$67M+ recovered for Los Angeles injury victims. Car accidents on the 405 and 10, workplace injuries, wrongful death, and more. Free case evaluation — call (213) 555-0147 today. California State Bar licensed since 2010.
97% of Los Angeles personal injury cases settle before trial — $67M+ recovered across 2,200+ cases since 2010. Every case handled on contingency — no fee unless we win.
$67M+ recovered for 2,200+ Los Angeles clients since 2010. Medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering — California pure comparative fault means you can recover damages even if partly at fault.
Core Practice$90,000–$250,000 is the typical LA car accident settlement for moderate injuries. I-405, I-10 (Santa Monica Fwy), US-101 (Hollywood Fwy), and I-110 (Harbor Fwy) corridor crashes — new California minimum coverage $30,000/$60,000 effective January 2025 (AB 1107). Rideshare and LA Metro accidents covered.
Most Common$50,000–$600,000+ — slip and fall settlements in California range widely based on property type and injury severity. Entertainment venues, hotels, retail centers, and parking structures — property owners must maintain safe conditions under California Civil Code premises liability standards.
$1,619.15/week — California’s maximum temporary disability benefit in 2024 (source: CA Division of Workers’ Compensation). Workers comp plus third-party personal injury suits for entertainment, healthcare, construction, and Port of LA workers.
$500,000–$5M+ — typical Los Angeles wrongful death settlement range for economic loss, loss of consortium, and survivor claims. California wrongful death statute (CCP §377.60) governs who may file — surviving spouse, children, or financial dependents.
3,500+ dog bite incidents reported annually in Los Angeles County (LA County Animal Care and Control). California Civil Code §3342 strict liability — owners are 100% liable regardless of the animal’s prior history. Homeowner’s and renter’s insurance typically covers dog bite settlements.
29× — motorcycle riders are 29 times more likely to die per mile than car occupants (NHTSA). I-405, Pacific Coast Highway, Mulholland Drive, and canyon road crashes — lane-splitting is legal under California Vehicle Code §21658.1. Insurance bad faith and underinsured motorist claims handled.
$5M+ — FMCSA-mandated minimum insurance for large commercial carriers. Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach truck traffic on I-110, I-405, and SR-60 — multiple defendant liability (driver + carrier + shipper + manufacturer), black box and ELD data preservation.
LA Personal Injury Lawyer was founded in 2010 by David A. Reyes, Esq. after witnessing Los Angeles insurance companies systematically minimize legitimate injury claims. The firm’s contingency model — no fee unless we win — ensures every injured Angeleno has access to the same quality of legal representation as major corporations and insurers.
Los Angeles presents unique personal injury challenges: the I-405 Sepulveda Pass and I-10 Santa Monica Freeway rank among the most congested corridors in the United States, generating complex multi-vehicle accidents involving rideshare vehicles, commercial carriers, and LA Metro buses. The city’s massive entertainment industry creates a distinct category of on-set and event workers’ compensation claims. The Port of Los Angeles drives high-volume truck accident litigation on I-110 and SR-60. Government entity accidents — involving LADOT, LA Metro, or Caltrans — require a Government Tort Claims notice within 6 months under Government Code §911.2.
California’s pure comparative fault doctrine means you can recover damages even if you were partially responsible — insurance adjusters count on you not knowing this. $67M+ recovered across 2,200+ Los Angeles cases since 2010. Se habla Español.
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“After my I-10 accident near Downtown LA, the other driver’s insurer offered $28,000. David took my case, fought for 9 months, and secured a $195,000 settlement. He explained every step clearly and never once pressured me to take a low offer. Best legal decision I ever made.”
“My employer denied my workers comp claim after I slipped in our Burbank production facility. LA Personal Injury Lawyer appealed the denial, won, and identified a third-party equipment manufacturer I didn’t know was liable. Recovered $127,000 total. Truly exceptional.”
“A neighbor’s dog bit my daughter near our home in Torrance. I had no idea the owner’s homeowner’s insurance covered this. David handled everything and negotiated an $89,000 settlement covering all medical bills, scarring treatment, and pain and suffering. Highly recommend.”
David A. Reyes earned his JD from UCLA School of Law in Los Angeles, CA in 2010 and has practiced personal injury law in Los Angeles County for 15 years. He founded LA Personal Injury Lawyer on one principle: every injured Angeleno deserves the same quality of legal representation as major corporations and insurance companies. The firm’s contingency model ensures every client has access to full legal resources regardless of ability to pay upfront.
David specializes in Los Angeles’s most complex injury categories: I-405 Sepulveda Pass and I-10 Santa Monica Freeway corridor crashes involving commercial freight carriers, rideshare vehicles, and multi-party liability; LA Metro bus and rail accident claims requiring Government Tort Claims Act compliance within 6 months under Government Code §911.2; Port of Los Angeles truck accident litigation on I-110 and SR-60 against FMCSA-regulated carriers; and entertainment industry workers compensation for on-set injuries, repetitive stress, and third-party equipment manufacturer liability. California’s pure comparative fault doctrine means no client is too “at fault” to recover.
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$0 upfront — LA Personal Injury Lawyer works on a contingency fee, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we win your case. Our standard contingency fee is 33.3% of the gross settlement (40% if trial is required) — consistent with California State Bar guidelines. You pay zero out-of-pocket costs during your case; litigation expenses including court filing fees, expert witnesses, and medical record retrieval are advanced by the firm and recovered only from your settlement or verdict. If we do not win, you owe nothing — no fees, no costs.
18 to 24 months is the typical Los Angeles personal injury case timeline from accident to settlement — though cases range from 3 months (clear liability, cooperative insurer) to 4+ years (contested liability requiring trial). 97% of personal injury cases in California settle before reaching trial. Cases involving government entities — City of Los Angeles, LA County, LA Metro, or Caltrans — require a Government Tort Claims Act notice within 6 months of injury under California Government Code §911.2, permanently barring your claim if missed.
| Phase | Timeline | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Free Consultation | Day 1 | Case evaluation, liability analysis, retention agreement |
| Investigation | Months 1–3 | LAPD/CHP reports, I-405/I-10 incident data, medical records, witness statements |
| Medical Treatment | Months 1–18 | Document all care; reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) |
| Demand Letter | 1–3 months post-MMI | Comprehensive demand package to insurer — all economic + non-economic damages |
| Negotiation | 2–6 months after demand | Settlement negotiations; 97% of cases resolve here |
| Trial (if needed) | 12–36 months total | Los Angeles Superior Court — jury trial + possible appeals |
$90,000 to $250,000 is the typical Los Angeles car accident settlement range for moderate injuries — fractures, soft tissue injuries with 3–6 months of treatment, or short-term disability. Settlements depend on medical expenses, lost wages and earning capacity, and pain and suffering (typically 1.5x–5x total medical costs in California). California uses pure comparative fault — you can recover damages even if you were partly at fault.
| Injury Type | Typical Settlement Range | Key Factors |
|---|---|---|
| Soft tissue / whiplash | $15,000–$55,000 | Treatment duration, lost wages, documentation quality |
| Bone fractures | $90,000–$250,000 | Surgery required, recovery time, permanent limitation |
| Spinal cord injuries | $300,000–$1.5M+ | Permanent impairment rating, future care costs |
| Traumatic brain injury (TBI) | $500,000–$5M+ | Cognitive impact, lifetime care, lost earning capacity |
| Wrongful death | $500,000–$5M+ | Economic loss, dependents, loss of consortium |
| Workplace injuries | $75,000–$600,000 | Permanent disability rating, third-party liability |
2 years is the California personal injury statute of limitations under Code of Civil Procedure §335.1 — you must file your lawsuit within 2 years of the date of injury or permanently lose your right to sue. Key exceptions: government entities (City of LA, LA County, LA Metro, Caltrans) require a Government Tort Claims notice within 6 months (Government Code §911.2); minors have until age 20 (2 years after turning 18); the discovery rule applies when an injury’s cause was not immediately known. California property damage claims carry a 3-year statute of limitations under CCP §338. Contact an attorney immediately — delays allow evidence to disappear and deadlines to pass.
72 hours is the critical window after a Los Angeles car accident to protect your legal rights: call 911 for an LAPD or CHP report; photograph all vehicle damage, road conditions, and visible injuries; collect insurance information, driver’s license, and license plate from all parties; seek medical care immediately even for minor symptoms — insurance companies use gaps in medical care to reduce settlement value; do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer without first speaking to an attorney. I-10 and I-405 accidents often involve rideshare drivers, LA Metro vehicles, or FMCSA-regulated commercial carriers — contact an attorney before any insurer contact. California Vehicle Code §16025 requires drivers to exchange insurance information at the scene. Report accidents causing injury or $1,000+ property damage to the DMV within 10 days. LA Metro bus and rail accidents involve a government entity — the 6-month Government Tort Claims Act deadline applies immediately.
$1,619.15 per week is California’s maximum temporary disability (TD) benefit in 2024, equal to 2/3 of your average weekly wage up to the state maximum. California workers compensation is a no-fault system administered by the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) — you do not need to prove employer negligence to receive benefits. Benefits include: all reasonable medical treatment, temporary disability wage replacement (up to 104 weeks over 5 years), permanent disability payments based on a disability rating, and supplemental job displacement benefits. Los Angeles’s entertainment, healthcare, construction, and port industries generate high volumes of workers comp claims. If a third party’s negligence caused your workplace injury — a contractor, manufacturer, or equipment company — you may file a separate personal injury lawsuit for pain and suffering in addition to workers comp benefits.
100% of liability falls on dog owners in California under Civil Code §3342 — California imposes strict liability for dog bites, meaning you do not need to prove the dog had previously shown dangerous behavior. There is no “one bite rule” in California. If a dog bites you in a public place or while you are lawfully on private property, the owner is liable for all damages regardless of the animal’s prior history. Los Angeles County reports approximately 3,500+ dog bite incidents annually (LA County Animal Care and Control). Dog bite damages include: medical expenses and future treatment for scarring, lost wages, permanent disfigurement, emotional distress, and pain and suffering. Homeowner’s and renter’s insurance policies typically cover dog bite liability — most settlements are paid by the owner’s insurer.
1.5 to 5 times your total medical expenses is the typical pain and suffering multiplier in California personal injury settlements — with severe or permanent injuries reaching 10x or more. California does not cap pain and suffering in most personal injury cases: no cap for car accidents, slip and fall, dog bites, truck accidents, or wrongful death. (Medical malpractice pain and suffering is capped at $350,000 as of 2023 under AB 35.) Pain and suffering — formally non-economic damages — are determined by negotiation or jury verdict based on injury severity, recovery duration, and impact on quality of life. California’s pure comparative fault rule applies: even if you were partially at fault, you can still recover non-economic damages reduced proportionally by your percentage of fault.
$30,000 per person / $60,000 per accident is California’s new minimum auto liability insurance coverage effective January 1, 2025 under AB 1107 — up from the prior $15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident limits in place since 1967. The new property damage minimum is $15,000 per accident (up from $5,000). These new minimums still fall far short of covering serious injuries — a single orthopedic surgery in Los Angeles can exceed $45,000. When the at-fault driver carries only minimum coverage, we pursue Uninsured Motorist (UM) and Underinsured Motorist (UIM) benefits from your own policy to cover the gap. Source: California AB 1107, California Insurance Code.
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