Frequently Asked Questions

No. Rosewood Law offers free, confidential consultations. We review your situation, answer your questions, and explain your legal options — at no charge and with no obligation to retain the firm.

Any documents or information that may be relevant to your situation are helpful, but not required. For personal injury matters, this might include police reports, medical records, insurance correspondence, and photographs. For employment matters, bring any relevant employment agreements, written communications, performance reviews, or HR documentation. For habitability matters, bring photographs, repair request communications, and your lease.

No. Submitting a contact form, sending an email, or making a phone inquiry does not create an attorney-client relationship. A formal relationship is only established after both you and the firm have agreed to representation in writing.

Most personal injury and habitability cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning the firm only receives a fee if there is a recovery on your behalf. Employment cases may be handled on a contingency, hybrid, or other arrangement depending on the nature of the matter. Fee arrangements are discussed clearly and transparently at your initial consultation.

In most contingency-based cases, case costs are advanced by the firm and deducted from any recovery. The specifics vary by case type and will be outlined in your representation agreement.

We represent clients in car and vehicle accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, premises liability, and insurance disputes. If you are unsure whether your situation qualifies as a personal injury matter, contact us and we will be happy to discuss it.

California generally allows two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, though exceptions apply depending on the parties involved and the nature of the claim. Some claims involving government entities require a government tort claim to be filed within six months. We strongly encourage you to consult with an attorney as soon as possible to preserve your options.

California follows a pure comparative fault rule, which means you may still be able to recover compensation even if you were partially at fault for an accident. Your recovery may be reduced in proportion to your share of fault. An attorney can help you evaluate how this applies to your specific situation.

We represent employees in wrongful termination, workplace discrimination (based on race, gender, age, disability, national origin, and other protected characteristics), sexual and workplace harassment, retaliation, wage and hour violations, and employment agreement disputes.

Employment claim deadlines in California are strict and vary by claim type. Many claims require you to file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) or the EEOC before you can file suit. Failure to meet these deadlines can permanently bar your claims. Do not delay in consulting with an attorney if you believe your rights have been violated.

Potentially yes. Arbitration agreements are subject to legal challenges in California, and certain claims may not be subject to mandatory arbitration. An attorney can review your agreement and advise you on whether it affects your options.

A habitability claim arises when a landlord fails to maintain a rental property in a safe, livable condition as required by California law. The implied warranty of habitability requires landlords to address conditions like mold, pests, water intrusion, heating and plumbing failures, and structural hazards. When landlords ignore written repair requests and allow dangerous conditions to persist, tenants may have legal remedies available.

A landlord's failure to address reported habitability issues after receiving notice is central to most habitability claims. Documenting your reports in writing — and preserving any responses (or lack thereof) — is important. Contact Rosewood Law for a free consultation to discuss your options.

Yes. All consultations are protected by the attorney-client privilege, and information you share with the firm is kept strictly confidential. For matters involving medical records or sensitive personal information, Rosewood Law adheres to applicable privacy and HIPAA requirements.

Yes. Any technology tools Rosewood Law uses in case preparation are evaluated for security and compliance with applicable privacy standards, including HIPAA for protected health information. We do not use consumer AI products to process confidential client information.