Accident Evidence Dossier & Attorney Consultation Desk

Organize chronological incident events, log medical/vehicle losses, compare insurance coverage limits, and generate tailored attorney consultation questions. All records remain 100% private in your local browser.

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Informational & Organization Notice: This interactive workspace is an evidence logging and consultation planning tool, not an attorney referral service or legal advice. Auto accident claims involve jurisdictional deadlines (e.g., California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1 statute of limitations for personal injury is generally 2 years, or 6 months for government entities), comparative fault rules, and policy exclusions. Always review your specific incident dossier with a licensed California personal injury attorney before signing releases or accepting settlement checks.

👁 Chronological Evidence Dossier & Analysis

Synthesized evidence ledger with calculated insurance coverage gap
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Total Documented Losses
$18,450
Med: $9,650 • Auto: $8,800
Adverse BI Coverage Deficit
-$0
Adverse BI: $15,000 vs Med: $9,650
Consultation Urgency
HIGH
Disputed fault + Underinsured risk

Chronological Chain of Events

Chronologically sorted by event date
Dossier synchronized. 6 chronology events loaded.

When Should You Consult a California Auto Incident Lawyer?

Clear criteria to evaluate whether self-handling a property claim suffices, or if legal representation is vital to protect against medical debt liens and adverse adjuster tactics.

1. Disputed Liability or Amber Light Collisions

California follows pure comparative negligence (NLG v. County of Los Angeles). Even if an adverse insurer claims you were 20% or 30% at fault for not braking fast enough or entering an intersection, that directly cuts your recovery. An attorney subpoenas signal timing data, dashcams, and nearby surveillance before it loops over.

2. Bodily Injury Exceeding Statutory Minimums

California's historic minimum bodily injury liability was just $15,000 per person ($30k per accident), recently adjusted under SB 1107. A single ambulance ride and ER evaluation can exhaust this limit. When injuries exceed the at-fault driver's policy, a lawyer must coordinate UIM claims and negotiate hospital hospital lien reductions.

3. Recorded Statements & Early Release Traps

Adverse adjusters often call within 48 to 72 hours asking for a "quick recorded statement" or offering a $500 to $1,500 nuisance check in exchange for signing a general release. You are not legally required to provide a recorded statement to the adverse driver's insurer, and signing a release forfeits rights to future medical care.

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