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From serious injuries to wrongful death claims, we represent individuals and families throughout Northern California with experienced, trial-ready advocacy.
You have already taken a major step: going on the internet to research injury lawyers. On this page, we have taken the time to answer some of the questions that we hear most frequently from our prospective clients.
With more than 40 years of combined experience, our lead attorneys have worked hard to help victims of personal injury and the families of wrongful death victims receive the compensation they deserve for their losses. Monte L. Hansen and Roy E. Miller are Santa Rosa personal injury attorneys you can trust with the protection of your rights. Experienced, passionate, and relentless in pursuit of justice – this mission statement describes the way we go about our personal injury practice at the Hansen, Frisbie & Clausen Law Firm in Santa Rosa.
We investigate your accident and injury thoroughly to identify the negligent party or parties responsible for your injury.
Contact Hansen, Frisbie & Clausen Law Firm for the quality legal representation you deserve. Call us at (707) 244-6050.
We serve personal injury clients in Northern California cities such as Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Cloverdale, Cotati, Healdsburg, Rohnert Park, Sebastopol, Sonoma, Windsor and Guerneville; and in the counties of Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino, Marin and Lake.
Personal Injury Overview
The sooner you contact a lawyer, the better. After an accident, whether it is a car crash or a slip-and-fall, your insurer will likely reach out to you to ask some questions and get a statement. Do not speak to any insurance representatives without a lawyer present. Insurance companies have ways of getting you to admit liability so they do not have to pay the full amount that you deserve. Before you communicate with your insurer, get help from an attorney.
As injury attorneys, we handle a full spectrum of accident and injury cases. Some common examples include:
Having handled so many complex cases, we understand the process inside and out. Whatever type of injury you suffered, our lawyers can help you.
Hansen, Frisbie & Clausen Law Firm has achieved results for seriously injured clients who have been involved in the following types of accident situations:
Our firm also has the skill and compassion necessary to properly handle wrongful death lawsuits as well as cases involving serious or catastrophic injuries such as brain injury or spinal cord injury.
We aggressively pursue insurance claims to achieve maximum financial compensation for you and your family. If opposing counsel or the negligent party’s insurance company does not negotiate with us in good faith, we are fully prepared to pursue your personal injury case in court.
We work on a contingency fee basis in personal injury cases, which ensures you can concentrate on your physical recovery rather than what your legal representation will cost. You owe no attorney fee unless we reach a settlement in your case.
Some of the damages for which you may seek compensation include:
We have helped thousands of clients in California recover compensation through settlements or awards. No matter how complex your accident, our team does not give up until we feel confident that we have achieved the best outcome available.
After suffering an injury due to someone else’s negligence, time is not on your side. California law establishes strict deadlines, known as statutes of limitations, that determine how long you have to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar you from seeking compensation, regardless of how strong your case may be.
For most personal injury cases in California, including car accidents, slip-and-falls, and dog bites, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. This timeline applies to injuries that were immediately apparent. If you discovered your injury later, the “discovery rule” may allow you to file within two years from the date you discovered or reasonably should have discovered the injury.
Claims against government entities in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County or any California municipality have significantly shorter deadlines. You must file a government claim within six months of the incident. Only after the claim is denied can you proceed with a lawsuit, and even then, strict timeframes apply.
Medical malpractice cases follow different rules. You have one year from discovering the injury or three years from the date of injury, whichever comes first. For injuries to minors, the statute may be tolled (paused) until they reach 18 years of age, though exceptions exist, particularly in medical malpractice cases.
Several factors can extend or “toll” these deadlines, including:
Waiting too long not only risks missing critical deadlines but also complicates evidence gathering as witnesses’ memories fade and physical evidence disappears.
Different types of accident cases may have varying limitation periods. Product liability claims typically follow the standard two-year rule, but cases involving toxic exposure might allow more time due to the latent nature of many chemical injuries. Property damage claims have a longer three-year statute of limitations, which becomes relevant in accident cases involving both personal injury and property damage.
Wholeheartedly, yes. Without a personal injury attorney, you are left to navigate the insurance claims process and the legal process on your own. Although this is possible, you face numerous challenges involving red tape, complex paperwork, legalese and other obstacles. If you make an error, it can prove even more expensive to fix than if you had hired a lawyer in the first place. Not to mention that when insurance companies realize that you have hired representation, they instantly know that you are serious about recovering maximum compensation.
For aggressive representation and personal service, contact us. We offer free initial consultations and virtual 24/7 availability to our lawyers via phone or email. Call us today at (707) 244-6050 to speak with us about your serious accident. We can meet with you on a weeknight or weekend, and we always return messages promptly.
If you have been injured because of someone else's negligence, our Santa Rosa personal injury attorneys are committed to helping you recover the compensation you deserve. We represent victims of car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip-and-fall injuries, wrongful death claims, and other serious injury cases.
A serious accident can affect your health, your finances, and your family's future. We're committed to holding negligent parties accountable and helping you recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more.
