{"id":93073,"date":"2026-03-31T02:33:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T02:33:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scrantonlawfirm.com\/?p=93073"},"modified":"2026-03-31T02:37:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T02:37:02","slug":"que-hacer-despues-de-un-accidente-automovilistico-en-el-norte-de-california","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scrantonlawfirm.com\/es\/what-to-do-after-a-car-accident-in-northern-california\/","title":{"rendered":"Qu\u00e9 hacer despu\u00e9s de un accidente de coche en el norte de California"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"93073\" class=\"elementor elementor-93073\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d1c62aa e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d1c62aa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f872090 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"f872090\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Article\",\n      \"headline\": \"What to Do After a Car Accident in Northern California\",\n      \"description\": \"Step-by-step guide to the first 10 days after a California car accident. 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If a government vehicle was involved, you have only <strong>6 months<\/strong> to file a claim.<\/p>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- MAIN CONTENT -->\n  <article class=\"slf-resource-content\">\n    <div class=\"slf-resource-content-wrap\">\n\n      <h2>At the Scene: The First 15 Minutes<\/h2>\n      \n      <p>The moments after a crash are chaotic, but what you do (and don't do) can make or break your insurance claim and any future legal case. Follow these steps in order:<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-timeline\">\n        \n        <div class=\"slf-timeline-step\">\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-marker\"><span>1<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-content\">\n            <h4>Check for Injuries & Call 911<\/h4>\n            <p>Check yourself, passengers, and others involved for injuries. Call 911 immediately if anyone is hurt, if the accident is blocking traffic, or if there's significant property damage. In California, you must report accidents involving injury, death, or property damage over $1,000 to police or CHP.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"slf-timeline-step\">\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-marker\"><span>2<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-content\">\n            <h4>Move to Safety (If Possible)<\/h4>\n            <p>If vehicles are drivable and no one is seriously injured, California law allows you to move vehicles to the shoulder or a safe location to prevent additional accidents. Don't move vehicles if someone has a serious injury or if moving them would be unsafe.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"slf-timeline-step\">\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-marker\"><span>3<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-content\">\n            <h4>Exchange Information<\/h4>\n            <p>California law requires you to exchange: name, address, phone number, driver's license number, vehicle registration, insurance company and policy number, and license plate numbers. Get this from ALL drivers involved.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"slf-timeline-step\">\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-marker\"><span>4<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-content\">\n            <h4>Document Everything<\/h4>\n            <p>Take photos of: all vehicles and damage from multiple angles, the accident scene and surrounding area, skid marks, traffic signs and signals, weather and road conditions, any visible injuries. Pro tip: photograph the other driver's license and insurance card instead of writing it down.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"slf-timeline-step\">\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-marker\"><span>5<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-content\">\n            <h4>Get Witness Information<\/h4>\n            <p>If anyone saw the accident, get their name and phone number. Witness statements can be crucial if the other driver disputes what happened. Ask if they'd be willing to provide a statement to police or your attorney.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"slf-timeline-step\">\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-marker\"><span>6<\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-timeline-content\">\n            <h4>Get the Police Report Information<\/h4>\n            <p>If police or CHP respond, get the officer's name, badge number, and report number. Ask which department will have the report and when it will be available. For CHP accidents, you'll receive a crash card with a QR code to access your report online.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-warning\">\n        <div class=\"slf-warning-label\">\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M1 21h22L12 2 1 21zm12-3h-2v-2h2v2zm0-4h-2v-4h2v4z\"\/><\/svg>\n          Never Admit Fault\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Don't apologize or say \"it was my fault\" at the scene \u2014 even if you think it was. California uses \"pure comparative negligence,\" meaning fault can be shared. Anything you say can be used against you by insurance companies to reduce your compensation.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <h2>Critical Deadlines You Can't Miss<\/h2>\n\n      <p>California law sets strict deadlines after an accident. Miss them and you could lose your license, your insurance claim, or your right to sue.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-deadline-cards\">\n        \n        <div class=\"slf-deadline-card urgent\">\n          <div class=\"time\">10<\/div>\n          <div class=\"unit\">Days<\/div>\n          <h4>DMV SR-1 Report<\/h4>\n          <p>Required if anyone was injured OR property damage exceeds $1,000<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"slf-deadline-card\">\n          <div class=\"time\">6<\/div>\n          <div class=\"unit\">Months<\/div>\n          <h4>Government Claims<\/h4>\n          <p>If a city, county, or state vehicle was involved in the accident<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"slf-deadline-card\">\n          <div class=\"time\">2<\/div>\n          <div class=\"unit\">Years<\/div>\n          <h4>Personal Injury Lawsuit<\/h4>\n          <p>Statute of limitations to file a lawsuit for injuries<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n      <h2>The SR-1 Report: California's 10-Day Requirement<\/h2>\n\n      <p>This is the deadline most people don't know about \u2014 and missing it can get your license suspended.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-info-box\">\n        <div class=\"slf-info-box-header\">\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.48 2 2 6.48 2 12s4.48 10 10 10 10-4.48 10-10S17.52 2 12 2zm-2 15l-5-5 1.41-1.41L10 14.17l7.59-7.59L19 8l-9 9z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <h3>When You Must File an SR-1<\/h3>\n        <\/div>\n        <p>California Vehicle Code Section 16000 requires you to file an SR-1 report with the DMV within <strong>10 days<\/strong> of any accident where:<\/p>\n        <p>\u2022 Anyone was injured (no matter how minor \u2014 even a complaint of pain counts)<br>\n        \u2022 Anyone was killed<br>\n        \u2022 Property damage to any person's property exceeds <strong>$1,000<\/strong><\/p>\n        <p>This is required <strong>in addition to<\/strong> any police report. Filing a police report does NOT satisfy this requirement. Your insurance company will not file this for you unless you specifically ask them to.<\/p>\n        <p><strong>Penalty for not filing:<\/strong> Automatic suspension of your driver's license until you file the form.<\/p>\n        <p>File online at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/dmv-virtual-office\/accident-reporting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dmv.ca.gov<\/a> or download the form and mail it in.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <h2>The First 48 Hours: What to Do Next<\/h2>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-checklist\">\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>See a Doctor \u2014 Even If You Feel Fine<\/h4>\n            <p>Adrenaline masks pain. Over 40% of accident victims who initially refused medical care later developed symptoms requiring treatment. Whiplash, concussions, and internal bleeding often don't show symptoms for hours or days. Medical documentation also creates crucial evidence linking your injuries to the accident.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>Notify Your Insurance Company<\/h4>\n            <p>Most policies require \"prompt\" reporting \u2014 typically within 24-72 hours. Stick to the basic facts: date, time, location, other driver's info. Don't speculate about fault, don't downplay injuries (\"I think I'm fine\"), and don't agree to give a recorded statement yet.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>Start a Documentation Folder<\/h4>\n            <p>Create a folder (physical or digital) for everything related to the accident: photos, medical records, repair estimates, police report, correspondence with insurance, receipts for out-of-pocket expenses, notes on missed work days.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>Get the Police\/CHP Report<\/h4>\n            <p>Request your accident report as soon as it's available (usually 7-10 business days). For CHP accidents, use the free online portal at crashes.chp.ca.gov. For local police, contact the department that responded.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-pro-tip\">\n        <div class=\"slf-pro-tip-label\">\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 17.27L18.18 21l-1.64-7.03L22 9.24l-7.19-.61L12 2 9.19 8.63 2 9.24l5.46 4.73L5.82 21z\"\/><\/svg>\n          Keep a Pain Journal\n        <\/div>\n        <p>Write down your symptoms daily \u2014 pain levels, headaches, difficulty sleeping, trouble concentrating, how injuries affect your daily activities. This becomes powerful evidence if you need to file a claim for pain and suffering.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <h2>Dealing with Insurance Companies<\/h2>\n\n      <p>Insurance companies aren't on your side \u2014 even your own insurer. Their goal is to pay as little as possible. Here's how to protect yourself:<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-do-dont\">\n        <div class=\"slf-do-box\">\n          <h4>\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n            Do\n          <\/h4>\n          <ul>\n            <li>Report the accident promptly to your insurer<\/li>\n            <li>Stick to basic facts (date, time, location)<\/li>\n            <li>Take photos of all damage<\/li>\n            <li>Keep copies of all correspondence<\/li>\n            <li>Get repair estimates in writing<\/li>\n            <li>Consult an attorney before accepting any settlement<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-dont-box\">\n          <h4>\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M19 6.41L17.59 5 12 10.59 6.41 5 5 6.41 10.59 12 5 17.59 6.41 19 12 13.41 17.59 19 19 17.59 13.41 12z\"\/><\/svg>\n            Don't\n          <\/h4>\n          <ul>\n            <li>Give a recorded statement without legal advice<\/li>\n            <li>Sign broad medical release forms<\/li>\n            <li>Accept the first settlement offer<\/li>\n            <li>Say \"I'm fine\" or downplay injuries<\/li>\n            <li>Post about the accident on social media<\/li>\n            <li>Discuss fault or apologize<\/li>\n          <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-warning\">\n        <div class=\"slf-warning-label\">\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M1 21h22L12 2 1 21zm12-3h-2v-2h2v2zm0-4h-2v-4h2v4z\"\/><\/svg>\n          The Other Driver's Insurance Is Not Your Friend\n        <\/div>\n        <p>If the other driver's insurance calls you, be careful. They may try to get you to say things that hurt your claim or accept a quick lowball settlement before you know the full extent of your injuries. You're not required to give them a recorded statement. Politely decline and consult an attorney first.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <h2>California's 2025 Insurance Minimums<\/h2>\n\n      <p>As of January 1, 2025, California increased minimum auto insurance requirements under Senate Bill 1107:<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-checklist\">\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>$30,000 per person for bodily injury<\/h4>\n            <p>Up from the previous $15,000 minimum. This is the maximum the at-fault driver's insurance will pay for one person's injuries.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>$60,000 per accident for bodily injury<\/h4>\n            <p>Up from $30,000. The total maximum for all injuries in a single accident.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>$15,000 for property damage<\/h4>\n            <p>Up from $5,000. Covers damage to vehicles and other property.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-pro-tip\">\n        <div class=\"slf-pro-tip-label\">\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 17.27L18.18 21l-1.64-7.03L22 9.24l-7.19-.61L12 2 9.19 8.63 2 9.24l5.46 4.73L5.82 21z\"\/><\/svg>\n          Check Your UM\/UIM Coverage\n        <\/div>\n        <p>If the at-fault driver has only minimum coverage or is uninsured, their insurance may not cover your full losses. Make sure you have adequate Uninsured\/Underinsured Motorist (UM\/UIM) coverage on your own policy \u2014 it protects you when the other driver can't pay.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <h2>When to Call a Lawyer<\/h2>\n\n      <p>Not every fender-bender needs an attorney. But certain situations almost always benefit from legal representation:<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-checklist\">\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>You Have Significant Injuries<\/h4>\n            <p>Broken bones, head injuries, spinal injuries, or anything requiring ongoing treatment. The more serious the injury, the more important it is to have someone fighting for full compensation.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>Fault Is Disputed<\/h4>\n            <p>If the other driver is blaming you, or if the police report doesn't clearly establish fault, you need someone to gather evidence and build your case.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>Insurance Is Giving You the Runaround<\/h4>\n            <p>Delayed responses, lowball offers, requests for unnecessary documentation, or outright denials. Insurance companies often change their tune when an attorney gets involved.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>A Government Vehicle Was Involved<\/h4>\n            <p>Claims against city, county, or state entities have strict 6-month deadlines and special procedures. Miss these and you lose your right to compensation entirely.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-checklist-item\">\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-icon\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 16.17L4.83 12l-1.42 1.41L9 19 21 7l-1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"slf-checklist-content\">\n            <h4>Multiple Vehicles or Commercial Trucks<\/h4>\n            <p>These cases involve complex liability questions, multiple insurance policies, and often much higher stakes. An experienced attorney can navigate the complexity and maximize your recovery.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/article>\n\n  <!-- FAQ SECTION -->\n  <section class=\"slf-resource-faq\">\n    <div class=\"slf-resource-faq-wrap\">\n      <h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-faq-item is-open\">\n        <div class=\"slf-faq-question\">\n          Do I have to report a car accident to the DMV in California?\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M7.41 8.59L12 13.17l4.59-4.58L18 10l-6 6-6-6 1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-faq-answer\">\n          Yes, if anyone was injured (no matter how minor) or property damage exceeds $1,000, you must file an SR-1 report with the California DMV within 10 days. This is required even if police filed a report at the scene. Failure to file can result in automatic suspension of your driver's license.\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-faq-item\">\n        <div class=\"slf-faq-question\">\n          How long do I have to file a lawsuit after a car accident in California?\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M7.41 8.59L12 13.17l4.59-4.58L18 10l-6 6-6-6 1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-faq-answer\">\n          California's statute of limitations is 2 years from the accident date for personal injury claims and 3 years for property damage only. If a government vehicle was involved (city bus, police car, state truck), you must file an administrative claim within 6 months. For minors, the 2-year clock doesn't start until they turn 18.\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-faq-item\">\n        <div class=\"slf-faq-question\">\n          Should I see a doctor after a car accident even if I feel fine?\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M7.41 8.59L12 13.17l4.59-4.58L18 10l-6 6-6-6 1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-faq-answer\">\n          Yes, absolutely. Adrenaline and shock can mask pain for hours or even days. Injuries like whiplash, concussions, and internal bleeding often don't show immediate symptoms. Over 40% of accident victims who initially felt fine later developed symptoms requiring treatment. Early medical documentation also strengthens any insurance or legal claim.\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"slf-faq-item\">\n        <div class=\"slf-faq-question\">\n          What information should I collect at the accident scene?\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M7.41 8.59L12 13.17l4.59-4.58L18 10l-6 6-6-6 1.41-1.41z\"\/><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"slf-faq-answer\">\n          Exchange names, phone numbers, addresses, driver's license numbers, insurance company and policy numbers, and license plate numbers with all involved drivers. Take photos of all vehicle damage, the overall scene, skid marks, traffic signs, and any visible injuries. Get contact information from any witnesses. 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