Palo Alto Personal Injury Attorney

Palo Alto Personal Injury Attorney

Aggressive Representation for Accident Victims in Palo Alto, California

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in Palo Alto, the personal injury attorneys at Smilove & Rosenblum, APC are here to help. With over 30 years of combined experience and more than $45 million recovered for our clients, we have the knowledge, resources, and determination to fight for the compensation you deserve. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win your case.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Palo Alto

Our attorneys represent Palo Alto residents in a full range of personal injury matters, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian and bicycle accidents, slip-and-fall injuries, rideshare (Uber/Lyft) accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and dog bite injuries. Whatever the cause of your injury, we have the experience to evaluate your case and pursue the maximum recovery available under California law.

Accidents and Traffic Safety in Palo Alto

Palo Alto’s dense concentration of tech campuses, Stanford University traffic, and heavy bicycle commuting create a complex mix of vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians that leads to frequent accidents.

Home to Stanford University and the heart of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto generates enormous traffic from tech workers, students, and residents alike. The city’s strong cycling culture means bicycle accidents are particularly common, especially along University Avenue and El Camino Real. Rush-hour congestion on Page Mill Road and Oregon Expressway — key connections between US-101 and I-280 — creates additional hazards. Our firm understands the unique traffic dynamics of Palo Alto and has experience handling the complex multi-party accident cases that arise in this community.

Local Resources for Palo Alto Accident Victims

If you have been injured in Palo Alto, knowing your local resources can make a critical difference in your recovery and your legal case.

Nearest Court: Santa Clara County Superior Court, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Our attorneys regularly appear at this courthouse and are familiar with its judges, staff, and case management procedures.

Major Hospitals: Stanford Health Care, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital. If you have not yet sought medical attention after your accident, we strongly encourage you to do so immediately — both for your health and to document your injuries.

Key Freeways & Roads: US-101, I-280, CA-82. These major transportation corridors see high traffic volumes and are common locations for serious accidents in the Palo Alto area.

Notable Landmarks & Intersections: University Avenue, El Camino Real, Page Mill Road, Oregon Expressway.

What to Do After an Accident in Palo Alto

If you’ve been involved in an accident in Palo Alto, take these important steps to protect your health and your legal rights:

First, seek immediate medical attention, even if you feel fine — many serious injuries don’t show symptoms right away. Call 911 if anyone is hurt. Document everything: take photos of the accident scene, vehicle damage, your injuries, and any road conditions that may have contributed. Get contact and insurance information from all parties involved, and collect names and numbers of any witnesses.

Important: Under California law (Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1), you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. If your claim involves a government entity (such as a city bus or a dangerous road maintained by the county), you must file a government tort claim within six months under Government Code § 911.2. Don’t wait — contact an attorney as soon as possible to preserve your rights.

Our Office Locations

Our Burlingame office at 533 Airport Blvd, Suite 400, Burlingame, CA 94010 is conveniently located to serve Palo Alto residents. We also maintain an office in Los Angeles at 3660 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 942 to serve clients throughout California.

We offer free initial consultations and work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.