San Francisco Car Accident Attorney

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If you are a car crash victim in search of uncompromising, professional legal representation, there’s no better firm to work with than Delfino, Green & Green. We are intimately familiar with the challenges facing most injury victims, including financial, physical and psychological obstacles. Call us at (415) 442-4646 to schedule your free consultation today.

Car accidents happen everyday. They’re so commonplace that most people barely bat an eye when they see a collision’s aftermath on the side of the road. However, it’s important to remember that not all car accidents are the same or carry the same consequences.

A light fender bender is an accident, but it’s not really a wreck. In most of these cases, all the parties involved walk away unscathed, although whiplash and similar injuries do at times occur. While it’s still smart to hire an experienced car accident attorney to negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf, the stakes are relatively low.

Serious collisions, on the other hand, are anything but low-stakes. Passengers and drivers may suffer tremendous physical injuries, financial setbacks and lifelong consequences—even when the accident wasn’t their fault. How is that fair?

At Delfino, Green & Green, we don’t believe it is. Although we can’t stop car accidents from affecting innocent people, we can help ensure they don’t suffer financially for someone else’s mistakes. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about car accident lawsuits, who is eligible to file them and how we can help you get your life back on track.

When you’re feeling compromised by a serious injury, knowing you have a compassionate, knowledgeable lawyer on your side can make all the difference. Contact us today to start working with a top San Francisco car accident attorney without paying a dime upfront.

Get In Touch To Seek Compensation

Injured? Get in touch with a skilled San Francisco car accident attorney from our firm today to seek compensation.

Do You Need A San Francisco Car Accident Attorney? Here’s How To Tell

Some people like to tough-out a bad situation, even when it’s not in their best interest. However, most folks draw the line when a situation starts to negatively impact their family members and loved ones. Although starting a lawsuit is probably the last thing on your mind after a car accident, there are many practical, compelling reasons to do so.

2 cars involved in an accident. Front hit side of another car — Damaged in heavy car accident vehicles after collision on city street crash site. Road safety and insurance concept.

Your Family Could Suffer Financially

In serious car accidents, it’s not just your vehicle that’s at risk of being totaled—it’s your physical body, well-being and finances, too. And when you’re part of a family, what affects you also affects them. Here are some of the ways a car accident can devastate you financially:

Lost wages. Many people live paycheck-to-paycheck. If you’re hospitalized for weeks, you could lose essential income, or, in worst-case scenarios, you could lose your job altogether.
Medical expenses. It goes without saying that healthcare in the U.S. is expensive. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may be leaving the hospital with tremendous debt that you have no way to pay off.
Permanent disability. Some injuries are so catastrophic that they leave you unable to work at all. Although disabled individuals can receive government benefits, it’s rarely more than enough to just scrape by.
Property damage. If a negligent driver totaled your only car, you’ve lost your transportation. Without a car, you may be spending money you don’t have to spare just to get around.

These are far from the only ways a serious car accident can jeopardize your financial future. So think about it: If you didn’t cause the accident, should you really be paying the price?

You May Need Long-Term Care

The extent of every injury is not always immediately apparent. Even if you’re confident you can hold your finances together now without seeking compensation, you may not feel the same way in the future. Your injuries may never fully heal, require physical therapy and specialized care, or you might develop debilitating depression and anxiety as a result of your trauma. The point is, you just don’t know. Although we’re not in the business of predicting the future, we’ve handled many, many car accident cases and seen their latent effects. Even when car accident victims make a seemingly full recovery from severe injuries, there are almost always unforeseen ripple-effects that appear in the future. Securing compensation now can protect you from that scenario.

The Negligent Driver Should Be Held Accountable

Some negligent drivers are like children who keep touching the stove until they get burned: They repeat the same dangerous behaviors until they suffer the consequences. If your accident was caused by a driver’s reckless actions, letting them off the hook isn’t doing anyone any favors. In fact, it could enable them to harm others in the future. By filing a lawsuit against the at-fault party, you not only have a chance to receive the compensation you deserve, but also to teach them a valuable lesson. Drivers who are sued for their negligent behavior may be a little more careful when they hit the road in the future.

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California’s Car Accident Laws

California is a “fault” state when it comes to car accidents, meaning that the at-fault driver (or more accurately, their insurance company) will shoulder the financial cost of the crash and any resulting injuries. Injured parties may recover compensation for injuries and property damages up to the limits of the at-fault driver’s policy. However, if the injured party’s losses exceed those limits, or if the driver was uninsured or underinsured, they may sue the at-fault driver for additional damages. It’s important to understand that establishing fault is not always easy and multiple parties may be to blame for a collision. In these situations, each party will be partially financially responsible for their share of blame in causing the collision. Under California’s comparative fault laws, car accident victims may still recover compensation when they are found partially responsible for the crash. However, their eligible recovery will be reduced by a percentage equal to their level of fault. For example, say you were injured in a crash and suffered $100,000 worth of damages. At trial, a jury finds you to be 20% at fault for the crash. In this case, you would only be able to recover $80,000 total (or $100,000 less 20%). Insurance companies are well-versed in the rules of comparative negligence and will likely use this knowledge to pressure you into accepting a far lower settlement than you deserve. However, they also don’t want to risk litigation that results in them paying you even more. That’s why they are more likely to compensate you fairly when you’re working with an attorney.

Our Promise to You

At Delfino, Green & Green, we realize that car accident victims in San Francisco have numerous options when it comes to legal representation. What sets us apart from other firms is three-fold: our vast legal experience, relentless dedication to our clients and the compassionate approach we take to each and every case.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accident Injuries

If an unlicensed driver causes an accident, they can still be held liable for your damages. However, their lack of insurance or assets may complicate your recovery. You may need to rely on your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage or pursue a personal injury lawsuit.

In California, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. However, certain situations—such as claims involving government entities—have shorter deadlines. It’s critical to act quickly and consult a lawyer to preserve your rights.

Yes, health insurance can cover medical treatment after a car accident. However, your insurer may seek reimbursement (subrogation) if you receive a settlement from the at-fault party or their insurer.

While personal injury lawsuits require proof of injury, you can still sue for property damage or emotional distress in certain cases. For compensation beyond medical costs, you’ll need to show how the accident affected you physically or financially.

Bodily injury includes physical harm such as cuts, bruises, broken bones, whiplash, internal injuries, or permanent disability. It may also include psychological trauma in some cases.

Serious injuries often include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations, or injuries that lead to long-term disability or disfigurement. These cases often result in higher compensation due to extensive medical treatment and loss of income.

Medicaid may cover emergency care and follow-up treatment related to car accident injuries, but like private insurers, it may expect reimbursement from your eventual settlement.

Common injuries include whiplash, back injuries, concussions, fractures, soft tissue damage, and lacerations. Some injuries, like internal bleeding or brain trauma, may not show symptoms immediately.

Falsifying injury claims is fraud and can result in criminal charges or dismissal of a lawsuit. Insurance companies and legal teams investigate claims thoroughly and can challenge any inconsistencies using medical records or surveillance.

Hiring a personal injury attorney significantly increases your chances of receiving fair compensation. Insurance companies often minimize payouts, but an experienced lawyer can negotiate or litigate on your behalf.

Settlements typically involve negotiating a lump sum payment to cover medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future expenses. Your attorney will gather evidence, calculate damages, and negotiate with insurers or opposing counsel.

The amount depends on the severity of the injury, medical expenses, lost income, future treatment needs, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering. A mild injury might settle for a few thousand dollars, while serious injuries can result in six- or seven-figure compensation.

Medical records, diagnostic tests, photographs, eyewitness testimony, and documentation of symptoms are essential. Prompt treatment strengthens your claim by linking the injury directly to the accident.

You can claim for any injury caused by the crash, including soft tissue damage, fractures, burns, spinal injuries, head trauma, or emotional distress, as long as you can show medical documentation.

Typically, the at-fault driver’s insurance pays for your injuries. If they’re uninsured or underinsured, your policy may cover you through UM/UIM coverage. Sometimes, multiple parties share liability.

Yes. Even low-speed collisions can cause lasting injuries, especially soft tissue or spinal issues. If you experience pain or symptoms after a minor crash, seek medical care and consult an attorney.

The process includes medical evaluation, documentation, fault investigation, insurance negotiations, and—if necessary—litigation. An attorney will manage these steps to protect your legal and financial interests.

Start by seeking medical attention and notifying your insurance provider. Then consult a personal injury lawyer to help file a claim against the at-fault party and handle communications with insurers.

Yes. California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you’re 20% at fault, your award is reduced by 20%.

Absolutely. Dashcam footage can be powerful evidence to establish fault, disprove false claims, or support your version of events. Be sure to preserve and back up the video.

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Verdicts & Settlements

We’ve recovered millions for our clients

Construction Death

The husband and father of 4 young children was working at a construction site when he died because of another contractor’s negligence. After more than two years of hard fought litigation, our team of experts was able to win a tremendous victory on behalf of our clients and ensure that all of their financial needs will be met. We could not bring back the husband/father for this family, but we were able to protect them from the financial devastation that can and often does result where the primary source of income for the family is taken away. We then worked with our team of financial planners to make sure that this family will always have financial security.

$10,400,000

Bad Faith Insurance Claim

Insurance Coverage/Bad Faith Bad Faith – Pollution Coverage Prior to forming his own firm, Mr. Green worked at one of the largest and most prestigious firms in the U.S. He was the primary attorney on an environmental insurance case that went to trial in San Francisco. After a several week trial, Mr. Green came away with a trial verdict against the insurers with a value of over $10,000,000 in available insurance coverage.

$10,000,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

A 16 year old developmentally disabled kid was hit by a bus while in a crosswalk. He suffered a concussion which turned into post concussive syndrome, where the symptoms of the concussion don’t heal completely. This is also known as a mild Traumatic Brain Injury (“mTBI”). Our firm was hired as trial counsel 6 months before trial because of our expertise in TBIs as well as cutting edge trial techniques. When we first associated into the case, there was a very minimal settlement offer and it did not appear that the Defense was taking the case seriously. Our team of attorneys, experts and staff immediately immersed ourselves in the case as we prepared to demonstrate the catastrophic consequences of this incident. Shortly before trial, the Defense could see that we had put all the pieces together to prove liability and that full justice for our young client required damages in the many millions of dollars. The matter settled for $5,750,000.

$5,750,000

Disability Claim

Disability – Neurological Issues Our client became disabled from neurological issues. Our attorneys were able to work with the client and his physicians to quickly assemble all of the documentation necessary to support out client’s claim of total disability. The insurer agreed that our client was totally disabled and paid his claim.

$2,400,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury to Child A three year old child was being carried across the street when she was struck by an oncoming car. The child suffered a serious traumatic brain injury when she hit the ground. Her injuries were so serious she had to be hospitalized for several months. Our firm negotiated a settlement of $2,000,000 by forcing the payment of all of the available insurance from the driver’s automobile insurer ($1,250,000), the entire amount of the homeowners insurance limits available ($500,000), and all of the amounts that the person carrying the little girl was able to recover from the negligent driver ($250,000). We then arranged for another firm to prepare and fund a large Special Needs Trust for the health and welfare of the injured child.

$2,000,000

Heart Condition Disability

Our client became disabled by a heart attack. The insurer refused to pay, claiming that our client was still able to perform his occupation. We met with all of our client’s doctors, obtained reports confirming the client’s inability to perform his prior occupation, and ultimately convinced the insurance company to pay the claim in full.

$1,800,000

Builder’s Risk/Collapse

A contractor suffered a severe collapse at one of his sites. The claim was submitted to the insurer and denied. Mr. Green reviewed all of the facts, researched the law, and brought together the necessary experts to prove that the Contractor’s Builders Risk insurer was responsible for a substantial portion of the loss. He also proved that a subcontractor was negligent and the subcontractor’s insurer also paid a substantial settlement. In total, Mr. Green was able to obtain more than $1,700,000 in compensation for his client.

$1,700,000

Traumatic Brain Injury

Our client suffered a mild Traumatic Brain Injury when heavy object struck her in the head. The responsible party denied all fault and insisted until the very end that our client had not suffered a brain injury and offered nothing to settle the case. Our firm assembled a team of world renowned expert‘s to demonstrate that our client had suffered a mild Traumatic brain injury. The case settled shortly before trial.

$1,000,000

Heart Condition Disability

Our client had worked for the government for many years when she began suffering from a serious heart condition. All of her doctors told her that she could no longer work and if she continued to do so, she would be risking further injury to her heart or even death.

$1,000,000

Traumatic Hand Injury

Our client was working at a manufacturing plant. While operating a piece of machinery, his glove became caught in the machinery and part of his hand was severely injured. Ordinarily, this type of injury would be restricted to remedies available through Worker’s Compensation. However, through the knowledge, ingenuity, and creativity of our team of attorneys, we were also able to obtain a very substantial civil settlement for our client in addition to the workers comp settlement of his case.

$985,000

Aviation Death Settlement

A husband and father of two small children was killed in an aviation accident involving a small aircraft. Our firm represented the widow and two children against the pilot of the aircraft. By hiring experts in aviation (to prove negligence) and economists (to prove damages), and utilizing William Green’s expertise as an instrument-rated pilot, we were able to make a very powerful case and obtain a very favorable settlement that allowed the family to survive financially.

$975,000

Forklift Accident

A construction supervisor went to pick up some materials for a construction job. A worker at the yard neglected to set the parking brake on a piece of heavy equipment a few yards away. While the construction supervisor had his back turned, the machine rolled into him, pinning him against the side of his pick-up truck. He suffered several broken ribs, but that was the least of his injuries. Within several weeks of the accident, he had partially lost his sight. By working with medical experts, our firm was able to directly connect the sight loss to the injuries caused by the machine that rolled into our client. The case settled at Mediation without any need for a trial.

$700,000

Words of Praise from Our Clients

“Such amazing and professional attorneys. I would (and have) highly recommend Bill Green to anyone who needs a professional and classy individual for representation. I was self represented for a year and a half, and the opposing attorney was just disrespectful, and unprofessional with her personal opinions which spun the case out of control. Bill has the right attitude and level headed legal knowledge to assert whats wrong and bring justice where it is needed. My case is very much on the right track because of Bill.”

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“Bill Green taking my case was life changing, I truly do not know what I would have done had I not retained his services. It was not easy finding a competent lawyer such as Bill in this field. Bill and his team are incredibly caring, ethical and kind, that is not easy to find these days. When Bill or a member of his team say they will do something, it gets done. Bill and team are always patient and make time for me. What stands out the most is Bill's expertise, professionalism, knowledge and concern for his clients best interest. With his calm and approachable demeanor, genuine caring personality, I always feel I can contact him. Bill is an incredibly competent lawyer and a true gem. I would (and have) highly recommend Bill Green to anyone needing representation.”

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“Delfino Green & Green handled my disability case in the San Francisco Bay Area and I recommend them highly. Bill Green was thorough in evaluating my case and explaining the issues to me. I felt they were a strong advocate and were attentive and concerned with protecting my best interests. They kept me up to date and communicated well. I am a physician and was referred to them by another physician so they can be called 'the doctors' lawyer.'”

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“The attorneys here are simultaneously the most competent and the most willing to go above and beyond for their clients in the areas of law they practice. The attorneys here are extremely competent, and the attorneys at this law firm have inspired me to practice law not for money nor personal glory, but for simply making a positive impact on people's lives and on society, especially for individuals who have been wrongly treated. This firm embodies every attribute that an ideal attorney should carry in their careers. From tenacity to compassion and going above and beyond for the sake of their clients, you're truly in the best hands if your case is lucky enough to be accepted by these high level attorneys.”

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Seeking Justice & Fighting For Your Right To Compensation

Get In Touch To Seek Compensation

Do You Need A San Francisco Car Accident Attorney? Here’s How To Tell

Your Family Could Suffer Financially

You May Need Long-Term Care

The Negligent Driver Should Be Held Accountable

Contact Us

California’s Car Accident Laws

Our Promise to You

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accident Injuries

Schedule Your Free Car Accident Consultation

Personal Injury Types

Verdicts & Settlements

Words of Praise from Our Clients

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