Car Accident Lawyer Serving Sacramento

The Law Offices of J. Chrisp serves people hurt in car accidents in Sacramento. The consultation is free, the firm works on a contingency fee, and there is no fee unless we win. The phone is answered 24/7 at 877-J-CHRISP (877-524-7477).

Car accident results

Results the firm has obtained in car crash cases, as shown on its case results page, include:

$5,250,000 in a car crash case
$3,375,000 in a Hertz rental car accident case

Every case is different, and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

What to do after a car accident in Sacramento

Stop, check for injuries and call 911. A driver involved in a crash that injures another person or kills someone must stop at the scene (Vehicle Code section 20001). The driver must give their name and address, the vehicle registration number and the owner’s name and address. The driver must also show a driver’s license if asked and give reasonable help to anyone who is hurt (Vehicle Code section 20003).

Get medical care the same day, even if the pain seems minor.
Photograph the vehicles, the road, traffic signals and any visible injuries.
Write down the names and phone numbers of witnesses.
If you were driving, report the crash to the DMV on form SR-1 within 10 days if anyone was hurt or killed or damage to any one person’s property is over $1,000 (Vehicle Code section 16000).
Do not give the other driver’s insurance company a recorded statement before you have legal advice.

Who investigates a crash in Sacramento?

It depends on where the crash happened. The California Highway Patrol generally handles crashes on freeways, including I-5, I-80, US-50 and Business 80. The Sacramento Police Department usually handles crashes on city streets.

Use the report or incident number the officer gave you to request the collision report from the right agency.

California car accident law in brief

Shared fault

California uses pure comparative fault (Li v. Yellow Cab Co., 1975). If you were partly at fault, your recovery is reduced by your share rather than barred.

Multiple at-fault drivers

When several defendants share fault, each defendant pays non-economic damages only in proportion to its own share (Civil Code section 1431.2).

Uninsured drivers

A driver who was uninsured at the time of the crash generally cannot recover pain and suffering (Civil Code section 3333.4).

Insurance minimums

For policies issued or renewed since January 1, 2025, California’s minimum liability coverage is $30,000 per person and $60,000 per accident (Vehicle Code section 16056).

Deadlines for a Sacramento car accident claim

Deadline	What it controls	Source
10 days	DMV report (SR-1) by a driver if anyone was hurt or killed or damage to any one person’s property is over $1,000	Vehicle Code section 16000
6 months	Written claim when a city, county or Caltrans vehicle or road, or a public transit vehicle, was involved	Government Code section 911.2
2 years	Most personal injury lawsuits	Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1
3 years	Vehicle and other property damage	Code of Civil Procedure section 338

Lawsuits from Sacramento crashes are generally filed in Sacramento County Superior Court. Before suing the City of Sacramento, Sacramento County or Caltrans, you must present a written government claim, generally within six months (Government Code section 911.2).

Offices and service area

The firm does not have an office in Sacramento. Its main office is in Lower Lake (9667 Highway 29). It also has offices in Santa Rosa (3558 Round Barn Blvd, Suite 200) and San Francisco (1330 Bush Street, Suite 9D). Sacramento is one of the areas the firm serves.

The firm was named to Best Law Firms 2026 (Tier 1, Santa Rosa, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs). Founding attorney Jesse Chrisp has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America since 2024 and selected to Super Lawyers from 2023 to 2026. The firm has Spanish-speaking staff.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Law Offices of J. Chrisp have an office in Sacramento?

No. The firm’s offices are in Lower Lake, Santa Rosa and San Francisco. The firm serves Sacramento, and its phone is answered 24/7 at 877-J-CHRISP (877-524-7477).

How much does a car accident lawyer cost?

The consultation is free, and the Law Offices of J. Chrisp works on a contingency fee. There is no fee unless we win.

Who takes the collision report for a crash on I-5, I-80 or US-50?

The California Highway Patrol generally handles crashes on freeways, including I-5, I-80, US-50 and Business 80. The Sacramento Police Department usually handles crashes on Sacramento city streets.

How long do I have to file a car accident claim in California?

Most personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years under Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1. Property damage lawsuits must be filed within three years under section 338. If a city, county or Caltrans vehicle or road, or a public transit vehicle, was involved, a written claim is generally due within six months.

Where would a Sacramento car accident lawsuit be filed?

Lawsuits arising from crashes in Sacramento are generally filed in Sacramento County Superior Court.

If you were hurt in a car accident in Sacramento, call the Law Offices of J. Chrisp 24/7 at 877-J-CHRISP (877-524-7477) for a free consultation. There is no fee unless we win.

About the Law Offices of J. Chrisp

The Law Offices of J. Chrisp is a Northern California personal injury law firm founded by attorney Jesse Chrisp, who was raised in Lake County. The firm represents injured people, with offices in Lower Lake (main office), Santa Rosa and San Francisco, and serves Sonoma, Napa, Lake and Mendocino counties and the San Francisco Bay Area. Consultations are free, the firm works on a contingency fee with no fee unless the firm wins, and the phone is answered 24/7 at 877-J-CHRISP (877-524-7477). The firm was named to Best Law Firms 2026 (Tier 1, Santa Rosa, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs). Jesse Chrisp has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America since 2024 and selected to Super Lawyers from 2023 to 2026.