Posted on Wednesday, August 10th, 2016 at 2:16 am    

Have you been injured in a truck accident? Did a distracted driver cut you off and cause you to crash your motorcycle? Were you injured by a reckless driver while you were crossing the street? Did you slip and fall while on another person’s property? If so, you need a Sacramento personal injury attorney who has the experience, skills, and resources necessary to protect your legal right to recover compensation for your injuries.

When you are searching for a Sacramento personal injury lawyer, make sure you ask these three key questions:

Is there a deadline for me to take legal action for my personal injury claim?

This is one of the most important questions to ask a Sacramento personal injury attorney. The California statute of limitations restricts the time a person has to file a personal injury lawsuit. Statutes of limitations vary by state and by cause of action. In most personal injury cases, the California statute of limitations requires that you file a lawsuit within two years from the date of injury. Because there are exceptions to the statute of limitations, it is always important to consult with a personal injury attorney regardless of whether you think the time to file a lawsuit has expired. Do not delay — contact our office to discuss your claim with an attorney. It takes time to build a strong case; therefore, you want to call our office as soon as possible to schedule your free consultation.

How much is your fee?

Some attorneys require you to pay a retainer fee up front because they charge you by the hour. If this is the case, you need to continue looking for an attorney to represent you. Our Sacramento personal injury lawyers understand that money is tight. You are probably out of work and you are facing substantial costs because of the accident and your injuries. Our attorneys accept most cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning we do not expect to be paid until we secure a settlement on your behalf. At that time, you pay an agreed-upon percentage of your settlement as our attorney fees.

Do you have trial experience?

While most personal injury claims settle out of court, some cases require the filing of a lawsuit. Even after a lawsuit is filed, we can still settle the case prior to a trial. However, your case may go all the way to a jury trial. If that happens, you want to ensure the Sacramento, Carmichael personal injury attorney you hire has the trial experience required to handle your case. Trying a case in a courtroom before a jury is much different from negotiating a settlement with an insurance company. The attorney you choose needs to be a skilled trial attorney in addition to being a savvy negotiator.

Have You Been Injured in an Accident?

Regardless of whether you are injured in a traffic accident, bicycle crash, pedestrian accident, slip and fall, or other personal injury, it is in your best interest to seek legal advice from an experienced Sacramento personal injury attorney.  To learn more about California personal injury law, call the Tiemann Law Firm at (916) 999-9000 or chat with a representative on our website to schedule a free case evaluation.

Client Testimonials

Star Fire Testimonial
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It is hard to put into words the care and dedication that I received from the Tiemann’s. They have been here for me every step of the way and were always available when I had questions or concerns. My husband and I will be forever grateful for everything they have done for us and our family. Thank you so much for all of the hard work and time you have put into my case, we greatly appreciate it and your friendship. We highly recommend this firm and will always be thankful for everything they have done. Thank you so much again, Kim

Lendzey Garcia
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I was in a very bad/ major car accident I originally had an attorney who wasn’t trying to help me out much or take any of my calls so I called Tiemann and told them my situation. They made it an AWESOME and Smooth transition over to them and took on both cases I had. I just settled on my big case and am beyond great full. For them and their team! I highly recommend them. To add on to this a little On how much they will work with you, I moved to Montana in the middle of all Of this and it was not an issue!

Maye Ly Testimonial
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I just saw my lawyer Jelena Tiemann on a t.v ad, which reminded me how much she helped when I was in a desperate situation. I just love her! That is why I feel a need to tell everyone. I had a situation that happened & didn’t know what to do, our where to go. I didn’t even know if she could help me or if any lawyer could. All I wanted was it to go away & was afraid most lawyers wanted to drag it out & possibly go to court. For one she was very professional but was very personable (maybe b.c she’s a lady). She didn’t make me feel embarrassed or self-conscious that I did something wrong or was the cause of the situation. She immediately said we should try our best before going to court. Let me handle some paperwork, if at the last we do go to court we have documents. She gave me all the details, pros and cons but reassured me she deals with these cases all the time. She came through and made it as painless as possible. I now have my life back.

Jennifer Birdseye Testimonial
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Tiemann Law Firm helped us with an injury case for my nephew. They were very knowledgeable and we are very happy with the service they provided. The entire staff is topnotch!

Elizabeth Ochoa Testimonial
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I chose Tiemann Law Firm to help me after a car accident I was involved in. Throughout the entire process, Moe made sure to keep me updated, he always responded quickly whenever  I had questions about anything. My case won thanks to this law firm and its dedication. My experience with Tiemann Law Firm was amazing! 10/10 recommended.