Capitola Personal Injury Lawyers
Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Capitola, California
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in Capitola, you may be overwhelmed with medical bills, lost income, and the stress of figuring out what to do next. Whether your injury occurred on Highway 1, near Capitola Beach, or along 41st Avenue, one thing is clear—someone else’s negligence shouldn’t cost you your health and financial future.
At The Hassell Law Group, we’ve helped countless injury victims throughout Santa Cruz County get the justice and compensation they deserve. Our award-winning legal team has over 100 years of combined experience and has obtained multi-million-dollar case results for clients just like you who were seriously injured or lost a loved one. We are ready to fight for you, and we don’t get paid unless we get you compensated.
No fee unless we recover compensation for you.
We are paid out of the compensation we obtain.
Call us now for a free consultation: (831) 508-8819
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Why Capitola Clients Choose The Hassell Law Group
When you’ve suffered a serious injury, choosing the right attorney makes all the difference. Here’s why clients across the Bay Area and Central Coast trust us:
- Record of multi-million-dollar case results recovered for clients who were seriously injured or killed in accidents
- Deep understanding of local roads and areas (Highway 1, 41st Avenue, Capitola Road, Bay Avenue)
- Personalized, one-on-one service, your case won’t be passed to case managers
- We handle everything—investigation, negotiations, and litigation if necessary
- No upfront fees—you only pay us if we recover compensation for you
We’re not just lawyers. We’re legal advocates at the top of our field who genuinely care about helping you move forward after an injury.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Capitola
Our firm handles a wide range of serious injury claims, including:
- Pedestrian accidents
- Car accidents (rear-end, head-on, unsafe lane change, and intersection collisions)
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Uber, Lyft & rideshare accidents
- Slip and fall / trip and fall injuries
- Dog bites and animal attacks
- Premises liability (injuries on unsafe property)
- Construction site accidents
- Spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries
- Wrongful death
If you were hurt because someone else was careless or negligent, you could have a case. We’re here to help you determine that and assert your legal right to compensation.
What to Do After a Personal Injury in Capitola
Your health and your legal rights come first. Here are the steps we recommend:
- Call 911 and file a Police Report — a police report is essential to your case
- Get medical attention immediately, even if your injuries seem minor
- Document everything – photos of injuries, accident scene, and property damage
- Get contact information for witnesses and anyone involved in the accident
- Do not speak to any insurance company before talking to our attorneys
- Call our personal injury attorneys as soon as possible
The sooner you involve our legal team, the better we can protect your claim and maximize your compensation.
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Do I Really Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Yes, especially if you’ve suffered serious injuries or financial losses—or if someone has died as a result of an accident. Insurance companies are not on your side. Their goal is to minimize your harm and settle your case for as little as possible. When you hire The Hassell Law Group, you get:
- A zealous advocate who will fight for full compensation
- A skilled legal team that knows how to build strong cases
- Protection from unfair blame and lowball settlement offers
- Support through every step of the process
We handle the paperwork, deadlines, and negotiations—so you can focus on healing.
What Compensation Can I Recover?
If someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical expenses (emergency care, hospital stays, doctor visits, physical therapy, chiropractic care, rehabilitation, and future treatment)
- Lost wages and diminished future earning ability
- Pain and suffering—physical pain and trauma, mental suffering and anguish
- Property damage (e.g., vehicle repair or total loss payouts in car accidents)
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to the accident and your injuries (co-pays, etc.)
- Wrongful death damages (if a loved one was killed in an accident)
We fight to recover every dollar you are owed—because you shouldn’t have to pay the price for someone else’s mistake.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is my personal injury case worth?
It depends on the severity of your injuries, the medical treatment you receive, the impact on your life, your ability to work, and all of the available insurance coverage. We provide free case evaluations to help you understand your options.
Will I have to go to court?
Most cases settle out of court, but we are fully prepared to take your case to trial if necessary to secure a successful outcome.
How long will it take to resolve my case?
It varies. Some cases settle within months, while others may take longer depending on your medical recovery and the complexity of the case.
What does it cost to hire The Hassell Law Group?
There’s no upfront cost. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you.
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Recent Case Results
We’ve helped countless seriously injured accident victims in Northern California recover life-changing settlements.
- $12.5 Million Confidential Settlement for a woman severely injured in a head-on collision caused by a commercial truck driver
- $5,000,000 for an injured woman in her 70s and her husband who was killed in a head-on collision caused by a negligent driver
- $4,900,000 result for a client in his mid-50s seriously injured when his vehicle was T-boned by a cement truck
- $4,677,244 court judgment for a motorcyclist hit head-on by a wrong-way driver
- $4,500,000 settlement for a pedestrian in her 60s struck by a car while crossing in a crosswalk
- $2,525,000 result for two pedestrians struck by a loose trailer pulled by a commercial vehicle
What Our Clients Say
I had the privilege of working with Dawn Hassell on my motor vehicle accident case, and I am so grateful for her services. Since 2021, she has been working tirelessly to ensure that my future health and well-being were protected. Throughout the entire process, Dawn demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and compassion. She was always available to answer my questions and address my concerns, and her attention to detail was exceptional. Her determination to get me the best possible outcome never wavered, and she made sure that all aspects of my case were taken care of. Dawn was able to negotiate with insurance companies and other parties involved in the case to ensure that my future health and financial stability were protected. Her expertise and knowledge of the law were evident, and I felt confident that she was doing everything possible to help me. I would highly recommend The Hassell Law Group to anyone in need of a competent and compassionate attorney. She truly went above and beyond to ensure that my future was secure, and I cannot thank her enough for everything she did for me.-Marco Lopez
I had a great experience with Dawn and her team. After a bad car accident where the other driver was at fault and their insurance company was ignoring me, Dawn took on my case. She was always very patient, responsive, and compassionate. She took extra time to answer my questions and ensured I felt supported through each step of the legal process. My case lasted almost a full year, but Dawn’s attention never waned. She is an expert in her field of law and it’s very clear her team is extremely knowledgeable too. What stood out to me is Dawn’s ability to simultaneously hold sensitivity to her clients while being assertive with the insurance company. Dawn also really cared that my injuries were getting better, and thanks to her I got properly diagnosed and treated. She worked so hard to ensure the insurance company didn’t take advantage of me, and in the end, I received the maximum settlement possible.- Chelsea M.
Dawn represented me in a case where I was hit by a car while riding my bicycle… She guided me through every step of the process from beginning to end. She was very forceful with the insurance company representing the person that hit me and within six months of the accident I received the full insurance policy limit on the other driver’s insurance policy which was substantial. Without Dawn’s help I would still be battling the insurance company and would have received a fraction of the settlement if I got anything. Don’t bother looking elsewhere, Dawn is the best – seriously!!- Joe S.
Serving the Capitola Community
We understand the local risks and routes that lead to accidents in and around Capitola, including:
- Highway 1 near the 41st Avenue exit and Bay Avenue
- 41st Avenue shopping corridor and traffic-heavy intersections
- Capitola Beach and the Esplanade with high pedestrian activity
- Capitola Road, Wharf Road, and residential neighborhoods
- School zones and commuter routes connecting to Soquel and Live Oak
Our deep knowledge of local roadways, law enforcement protocols, and traffic patterns gives our clients an advantage.
Speak With Our Capitola Personal Injury Lawyers Today
You don’t have to face this alone. The Hassell Law Group is here to help you recover physically, emotionally, and financially after an accident. We will listen to your story, explain your rights, and fight hard to get you the compensation you need to move forward.
- Call The Hassell Law Group at (831) 508-8819
- Contact us online
- Free consultation – No fee unless we recover compensation for you.