San Jose Personal Injury Lawyer
Injured in a San Jose accident? M&Y has recovered over $800 million for clients across California — with no fee unless we win.
Were you injured in an accident in San Jose, California? You may be entitled to compensation to cover your medical expenses, mental anguish, and more. The experienced San Jose personal injury attorneys at M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers will help you hold the responsible parties financially accountable.
Our award-winning attorneys have over a century of combined experience helping injury victims throughout California. Since we opened our doors in 2013, we’ve won over $800 million in life-changing settlements and verdicts on behalf of our clients – and we’re ready to fight for you.
Contact our law office in San Jose, CA by dialing 866-864-5477 today to schedule a free initial consultation. We’ll evaluate your case and discuss your legal options for compensation. Our compassionate legal team is available 24/7, so call now to get started. We also serve clients in Los Angeles, Anaheim, Fresno, Long Beach, Van Nuys, Riverside, San Bernardino, and more.
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Last Updated: May 2026
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How We Help
How M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help You After an Accident in San Jose, CA
No matter what type of accident you’ve suffered, you likely feel overwhelmed and scared. What should you do next? How will you pay your bills while you’re out of work recovering?
Fortunately, you don’t have to deal with this alone. Our San Jose personal injury lawyers are here to help you alleviate your stress and navigate the complicated legal process.
We’ll use our decades of experience to fight aggressive insurance companies and protect you against tactics that serve to undervalue or deny your claim.
When you hire M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers to represent you, we’ll:
- Investigate your accident to gather evidence and determine who is at fault
- Work with experts to value and build your case
- Handle your claim from start to finish, including communicating and negotiating with the insurance company and other parties
- Fight against insurance companies if they try to blame you for causing the accident
- Keep you updated at every step of your case so that you know where you stand
- Bring your case before a Santa Clara County jury if the at-fault parties refuse to offer a fair settlement
Put our skills and experience to work for you. We’ll get you the compensation you need so that you can move on with your life. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe us nothing unless we obtain a favorable outcome in your case. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to see how we can help.
Serious injuries in San Jose are typically treated at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (the South Bay’s only Level 1 Trauma Center), Regional Medical Center of San Jose, or Stanford Health Care – Stanford Hospital — all major care providers for the San Jose and Silicon Valley community.
Local Statistics
How Common Are Accidents in San Jose, California?
Whether it’s a car accident, workplace accident, or dog bite, accidents are unfortunately common in California. As Silicon Valley’s largest city and a major Bay Area hub, San Jose sees significant traffic on freeways like US-101, I-280, I-880, and SR-87 every day.
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, California recorded the following in 2023:
- 4,061 total traffic fatalities statewide
- 1,106 pedestrian fatalities
- 583 motorcycle fatalities
- 145 bicycle fatalities
San Jose’s Vision Zero SJ initiative has identified speeding, unsafe turns, and red-light running as leading causes of severe and fatal collisions in the city.
If you’ve been hurt in any type of accident in San Jose, our experienced personal injury attorneys can help you pursue the compensation you deserve from the at-fault party.
Find Us
Visit Our San Jose Personal Injury Law Office
M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers — San Jose
Address
99 S Almaden Blvd, Suite 600 San Jose, CA 95113
Phone
866-864-5477
Hours
Open 24/7 for new client calls
Practice Areas
Our San Jose Personal Injury Practice Areas
M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers represent clients in all types of personal injury cases, including those involving:
Car Accidents
San Jose's busy freeways including I-880, I-280, US-101, and SR-87 see significant traffic and accidents. If you've been hurt in a car crash in San Jose, our attorneys help you recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering from the at-fault party.
Truck Accidents
Commercial truck accidents on San Jose's freeways can cause devastating injuries. These cases often involve multiple parties — the trucking company, driver, manufacturer — and require detailed investigation. Our truck accident attorneys know how to handle the complexity.
Motorcycle Accidents
Northern California is a popular place to ride, and San Jose sees its share of motorcycle accidents. Insurance companies often try to blame the rider unfairly. Our attorneys fight to ensure motorcyclists receive fair compensation for their injuries.
Uber & Lyft Accidents
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are widely used throughout San Jose and Silicon Valley. Accidents involving rideshare vehicles can lead to complicated insurance and liability questions. Our attorneys understand California's rideshare insurance laws.
Bicycle Accidents
San Jose has bike-friendly infrastructure but cyclists still face dangers from cars and trucks. With 262 bicycle accidents causing injury or fatality in 2019, these cases are unfortunately common. We help injured cyclists pursue full compensation.
Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries can permanently change a person's life, requiring long-term medical care and rehabilitation. Our San Jose brain injury lawyers work with medical experts to fully document the impact and pursue maximum compensation.
Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries result in long-term or permanent disability and require lifelong care. These cases demand aggressive representation to secure full compensation for medical costs, lost earning capacity, and quality of life impacts.
Product Liability
When defective products cause injury, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers can be held liable. Our San Jose product liability attorneys handle cases involving dangerous consumer goods, defective vehicles, faulty medical devices, and more.
Slip & Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents in San Jose can occur anywhere — retail centers, restaurants, hotels, office buildings. California premises liability law requires property owners to keep their premises reasonably safe. We fight for compensation when they don't.
Wrongful Death
The wrongful death of a loved one is devastating. While no claim can bring back your family member, it can provide financial recovery for funeral costs, lost income, and loss of companionship. Our team handles these sensitive cases with care.
Premises Liability
Property owners must keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition. If you were injured due to a hazard on someone's property — inadequate security, broken stairs, unsafe conditions — you may have a premises liability claim.
Medical Malpractice
When healthcare providers' negligence causes injury, victims have a right to compensation. Medical malpractice cases require expert medical testimony and detailed investigation of records. Our team has the resources to take on hospitals and insurers.
Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse and neglect is a tragic reality. Whether it's physical abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, or emotional abuse, our attorneys help families hold negligent facilities accountable for harming their loved ones.
Dog Bites
California is one of the leading states for dog bite claims. Under California law, dog owners are strictly liable when their dog bites someone. We help dog bite victims recover compensation for medical bills, scarring, and emotional trauma.
Child Injuries
When a child is injured due to another's negligence — at school, daycare, on a playground, or due to a defective product — the family deserves dedicated representation. Our team handles these sensitive cases with care.
And More
If you've been injured in any type of accident not listed here, our San Jose personal injury attorneys can still help. We handle a wide range of personal injury cases. Contact us today to discuss your specific situation.
No matter what type of accident you’ve been in, our San Jose personal injury attorneys are ready to help you seek the compensation you need and deserve. Call us today to discuss your accident and see how we can help you.
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Case Value
What is My San Jose Personal Injury Case Worth?
All personal injury cases are different, but the value of your case will depend on several factors, including:
- The type and severity of your injuries
- How your injuries affect your ability to work and participate in daily activities
- Whether insurance covers the accident
- The parties involved
- Whether fault for the accident is at issue
- The cost of your medical and out-of-pocket expenses
- The emotional impact of the accident and your injuries
Severe injuries generally result in more significant settlements or verdicts. Contact M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers today, and we’ll give you a better idea of how much your case may be worth.
Compensation
What Damages Can I Seek After an Accident in San Jose, California?
After an accident, you may be entitled to compensation to cover your economic and non-economic losses.
Your economic damages represent the financial losses you sustained due to the accident and your injuries, including:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Loss of earnings
- Diminished earning capacity
- Other out-of-pocket costs, such as hiring a home health nurse
Economic Damages
- Lost wages
- Decreased earning capacity
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Rehabilitation
- Medical bills
Non-Economic Damages
- Pain and suffering
- Decreased enjoyment of life
- Anxiety, PTSD, depression
- Emotional distress
- Loss of consortium
Your non-economic damages cover your personal losses that are more difficult to value, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Inconvenience
- Loss of companionship
In rare cases where the defendant acted maliciously, you may be entitled to punitive (exemplary) damages. These damages are awarded to punish the defendant and deter others from engaging in similar conduct.
Fault Allocation
What Happens if I'm Blamed for My San Jose Accident?
Victim blaming is a common tactic that insurance companies and other defendants use to limit their financial liability.
California’s pure comparative negligence law allows plaintiffs to recover damages even if they were partially to blame for the accident. However, their award will be reduced by their percentage of fault.
For example, if the plaintiff is allocated 60% of the blame, their awarded damages will be reduced by 60%. So long as the plaintiff isn’t 100% at fault, they can recover compensation under California law.
Insurance companies know this and will try to pin as much blame on you as possible. We’ll fight back against allegations of unfair blame and ensure that you receive fair compensation for your claim.
Important Deadline
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in California?
California’s statute of limitations generally gives injured victims two years after their accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. If you lost a loved one due to another party’s negligent or intentional acts, you’ll have two years from their date of death to file a wrongful death claim.
There are exceptions, such as if the victim is a child or the defendant is a government entity.
If you miss the deadline that applies to your case, you’ll forfeit your right to recover compensation from the at-fault party. Contact M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers today to discuss your case and preserve your legal rights.
Proving Your Case
How Do I Prove My San Jose Personal Injury Case?
Most personal injury cases are based on negligence. The plaintiff must prove that the defendant failed to exercise reasonable care under the circumstances, causing their injury.
Four elements must be met to prove negligence:
- The defendant owed the plaintiff a duty of care;
- The defendant breached that duty;
- The breach of duty directly caused the plaintiff’s injuries; and
- The plaintiff suffered damages as a result.
The duty of care is a legal or moral responsibility arising out of the relationship between the parties. For example, all drivers owe a duty of care to others sharing the road to exercise caution and follow traffic safety laws. When a driver runs a red light or speeds, they breach their duty of care. If that breach causes an accident and injures you, the at-fault driver can be held liable for your damages.
Our San Jose personal injury lawyers will gather evidence to prove each element of negligence, such as medical records, police reports, photos, videos, and witness testimony. We’ll also consult experts to gain insight into complex and technical issues to build the strongest case possible. Contact us today to get started.
Our Fees
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in San Jose, CA?
The attorneys at M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. When we enter into an attorney-client relationship, we’ll agree upon a percentage that will be taken from your settlement or verdict award.
There will be no upfront costs. If we don’t secure a favorable outcome in your case, you will owe us nothing. This allows you to retain an experienced attorney without worrying about whether you can afford it.
Contact us today to set up a free consultation. We’ll go over our contingency fee structure and what you can expect.
Next Step
Schedule a Free Consultation With Our San Jose Personal Injury Lawyers
If you’ve suffered injuries due to someone’s careless actions, they should be held financially accountable. You don’t have to take them on alone. M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers can help you secure the compensation you deserve while you focus on your recovery.
We have over 100 years of collective experience helping injury victims throughout California fight big insurance companies and other corporations – and we’re ready to advocate for you.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with our award-winning San Jose personal injury attorneys. We’re standing by 24/7 to take your call.
FAQ
Common Questions About San Jose Personal Injury Cases
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in California?
California’s statute of limitations generally gives injured victims two years after their accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit, under California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1. If you lost a loved one due to another party’s negligent or intentional acts, you’ll have two years from their date of death to file a wrongful death claim. There are exceptions, such as if the victim is a child or the defendant is a government entity.
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer at M&Y?
The attorneys at M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. There will be no upfront costs. If we don’t secure a favorable outcome in your case, you will owe us nothing. When we enter into an attorney-client relationship, we’ll agree upon a percentage that will be taken from your settlement or verdict award.
What if I'm partially at fault for the accident?
California follows a pure comparative negligence law that allows plaintiffs to recover damages even if they were partially to blame for the accident. However, their award will be reduced by their percentage of fault. For example, if you are allocated 60% of the blame, your awarded damages will be reduced by 60%. So long as you’re not 100% at fault, you can recover compensation under California law.
What damages can I recover after a San Jose accident?
You may be entitled to compensation for both economic damages (financial losses such as past and future medical expenses, loss of earnings, and diminished earning capacity) and non-economic damages (personal losses such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, inconvenience, and loss of companionship). In rare cases where the defendant acted maliciously, punitive damages may also be available.
Where is M&Y's San Jose office located?
Our San Jose office is located at 99 S Almaden Blvd, Suite 600, San Jose, CA 95113. Call us at 866-864-5477 24/7 to schedule a free consultation. We serve clients throughout San Jose and Santa Clara County.