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Tuolumne County Personal Injury Lawyer
Tuolumne County climbs from foothill towns to a pass above 9,600 feet, and its highways carry locals, skiers, campers and Yosemite traffic. If someone else's carelessness hurt you here, we can handle the claim. Your review is free.
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Key Takeaways
- SR-108, SR-120 and SR-49 are the county's main highways, with mountain grades, winter weather and heavy visitor traffic.
- Mountain-highway crashes often cause neck, back and head injuries, and falls while skiing or at rentals commonly mean fractures.
- The County of Tuolumne, the City of Sonora, the Tuolumne County Transit Agency and Caltrans all require a written claim within six months Gov. Code 911.2.
- The CHP Sonora Area, based in Jamestown, writes most highway and county-road crash reports.
Why people in Tuolumne County choose Green Law Group
Vacationers on SR-120 and people who live and work around Sonora choose Green Law Group because the founding attorney reads medical records closely, clients rate us 5.0 stars on Google, and the first case review is free by phone or video.
- Experience in the operating room. Before becoming a lawyer, Steven D. Green trained surgeons on spine and cardiac devices. That helps when a crash on SR-108 or a fall on a forest trail hurts the spine or a joint.
- A Health Law certificate. Steven earned it at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where he graduated cum laude.
- Answered around the clock. Our phones are answered 24/7, so a weekend accident does not have to wait until Monday.
- Rated 5.0 by clients. See the client reviews: 5.0 stars from 53 Google reviews.
Common causes of serious injuries in Tuolumne County
The CHP describes Tuolumne County as rural and mountainous, rising from about 300 feet to over 9,600 feet at Sonora Pass. Serious injuries here usually trace to mountain highway crashes, recreation, and the mix of residents, commuters and visitors sharing two-lane roads.
- SR-108 up to Sonora Pass. The CHP patrols 67 miles of this route, which climbs to the county's highest point. Mountain grades and changing weather make car accidents on its curves especially dangerous.
- SR-120 through Groveland. The county tourism bureau calls it the most direct route into Yosemite from the Bay Area and Sacramento. Visitor traffic and motorcycle riders share it with locals.
- SR-49 and town streets. The CHP patrols 28 miles of SR-49, and in-town traffic around Sonora puts people on foot and on bikes close to cars. See pedestrian and bicycle accident claims.
- Forest roads and recreation. The CHP lists about 2,859 miles of graded national forest roads, plus hiking, skiing, camping and water sports, all of which can lead to premises liability claims when a property owner ignores a hazard.
Common injuries after accidents in Tuolumne County
Tuolumne County injuries follow its mountain highways and its recreation. Crashes on the grades and curves of SR-108 and SR-120 can hurt the head, neck and spine, and skiing, hiking and stays at mountain rentals add fractures from falls.
- Neck and back injuries on mountain grades. Slow visitor traffic and sudden stops on SR-108 and SR-49 set up rear-end crashes that strain the neck and low back. See neck injuries and back injuries.
- Head and spinal trauma on SR-120. A motorcyclist or driver who drifts off a curve near Groveland can strike rock, trees or oncoming traffic, risking brain injury and spinal cord injuries. A fatal crash may lead to a wrongful death claim.
- Fractures from ski, trail and rental falls. Icy steps, weak deck railings and unmarked hazards cause broken wrists, ankles, legs and hips, and a hard fall can also bring a concussion.
- Leg and head injuries for people on foot in Sonora. A pedestrian or cyclist hit on a town street can suffer broken legs, pelvic fractures and head injuries.
Getting your crash report
The CHP Sonora Area, based in Jamestown, writes most highway and county-road crash reports and covers the whole county except Yosemite National Park. The Tuolumne County Sheriff handles many other incidents in the unincorporated county, and city police respond inside Sonora.
Filing deadlines for Tuolumne County injury claims
Most injury lawsuits in California must be filed within two years CCP 335.1. When a government body is responsible, you first file a written claim within six months Gov. Code 911.2. That covers the County of Tuolumne, the City of Sonora, the Tuolumne County Transit Agency and Caltrans.
Examples include a county road crew crash, a fall at a public building in Sonora or a dangerous state highway. A written denial generally starts a six-month window to sue Gov. Code 945.6. Children do not get extra time on these claims CCP 352. The Claim Clock shows your likely dates.
Injury cases we handle in Tuolumne County
From SR-108 collisions and rental-cabin falls to job injuries and deaths on mountain roads, each link explains how that case works in California.
- 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
Before you call, you can check a rough value for a vehicle crash with our California car accident settlement calculator.
Cities and communities we serve in Tuolumne County
Sonora is the county seat and, according to the CHP, its only incorporated city. We also represent people from the unincorporated towns around it.
- Sonora
- Jamestown
- Columbia
- Tuolumne
- Twain Harte
- Sierra Village
- Groveland
- Big Oak Flat
Nearby counties
Tuolumne County borders six counties, from the Stanislaus River country to the Sierra crest. 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
Tuolumne County personal injury FAQ
What should I do after a fall at a ski area or vacation rental in Tuolumne County?
Report the fall to the manager and ask that it be written up. Photograph the ice, stairs, deck or other hazard right away, because mountain conditions change fast. Get medical care and keep every bill. An owner may be responsible for hazards it knew about, but ski cases can involve signed releases and inherent-risk rules, so talk with a lawyer before giving any statement.
What if a Tuolumne County Transit bus or a county vehicle hit me?
Tuolumne County Transit is run by the Tuolumne County Transit Agency, a public body. You generally have six months from the injury to present a written claim to the agency, the County or the City of Sonora (Government Code section 911.2). If that claim is denied in writing, the deadline to sue is usually six months from the denial.
I was on a ski or camping trip in Tuolumne County and live elsewhere. Can I still bring a claim?
Yes. An injury that happened in Tuolumne County can generally be pursued under California law, even after you return home. We work with visiting clients by phone and video, collect records from your home doctors and deal with the insurer while you recover.
Is Yosemite part of a Tuolumne County claim?
Part of Yosemite lies in the county, but the CHP Sonora Area does not patrol it, and claims against the National Park Service follow federal law. A written claim must reach the agency within two years (28 U.S. Code section 2401(b)). Crashes on SR-120 before the park boundary follow ordinary California rules.
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