San Jose Car Accident Lawyer
Hurt in a Crash? We'll Take It From Here.
Our San Jose car accident attorneys have recovered over $75+ million for injured drivers, passengers, and families across the Bay Area.
$1,305,000
recovered in a Santa Clara County car accident case
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unless we win
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You Didn't Cause This. You Shouldn't Pay for It.
One moment you’re driving home on the 101 or through a Tully Road intersection; the next, your car is totaled, your neck won’t turn, and an adjuster is calling before you’ve even seen a doctor. Their goal is simple: close your claim cheaply and quickly.
You are far from alone. According to the California Highway Patrol’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System, almost 3,900 people are killed and another 278,590 injured in auto collisions every year.
You may have a car accident claim if:
Another driver caused the crash, in whole or in part
You were injured, even if symptoms appeared days later
The accident happened within roughly the last two years
If that sounds like your situation, talk to us. The consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win.
What to Do After a Car Accident in San Jose
Get to safety and call 911.
A police report creates a neutral record of the crash; make sure one is filed.
See a doctor right away.
Go even if you feel fine: adrenaline masks whiplash, concussions, and internal injuries. Gaps in treatment become the defense’s favorite weapon.
Document everything you can.
Photos of the vehicles, the intersection, skid marks, and your injuries; names and numbers of witnesses; nearby cameras that may have footage.
Exchange information; say little else.
Never admit fault at the scene.
Don't deal with their insurer.
Do not give the other insurer a recorded statement, sign any release, or accept an early offer. First offers are almost always a fraction of what your claim is worth.
Call a lawyer before you call them back.
We take over from here.
How We Handle Your Car Accident Case
Car accident claims look simple and rarely are. Fault gets disputed, injuries get minimized, and the at-fault driver’s insurer has professional adjusters working against you from day one.
We move fast to preserve what wins cases: the police report, scene evidence, camera footage, witness accounts, and vehicle data. We prove negligence, document every dollar of your losses (including future treatment), and negotiate from strength. Our negotiators spent a combined 50+ years inside the insurance industry; we know every tactic adjusters use to devalue a claim, because we’ve seen them from the other side.
We handle every kind of crash, including rear-end collisions, T-bone (side-impact) crashes, drunk-driving crashes, hit-and-runs, and rollovers.
Evidence fades fast: skid marks disappear, surveillance footage is deleted, and witnesses forget. As soon as we take your case, we act to preserve:
- 911 call recordings and dispatch logs
- Footage from nearby security and traffic cameras
- Event data from the vehicles’ black boxes
- Phone records, where distracted driving is suspected
- Witness accounts, while memories are still fresh
If the insurer won’t pay full value, we prepare your case for trial. They know which firms mean it.
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What Is Your Car Accident Case Worth?
Every case is different, and no honest attorney guarantees a number. But California law entitles you to three categories of compensation:
Economic damages
The countable losses.
- ER, surgical, and ongoing treatment bills
- Physical therapy and future medical care
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Vehicle repair or replacement
Non-economic damages
The human losses. Often the largest and most contested part of a claim.
- Pain and suffering
- Anxiety, PTSD, and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Punitive damages
Available in extreme cases, such as DUI crashes, to punish reckless conduct.
California Car Accident Law: What San Jose Drivers Should Know
Deadlines
You generally have two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. Claims against a government entity (a city vehicle, a dangerously designed road) can require a claim within just six months. Miss the deadline and you likely lose the right to recover; call early.
Partly at fault? You can still recover
California follows pure comparative negligence: your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault, never eliminated.
Proving negligence
To recover, you show that the other driver owed you a duty of reasonable care, broke it (by speeding, driving impaired, running a red light, or using a phone), and that this caused the crash and your losses.
Who can be held responsible
Often more than the other driver: the vehicle’s owner, an employer whose driver was on the job, a government agency responsible for a dangerous road or a faulty signal, a vehicle or parts manufacturer, or a contractor who maintained the road or repaired the car. We look at every one.
Uninsured and underinsured drivers
Many drivers carry only California’s minimum coverage, and some carry none. Your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage can fill the gap; we review every available policy.
Local matters here
Your case will likely proceed in Santa Clara County Superior Court, and we know it well. We also know San Jose’s roads: the 101, 280, 680, and 880 corridors, and the surface streets like Monterey Road, Tully Road, and Senter Road that appear again and again in the city’s crash data, where the East Capitol Expressway and Senter Road intersection stands out. San Jose Police Department reports counted 41 traffic deaths in the city in 2025, compared with 49 in 2024. We work with local traffic investigators, medical specialists, and civil engineers to document what happened.
Protect the Value of Your Claim
After a crash, you have a legal duty to mitigate your damages. In plain terms: follow your doctor’s orders, attend your physical therapy, and don’t rush back to heavy work. If you skip treatment, the defense will argue you made your own injuries worse and demand a lower settlement.
Two habits protect you:
- Keep a simple injury journal. Daily pain levels, symptoms, missed activities, and appointments.
- Route every insurer contact through us. Adjusters are trained to get admissions on tape; polite small talk can cost you thousands.
We coordinate with your medical providers so billing can wait until your case settles.
Car Accident Results for Our Clients
Adjusters offer more when they know a firm can prove its case — and take it to trial. Recent recoveries for our clients:
$1,305,000
SR-9 collision
Multiple fractures, elbow surgery
$1,250,000
San Jose red-light crash
Cervical spine fracture
$600,000
Big-rig chain collision
Knee surgery
$575,000
I-280 crash in Los Altos Hills
Fractured sternum and ribs
$550,000
I-280 commercial truck crash
Insurer refused to make an offer
$525,000
Highway 25 passenger injury
Spine fractures, air ambulance transfer
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different.
See More Case Results →What Our Clients Say
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She helped our family through the most difficult times we had ever gone through. When I wanted to give up she pushed us and encouraged us to keep fighting. When…
Beth S.
Her services were outstanding. About a half year ago when I got into an accident, I had consultations with several personal injury law firms. I went with Jimin because I…
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Your San Jose Legal Team
Founding attorney Jimin Oh has handled thousands of auto accident cases and is a member of Million Dollar Trial Lawyers. She built this firm after her own husband was seriously injured in a car accident; she knows exactly what your family is facing, and she built a team around that understanding: an attorney, case manager, and treatment coordinator on every case. Based at 1253 Park Ave, minutes from the Santa Clara County courthouse.
San Jose Car Accident FAQs
Do I need a lawyer for a minor car accident?
If you were injured at all, yes; “minor” injuries often turn out to be neither. Injured victims with an attorney typically recover about three times more than those without one.
My injury seemed minor, but the pain has lasted for weeks. Do I need a lawyer?
Talk to us. Pain that lingers for weeks can point to an injury that needs proper medical care, so see a doctor, and let us make sure any long-term effects are part of your claim. Injuries often surface days after a crash, which is why we recommend getting checked right away.
How soon after a car accident should I call a lawyer?
As soon as you can. The sooner you call, the sooner we can protect your rights and preserve evidence such as camera footage and witness accounts, which fade quickly. Waiting can put full compensation at risk.
How long do I have to file in California?
Generally two years from the injury; only six months for claims against government entities. Call as early as you can.
What if the other driver was uninsured or fled the scene?
You may still recover through your own UM/UIM coverage. Hit-and-run victims often have more options than they realize; let us review your policy.
What if I was partly at fault?
You can still recover. California reduces your compensation by your share of fault; it doesn’t bar your claim.
How much does a car accident lawyer cost?
Nothing upfront. We cover case expenses and get paid only if we win, as a percentage of your recovery. No hidden fees.
What should I ask a car accident attorney in San Jose?
Ask about their experience with cases like yours, how they will keep you informed, and how they plan to maximize your compensation.
Should I accept the insurance company's offer?
Not before a lawyer values your claim. First offers rarely account for future treatment, lost earning capacity, or pain and suffering.
How long will my case take?
Most clients complete medical treatment first, often three months or more; many settlements arrive roughly six months after treatment begins. Cases that go to litigation take longer.
Will my car accident case go to trial?
Most car accident cases settle out of court, but some need a trial to reach full compensation. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which gives you the strongest position in negotiations.
What is my case worth?
It depends on your injuries, treatment, lost income, and fault. We’ll give you an honest assessment in your free consultation; no guesswork, no inflated promises.
Get Your Free, Confidential Case Review, 24/7
Every day you wait, evidence fades and the insurer gets further ahead. Call now or send the form below; we respond fast, 24/7, in English, Spanish, or Korean. Your consultation is free and confidential. No fee unless we win.
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Solution Now Law Firm
1253 Park Ave
San Jose, CA 95126
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