be careful
about what you say to insurers before you understand the full picture.

Many crashes trace back to speeding, distracted or reckless driving, or a failure to follow the rules of
the road. Whatever the cause, the at-fault driver's insurer will be working to limit what it pays. We work
to do the opposite, building a clear record of what happened and what it has cost you.

## What we do for you

We gather the evidence from your accident, handle the back and forth with the insurance companies, and
pursue compensation for your medical care, lost income, vehicle damage, and the pain and disruption you
have endured. We work on contingency, so there is no fee unless we recover for you, and we are ready to go
to trial if the insurer will not offer a fair settlement.

Common questions

## Car accident FAQs

### Who can I file a claim against after a car accident?

You can generally pursue a claim against any driver or party whose negligence contributed to the crash, and often against their insurer. In some cases more than one party shares responsibility. We investigate to identify everyone who may be liable so that your full damages are on the table.

### What if I was a passenger in a friend's car?

If a driver's negligence injured you, that driver is responsible for your injuries, even if it was a friend. In practice their auto insurance usually pays the claim. Being a passenger does not prevent you from recovering.

### What if the driver who hit me has no insurance?

If your own policy includes uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, you may be able to recover through your own insurer. This coverage is valuable and often overlooked, and we can help you understand how it applies to your situation.

### Should I call a lawyer now or after treatment?

Call as early as you can. California sets deadlines for filing a claim, and evidence is easiest to preserve right after the crash. Talking with an attorney early does not commit you to anything, and it helps protect the value of your case.

### How long do I have to file in California?

Most California car accident injury claims must be filed within two years of the crash, though claims involving a government entity can have much shorter deadlines. Because the exceptions are narrow, it is best to confirm your deadline early. [CONFIRM: confirm deadlines for your specific claim]

## Related practice areas

- [Truck accident](https://www.2hlaw.com/practice-areas/truck-accident/): Crashes involving commercial trucks.
- [Personal injury](https://www.2hlaw.com/practice-areas/personal-injury/): Injuries from others' negligence.
- [Workers' compensation](https://www.2hlaw.com/practice-areas/workers-compensation/): Injured on the job.

## Contact
- Phone: (619) 810-1427
- Email: info@2hlaw.com
- Free consultation: https://www.2hlaw.com/contact/