If you or a loved one injured in a car accident in Los Angeles or Southern California, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The Law Offices of Mann & Elias represents Car Accident victims throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Call us 24/7 for a free, no-obligation consultation: (323) 301-3219. Our personal injury attorneys will evaluate your case and start fighting for your recovery immediately.
California Law: Car Accident Cases
California is a “fault” state, meaning the at-fault driver’s insurance must compensate you for your damages. California also follows pure comparative fault — even if you were partly at fault, you can still recover compensation proportional to the other party’s responsibility.
Car Accident in Los Angeles: What You Need to Know
Car accidents are the leading cause of personal injury in Los Angeles County. With some of the most congested freeways in the nation — the 405, 10, 101, and 110 — and millions of daily commuters, the risk of collision is constant. Distracted driving, speeding, DUI, and unsafe lane changes are the most common causes we see.
Award-Winning Southern California Personal Injury Attorneys
The Law Offices of Mann & Elias has recovered over $50 million for injured clients throughout Southern California. When you hire us, you get attorneys with credentials that insurance companies and opposing counsel take seriously:
- Imad Elias — Named to Super Lawyers every year from 2015–2026 (12 consecutive years); AVVO Rating 10.0 Superb (highest possible rating); President of the Armenian-American Lawyers Association of Southern California (AALASC); member of CELA and CAALA
- Scott Mann — Member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), an elite credential awarded only to experienced civil trial attorneys; Pepperdine University School of Law (Law Review, top 10%); Vincent Dalsimer Moot Court Champion
Our verdicts and settlements range from $103,000 to over $5.2 million. We take cases to trial when insurance companies refuse to pay fair value — and we win.
No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you. No upfront costs, no hourly fees, no financial risk. We advance all litigation expenses — investigations, expert witnesses, medical record retrieval, court filing fees — and recover them only if we obtain a settlement or verdict in your favor. Call (323) 301-3219 anytime, 24/7.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in California?
You have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in California (CCP § 335.1). However, if a government-owned vehicle caused your accident — a city bus, county vehicle, or police car — you must file a government tort claim within six months. Do not wait; contact us immediately after your accident to protect your rights.
Should I accept the insurance company’s settlement after a car accident?
No. Initial settlement offers from auto insurers are almost always far below the true value of your injuries. Once you sign a release, you cannot seek additional compensation — even if your injuries worsen. Always consult with a Los Angeles car accident attorney before accepting any offer. Our consultation is completely free.
Related Practice Areas & Locations
- Personal Injury Hub
- Drunk Driving Accident
- Bicycle Accident
- Beverly Hills Personal Injury Lawyer
- Downtown Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer
- Santa Monica Personal Injury Lawyer
Injured in Los Angeles? Don’t wait. Contact the Law Offices of Mann & Elias at (323) 301-3219 for a free, no-obligation case evaluation. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
