California Personal Injury Law Guide

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Statute of limitationsDeadline questions for California personal injury, death, and malpractice claims. Wrongful death deadlinesWho may bring a claim, what to verify, and evidence to preserve. Medical malpractice timingRecords, expert review, pre-suit rules, and deadline questions. Car accident claimsFault, insurance, police reports, and settlement preparation.

Local research checklist

For cases in Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Jose or elsewhere in California, verify the claim type, filing deadline, defendant notice rule, evidence preservation needs, insurance coverage, and whether a government entity or medical provider changes the timeline.

Questions for counsel

  • What deadline applies to this exact claim type?
  • Is there a shorter notice period before a lawsuit can be filed?
  • What evidence should be preserved immediately?
  • Could comparative fault, immunity, or caps affect recovery?

Official sources to verify