If you or someone you love has been injured in a recent Marin County car accident, you can get immediate help with the claims process from highly experienced and successful attorneys by contacting Jacoby & Meyers.
For over 50 years, our mission has been to help clients recover from car accidents in San Francisco, Marin County, and throughout Northern California. From skilled insurance negotiations to connecting you with top doctors and providers, we will do everything we can to aid you on your path to healing.
Our lawyers will fight for the justice you deserve. We take clients in San Rafael, Mill Valley, Novato, Sausalito, Larkspur, Tiburon, and beyond. Contact our nearby San Francisco office at (415) 855-4289 anytime for your free case consultation.
Why Choose Jacoby & Meyers?
- With over 50 years of experience and more than $2 billion in settlements won for our clients, we have the experience you need during a complex car accident claim. We’ve been voted #1 Personal Injury Firm six years in a row and counting.
- We are known for helping our clients with personalized care and attention to detail. Your lawyer will work for you to manage, maintain and execute the legal legwork of your case while you concentrate on your recovery.
- We don’t charge anything while we fight for justice until and unless we secure financial compensation for your losses. Jacoby & Meyers’ car accident lawyers operate on a contingency fee basis in Marin County.
How a Marin County Car Accident Lawyer Can Help
The aftermath of a car accident can be frightening and overwhelming. Insurance companies take advantage of this to try to persuade clients to accept fast, low settlements. Before you sign anything, contact Jacoby & Meyers for a free review of your case. We will help you avoid accepting an inadequate settlement that underpays you for serious injuries and significant losses.
Our car accident lawyers can revisit the scene of your crash, investigate to determine fault and liability, preserve evidence that supports your case, and negotiate with insurance claims adjusters to maximize your settlement. Most Marin County car accident cases reach settlements, but if you have a complex case that needs to go to trial, an attorney will be prepared to litigate on your behalf.
Top Causes of Marin County Car Accidents
Automobile accidents are a leading cause of unintentional injuries, hospitalizations and deaths in Marin County. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, in 2023 (the most recent year data is available), 1,323 victims were killed and injured in Marin County motor vehicle collisions.
Common causes of local car accidents include:
- Driver mistakes and negligence (lack of proper care)
- Speeding and reckless driving
- Driving under the influence
- Driving while fatigued
- Aggression and road rage
- Distracted driving
- Breaking traffic laws
- Following others too closely
- Running red lights and stop signs
- Making unsafe lane changes on freeways
- Dangerous roads and heavy traffic
Negligent drivers are behind a large percentage of auto accidents in Marin County. However, other possibilities include employers, trucking companies, the manufacturers of defective car parts and the government.
Injured in a Car Crash?
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What Types of Compensation Can I Recover?
Once our attorneys identify the liable party/ies in your car accident case, we can collect evidence against them and handle negotiations with their insurance companies to maximize your financial recovery as much as possible.
Our Marin County car accident lawyers will pursue fair and full compensation for losses such as:
- Present and future health care costs
- Property damage repairs or vehicle replacement costs
- Lost wages, income and future earning capacity
- Pain, suffering and emotional distress
- Psychological trauma
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Loss of consortium
- Wrongful death damages, if applicable
- Punitive damages (in rare cases)
At Jacoby & Meyers, our roster of outstanding personal injury lawyers have years of experience in car accident law – allowing us to generate bigger, better and more immediate results for injured clients.
Common Car Accident Injuries in Marin County Car Accidents
A serious motor vehicle accident in Marin County can lead to various injuries that have a major impact on the victim’s life and livelihood. From facial injuries and permanent scarring to joint damage and long-term disability, a single car crash can have a lasting effect.
Commonly suffered car accident injuries include:
- Concussions
- Traumatic brain injury
- Nerve damage
- Spinal cord injury
- Paralysis
- Neck injury
- Whiplash
- Internal injury or bleeding
- Burns
- Penetrating injury
- Blunt-force trauma
- Broken bones
- Soft-tissue injury
- Amputation
It’s important for car accident survivors to get immediate medical care for their injuries. If adrenaline masks symptoms such as pain, a doctor can still diagnose a hidden injury and initiate treatment. Prompt medical care shows an insurance company the connection between the collision and an injury.
Evidence to Collect for a Marin County Car Accident Claim
For the strongest injury claim possible, start collecting evidence and information right away – while still at the scene of the car crash, if you can. Gather documentation such as a copy of the police report, photographs from the scene, any available video footage, statements from witnesses, your medical records and bills, and property damage repair estimates. A lawyer can help you preserve additional evidence, such as cell phone records, black boxes and expert witnesses, to build your claim.
How Long Do I Have To File a Car Accident Claim in California?
Don’t wait to get help from an attorney after a Marin County car accident. You are under a time limit imposed by California’s statute of limitations (Code of Civil Procedure §335.1). Under this law, you have no more than two years from the date of your automobile accident to file a lawsuit, in most cases.
While there are exceptions that may extend the deadline, there are also special circumstances that can shorten the statute of limitations (e.g., a claim against the government needs to be filed in just six months). For this reason, it’s in your best interest to consult with a car accident lawyer near you as soon as possible.
Contact Our Marin County Car Accident Attorneys Today
At Jacoby & Meyers, we understand all the ways an automobile accident can impact your life. Our local Marin County car accident attorneys are dedicated to pursuing justice on behalf of injured crash victims and their loved ones.
Let us fight for your family during this difficult time. We will make sure you get the legal advice, medical care and justice you deserve. Call (415) 855-4289 or send us a message 24/7 to schedule your free initial case evaluation.