Slip and Fall in Fresno
Slip and Fall legal information specific to Fresno — California law, local courts, and filing procedures.
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This page provides general legal information about car accident accidents in Fresno, California. It is not legal advice. Consult a licensed California attorney for guidance specific to your case.
Car Accident in Fresno
Fresno car accidents on Highway 99, Highway 41, and major surface arterials like Blackstone Avenue and Shaw Avenue are documented by FPD or CHP. Fresno has a higher-than-average uninsured driver rate — UM/UIM coverage is particularly important. City of Fresno and Caltrans road defect claims each require separate six-month tort claims against the appropriate entity.
California Law That Applies
California pure comparative fault. Two-year SOL under CCP § 335.1. Six-month city tort claim for City of Fresno vehicles or sidewalk defects; six-month state tort claim for Caltrans highway defects on Highway 99 or 41. Insurance minimums $30K/$60K/$15K — frequently inadequate given Fresno's above-average serious injury rate on Highway 99.
Within two years: An action for assault, battery, or injury to, or for the death of, an individual caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another.
Courts and Procedures in Fresno
B.F. Sisk Courthouse, Fresno. Fastest trial timelines in California (12–18 months) — a practical advantage for plaintiffs with strong liability cases.
Primary Courthouse
Fresno County Superior Court — B.F. Sisk Courthouse
1130 O St, Fresno, CA 93721 · Unlimited Civil Division
FAQs — Car Accident in Fresno
How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in Fresno?
The statute of limitations for car accident personal injury claims in Fresno is two years from the date of the collision under Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1. Claims against the City of Fresno, Fresno Area Express (FAX), or Fresno County require a government tort claim within six months. Missing the six-month government deadline permanently bars the government entity claim.
Can I recover if I was partly at fault for a car accident in Fresno?
Yes. California's pure comparative fault system reduces your recovery proportionally by your fault percentage but never eliminates it. A plaintiff found 30% at fault in a $100,000 case recovers $70,000. Fresno insurers routinely argue elevated comparative fault percentages — objective physical evidence counters these arguments.
What if the other driver in my Fresno accident was uninsured?
Your own Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage is the primary recovery source when the at-fault driver has no liability insurance. California requires insurers to offer UM coverage at limits matching the liability coverage purchased. UM coverage pays for bodily injury including pain and suffering from an uninsured driver up to your policy limits.
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