An unexpected injury can change your life in an instant. Our Los Angeles personal injury attorneys are dedicated to helping victims seek accountability and pursue the compensation they need to rebuild and recover.
Were you hurt in a car wreck, slip and fall, or any other accident in Los Angeles? California gives you two years to file a personal injury claim under CCP § 335.1. The state uses a pure comparative fault rule. An insurer may use that rule to reduce what you recover. Call Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys for a free case review.
In California, the personal injury statute of limitations is two years. CCP § 335.1 sets that deadline. The countdown starts on the date of your injury. If you miss the deadline by even a day, the court could dismiss your case.
California follows a pure comparative fault rule. This means fault in an accident could be split between the parties involved. Your share reduces what you may recover. But unlike many states, California doesn’t cut off your claim entirely, even if you were mostly at fault.
Insurers still use this against you. They may argue you were speeding or distracted. Our attorneys could challenge how fault is being assigned and fight to protect what you’re owed.
Did your accident involve a Los Angeles city vehicle or any government-owned property? A shorter deadline applies under California Government Code § 911.2. You must file a formal administrative claim with the government entity within six months of the accident.
The California Government Code deadline is well before the two-year deadline. If you miss this step, your claim against a government entity may be gone entirely. Talk to an attorney before deciding your next move.
Los Angeles is the car capital of America. Every day, countless drivers use one of the most complex freeway systems in the world. According to UC Berkeley’s Transportation Injury Mapping System, Los Angeles County recorded approximately 5,139 crashes in 2023. Common accident sites include the I-110 Harbor Freeway, Interstate 405, and Interstate 5.
The I-110 Harbor Freeway is the most dangerous road in Los Angeles. The southbound stretch alone has been known to average 122 crashes per mile. The freeway connects South Los Angeles to downtown. Commercial and commuter traffic moves through narrow lanes with limited visibility. Rear-end crashes and sideswipe collisions are constant.
Running 75 miles through Los Angeles and Orange County, Interstate 405 (I-405) is the busiest highway in America. It passes LAX, UCLA, and some of the most congested corridors in the country. Fatal crashes typically involve many vehicles. They’re driven by the stop-and-go traffic patterns that shift between gridlock and high speeds.
Interstate 5 (I-5) moves freight and commuters straight through the heart of Los Angeles. It’s one of the most traveled roads in California. Heavy commercial truck traffic, unpredictable merges, and distracted drivers all trigger serious crashes.
Evidence disappears quickly after a crash in Los Angeles County. The best thing you can do is to meet with an attorney before speaking to any insurance adjuster.
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Los Angeles is our California office. Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys represents injured clients across the Golden State. No matter where in California your injury occurred, our attorneys can help you understand your options.
Our Los Angeles car accident and truck wreck attorneys handle cases statewide. We also represent clients in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and premises liability claims.
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Have you been injured in Los Angeles? You’re probably overwhelmed and confused. These are the most common questions we receive from people like you.
In California, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit under CCP § 335.1. The clock starts on the day you were hurt. Insurance companies know this deadline. Some will drag things out on purpose, hoping time runs out before you get help.
No, because California follows a pure comparative fault rule. Even if you share some of the blame, you could still pursue a claim. Your share of fault reduces what you recover, but it doesn’t cut off your claim entirely.
Get medical attention first. Then, document the scene if you can. Don’t give a recorded statement to any insurance adjuster before speaking with an attorney. LA’s freeways move fast, and evidence disappears quickly. Surveillance footage gets deleted, skid marks fade, and witnesses become hard to find. The sooner you call, the stronger your case.
Most law firms, including Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys, operate on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing unless we win a settlement or verdict in your favor. Your first case review is always free.
