Overview
Following a motor vehicle collision, injured parties frequently face a coordinated effort by
insurance carriers to minimize payment, including quick release offers, recorded statements,
and low medical specials valuations. The Law Offices of Robert Warwick represents drivers,
passengers, motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians injured in motor vehicle collisions
throughout California.
Our focus is recovery of the full measure of damages permitted under California law, including
medical expenses, lost earnings, lost earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, and,
in cases of particularly egregious conduct, punitive damages under Civil Code section 3294.
Who We Represent
The firm represents injured parties in rear-end collisions, intersection collisions, freeway and
high-speed collisions, drunk driving collisions, distracted driving collisions, rideshare and
commercial vehicle collisions, and hit-and-run matters involving uninsured and underinsured
motorist coverage claims against the client's own carrier.
Services We Provide
Services include accident scene investigation, retrieval of the Traffic Collision Report,
identification and preservation of insurance coverage, coordination with medical providers on
liens and letters of protection, property damage resolution, demand preparation, negotiation
with liability and UM/UIM carriers, litigation where settlement is inadequate, and, where
appropriate, trial.
The firm also handles claims involving governmental entities, which require a Government Claim
under Government Code sections 910 and 911.2 within six months of the incident. Missing that
deadline can bar the claim entirely.
Our Approach
Auto accident matters are accepted on a contingency fee basis, which means no attorney fee is
charged unless a recovery is obtained. Costs and expenses are advanced by the firm and
reimbursed from the recovery. The written contingency fee agreement complies with Business
and Professions Code section 6147.
Our strategy is to build every case to trial standards from the first intake. Insurance carriers pay
more when the file reflects litigation readiness: complete medical records, a documented
damages picture, a clear liability narrative, and counsel who is willing to file.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a claim?
The general statute of limitations for personal injury in California is two years from the date of
injury under Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1. Claims against a governmental entity require
a Government Claim within six months under Government Code section 911.2.
Should I give the other driver's insurance company a recorded statement?
No, not without counsel. Recorded statements are routinely used to minimize the claim. You are
not obligated to provide a statement to the adverse carrier.
What if the other driver was uninsured?
You may have a claim under your own uninsured motorist coverage. The firm routinely pursues
UM and UIM claims, including arbitration where required by the policy.
How is my settlement calculated?
Settlement value reflects medical specials, future medical needs, lost earnings, lost earning
capacity, property damage, and general damages for pain and suffering, discounted for liability
risk and policy limits. The firm provides a realistic valuation range after the medical picture
stabilizes.
If you or a family member was injured in a collision, contact The Law Offices of Robert Warwick for a free, confidential case evaluation. No fee is charged unless we recover on your behalf.