*Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different.
📍 Fontana, CA
Fontana's Most Dangerous Roads
Crashes occur daily on Sierra Ave, Foothill Blvd, Cherry Ave, Baseline Rd, Jurupa Ave, and along the deadly I-10/I-15 interchange. Gonzales Law Offices is headquartered in Fontana at 7337 East Ave — minutes from every major collision zone in the city.
📍 Sierra Ave📍 Foothill Blvd📍 I-10 / I-15📍 Cherry Ave📍 Baseline Rd📍 Jurupa Ave📍 Slover Ave
📍 San Bernardino, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in San Bernardino
San Bernardino sees thousands of crashes each year on E Street, Highland Ave, Waterman Ave, and along the I-215 freeway. The city has one of the highest accident rates in the Inland Empire. Gonzales Law Offices has a dedicated office at 2627 S Waterman Ave, Suite D, San Bernardino — right in the heart of the city's most active accident corridor.
📍 I-215 Freeway📍 Highland Ave📍 Waterman Ave📍 E Street📍 Tippecanoe Ave📍 5th Street
📍 Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga's rapid growth has brought heavy traffic on Foothill Blvd, Haven Ave, Milliken Ave, Archibald Ave, and the I-10. Commercial truck traffic from the nearby logistics corridor adds additional risk. Gonzales Law Offices has an office at 12365 Foothill Blvd, Suite 105, Rancho Cucamonga.
📍 Foothill Blvd📍 Haven Ave📍 Milliken Ave📍 Archibald Ave📍 I-10 Corridor📍 Base Line Rd
📍 Ontario, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Ontario
Ontario's network of freeways — I-10, I-15, SR-60, and SR-83 — combined with Ontario International Airport traffic creates extremely high accident volume. Holt Blvd, Euclid Ave, and the Ontario Mills corridor are among the most crash-prone roads. Gonzales Law Offices office at 500 East E Street, Ontario is ready to help.
📍 Holt Blvd📍 Euclid Ave📍 I-10 / I-15📍 SR-60📍 Airport Blvd📍 Ontario Mills Dr
📍 Rialto, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Rialto
Rialto sits on the I-10 corridor between Fontana and San Bernardino, making it a high-traffic zone for commercial trucks and commuters. Foothill Blvd, Riverside Ave, Cactus Ave, and Merrill Ave see frequent multi-car and truck crashes. The city's large distribution center presence means semi-truck collisions are common.
📍 Foothill Blvd📍 Riverside Ave📍 I-10 Freeway📍 Cactus Ave📍 Merrill Ave
📍 Colton, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Colton
Colton is a major freight rail and highway interchange city with the I-10, I-215, and SR-66 all converging here. Mount Vernon Ave, Valley Blvd, and La Cadena Dr are known accident corridors. Arrowhead Regional Medical Center — the IE's main trauma hospital — is located in Colton, serving victims from surrounding cities.
📍 Mt. Vernon Ave📍 Valley Blvd📍 I-10 / I-215📍 La Cadena Dr🏥 Arrowhead Regional MC
📍 Redlands, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Redlands
Redlands has seen rapid growth along the I-10 and Alabama St corridors. Lugonia Ave, Citrus Ave, Redlands Blvd, and the SR-30/210 freeway are common crash locations. The proximity to the San Bernardino International Airport brings additional heavy traffic. Gonzales Law Offices handles Redlands accident cases with the same depth as in-city clients.
📍 I-10 / SR-210📍 Lugonia Ave📍 Redlands Blvd📍 Alabama St📍 Citrus Ave
📍 Highland, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Highland
Highland borders San Bernardino and Redlands along Highland Ave and Base Line St. The SR-30 corridor, Boulder Ave, and Palm Ave see frequent rear-end, pedestrian, and intersection crashes. San Bernardino Community Hospital and many medical specialists serve Highland accident victims.
📍 Highland Ave📍 Base Line St📍 SR-30 Corridor📍 Boulder Ave
📍 Loma Linda, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Loma Linda
Home to Loma Linda University Medical Center — one of the most advanced trauma centers in Southern California — Loma Linda sees heavy medical and commuter traffic on Anderson St, Barton Rd, and Mountain View Ave. Many serious injury victims from across the IE are treated here after major crashes.
📍 Anderson St📍 Barton Rd📍 Mountain View Ave🏥 LLUMC Trauma Center
📍 Bloomington, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Bloomington
Bloomington is an unincorporated community in San Bernardino County along the I-10 near Fontana. Cedar Ave, Slover Ave, and Valley Blvd are heavily traveled by both personal and commercial vehicles. The area's industrial zoning means a high concentration of truck traffic and elevated accident risk.
📍 Cedar Ave📍 Slover Ave📍 Valley Blvd📍 I-10 Corridor
📍 Upland, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Upland
Upland sits at the western edge of San Bernardino County along the I-10 and SR-210 freeways. Euclid Ave, Foothill Blvd, Central Ave, and San Antonio Ave are high-volume roads with frequent intersection accidents. Upland's busy retail corridors and freeway on-ramps create significant congestion and collision risk.
📍 Euclid Ave📍 Foothill Blvd📍 SR-210📍 Central Ave
📍 Chino, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Chino
Chino is a major logistics and distribution hub with heavy commercial truck traffic on the SR-60 and SR-83 (Euclid Ave). Central Ave, Riverside Dr, Schaefer Ave, and Edison Ave see frequent truck vs. passenger car collisions. Chino Airport traffic adds to the local accident volume.
📍 SR-60 / SR-83📍 Central Ave📍 Riverside Dr📍 Schaefer Ave
📍 Chino Hills, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Chino Hills
Chino Hills has winding canyon roads and high-speed collectors prone to rollover and head-on accidents. Peyton Dr, Pipeline Ave, Chino Hills Pkwy, and Carbon Canyon Rd (SR-142) are among the most accident-prone. The city's hillside geography creates dangerous road conditions, especially in wet weather.
📍 Carbon Canyon Rd📍 Peyton Dr📍 Chino Hills Pkwy📍 Pipeline Ave
📍 Montclair, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Montclair
Montclair sits between Ontario and Upland at the junction of the I-10 and Monte Vista Ave. Central Ave, Benson Ave, and Holt Blvd see high accident volume, especially near the Montclair Plaza shopping area. Intersection accidents and rear-ends near the Montclair Transcenter are common.
📍 Central Ave📍 Monte Vista Ave📍 I-10 Corridor📍 Holt Blvd
📍 Yucaipa, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Yucaipa
Yucaipa is accessed primarily via Yucaipa Blvd, Oak Glen Rd, and the I-10. The transition between freeway speed and local roads creates high rear-end risk at the off-ramps. Mountain-road conditions on SR-38 toward Big Bear can lead to serious rollover and head-on accidents, especially in winter.
📍 Yucaipa Blvd📍 SR-38 Mountain Rd📍 I-10 Off-Ramps📍 Oak Glen Rd
📍 Victorville, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Victorville
Victorville is the High Desert's largest city and a major transportation hub on the I-15 freeway. Bear Valley Rd, 7th St, Hook Blvd, and Mojave Dr are the most dangerous surface streets. The I-15 in Victorville sees deadly high-speed commercial truck accidents regularly — and strong legal representation is critical in these cases.
📍 I-15 Freeway📍 Bear Valley Rd📍 7th Street📍 Hook Blvd📍 Mojave Dr
📍 Hesperia, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Hesperia
Hesperia spreads across the High Desert along the I-15 and US-395. Main St, Bear Valley Rd, Eucalyptus Ave, and Peach Ave are primary accident corridors. Wind conditions and desert road conditions contribute to special risks including blown-out vehicles, debris, and low-visibility accidents in Hesperia.
📍 I-15 Freeway📍 Main St📍 Bear Valley Rd📍 US-395
📍 Apple Valley, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Apple Valley
Apple Valley is a growing High Desert community accessed via US-18 (Outer Hwy 18) and SR-247. Apple Valley Rd, Dale Evans Pkwy, and Navajo Rd are common crash corridors. The city's rapid residential growth and increasing commuter traffic have elevated accident rates significantly over the last decade.
📍 US-18 Hwy📍 Apple Valley Rd📍 Dale Evans Pkwy📍 SR-247
📍 Riverside, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Riverside
Riverside is the county seat of Riverside County and a major IE hub where the I-215, SR-91, SR-60, and I-15 converge. University Ave, Chicago Ave, Van Buren Blvd, Arlington Ave, and Magnolia Ave are among the city's most dangerous surface streets. Cases are filed in Riverside County Superior Court.
📍 SR-91 Freeway📍 University Ave📍 Van Buren Blvd📍 Chicago Ave📍 I-215🏛️ Riverside Co. Superior Court
📍 Moreno Valley, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Moreno Valley
Moreno Valley is Riverside County's largest city and one of the fastest-growing logistics hubs in the US. Alessandro Blvd, Perris Blvd, Cactus Ave, Pigeon Pass Rd, and the SR-60 freeway see enormous accident volume. Riverside University Health System hospital serves trauma victims from Moreno Valley and surrounding cities.
📍 Alessandro Blvd📍 Perris Blvd📍 SR-60 Freeway📍 Cactus Ave📍 Pigeon Pass Rd
📍 Corona, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Corona
Corona is at the crossroads of the SR-91 Freeway, I-15, and SR-71 — making it one of the highest-volume traffic zones in all of Southern California. Lincoln Ave, Ontario Ave, Magnolia Ave, and Main St are hotspots for intersection and freeway-entrance accidents. The 91 Express Lane is frequently the scene of high-speed merging crashes.
📍 SR-91 Freeway📍 I-15 / SR-71📍 Lincoln Ave📍 Ontario Ave📍 Main St
📍 Perris, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Perris
Perris is growing rapidly along the I-215 and Ramona Expressway. Perris Blvd, Ethanac Rd, Case Rd, and Indian Ave have high accident rates driven by an influx of warehouse and distribution traffic mixing with residential commuters on inadequate road infrastructure.
📍 I-215 Freeway📍 Ramona Expressway📍 Perris Blvd📍 Ethanac Rd
📍 Hemet, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Hemet
Hemet has a large senior population and is accessed via SR-74 and SR-79. Florida Ave, Sanderson Ave, Stetson Ave, and Lyon Ave are the most dangerous roads. Intersection accidents and pedestrian crashes are especially common here due to the elderly driving population and limited public transit.
📍 SR-74 / SR-79📍 Florida Ave📍 Sanderson Ave📍 Stetson Ave
📍 Temecula, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Temecula
Temecula is one of Southern California's fastest-growing cities. The I-15 freeway through Temecula carries massive volumes of wine country, casino, and commuter traffic. Winchester Rd, Rancho California Rd, Margarita Rd, and Ynez Rd see daily multi-car accidents. Temecula Valley Hospital is a key trauma resource for southern IE victims.
📍 I-15 Freeway📍 Winchester Rd📍 Rancho California Rd📍 Margarita Rd🏥 Temecula Valley Hospital
📍 Murrieta, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Murrieta
Murrieta sits between the I-15 and I-215 and has grown into one of the IE's most populous cities. Murrieta Hot Springs Rd, Clinton Keith Rd, Jefferson Ave, and Washington Ave are primary accident corridors. The I-15/I-215 split — known locally as "The Y" — is one of the region's most dangerous merging zones.
📍 I-15 / I-215 "The Y"📍 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd📍 Clinton Keith Rd📍 Jefferson Ave
📍 Menifee, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Menifee
Menifee is one of California's newest incorporated cities and one of the fastest growing. Newport Rd, Haun Rd, McCall Blvd, Bradley Rd, and the I-215 extension are the primary accident locations. Construction zones and new development arterials create additional hazards for drivers throughout Menifee.
📍 Newport Rd📍 Haun Rd📍 McCall Blvd📍 I-215 Freeway
📍 Lake Elsinore, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Lake Elsinore
Lake Elsinore is a fast-growing destination city with a mix of local residents and recreation visitors. Central Ave, Grape St, Collier Ave, and SR-74 (Ortega Hwy) are dangerous roads. The Ortega Highway is one of the most hazardous mountain roads in Southern California, with frequent fatal accidents due to curves, limited guardrails, and speed.
📍 SR-74 Ortega Hwy📍 Central Ave📍 Grape St📍 Collier Ave
📍 Jurupa Valley, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Jurupa Valley
Jurupa Valley borders both San Bernardino and Riverside counties and is heavily industrial. Mission Blvd (SR-60), Van Buren Blvd, Jurupa Ave, and Limonite Ave carry massive freight and commuter traffic. Truck vs. passenger car accidents are among the most common case types in Jurupa Valley.
📍 Mission Blvd / SR-60📍 Van Buren Blvd📍 Jurupa Ave📍 Limonite Ave
📍 Norco, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Norco
Norco — "Horsetown USA" — has wide open roads that often lead to speeding on Hamner Ave, 6th St, Cota St, and near the I-15 off-ramps. The mix of equestrian zones, pedestrian paths, and high-speed surface roads creates unusual accident types including animal-involved crashes.
📍 Hamner Ave📍 6th St📍 I-15 Corridor📍 Cota St
📍 Banning & Beaumont, CA
Car Accident Lawyer in Banning & Beaumont
Banning and Beaumont sit along the I-10 freeway at the San Gorgonio Pass — one of the windiest corridors in California. High-wind conditions and high-speed freeway traffic create elevated risk for wind-related accidents, blown tires, and overturned trucks. Ramsey St, Hargrave St, 6th St, and Highland Springs Ave are major surface street accident locations.
📍 I-10 San Gorgonio Pass📍 Ramsey St📍 Highland Springs Ave📍 6th St
Local Courts & Trauma Centers
Gonzales Law Offices files cases in San Bernardino County Superior Court (Fontana, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, and Victorville courthouses) and Riverside County Superior Court (Riverside, Banning, Hemet, Murrieta, and Indio courthouses). Our medical network includes lien-based specialists so you pay $0 out of pocket until your case resolves.
🏛️ SB County Superior Court
🏛️ Riverside County Superior Court
🏥 Arrowhead Regional MC
🏥 Loma Linda University MC
🏥 Kaiser Fontana
🏥 Desert Valley Hospital
🏥 Riverside University Health
🏥 Temecula Valley Hospital
Every Type of Accident. Every City.
🚗Rear-End Collisions
🚛Truck & Semi Accidents
🚘Uber & Lyft Crashes
🏍️Motorcycle Accidents
🚶Pedestrian Knockdowns
🏃Hit & Run Accidents
🧠TBI & Brain Injuries
🦴Spinal Cord Injuries
💉Whiplash & Soft Tissue
🚌Bus & Transit Crashes
🚲Bicycle Accidents
🌬️High-Wind / Weather
What should I do after a car accident in Southern California?
After a car accident in Southern California, call 911 if there are injuries, seek medical attention, document the scene with photos, and exchange information. Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies before speaking with a lawyer.
Consulting Gonzales Law Offices can help protect your rights and maximize your claim. California is a fault state — the at-fault driver's insurance must pay your damages. Insurance adjusters will contact you quickly and try to settle cheaply. Do not accept any offer without legal review. Call 1-888-232-2898 for a free consultation.
Do I need a car accident lawyer in California?
You are not legally required to hire a lawyer, but insurance companies often minimize payouts. A car accident lawyer can handle negotiations, prove liability, and pursue full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Studies show accident victims represented by attorneys recover 3–5× more than those who negotiate alone. Gonzales Law Offices works on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win. The real question isn't whether you can afford a lawyer; it's whether you can afford not to have one.
How much is a car accident case worth in California?
Car accident settlements in California vary widely. Minor injury cases may settle for a few thousand dollars, while serious injuries involving long-term care can reach six or seven figures. Value depends on medical costs, liability, and insurance coverage.
Key factors include: past and future medical expenses, lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, permanent disability, and degree of fault. Insurance companies calculate the minimum they can pay — an attorney at Gonzales Law Offices calculates the maximum you actually deserve.
How long does a car accident settlement take in Southern California?
Most cases settle within a few months to a year. Complex cases involving serious injuries or disputed liability can take longer, especially if a lawsuit is filed.
Simple claims with clear liability and minor injuries can resolve in 60–90 days. Serious injury cases require reaching maximum medical improvement before settling — rushing means leaving future medical costs uncovered. Gonzales Law Offices moves your case as fast as possible while maximizing your recovery.
Who is the best car accident lawyer in Fontana?
The best car accident lawyer in Fontana is one with strong local experience, proven case results, and a track record of negotiating with insurance companies. Many injury victims choose Gonzales Law Offices for personalized representation and contingency-based fees.
Attorney Mark Gonzales, Esq. (CA Bar #249340) has handled thousands of injury cases throughout Fontana and the Inland Empire. His office on East Ave is minutes from major collision corridors including Sierra Ave, Foothill Blvd, and the I-10/I-15 interchange. Call 1-888-232-2898 for a free case review.
Can I get compensation after a crash on the I-10 or I-15 in Fontana?
Yes. If you were injured on major highways like I-10 or I-15, you may be entitled to compensation if another driver was at fault. High-speed freeway accidents often involve significant damages and require legal guidance.
The I-10/I-15 interchange in Fontana is one of Southern California's most dangerous intersections. Freeway accidents typically involve higher speeds, more severe injuries, and more complex liability. Gonzales Law Offices regularly handles cases on these corridors and knows how to investigate and prove fault on California freeways.
What if the other driver doesn't have insurance in California?
You may still recover compensation through your uninsured motorist coverage. A lawyer can help identify all available sources of recovery.
California requires drivers to carry minimum liability coverage, but many don't. Your own policy's uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage can step in. Gonzales Law Offices will review all available coverage — your policy, the other driver's policy, and any third-party liability — to maximize your recovery.
What is the statute of limitations for car accidents in California?
In California, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. Missing this deadline can prevent you from recovering compensation.
There are limited exceptions — claims against government entities (like Caltrans for a dangerous road) have only 6 months. Minors have until their 20th birthday. Do not wait: evidence disappears, witnesses forget details, and insurance companies know these deadlines. Call Gonzales Law Offices immediately at 1-888-232-2898.
Who is at fault in a rear-end accident in California?
In most cases, the rear driver is presumed to be at fault for failing to maintain a safe following distance. However, exceptions exist depending on road conditions and driver behavior.
California follows comparative fault rules — even if you were partially responsible, you can still recover compensation reduced by your percentage of fault. A sudden brake-check, dangerous lane change, or mechanical failure can shift liability. Gonzales Law Offices investigates all factors to ensure full and accurate fault assignment.
How do insurance companies reduce payouts?
Insurance companies often minimize claims by disputing injuries, delaying responses, and offering low initial settlements. Legal representation helps counter these tactics.
Common insurer tactics include: claiming injuries are "pre-existing," requesting extensive medical records to find any justification to deny, using their own independent medical examiner (IME) who downplays your injuries, and pressuring you to give a recorded statement they can use against you. Attorney Mark Gonzales previously worked in insurance defense — he knows every playbook and how to counter it.
Should I accept the insurance company's first offer?
No. Initial offers are often lower than what your case is worth. It's best to review any offer with a lawyer before accepting.
Insurance companies make low initial offers because many victims accept them out of urgency. Once you accept a settlement and sign a release, you typically cannot recover additional compensation — even if your injuries worsen. Gonzales Law Offices reviews all offers at no cost and negotiates aggressively to maximize your recovery.
What injuries are common after a car accident?
Common injuries include whiplash, concussions, spinal cord injuries, fractures, and soft tissue damage. Some symptoms may appear days after the accident.
Delayed symptoms are common — adrenaline can mask pain immediately after impact. Always seek medical attention even if you feel fine. Documented injuries are essential for your claim. Gonzales Law Offices works with top Inland Empire medical specialists to ensure your injuries are properly documented and treated.
Can I recover compensation for pain and suffering?
Yes. California law allows victims to recover non-economic damages such as pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life.
Non-economic damages can often exceed economic damages in serious injury cases. There is no cap on pain and suffering in California auto accident cases (unlike medical malpractice). These damages compensate for physical pain, anxiety, depression, loss of enjoyment of life, and impact on relationships. Gonzales Law Offices fights to maximize every category of damages.
What damages can I claim after a car accident?
You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, future care, pain and suffering, and property damage.
A comprehensive claim includes: past and future medical bills, lost income and loss of earning capacity, out-of-pocket expenses, vehicle repair or replacement, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium, and — in cases of extreme negligence — punitive damages. Gonzales Law Offices builds thorough demand packages that account for every recoverable item.
What happens if I'm in an Uber or Lyft accident in Southern California?
Rideshare accidents involve multiple insurance policies. Coverage depends on whether the driver was logged into the app and carrying a passenger at the time of the crash.
Uber and Lyft carry $1 million in liability coverage when a passenger is in the vehicle. If the driver was logged into the app but not yet on a trip, lower coverage applies. If the driver was off the app, only their personal policy applies. Gonzales Law Offices navigates all rideshare insurance layers to maximize your recovery.
Are truck accidents different from car accidents?
Yes. Truck accidents often involve commercial insurance policies, federal regulations, and multiple liable parties, making them more complex.
Commercial trucking cases may involve the driver, the trucking company, cargo loaders, and truck manufacturers as liable parties. Federal FMCSA regulations govern hours of service, maintenance, and load limits. Evidence — including electronic logging data and black box data — must be preserved immediately. Gonzales Law Offices handles commercial truck accident cases throughout Southern California.
What should I do after a motorcycle accident in California?
Seek immediate medical attention, document injuries, and avoid discussing fault. Motorcycle accident claims often involve severe injuries and require strong evidence.
Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable to severe injuries including road rash, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, and fractures. Insurance companies often try to argue that motorcyclists are at fault. Gonzales Law Offices builds powerful evidence packages — including accident reconstruction and expert witnesses — to counter these tactics and secure full compensation.
How much does a car accident lawyer cost?
Most car accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and only pay if you win your case.
Gonzales Law Offices charges zero upfront fees. The contingency fee comes only from the settlement or judgment — typically a percentage of the recovery. This means your attorney is motivated to maximize your compensation, and you take zero financial risk by getting representation. Call 1-888-232-2898 for a free consultation.
What if I can't afford a lawyer?
You can still hire a personal injury lawyer because contingency fees eliminate upfront costs. Consultations are typically free.
There is truly no financial barrier to getting legal representation at Gonzales Law Offices. No retainer, no hourly fees, no upfront costs. We advance all case expenses and recover them only from your settlement. If we don't win, you owe nothing. This levels the playing field against well-funded insurance companies.
When should I contact a lawyer after an accident?
You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible to preserve evidence and avoid mistakes when dealing with insurance companies.
The first 72 hours after an accident are critical: surveillance footage gets overwritten, skid marks fade, and witnesses become harder to locate. Insurance companies begin their investigations immediately — you deserve equal representation from day one. Call Gonzales Law Offices any time, 24/7, at 1-888-232-2898.
Is it worth getting a lawyer for a minor car accident?
Yes, especially if injuries develop later or liability is disputed. Even minor accidents can result in unexpected medical costs.
Whiplash and soft tissue injuries often worsen over days and weeks. Accepting a small settlement before you know the full extent of your injuries is one of the most common and costly mistakes accident victims make. A free consultation with Gonzales Law Offices costs you nothing and can prevent thousands in undercompensation.
Can I still file a claim if I was partially at fault?
Yes. California follows comparative fault rules, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you were partially responsible.
Under California's pure comparative negligence system, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are found 30% at fault and your damages are $100,000, you can still recover $70,000. Insurance companies will try to inflate your percentage of fault to reduce their payout — Gonzales Law Offices fights to keep it accurately assigned.