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Understanding Personal Injury Law

Personal injury law allows individuals who have been harmed because of another person's negligence to seek financial compensation. These cases arise when a person or business fails to act with reasonable care and another person suffers injury as a result. Personal injury attorneys represent accident victims and help them recover damages for medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering.

In the United States personal injury claims are governed by state tort law. Victims may pursue compensation through insurance claims or civil lawsuits. Lawyers investigate accidents gather medical records interview witnesses and negotiate with insurance companies. Because insurers often attempt to minimize payouts, legal representation can significantly improve the chances of obtaining fair compensation.

Serious injuries may lead to long term medical treatment disability or permanent changes in lifestyle. Lawyers help ensure compensation accounts for current and future medical costs rehabilitation and lost earning capacity.

Common Personal Injury Cases

  • Car and truck accidents
  • Slip and fall incidents
  • Workplace injuries
  • Defective products
  • Dog bites
  • Medical malpractice

Each type of case requires evidence such as accident reports photographs medical records and expert testimony.

When You Should Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer

Victims should consider contacting a lawyer when injuries require medical treatment or when insurance companies dispute liability. Legal advice is especially important when injuries cause long term disability or significant financial loss.

How the Legal Process Works

  1. Initial consultation and case evaluation
  2. Investigation and evidence gathering
  3. Insurance negotiations
  4. Filing a lawsuit if necessary
  5. Settlement or trial

Cost of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer

Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency fees meaning clients pay no upfront legal fees. Lawyers typically receive between twenty five and forty percent of the recovered settlement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a personal injury lawyer do?

Personal injury lawyers investigate accidents gather evidence negotiate settlements and represent clients in court.

How long do personal injury cases take?

Some cases settle within months while complex cases involving serious injuries may take years.

What compensation can victims recover?

Victims may recover damages for medical expenses lost wages rehabilitation costs and pain and suffering.

Do most cases go to trial?

Most personal injury claims settle before trial through negotiation.

When should I hire a lawyer?

It is best to contact a lawyer soon after an accident so evidence can be preserved and legal deadlines are not missed.


16172 Personal Injury Lawyers Found

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Location: El Segundo 90245
Firm: Jura Hartley

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Firm: McLachlan Law, APC

With twenty-three years of experience in civil litigation, Mr. McLachlan has successfully handled a wide range of jury trials and arbitrations in numerous state and federal courts across California and the United States. The bulk of his practices is devoted to representing the rights of individual consumers. He handles civil litigation matters including personal injury, business, real estate, class actions, consumer rights, insurance disputes, among others. More than half the litigation matters Mr. McLachlan has tried, have been personal injury cases, but he has also tried many other types of cases to verdict. He presently has in excess of one hundred million dollars in verdicts and settlements.. Mr. McLachlan has a long history of handling complex litigation and has tried or arbitrated many class actions and complex matters. For a decade now, he has served as lead class counsel for thousands of Southern California homeowners suing numerous government agencies over groundwater rights worth in excess of a billion dollars, in In Re Antelope Valley Groundwater Litigation. After five phases of trial, that matter is now pending on appeal of a successful judgment in favor of the class for many tens of millions of dollars in water rights.. Mr. McLachlan has represented many property owners in inverse condemnation actions against government agencies for flooding and fire damage to residential and commercial properties. He has tried many personal injury, property, and business disputes to verdict in state and federal courts. Mr. McLachlan also serves as outside general counsel to several small and medium size California companies, performing transactional, consulting, and litigation support on a full range of issues.. Mr. McLachlan graduated with honors from U.C. Berkeley and obtained his law degree from the University of Southern California, where he was elected to the Southern California Law Review. Prior to opening his own office in 2004, he worked at The Kick Law Firm in Los Angeles, where he handled large business, product liability and real estate cases, and Greenberg Glusker et al. in Century City, where he represented clients in a wide array of civil litigation and environmental matters.. He is admitted to practice law in California, and various federal district and appellate courts through the United States. He is a long-time member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of California, the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, and other civic, charitable, and legal organizations. He is also Honorary Board Member in the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities. Mr. McLachlan has served for many years as a voluntary settlement conference officer for the Los Angeles Superior Court, and has mediated over 100 matters.. Mr. McLachlan has authored numerous articles for various legal publications, and speaks to professional groups on various legal topics.

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Location: Santa Monica 90401
Firm: Greene Broillet & Wheeler, LLP

focuses on business litigation, legal malpractice, and catastrophic personal injury. He has successfully represented clients in numerous high profile, complex cases, helping them to obtain multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements against major corporations, State and City governmental entities, law firms and celebrities.  Alan was instrumental in obtaining a stipulated judgment against Max Factor grandson and convicted rapist Andrew Luster. Alan also served as a member of the trial team in the matter of Rosiles v. County of Imperial and was instrumental in obtaining a $2,390,000 jury verdict against the County.  The Plaintiff, a truck driver named Antonio Rosiles, had been severely injured in a collision caused by a dangerous road obstruction created behind a blind curve by an Imperial County Road Crew.. In 2005 and 2008, Alan was named as an up-and-coming attorney in Southern California Rising Stars Magazine/Los Angeles Magazine, which is published by Law & Politics and lists the top 2.5 percent of noteworthy attorneys in Los Angeles and Orange Counties as voted upon by the Super Lawyers named by the magazine.. Alan is a member of the Consumer Attorneys of California and the Consumer of Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. He is also an actively involved with the Association of Business Trial Lawyers, Los Angeles Chapter.. Alan is the author of "Surviving the Nightmare Scenario of the Lying Client" which was published as the lead article in the April 2006 issue of Forum Magazine.. Alan earned a B.A. degree in political science summa cum laude from California State University at Northridge in 1999, and was the recipient of the Senior of the Year Award, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Judge Julian Beck Award, Outstanding Senior in Political Science.. Alan received his J.D. magna cum laude from Southwestern University School of Law in 2002. He served on the Southwestern Law Review and was the author of Abolishing the Supervisor Exception to the Independent Employee Action Defense in Cal-OSHA Cases, 31 Sw. U.L. Rev. (2001). He was a best writer finalist during Southwestern's Moot Court 2000 Intramural Competition. Alan made the Dean's List in 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2002. He was also the recipient of the Paul W. Wildman Scholarship, the Dean's Scholarship, and the CALI "Excellence for the Future" Awards for Legal Research and Writing (Fall '99 & Spring '00), Civil Procedure (Spring '00), Evidence (Fall '01), Legislation (Spring '01), and Administrative Law (Spring '02).

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Location: Los Angeles 90010
Firm: Law Offices of Andrew Aukland

Thank you for viewing my Avvo profile.  My practice consists of  (1) general civil litigation focusing on plaintiff side work in personal injury and (2) advising small businesses on general legal matters.  Feel free to call me for a free consultation.

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Location: El Segundo 90245
Firm: Hahn Legal Group

I believe in compassion, generosity, and providing solutions to help others facing often catastrophic life-changing events.. These challenging events often take the form of a serious injury, failing relationships, partnership disputes, or other challenge that sends that sinking feeling to the pit of one's stomach.  Much of the time, this sense of dread is mostly due to facing the unknown.. I want my clients to know that things will get better, it is going to be okay, and that its possible to not only persevere in the face of these gutt wrenching challenges, but thrive.. Unfortunately, facing these events will likely happen to you at some point in your life, and surrounding yourself with the right people and professionals is crucial.. If this approach resonates with you, I am happy to discuss how I might be able to help.

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Location: El Segundo 90245
Firm: Ellis Law Corporation

John R. Rofael is an associate of the firm Ellis Law Corporation. He has extensive experience representing clients in various areas of law, including personal injury, product liability and contract  matters and specializes in cases involving minor impacts with major injuries.  Mr. Rofael has taken numerous cases to trial and arbitration and has resolved cases via mediation as well.

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Location: El Segundo 90245
Firm: Layfield and Barrett

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Location: Manhattan Beach 90266
Firm: Rognlien Law Firm

For more than 27 years, Carrie Rognlien has been championing justice for innocent people that deserve compensation for wrongs done to them. If you have been injured or wrongly harmed in any way, we are here to make things right. Whether by settlement or by trial, our goal is to get the best possible results for our clients.  I handle each case personally.  It is important to me to get to know my clients in order to best represent them and be able to personally advocate for them about their injuries and emotional distress in order to insure they are compensated to the maximum extent.. With a proven track record; we are your best choice to fight for you! Carrie J. Rognlien has recovered more than $800 million through verdicts and settlements in her 28 years of practice. Litigation can be very stressful, and Rognlien Law Firm will be there for you every step of the way with compassion and determinatio.  Rognlien Law Firm will fight for your rights.

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Location: Torrance 90505
Firm: Christopher P. Brandlin, APC

Christopher Paul Brandlin graduated from California State University at Long Beach in 2007 where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. He earned his Juris Doctor degree from Trinity Law School in 2010. He has been licensed to practice law in California since 2011 and holds an AV Preeminent Rating with Martindale Hubbell. He is also licensed to practice in the State of Texas.. Mr. Brandlin was admitted to the California bar in 2011 and is licensed to practice before all courts in the State of California as well as the United States District Court, Central District of California. He became licensed to practice law in the State of Texas in 2020. He is also a licensed Real Estate Broker. After he was admitted to the California Bar, Mr. Brandlin began his legal career as an associate for Wesierski and Zurek LLP, an insurance defense law firm located in Downtown Los Angeles. As an associate for Wesierski and Zurek LLP, Mr. Brandlin’s practice areas included Premises Liability, Product Liability, Business Litigation, Employment Law, and General Civil Litigation. While working for Wesierski and Zurek LLP, Mr. Brandlin wrote articles for the firm’s newsletter, including several articles on Expert Testimonies. Mr. Brandlin also published a law article titled, “Obese Employees are Less Likely to Prevail Against an Employer in California State Court,” with HC Global Legal Resources.. Mr. Brandlin went to private practice in 2013, and just recently started his own solo practice. Mr. Brandlin’s current practice areas include Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Employment Law, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianships, Conservatorships, Business Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Trust and Estates Litigation and Civil Litigation. In addition, Mr. Brandlin also handles post-judgment enforcement in the civil court, including collections pertaining to personal property, business property, and real property.

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Location: El Segundo 90245
Firm: Victory Law Group, LLP

Mr. Velie is the founder of Victory Law group, LLP.  Mr Velie's practice primarily involves the representation of individual and commercial entities in civil litigation and transactional matters.  Mr. Velie primarily represent litigation related clients in matters involving real estate litigation, transactional matters, construction disputes, commercial contract disputes, internet disputes, employment disputes, landlord/tenant disputes, bankruptcy, tort, personal injury claims, corporate partnerships, and shareholder disputes.. Mr. Velie earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Southern California School of Law.  Prior to attending USC Law School, Mr. Velie attended Loyola Law School where he was in the top 15% of his class after his first year.  Prior to graduation, Mr. Velie externed for Honorable Judge Erithe A. Smith at the United States Bankruptcy Court in Santa Ana, California.  Before attending USC Law School, Mr. Velie earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from San Diego State University.  Mr. Velie graduated Magna Cum Laude with a distinction in Finance.  In addition Mr. Velie graduated from San Diego State's inaugural Business Honors Program, and earned membership into Phi Beta Kappa's honor society.  Mr. Velie also studied Finance at the Balliol College of Economics at Oxford University in England during which time he earned a membership in the Oxford Union.. Mr. Velie has been recognized as the 2014, 2015, and 2016 Rising Star with Super Lawyers, and is also an AV® Rated Attorney with Martindal Hubbel.

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+1 (949) 577-6523
Location: Irvine 92618
Firm: Law Office of Samer Habbas & Associates, PC

Samer Habbas is a civil litigation attorney who focuses on personal injury and wrongful death matters. Habbas has handled a variety of claims in this area and has proved to be successful in doing so. Habbas’ aggressive approach towards attorneys and insurance companies has resulted in significant settlements. This tenacity towards the opposing side has achieved six figure settlements in matters that have been denied or ones in which other attorneys have advised their clients there may be no potential recovery.

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+1 (855) 785-7817
Location: Beverly Hills 90211
Firm: The Novak Law Firm, P.C.

Sean Novak is the founding partner of The Novak Law Firm, P.C. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, he pursued his education at the University of Manitoba before attending the University of North Dakota School of Law. Throughout his time in law school, he maintained a position on the academic dean’s list and earned a Juris Doctor With Distinction. Relocating to California in 1998, he has since focused his legal practice in the Southern California area while also handling cases across the state and nationally. Known for his strong litigation skills, Novak is respected for his aggressive approach in the courtroom. With a track record of securing verdicts and settlements exceeding $50,000 for clients over the past fourteen years, he is dedicated to advocating for their rights. Prior to his current focus on individual rights, Mr. Novak gained experience as a defense attorney representing entertainment production companies, large corporations, and insurance companies in high-stakes cases, successfully shielding clients from substantial claims for damages.

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Location: Los Angeles 90025
Firm: Personal Injury Law

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Location: Seal Beach 90740
Firm: Beljajev Law Group PC

Neyleen S. Ortiz-Beljajev is hardworking, professional, highly trained, caring, and a trusted advocate. She has earned a reputation as an outstanding attorney within her community.With millions of dollars recovered for clients, Neyleen is passionate about obtaining just results for her clients. She has focused her entire legal career to advocating on behalf of those injured by the wrongful acts of others.. She is the founder of Beljajev Law Group, PC and is one of the preeminent female attorneys in California. Prior to forming Beljajev Law Group, PC, Neyleen spent eight years at Girardi|Keese as a trial attorney, successfully litigated hundreds of cases, negotiating the settlement of scores of cases at mediation, and trying bench and jury trials.Neyleen has taken this training and used it to create a boutique personal injury law firm that is dedicated to building a relationship with clients, to alleviate the burden of legal matters from her clients, so the clients may devote their energy on their full recovery. She continues to focus her practice on personal injury litigation and wrongful deaths, including catastrophic injuries, traumatic brain injuries from motor vehicle collisions, bicycle collisions, motorcycle collisions, semi-truck collisions, pedestrian injuries, bus collisions, dog bites, assaults, batteries, slip and falls, and trip and falls.. She is also a mother to three young boys, and a wife to her husband of over ten years.. Education. Honors and Awards. Professional Associations and Memberships. Neyleen is licensed to practice law within the State of California.

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Location: Seal Beach 90740
Firm: Shawn Steel Law Firm

Alexander C. Eisner(nine four nine) five five one - nine thousand. Alexander Eisner is a Partner at Steel & Eisner, LLP. He is a Personal Injury and Wrongful Death attorney serving the Southern California community. He specializes in helping victims of accidents get the compensation they deserve.. Prior to joining Shawn Steel, Alexander worked for Hitzke & Ferran LLP, heading up their Civil Litigations Department and handling cases spanning multiple areas of civil litigation pratice. Alexander also worked for Bonne, Bridges, Mueller, O'Keefe & Nichols doing mainly Medical Malpractice cases. From 2008-2011 Alexander worked for the US Department of State as a Program Analyst and from 2011-2014 as a Certified Law Clerk for the LA District Attorney's Office for the Sex Crimes Division, Major Crimes, and Preliminary Hearings unit. During that time he second chaired 2 trials to conviction and conducted 3 preliminary hearings, all of which were held to answer.. Alexander graduated The George Washington University in 2011 Magna Cum Laude with Departmental Honors and more recently from Loyola Law School in May, 2014 with a Criminal Justice concentration and Concentration Honors.  While at George Washington University, Alexander earned an academic merit-based scholarship all 3.5 years and also founded a Make-A-Wish Foundation collegiate chapter.  He is a graduate of the Hobbs Trial Advocacy Program at Loyola Law School where he earned the First Honors Award.

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+1 (949) 438-5733
Location: Santa Ana 92705
Firm: Razavi Law Group

Voted Rising Star 2020 and 2021 by Super Lawyers.. Awarded "People Love Us On Yelp" 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020.. Voted Best Lawyer 2018 by OC Weekly.. Our mantra at Razavi Law Group has always been, "Let Your Voice Be Heard." Our mission is to represent our clients' in a fashion that produces exceptional results. We emphasize and apply sophisticated negotiation techniques in reaching successful resolutions for clients' personal injury cases throughout all of California and Nevada.

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Location: Clovis 93611
Firm: Burchfield Law

I was born and raised in Fresno County. I worked in the legal field for over 10 years prior to obtaining my license to practice law. I have practiced primarily personal injury and criminal defense law since 2015. I opened my own office, Burchfield Law, in February of 2025.

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Location: Orange 92868
Firm: Lencek, Pourfallah & Associates

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Location: Orange 92866
Firm: Law Offices Of Jon E. Hellesen

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Location: Anaheim 92806
Firm: Injury Compensation Law, PC

My firm is made up of former defense attorneys for giants like Amazon, Tesla, Boeing, and Costco - so our knowledge and reputation in the insurance world sets us apart from every other law firm in California.  We provide aggressive Litigation for the Injured in Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, and Liens. Navigating the complicated legal system or bringing a claim against these big name insurance companies can be daunting, and they are counting on you not being familiar with the system. We are here to advocate for your rights and make sure that the insurance company does not give you the run-around. You are already dealing with inconvenient and painful injuries; you don't need the extra headache from the insurance company.  Call us for a free consultation, and let's see how we can get you back to where you need to be.

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