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Frequently Asked Questions

Accident and injury, California Lemon Law, and estate planning

Car accidents and injuries

What does a case review cost?

Accident and injury case reviews are free and confidential. Matters are generally handled on a contingency-fee basis. Attorney fees are not owed unless a recovery is obtained; clients may remain responsible for costs as stated in the written fee agreement.

Should I give the other driver's insurer a recorded statement?

Speak with a lawyer first. Requests often come early, before the medical picture is complete, and questions may be framed to obtain short admissions without context.

What if the other driver had no insurance, or not enough?

Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage on your own policy is frequently the route to a recovery. The firm reviews the coverage available to you as part of the case review.

How long do I have to bring a claim?

Deadlines vary depending on the parties involved, and some are shorter where a public entity is involved. Because the analysis is fact-specific, raise it at your case review rather than assuming.

California Lemon Law

How many repair attempts are enough?

There is no fixed number that applies to every vehicle. The evaluation considers the defect, its seriousness, how many opportunities the manufacturer had, and the cumulative time out of service.

Does the Lemon Law cover leased or used vehicles?

It can. Lessees hold warranty rights, and some used, demonstrator and certified pre-owned vehicles are sold with a warranty still in force. The documents determine the answer.

Should I keep making payments?

Payment obligations under a finance or lease agreement are separate from a warranty claim. Do not stop paying on the assumption that a claim will resolve them; raise the question at your case review.

What does a lemon law review cost?

The initial lemon law case review is free. Depending on the claim and engagement agreement, attorney fees and costs may be recoverable from the manufacturer under California law. No outcome or fee recovery is guaranteed.

Estate planning

Do I need a trust, or is a will enough?

It depends on what you own, how it is titled, and what you want to happen during incapacity as well as after death. Both are discussed at the consultation.

What does estate planning cost?

Consultation and document-preparation fees depend on the scope of services. The fee and included work are explained before representation begins and confirmed in a written agreement.

I already have a trust. Does it need updating?

Possibly. Marriage, divorce, a birth or death, buying or selling property, a business change, or a move to or from California are all reasons to review an existing plan.

Working with the firm

Which languages can the firm assist in?

Our office provides service and support in Spanish, Armenian, and Russian.

Do I have to come to the office?

No. Many consultations, document reviews and case updates are handled remotely when appropriate. The Burbank office and the Oxnard location are available by appointment.

This page is general information about California matters and is not legal advice about your situation. Whether representation is available depends on the facts of the individual case.

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Accident, injury and lemon law case reviews are free and confidential. Estate planning is handled by scheduled consultation.

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Accident, injury and lemon law case reviews are free and confidential. Estate planning is handled by scheduled consultation.