Business Details
14 Years
experience
Personal Injury Attorney in San Jose, CA
At Suits Litigation, we are dedicated to representing individuals who have suffered severe injuries due to the negligence of others. With over two decades of legal experience, our team combines deep expertise in civil litigation with a client-centric approach to achieve optimal outcomes. We prioritize personalized service, ensuring every client receives attentive support throughout the legal process. Our practice is built on integrity, transparency, and a commitment to securing maximum compensation for our clients. We handle a wide range of personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, construction incidents, and catastrophic injuries.Our founder, James C. Suits II, brings a unique blend of courtroom tenacity and compassionate advocacy to every case. We serve clients across California with a focus on Silicon Valley and surrounding regions. Our goal is to simplify complex legal challenges while maintaining the highest ethical standards. By focusing exclusively on personal injury law, we deliver specialized, results-driven representation tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Car Accident Claims
Truck Accident Litigation
Motorcycle Accident Cases
Drunk Driving Accidents
Wrongful Death Claims
Premises Liability
Catastrophic Injury Cases
Hit and Run Incidents
Uninsured Motorist Claims
Construction Accidents
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized personal injury litigation experience
- Our founder personally handles every case from start to finish
- We guarantee transparent communication and case progress updates
- Our contingency fee model ensures no upfront costs for clients
- We serve all major California counties with local expertise
What people say
100% responsive
High sense of integrity
Excellent lawyer
Great settlement
Compassionate professionalism
Services
Car Accident Claims
We represent victims of car accidents caused by negligent drivers. Our team investigates collisions, determines liability, and pursues compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With extensive experience in California traffic law, we handle complex cases involving severe injuries and disputed liability. Our goal is to secure maximum compensation while clients focus on recovery.
Truck Accident Litigation
Our firm specializes in truck accident cases involving commercial carriers and large vehicles. We identify all liable parties including drivers, trucking companies, and maintenance providers. We work with accident reconstruction experts to build strong cases for clients suffering catastrophic injuries. Our litigation strategy addresses complex insurance policies and federal trucking regulations to maximize recovery.
Wrongful Death Claims
We support families pursuing justice for loved ones lost in preventable accidents. Our compassionate approach covers funeral expense recovery, loss of income calculations, and emotional distress compensation. We handle cases involving drunk driving, construction incidents, and vehicle defects with sensitivity and legal expertise to hold responsible parties accountable.
Uninsured Motorist Claims
Our team helps clients recover damages when facing uninsured or underinsured drivers. We navigate insurance policies to secure compensation for medical bills and vehicle repairs. We handle bad faith insurance practices and policy limit disputes to ensure clients receive rightful coverage under their own policies.
Catastrophic Injury Cases
We represent clients with life-altering injuries including spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries, and amputations. Our approach addresses long-term medical care costs, rehabilitation expenses, and permanent disability compensation. We collaborate with medical experts to document injury impacts and secure comprehensive settlements covering future needs.
People
James C. Suits II
Principal Attorney
With 20 years of civil litigation experience, James C. Suits II founded Suits Litigation in 2012 after practicing at established firms. A UC Santa Barbara and USC Law School graduate, he specializes in personal injury cases across California. Known for personalized representation and trial-ready advocacy, he handles each case directly while maintaining compassionate client communication.
Questions
What areas of law do you practice?
We specialize exclusively in personal injury law, handling car, truck, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents, construction incidents, slip and falls, dog bites, and catastrophic injuries.
How do your attorney fees work?
We operate on a 33% contingency fee basis with no upfront costs. We only collect fees if we win your case through settlement or trial.
How long will my case take?
Case duration varies from 6 months to 2+ years depending on complexity. Straightforward cases typically resolve in 6-12 months while disputed claims may require extended litigation.
What determines my case value?
Settlement amounts depend on injury severity, medical costs, wage loss, liability strength, and insurance policy limits. We build cases to maximize recovery potential.
How will we communicate during my case?
We offer phone, email, text, and in-person communication with prompt responses. Clients receive regular updates and direct access to their attorney throughout the process.
Will I need to handle records myself?
No, we collect all necessary documentation including police reports, medical records, and wage information to streamline your case management.