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San Francisco Car Accident Attorney
After A Crash, You Do Not Have To Navigate This Alone
A serious car crash can turn your life upside down in a matter of seconds. You may be dealing with pain, medical appointments, a damaged vehicle, and calls from insurance adjusters, all while trying to keep your household running. In this moment, you want a car accident attorney who can guide you through each step with clarity and care.
At Kuvara Law Firm, we have represented injured people across Northern California since 1971. We use our history and recognition to focus on what matters most today, helping you move your case forward without adding stress or confusion.
You do not pay us upfront legal fees. We advance litigation costs and are only compensated if we obtain a recovery for you. When you contact our firm, you speak with a team that understands both the medical and insurance sides of a collision and that stays responsive while your case develops.
Contact our San Francisco car accident lawyer by calling (415) 922-5522 today!
how we can help
no matter the injury
Don’t settle for less. Fight for full compensation.
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$2,000,000 Truck Accident
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$1,850,000 Pedestrian Accident
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$1,800,000 Motorcycle Accident
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$1,750,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
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$1,495,000 Premises Liability
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$1,410,000 Premises Liability
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$1,300,000 Pedestrian Accident
What To Do After A Car Accident
Right after a collision, it can be hard to think clearly. You may feel shaken, embarrassed, or angry at the other driver. Having a simple plan can help protect your health and your future claim. Even if some time has passed, understanding these steps can still be useful as you piece together what happened.
Your first priority is safety. If you can, move to a safer location away from traffic and check yourself and others for injuries. Calling 911 or local law enforcement is often important, especially for crashes on city streets or nearby freeways, because a police report can document key details that you might not remember later.
Medical attention is essential, even if you think you are okay. Some injuries, such as concussions or soft tissue trauma, can take hours or days to show up fully. Getting evaluated at a hospital or clinic and following up with your doctor helps protect your health and creates a record that links your symptoms to the crash. Gaps in treatment can give insurers an excuse to downplay what you are going through.
If it is safe, gather information at the scene. Exchange names, contact details, and insurance information with the other driver. Take photos of all vehicles, license plates, street signs, skid marks, and anything else that might show what occurred. If anyone saw the collision, try to get their contact information before they leave. These details can become crucial when an insurance company later tries to dispute fault.
Be careful about what you say. It is natural to want to apologize in a stressful moment, but casual comments can be misinterpreted as an admission of fault. When an insurance adjuster contacts you, remember that their role is to protect their company’s bottom line. You are not required to give a detailed or recorded statement on the spot. Speaking with a car accident lawyer first can help you avoid statements that may harm your claim.
When you reach out to our firm after a crash, we work to take some of these burdens off your shoulders. We can guide you on communicating with insurers, help you understand what documents to keep, and start organizing the information that will support your claim for medical bills, lost income, and other losses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a car accident case usually take?
Many car accident matters resolve within six to nine months, although timing depends on medical recovery, insurance company conduct, and whether a lawsuit is needed. We use a fully automated, paperless workflow to reduce avoidable delays and keep you updated as your case moves forward.
Talk With Our Team About Your Next Steps
After a car crash, the legal and insurance details can feel like one more burden at a time when you have very little energy left. Speaking with our team gives you a chance to ask questions, understand your rights, and decide whether you want help moving your claim forward.
When you contact Kuvara Law Firm, you reach a firm that has focused on helping injured people across Northern California for over five decades. We combine that experience with a modern, efficient workflow and a commitment to empathy, communication, and integrity. There is no pressure to sign anything and no cost to talk with us about what happened.
To schedule a free consultation with our team, call (415) 922-5522 today.
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Car Accidents
Over 6,000 car accidents occur throughout the country every day. While these accidents are unintentional by nature, many of them are preventable. Negligent driving behaviors such as texting while driving or driving while intoxicated should be avoided at all costs. When a driver’s negligent behavior causes you harm, you may be entitled to compensation.
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Bicycle Accidents
San Francisco is a beautiful city to bike in and it’s been consistently rated one of the most bike friendly cities in the country. The Bay City has made great strides in improving bicycle infrastructure in the last four years with miles of new bike lanes and bike facilities. Still, bike accidents do occur. When a driver negligently hits a cyclist, injuries can be catastrophic. Thus, earning a proper settlement is crucial. The San Francisco personal injury attorneys at Kuvara Law Firm have a long history of fighting for injured cyclists and ensuring they receive the settlement they deserve.
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Pedestrian Accidents
Walking is by far one of the healthiest means of transportation, but healthy doesn’t equate to being safe. Too often, driver distraction, intoxication, or disregard for traffic laws will result in pedestrian injury. Unlike drivers, pedestrians have no metal cage for impact protection. Pedestrian accidents can yield some of the worst injuries, which makes obtaining a proper settlement even more important.
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Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle crashes are inherently more dangerous than car crashes, because there is no seat belt or metal cage to protect you from impact. Injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident can be severe, with medical costs reaching higher than $30,000 in some cases. It’s unreasonable to expect you to carry the full burden of these expenses and insurance may not provide you the full value of your claim. Our San Francisco personal injury attorneys can investigate your accident and fight on your behalf to ensure no money is left on the table.
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Truck Accidents
The number of trucks out on the road are growing by the day to meet transportation demands. As the number of trucks on the road increases, the probability of ending up in a truck accident also increases. Unsafe driving behaviors and vehicle malfunctions can result in serious injuries when an 80,000 pound truck collides with your vehicle. A truck accident attorney can help investigate your accident to put together a case that will earn you the compensation you deserve.
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Bus Accidents
As one of the larger vehicle classes out on the road, riders are generally much safer on a bus in a low speed crash. However, high speed bus crashes can be incredibly dangerous, especially since riders are not secured by seat belts. Riders who have been injured in a bus crash may be entitled to compensation due to negligence on behalf of the bus driver, bus company, bus manufacturer, or a number of other entities and individuals.
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Train Accidents
While trains are relatively safer than many different forms of transportation, accidents still occur. If you’ve been injured in a train accident, liability could fall on one of the employees, a part manufacturer, a part installer, or local government. It’s to your benefit to contact our San Francisco personal injury attorneys for legal advice if you’ve been injured in a San Francisco, California train accident.
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Airplane Accidents
While airplane accidents are nowhere near as frequent as road accidents, the injury and fatality rates are far higher. Airplane accident claims are difficult claims to pursue alone. There are often many different parties involved and several individuals or companies who could be held liable. If you’ve been injured in an airplane accident, it’s best to consult our San Francisco personal injury attorneys before filing a claim.
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Boating Accidents
Boating is meant to be a carefree, leisurely activity. Thus, it’s incredibly jarring when your leisure time is abruptly halted by the horrific occurrence of an accident. Boat accidents can result in serious injuries and can occur on a range of boats, from personal sail boats to luxury cruise ships. The San Francisco personal injury attorneys at Kuvara Law Firm can provide you with valuable advice on how best to approach your boat accident case based on the circumstances of the accident.
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Premises Liability
You may not be aware, but property owners can be held liable for injuries that occur on their premises. It is a property owner’s responsibility to ensure their premises are free of dangerous defects and hazards. Any injury ranging from dog bites to slip and fall incidents can be compensated if negligence is proven.
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Product Liability
Product manufacturers have a responsibility to ensure their products are safe for sale before selling them to the public on the market. Manufacturing or design defects can compromise the safety of a product, which can result in injury or death. In these instances, it’s important to hold liable parties accountable and ensure justice is served.
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Work Related Accidents
An employer has a duty to maintain a safe work environment. When the safety of a work environment is comprised and injuries occur, employers can and should be held responsible. The San Francisco personal injury attorneys Kuvara Law Firm has decades of experience representing injured workers in work-related accident cases.
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Wrongful Death
Unfortunately, accident do sometimes result in death. If your loved one has died due to the negligence of another individual, you can file a claim to receive compensation for your loss and suffering. No amount of compensation could ever repay the damage done, but a fair settlement could help you manage burial expenses, prior medical expenses, a loss of income, and more.
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"They held my hand thru the whole thing, answering my silly calls with questions and showing great patience."
I found the Kuvara Law Firm when I did a search for personal injury attorneys. I scanned down the possibilities but their name jumped out at me. I called, sure I didn't have a claim because I've never done this before, but on reviewing my case Mr. Kuvara said I DO have a case and assigned me to the appropriate person to get things started. They were always very friendly and encouraging whenever I contacted them. Colby is an absolute doll! Then when I had my fall and concussion Mr. Kovara referred me to a colleague at another firm that specializes in that type of case. They, too, were good and helpful and full of information I'd never think of! Everything was perfect, they really knew their jobs at both firms and took great care of me. I can't recommend them highly enough and will keep their contact information in my wallet ready to share with all who may ask! Thanks so much, Colby!
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"Coby Kuvara is caring, compassionate, patient and knowledgeable."
She consistently checked in on my wellness and kept me updated, which was instrumental in the pursuit of my mental and physical health progression. I have no regrets choosing Kuvara Law Firm, if I ever find myself needing help again I know I can trust Kuvara Law.
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"Mr. Kuvara and his team are truly amazing! He is the most kind hearted and will do everything he can to win your case."
They are very prompt with responses and follow up. The entire process was stress free (especially going through this during the middle of the pandemic) and seamless! He heard, understood my pain and had the most sincerest empathy for me. This review has been LONG overdue. He took care of me in 2020 and has left an everlasting impression in my life. I recommend everyone to Mr. Kuvara and his outstanding team! Thank you all from the bottom of my heart!
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"Simply the best."
Neal and Colby Kuvara worked tirelessly to achieve a result I am happy with. They did not promise me anything they did not deliver. Along with this, they are decent people, not something you may associate with Lawyers. They proceeded at a pace that allowed me to heal and kept me informed of all developments in a timely manner. I could not recommend them more highly.- Jason D.
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Hospitals/Physicians
Saint Francis Memorial Hospital
900 Hyde St
San Francisco, CA 94109Phone:(415) 353-6000Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center
1001 Potrero Ave
San Francisco, CA 94110Phone: (415) 206-8000St. Mary’s Medical Center
450 Stanyan St
San Francisco, CA 94117Phone: (415) 668-1000Pacific Family Practice
1 Shrader St Suite 578
San Francisco, CA 94117Phone:(415) 876-5762 -
Physical Therapists
TherapydiaSF Physical Therapy
580 Market St Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94104Phone: (415) 765-1502Golden Gate Physical Therapy
1 Daniel Burnham Ct #325C
San Francisco, CA 94109Phone: (415) 776-1646
GSPORTS Physical Therapy
332 Pine St Suite 202
San Francisco, CA 94104Phone: (415) 732-5608Beacon Physical Therapy
One Sansome St #725
San Francisco, CA 94104Phone: (415) 772-0997Healthwell Physical Therapy Group
1200 Gough St
San Francisco, CA 94109Phone: (415) 921-1211 -
Repair Shops
San Francisco Auto Repair Center
369 11th St
San Francisco, CA 94103Phone: (415) 285-8588My Mechanic
1123, 888 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA 94107Phone: (415) 552-0555The Garage – SF
340 10th St
San Francisco, CA 94103Phone: (415) 864-0111Hayes Auto Repair
2401 Bush St
San Francisco, CA 94115Phone: (415) 346-7061Auto Repair Center
1379 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA 94103Phone: (415) 863-0667