SF Bay Area Personal Injury Attorney Blog

California Statute of Limitations
Anderson Franco Law Team

December 18, 2022

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The personal injury statute of limitations is a legal time limit within which an injured party must file a claim for compensation for their injuries. This time limit is in place to ensure that personal injury claims are filed in a timely manner and to protect defendants from the burden of defending against stale claims.…

Concussion After Car Accident
Anderson Franco Law Team

December 16, 2022

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Concussion injuries are traumatic brain injuries that can occur after a car accident. Concussions are caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head that disrupts the normal function of the brain. While concussions can range in severity, they can still have serious consequences. And oftentimes, you could recover money for your injuries if…

The Four Steps of California Personal Injury
Anderson Franco Law Team

December 13, 2022

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If you have been injured due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another person or party in California, you may be entitled to seek compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. This type of lawsuit is designed to hold the responsible party accountable for their actions and to provide you with financial compensation for your injuries…

What is a Recorded Statement?
Anderson Franco Law Team

December 7, 2022

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If you make a claim to an insurance company, they may ask you to take a recorded statement. Sometimes, you have no legal obligation to make a recorded statement. Other times it is necessary to proceed with a claim. Regardless, your recorded statement can either improve or worsen your chances of recovering money for your…

Why Did I Receive a Letter from Equian?
Anderson Franco Law Team

December 7, 2022

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If you were injured in an accident and later received a letter from Equian, you may be wondering who Equian is, why it is contacting you, and whether you have to pay anything. These are common questions after a California vehicle accident, slip and fall, or other personal injury event. In many cases, Equian is…

Can a Minor File a Lawsuit?
Anderson Franco Law Team

November 28, 2022

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In California, anyone who has been injured can file a lawsuit. It does not matter how old the injury victim is. This means, that anyone younger than 18 years old can pursue a lawsuit. However, California has specific laws governing claims made by minors. These laws are in place to protect minors. Below we explain…

What is the Difference between Mediation and Arbitration?
Anderson Franco Law Team

October 14, 2022

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Mediation and Arbitration are two very different legal proceedings. Both of these processes can occur after a personal injury accident. While mediation can result in a mutual agreement between parties, arbitrations can result in a prompt decision. While the majority of lawsuits can have mediations, not all personal injury claims require arbitration. Here we discussed…

Important Details in Police Reports
Anderson Franco Law Team

October 11, 2022

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There are many important details in police reports that injury victims should pay attention to. If a police officer arrives at the scene of an accident, they will likely create a traffic collision report. Traffic collision reports are often rich with information. But, if you are unfamiliar with police incident reports, then you might miss…

Evidence Preservation Letter
Anderson Franco Law Team

October 4, 2022

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If you were injured in the accident, you should consider whether you need to send evidence preservation letters. In personal injury accidents, proving liability is often necessary. Liability can be proved through proper evidence. Sometimes, this evidence includes videos and photographs. And often, it is other people or entities who have access to the videos…

Surveillance on Personal Injury Victims
Anderson Franco Law Team

September 28, 2022

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Insurance companies conduct surveillance of personal injury victims. If you are injured, then it is possible that insurance company hires a private investigator to follow you. Insurance companies do not conduct surveillance on every single personal injury case. But some cases are much more likely for video surveillance. How do Insurance Companies Conduct Surveillance on…

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