How long do I have to file a brain injury lawsuit in Los Angeles?
In California, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is two years from the date of the injury. However, if the claim is against a government entity (like a city or state agency), you have only six months to file a formal claim. Because of these strict deadlines, it is best to speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
What if I didn’t realize I had a brain injury until weeks after my accident?
California law includes a discovery rule. This means the two-year clock may not start ticking until the date you discovered, or reasonably should have discovered, your injury. This is a recurring theme in brain injury cases where symptoms have a delayed onset.
What if the insurance company says my symptoms are exaggerated or unrelated to the accident?
They are a business, which means they must balance paying claims with making a profit. Our job is to counter these arguments with concrete medical evidence, expert testimony, and detailed documentation that draws a clear line between the accident and the symptoms you are experiencing.
My loved one has a severe TBI and cannot make decisions. How can I act on their behalf?
When a person is incapacitated by their injury, a family member may need to establish a conservatorship. This is a legal arrangement, approved by a court, that grants you the authority to make legal and financial decisions for them. We can help guide your family through this process.
