Practice Areas

After an accident, it can be hard to know what kind of claim you have. Some cases involve a careless driver. Others involve an unsafe property, a work injury, a company vehicle, a contractor, or more than one insurance policy. The right legal strategy depends on how the injury happened, who caused it, what insurance applies, and how seriously the injury has affected your life.

Anderson Franco Law represents injured people in San Francisco and throughout the Bay Area. Our firm focuses on personal injury and workers’ compensation matters, especially cases involving serious injuries, disputed liability, insurance delays, and overlapping sources of recovery.

Attorney Anderson Franco works directly with clients. Before representing injured people, he represented insurance companies and defended injury claims. That experience helps him understand how insurers evaluate liability, medical treatment, damages, delays in care, preexisting conditions, and settlement value.

If you were injured and are unsure what type of case you have, we can help you understand your options. Our practice includes:

• Car accidents
• Workers’ compensation
• Pedestrian accidents 
• Bicycle accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Construction accidents
• Truck accidents 
• Catastrophic injuries
• Premises liability
• Slip and fall accidents

Personal Injury Cases We Handle

A personal injury claim may exist when another person, business, property owner, driver, employer, contractor, or public entity causes harm through negligence or wrongful conduct. These cases often involve medical bills, lost income, pain, limitations, and long-term uncertainty.

We represent clients in a wide range of injury claims, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, rideshare crashes, premises liability claims, and serious injury cases.

The goal is not just to open an insurance claim. The goal is to identify every responsible party, preserve the right evidence, understand the full medical picture, and present the claim in a way that insurance companies must take seriously.

Personal injury

We represent injured clients in personal injury claims arising from negligence, unsafe conditions, and preventable conduct. These cases often involve medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and future treatment needs. We work to preserve evidence, identify all available insurance coverage, and build the strongest claim possible under California law. Personal injury cases we handle include:

• Car crashes
• Commercial vehicle collisions
• Rear-end collisions
• T-bone and intersection collisions
• Hit-and-run accidents
• Uber and Lyft accidents
• Bus accidents
• Slip and fall and trip and fall cases
• Dog bite injuries

Catastrophic and serious injury cases

Some injuries have lasting effects that go far beyond the emergency room. We handle serious injury cases involving long-term pain, surgery, disability, mobility limitations, or major disruption to daily life. These cases require careful documentation, strong medical support, and a clear explanation of how the injury changed the client’s life. We regularly evaluate claims involving:

• Back injuries
• Neck injuries
• Herniated discs
• Spinal injuries
• Shoulder injuries
• Knee injuries
• Fractures and broken bones
• Head injuries
• Concussions
• Soft tissue injuries
• Chronic pain
• Emotional distress and trauma-related harm

Workplace injuries

We represent injured workers in workers’ compensation matters and, where the facts support it, in related third-party injury claims. Many workers are unsure whether they only have a workers’ compensation case or whether they may also have a civil case against someone other than the employer. We help clients evaluate both. Workplace cases may involve:

• Construction accidents
• Falling objects
• Unsafe job sites
• Vehicle collisions while working
• Repetitive trauma
• Serious orthopedic injuries
• Work-related head and spine injuries
• Claims involving denial, delay, or underpayment of benefits

Premises liability and dangerous property cases

Property owners have a duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions. When they fail to fix hazards, warn about dangerous conditions, or properly maintain walkways and common areas, serious injuries can happen.

We handle property-related claims involving:

• Slip and fall accidents
• Trip and fall hazards
• Uneven sidewalks
• Wet floors
• Poor maintenance
• Unsafe stairs and walkways
• Dangerous retail or commercial premises
• Unsafe apartment or residential conditions

Who we help

Anderson Franco Law helps people whose lives changed after a serious accident or preventable injury. Many clients come to the firm dealing with pain, medical treatment, missed work, insurance problems, and uncertainty about what to do next. The goal is not just to open a claim. The goal is to understand what happened, identify who is legally responsible, and build the strongest case the facts will support. Our clients include:

• Drivers and passengers injured in motor vehicle collisions
• Pedestrians and bicyclists hit by careless drivers
• Workers hurt on the job
• People injured by dangerous property conditions
• Tenants harmed by unsafe housing conditions
• Families seeking answers after a serious or catastrophic injury
• Spanish-speaking clients who want clear communication in their native language

At Anderson Franco Law, we understand that an injury claim is not just about paperwork. It is about how the injury affects your body, your work, your family, and your future.

What makes Anderson Franco Law different

Not every injury firm approaches cases the same way. Anderson Franco Law is built around hands-on representation, case development, and clear client communication.

Direct attorney involvement

At Anderson Franco Law, clients work with a lawyer who is actively involved in the case from start to finish. We do not believe injured people should feel like a file being passed from one person to the next. We take the time to understand what happened, how the injury has affected the client’s life, and what the case needs to move forward in a thoughtful and effective way.

Negotiation experience with insurance companies

Personal injury cases often turn on negotiation. Insurance companies look closely at medical records, liability facts, gaps in care, prior conditions, witness testimony, and how a plaintiff may present in deposition or at trial. Anderson Franco has negotiated hundreds of injury claims from multiple sides of the litigation process, including claims involving plaintiffs, defendants, and insurance interests. He understands how claims are evaluated, challenged, and resolved.

He has also represented plaintiffs, defendants, and insurance interests in prior matters. That broader litigation exposure helps him anticipate common defense themes and build stronger cases for injured clients.

Litigation-ready case preparation

Some cases settle early. Others do not. We prepare cases with the expectation that the insurance company may resist paying full value. That means gathering records, organizing evidence, evaluating damages, identifying legal issues early, and being prepared to file suit when necessary.

A case often becomes stronger when the other side sees that the lawyer is willing and able to litigate it.

Bilingual representation

Anderson Franco is a native Spanish speaker, and our firm serves clients in both English and Spanish. For many clients, being able to explain what happened, ask questions, and understand the process in their own language makes a real difference.

Practical, client-focused guidance

We know that most clients have never gone through an injury claim before. They want straight answers. They want updates. They want to know what happens next. We focus on helping clients understand the process while also protecting the value of their case.

Why clients hire Anderson Franco Law

Injury cases are not just about legal claims. They are about what happens to a person after an accident: the medical care, the lost time, the financial pressure, and the uncertainty that follows. Clients hire Anderson Franco Law because they want a lawyer who understands that and treats the case accordingly from day one. They want someone who will:

• Investigate the facts early
• Identify insurance coverage
• Gather medical records and damages evidence
• Communicate clearly
• Negotiate from a position of preparation
• File suit when the case calls for it
• Stay involved through settlement or litigation

They also want a lawyer who understands that small details can change case value. A delayed diagnosis, disputed property condition, defense medical argument, prior injury, surveillance issue, or weak presentation of damages can affect outcome. Our firm pays attention to those details.

Most importantly, clients hire Anderson Franco Law because they want their case presented in a thoughtful, organized, and credible way.

Where we practice

Anderson Franco Law represents injured clients in the Bay Area and throughout California, depending on where the injury occurred, where the responsible parties are located, and where the claim can properly be brought. We commonly represent clients in: San Francisco, Marin County, Alameda County, San Mateo County, Contra Costa County, Solano County, Sonoma County, Santa Clara County and more.

If your injury happened in California, or if you are not sure where your case should be brought, Anderson Franco Law can review the facts and explain your options.

How a case usually moves through our office

Every case is different, but most injury claims follow a general process. We guide clients from the first call through resolution.

1. Case Review

We start by learning what happened, what injuries were suffered, what treatment has occurred, and what insurance may apply. We also look for liability issues, evidence problems, possible defenses, and the best path forward.

2. Investigation and Evidence Gathering

Once retained, we collect the evidence needed to support the claim. This may include incident reports, photographs, witness information, medical records, billing records, wage loss documents, insurance information, and other case-specific materials.

3. Treatment and Damages Development

We monitor medical treatment and evaluate how the injury has affected the client’s life. This includes pain, limitations, future care, lost income, and other damages.

4. Demand, Negotiation, or Litigation

When the case is ready, we present a settlement demand supported by the evidence. If the insurance company does not make a fair offer, we may recommend filing suit and moving the case into litigation.

Personal attention through the process

Clients deserve more than a generic intake-to-settlement experience. They deserve honest advice, responsive communication, and a lawyer who understands what is at stake. At Anderson Franco Law, we work closely with injured clients from the start of the case through resolution.

We know that the legal process can feel unfamiliar and stressful. Our role is to make it clearer, protect your interests, and help you make informed decisions as the case moves forward.

Talk to Anderson Franco Law

If you were injured in a car accident, work accident, fall, or another negligence-related incident, Anderson Franco Law can evaluate your case and explain the next steps. The firm represents injured clients in the Bay Area and throughout California in both English and Spanish.

Call or text for a free consultation.

Frequently asked questions about our practice areas

What types of cases do we handle?

We handle personal injury cases involving car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, workers’ compensation, dangerous property conditions, construction-related injuries, and other negligence-based claims. We focus on cases where someone else’s carelessness caused harm. We can also help evaluate whether a work injury may involve both a workers’ compensation claim and a separate personal injury case against a third party.

Do I have a personal injury case?

Whether you have a personal injury case usually depends on how the injury happened, who may be legally responsible, how serious the injuries are, and what insurance may apply. We often speak with people who are unsure whether their situation is serious enough or whether they waited too long to ask. That uncertainty is common. We can evaluate the facts, the injuries, and the available evidence to help determine whether you may have a claim.

What if I was hurt at work?

If you were hurt on the job, workers’ compensation may not be your only option. We have handled many workplace injuries that also give rise to a separate personal injury claim against someone other than the employer. This includes claims against a negligent driver, property owner, and subcontractor. We can help evaluate whether you may have both a workers’ compensation claim and a third-party injury case.

Can I still recover compensation if I was partly at fault?

If you were partly at fault, you may still be able to recover compensation. California follows comparative fault rules, which means you may still recover even if you share some responsibility. In our experience, we have successfully recovered insurance policy limits for clients who were alleged to be partly at fault. Do not let concerns about your own fault prevent you from contacting a personal injury lawyer.

What compensation can I recover in a personal injury case?

The compensation you can recover in a personal injury case may include past and future lost wages, medical expenses, and damages for pain, suffering, and emotional distress. In our experience, these are some of the most common categories of damages, but every case is different. We look at the full picture, not just the first bills that come in after the accident.

How much does it cost to hire your firm?

The cost to hire us is initially nothing. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means we do not charge an upfront attorney fee and only earn a fee if we obtain a recovery for you. In our experience, many injured people delay calling a lawyer because they are worried about cost. That is one reason we offer free consultations, so we can evaluate the case and explain your options before you decide what to do.

Will I work directly with the lawyer handling my case?

Yes. We believe clients should know who is handling their case and be able to communicate directly with their lawyer. In our experience, people are often frustrated when they feel passed around or cannot get a clear answer about what is happening. We make it a priority to stay involved in the case and help clients understand the process, the issues, and the next steps.

What if the insurance company already contacted me?

If the insurance company already contacted you, we can still help even if that contact has already happened. In our experience, insurance companies often reach out quickly, sometimes before the full extent of the injuries is known. Before giving a recorded statement, signing any documents, or accepting an early offer, it is important to understand your rights, the potential value of your claim, and whether other insurance coverage or legal issues may be involved.