Personal Injury Practice
Los Angeles Car Accident Attorney.
The insurance company has one job: pay you as little as possible. We make that hard.
Auto Accidents in Los Angeles
Cars are safer than ever, and the U.S. still sees more than 6 million crashes a year with about 3 million people hurt. After a crash, the insurance company has one goal: pay you as little as possible. We make that hard. From the first call we preserve evidence, line up the right medical providers, and push your case toward maximum recovery, whether that means a strong settlement or a courtroom fight.
Common Injuries We See
TBIs occur when the brain is damaged by a blow or piercing injury to the head. Effects range from mild concussion to permanent cognitive impairment.
A dislocated vertebra or fracture can cause bruising or tearing of the spinal cord, resulting in partial or complete loss of function below the injury.
Broken legs, ribs, and wrists are among the most common bone injuries from car accidents. Some fractures require surgery and extended physical therapy.
Common examples include back sprain, herniated disc, ruptured disc, and pinched or damaged nerves. These injuries can cause lasting pain and limited mobility.
Common examples include neck sprain, herniated disc, fracture, and cervical dislocation. The neck is especially vulnerable in rear-end and side-impact collisions.
Symptoms can include neck stiffness, fatigue, dizziness, blurred vision, and ringing in the ears. Whiplash often worsens in the days after the crash.
Anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other psychological injuries are real, compensable harms that many accident victims experience long after physical wounds heal.
Internal organ damage, burns, lacerations, and other injuries that may not be immediately apparent but can have serious long-term health consequences.
Many victims do not realize they have been hurt right away. The full effects of a car accident can be felt hours or even days after the crash. That is why getting a medical evaluation as soon as possible matters. A thorough exam ensures the full extent of your injuries is assessed and treated, and it creates the documentation your case depends on.
What We Handle
Types of Compensation
Injured victims may seek compensation from whoever caused or contributed to their losses. California law recognizes two categories of compensatory damages, and your case may involve both.
Special Damages
- Medical bills and the cost of future medical care
- Lost earnings from time missed at work
- Lost earning potential for long-term or permanent injuries
General Damages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of consortium
Collecting on your damages depends on proving the other party was at fault. This is done through a proper investigation, witness statements, photographs, and police reports. If you are found partially at fault, you may still recover under California's pure comparative fault laws. If the at-fault driver was uninsured, you can recover compensation directly from your own insurance company as long as you carry uninsured motorist coverage.
If You Have Been Injured
Call 911 if anyone requires immediate medical attention
Contact the police and photograph the damage and the scene
Do not admit fault to anyone at the scene
Exchange insurance information with the other driver
Get contact information from any witnesses
Seek medical attention as soon as possible, even if you feel fine — symptoms from many serious injuries do not appear until hours or days later
Do not speak to the insurance company before consulting with an attorney
Call the Igarian Law Firm for a free consultation
At the Igarian Law Firm, we take pride in getting every injured client back to where they were before the accident. We handle everything from start to finish. We initiate the claims process on your behalf and work to make sure a favorable liability determination is made. We connect you with quality medical doctors and specialists at no out-of-pocket cost to you, and we make sure your vehicle gets repaired and back in your hands as quickly as possible. Most importantly, we focus on maximizing your settlement through our knowledge, experience, and negotiation strategies. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Get a Free ConsultationGood to Know
- •California statute of limitations: 2 years from the date of injury
- •Government claims: 6 month deadline (much shorter, call quickly)
- •Pure comparative fault: you can still recover even if partially at fault
- •Uninsured motorist coverage may apply when the at fault driver has no insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
No Fee Unless We Win
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