San Mateo Personal Injury Attorney

San Mateo Personal Injury Attorney

Aggressive Representation for Accident Victims in San Mateo, California

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in San Mateo, 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 San Mateo

Our attorneys represent San Mateo 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 San Mateo

San Mateo’s position between San Francisco and Silicon Valley means heavy through-traffic on US-101, while the CA-92 corridor to the San Mateo Bridge creates additional congestion and accident risks.

Located in the heart of the Peninsula, San Mateo sees tremendous traffic volume from commuters traveling between San Francisco and Silicon Valley. The CA-92 interchange with US-101 is one of the most congested — and dangerous — intersections in the county, and the approach to the San Mateo Bridge funnels thousands of vehicles through the city daily. Our Burlingame office is located just minutes from San Mateo, making us intimately familiar with local traffic patterns, accident hotspots, and San Mateo County Superior Court procedures.

Local Resources for San Mateo Accident Victims

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

Nearest Court: San Mateo County Superior Court, located at 400 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063. Our attorneys regularly appear at this courthouse and are familiar with its judges, staff, and case management procedures.

Major Hospitals: San Mateo Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center. 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, CA-92, I-280. These major transportation corridors see high traffic volumes and are common locations for serious accidents in the San Mateo area.

Notable Landmarks & Intersections: CA-92/US-101 interchange, El Camino Real, Third Avenue downtown, San Mateo Bridge approach.

What to Do After an Accident in San Mateo

If you’ve been involved in an accident in San Mateo, 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 San Mateo 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.