Practice Area

Personal Injury

When an injury upends your life, you need a clear plan and a firm that knows how insurers operate. Krankemann Law builds your case while you focus on recovery.

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How Krankemann Law helps after an injury

We investigate what happened, gather the medical and financial record, and put a value on the full scope of your losses. From there, we deal with the insurance company directly so you stop fielding their calls. Our role is to move your claim forward with a strategy built for either a strong settlement or trial.

The areas we handle

Our personal injury group covers car, trucking, and pedestrian accidents, catastrophic injury and wrongful death, slip-and-fall and dog-bite claims, elder abuse, medical malpractice, and underinsured or uninsured motorist disputes. We also represent first responders injured on duty. Each case gets a plan matched to its facts, not a template.

California's deadline to act

In California, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of injury, with shorter deadlines for claims against public entities. Evidence also fades quickly, so early action protects your case. The sooner we start, the more we can preserve.

What we handle

  • Car, truck, and motorcycle collisions
  • Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
  • Catastrophic and life-altering injuries
  • Wrongful death of a family member
  • Slip, trip, and fall on someone's property
  • Dog bites and animal attacks
  • Underinsured and uninsured motorist claims

FAQ

Personal Injury — Common Questions

How much does it cost to hire a personal injury attorney?
Personal injury cases are generally handled on a contingency basis, meaning the fee is a percentage of the recovery and there is no fee unless you recover. Your first consultation with Krankemann Law is free and confidential. We will explain the fee structure clearly before you decide to move forward.
Should I accept the insurance company's first offer?
Early offers are often made before the full extent of your injuries and future costs is known. Once you accept and sign a release, you generally cannot reopen the claim. It is worth having an attorney review any offer before you respond.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
California follows a comparative negligence rule, which means you can still recover even if you were partially at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of responsibility. Being partly at fault does not bar your claim.
How long do I have to file a claim in California?
For most personal injury claims, the deadline is generally two years from the date of the injury. Claims against a government entity have a much shorter window, often six months to file a formal claim. Talk to a lawyer early so a deadline does not foreclose your case.

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