California is best known for its sunny days and sandy beaches, but it is also known for its high rate of personal injury case filings. While the vast majority of accident cases are not difficult to resolve, those that are serious can take months or years to wrap up. Below is an overview of personal injury law and how it pertains to accident cases in California. If you or a loved one has been hurt due to the negligence of another, it may be in your best interest to speak with an attorney for advice.

California law provides victims of all types of accidents a certain amount of time in which to file a claim seeking compensation for their injuries. Those hurt in personal injury accidents in California has 2 years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit in court. It is important to note that those hurt in accidents caused by the negligence of a government entity has just 6 months to give notice of their intent to sue.

If you have been hurt in an accident and are not sure what your next step should be, contact a personal injury lawyer to learn how you may be able to obtain a settlement for your accident-related expenses. After a consultation, a personal injury lawyer will let you know the best way to move ahead with your case. Click on the following links below for more information on personal injury laws and attorneys in California:

• http://www.alllaw.com/articles/nolo/personal-injury/laws-california.html#
• https://personalinjuryattorneys.tv/location/california/