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Placer County Personal Injury Lawyer
Placer County runs from the Roseville and Rocklin suburbs along I-80 through the Sierra to North Lake Tahoe. If you were hurt by someone else's carelessness anywhere along the way, we can help you build a claim. The review is free.
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Key Takeaways
- Snow and chain controls on I-80 through the Sierra are a defining local hazard, along with heavy Tahoe tourist traffic.
- Mountain spinouts and truck crashes often cause spinal and head injuries, while Roseville and Rocklin rear-end collisions bring neck and back injuries.
- Claims against the County of Placer, Placer County Transit, Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln, Auburn, Colfax, Loomis or Caltrans are usually due within six months Gov. Code 911.2.
- Three CHP Areas write most highway crash reports here: Auburn, Gold Run and Truckee.
Why people in Placer County choose Green Law Group
Roseville commuters, Auburn cyclists and skiers caught in an I-80 spinout reach a real person 24/7, even during a Sierra storm. They get a free review by phone or video and a lawyer whose medical background shapes every claim.
- Spinal injuries, understood. Before law school, Steven D. Green trained surgeons in the operating room on spine and cardiac devices. He studies your scans and surgical plan closely.
- Free case review. Start by phone or video.
- Five stars on Google. Our 53 client reviews average 5.0.
- Law degree with health focus. Steven graduated cum laude from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and earned its Health Law certificate.
Common causes of serious injuries in Placer County
I-80 is the spine of Placer County, rising from the valley floor to the high Sierra. Winter storms, mountain grades, trucks, Tahoe visitors and suburban traffic shape the serious crashes here.
- I-80 over the Sierra. CHP's Gold Run Area patrols 38 miles of I-80 between Colfax and Kingvale, at elevations of 2,400 to 6,200 feet, where heavy snow and chain controls create hazardous conditions. Spinouts and chain-reaction crashes can cause spinal cord injuries.
- Truck traffic on mountain grades. CHP Truckee works with Caltrans to keep commercial vehicles moving on the mountainous terrain of I-80, which frequently sees severe weather. See truck accident claims.
- North Lake Tahoe. CHP says the Truckee-Tahoe region draws several million visitors a year for winter sports and summer recreation, with traffic on SR-89, SR-267 and SR-28. Falls at resorts and rentals may become premises liability claims.
- South Placer suburbs. The CHP Auburn Area names I-80 and State Routes 65 and 49 as its key corridors, and suburban traffic around Roseville and Rocklin keeps them busy. Rear-end crashes often lead to neck injuries.
- Foothill riding. Placer's transportation agency publishes a county bike map of paths, lanes and rural routes. If a driver hits you on one of them, read about bicycle and pedestrian accidents.
Common injuries after accidents in Placer County
Placer's injuries split by altitude. Up high, snowy I-80 grades and ski-season crowds produce violent crashes and resort falls. Down in South Placer, commuter rear-end collisions on I-80 and SR-65 cause neck and back injuries.
- Spinal cord and brain injuries. A chain-reaction pileup near Gold Run or a big rig losing traction on a grade can damage the spinal cord or cause a lasting head injury.
- Whiplash and disc injuries. Stop-and-go traffic around Roseville and Rocklin leads to rear-end crashes that injure the neck and lower back.
- Fractures from falls. Slips at Tahoe resorts, lodges and rentals can break wrists, ankles and hips, especially in winter.
- Cyclist injuries. Riders struck on foothill routes often suffer collarbone fractures and concussions. A death on the road can support a wrongful death claim.
Getting your crash report
The CHP Auburn Area (9440 Indian Hill Road, Newcastle) handles unincorporated western Placer County, the Gold Run Area covers the I-80 mountain stretch, and the Truckee Area (10475 Pioneer Trail, Truckee) covers the Tahoe region. The Placer County Sheriff's Office and city police departments also take reports.
Filing deadlines for Placer County injury claims
Most injury suits must be filed within two years CCP 335.1. If a public agency caused the harm, a written claim usually comes due within six months Gov. Code 911.2. That includes the County of Placer, Placer County Transit, its six cities and towns, and Caltrans.
Examples include a crash with a Roseville city vehicle or a fall on a broken Rocklin sidewalk. School districts count too. If the agency rejects your claim in writing, you usually have six months from that notice to sue Gov. Code 945.6. Children receive no added time for government claims CCP 352. Plug your date into the Claim Clock.
Injury cases we handle in Placer County
We handle Sierra highway crashes, suburban collisions in South Placer, Tahoe resort and rental injuries, workplace accidents and wrongful death claims throughout Placer County.
- Personal injury
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle and pedestrian accidents
- Back injuries
- Neck injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Premises liability and slip and fall
- Medical malpractice
- Wrongful death
- Workplace injuries and workers' comp
To see what a Placer County crash might be worth, start with our California car accident settlement calculator.
Cities and communities we serve in Placer County
Auburn is the county seat. We represent people hurt in all of Placer County's cities and towns and in the Tahoe communities.
- Roseville
- Rocklin
- Lincoln
- Auburn
- Loomis
- Colfax
- Newcastle
- Gold Run
- Tahoe City
Nearby counties
Placer County borders five California counties and three Nevada jurisdictions. We take cases in all 58 California counties.
Reviewed by Steven D. Green, Esq. · Updated October 13, 2026
Client reviews
Every one of our 53 Google reviews is five stars.
“Steve and his team were always available, handled all insurance details and my questions always with complete professionalism.”
“Steven will cut right through the noise and directly tell you the objective facts, which I highly appreciated.”
“Working with Steven Green and Jen Kearney has been a very easy and smooth ride.”
Testimonials and reviews do not guarantee, warrant or predict the outcome of any legal matter. Every case is different.
Questions
Placer County personal injury FAQ
What should I do after a rear-end crash on I-80 or SR-65 near Roseville?
Check yourself and passengers, move out of traffic if you can, and call 911. Photograph the vehicles and the damage to your rear bumper, and ask the other driver for insurance details. Neck stiffness, headaches and back pain often appear a day or two later, so see a doctor promptly and follow up. Call us before giving any insurer a recorded statement.
I crashed in snow on I-80 above Colfax. Who handles the report?
The CHP Gold Run Area covers I-80 from Colfax to the Kingvale exit near Donner Summit, a stretch that sees heavy snow and chain controls. Farther east, the CHP Truckee Area patrols I-80 and the Tahoe-area highways. Lower down, the Auburn Area covers unincorporated western Placer County. We can request the report for you.
Can I make a claim against Placer County Transit after a bus injury?
Yes, but act quickly. Placer County Transit is operated by the County, a public entity, so a written government claim is usually due within six months of the injury (Government Code section 911.2). The same rule applies to the six cities and towns and to Caltrans. Minors do not get extra time.
I was hurt skiing or on vacation at North Lake Tahoe. Can you still help after I go home?
Yes. If someone else's negligence caused your injury in the Placer County part of Lake Tahoe, California law usually applies. Keep your lift ticket, rental agreement and photos, and treat with your own doctors once home. We represent clients statewide and start with a free review by phone or video.
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