Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyer

Injured in a Car Accident in Los Angeles? Tien Law Firm Is Ready to Fight for You.

Los Angeles County sees some of the heaviest, most congested traffic in the country — and with that congestion comes a steady volume of serious car accidents on the county’s freeways, boulevards, and surface streets every year. If you or a family member was seriously injured, or lost a loved one, in a car accident caused by a negligent driver anywhere in Los Angeles County, you may be entitled to significant compensation. With more than a decade of experience representing injured clients, Tien Law Firm will evaluate your case for free and help you understand exactly what options are available to you and your family. Call now for a free, no-obligation consultation: (626) 509-5250

Serving Neighborhoods and Communities Across Los Angeles County

Tien Law Firm represents injured drivers, passengers, and pedestrians throughout Los Angeles, including residents and commuters in and around:
  • Downtown LA (DTLA), dense with commuter, delivery, and rideshare traffic around the Financial District and Arts District
  • Hollywood, Koreatown, and Mid-Wilshire, high-density neighborhoods with heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic along Wilshire and Sunset Boulevards
  • West LA, Westwood, and Brentwood, congested near UCLA and the I-405 corridor
  • Santa Monica, Venice, and Culver City, coastal and Westside communities with heavy weekend and tourist traffic
  • Silver Lake, Echo Park, and Los Feliz, dense neighborhoods with narrow, high-traffic streets
  • South LA, Inglewood, and the areas near LAX, corridors that see significant commercial and airport-related traffic
  • Boyle Heights and East LA, connected by major interstate interchanges and heavy commuter flow
  • The San Fernando Valley, including Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys, North Hollywood, and Studio City, all heavily dependent on the 101 and 405 freeways
Wherever your accident happened in Los Angeles County, our firm is ready to investigate.

Local Freeways and Roads Where Serious Crashes Happen

Certain freeways and surface streets in Los Angeles see a disproportionate share of serious car accidents, including:
  • The I-405 (San Diego Freeway), one of the busiest and most congested freeways in the country, notorious for stop-and-go traffic, sudden braking, and high-speed rear-end collisions
  • The I-10 (Santa Monica Freeway), a major east-west corridor connecting downtown to the Westside, with frequent merging and multi-vehicle accidents
  • The I-110 (Harbor Freeway) and the historic Arroyo Seco Parkway (CA-110), known for tight curves, short merge lanes, and a high volume of accidents near downtown
  • The US-101 (Hollywood Freeway), cutting through Hollywood and the San Fernando Valley, with heavy congestion and frequent lane-change collisions
  • The I-5 (Golden State Freeway), a major north-south trucking and commuter corridor with a high volume of serious multi-vehicle and commercial truck accidents
  • The CA-134 (Ventura Freeway), connecting the Valley to Pasadena and Glendale, prone to rear-end and merging crashes during rush hour
  • Wilshire Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard, major surface streets with heavy pedestrian activity and frequent intersection accidents
  • La Cienega Boulevard and Crenshaw Boulevard, high-traffic corridors connecting South LA to the Westside
  • Sepulveda Boulevard, one of the longest and busiest surface streets in the county, running near LAX and through the Valley
  • Century Boulevard near LAX, congested with airport traffic, rideshare pickups, and frequent low-speed collisions
If your accident happened on any of these roads — or anywhere else in Los Angeles County — the same legal rights and options apply.

Local Hospitals Treating Serious Car Accident Injuries

Los Angeles County is home to some of the most advanced trauma care in the country. Serious car accident victims are frequently treated at one of the county’s Level I Trauma Centers, including:
  • Los Angeles General Medical Center (formerly LAC+USC Medical Center), one of the busiest Level I Trauma Centers in the country, treating a significant share of the region’s most serious trauma cases
  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center serving the Mid-Wilshire and Westside areas
  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center serving West LA, Westwood, and the surrounding communities
  • Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, the primary Level I Trauma Center serving the South Bay and South-Central Los Angeles
If you or a loved one was treated at any of these facilities after a car accident, keeping thorough records of your care is essential — this documentation plays a central role in valuing your claim.

How Fault Is Determined in a Los Angeles Car Accident

After a crash, both your physical and financial recovery can be difficult. When you hire Tien Law Firm, we thoroughly investigate your accident to determine who is legally responsible for your injuries. In many cases, more than one party shares liability, and identifying every responsible party is essential to obtaining full compensation. Our team investigates factors including:
  • Other drivers. Most car accidents result from an act of negligence. We examine whether distracted driving, intoxicated driving, speeding, or reckless behavior on freeways like the 405 or 101 contributed to the crash.
  • Government entities. Poorly maintained roads, malfunctioning traffic signals, and inadequate signage at high-traffic intersections can contribute to serious accidents.
  • Commercial and rideshare vehicles. Los Angeles has a significant volume of rideshare, delivery, and commercial trucking traffic, particularly near LAX and the county’s major freight corridors, which can introduce additional layers of liability.
  • Pedestrians and cyclists. In dense areas like Downtown LA, Hollywood, and Santa Monica, pedestrians and cyclists must also follow the rules of the road, and their negligence can factor into a crash.

Common Injuries From Los Angeles Car Accidents

Car accidents in Los Angeles cause a wide range of injuries, from soft tissue damage to catastrophic, life-altering harm, including:
  • Whiplash and neck injuries
  • Back injuries and chronic pain
  • Cuts, lacerations, and abrasions
  • Bruises and contusions
  • Bone fractures and broken bones
  • Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Internal organ damage, including collapsed lungs
  • Amputation or dismemberment
  • Airbag deployment and seatbelt injuries
  • Burn injuries
The severity of these injuries often depends on the location of impact, the speed and force of the collision, the types of vehicles involved, and how quickly emergency trauma care — like that available at Los Angeles’ Level I Trauma Centers — was reached.

What You Could Recover After a Car Accident

Hiring a Los Angeles car accident lawyer can help you pursue:
  • Out-of-pocket medical expenses
  • Future medical care
  • Lost wages and lost earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Wrongful death damages
  • Punitive damages, where applicable
  • Maximum compensation available under California law
We typically begin by pursuing a negotiated settlement. However, if the insurance company doesn’t offer the compensation you may deserve, Tien Law Firm is fully prepared to take your case to court.

California’s Comparative Negligence Rule

California follows a pure comparative negligence system, which is more favorable to injured accident victims than the rules in many other states. Under this system, you can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault for the accident — your total recovery is simply reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were found to be 20% at fault for a crash, you could still recover 80% of your total damages. This makes it especially important to have an experienced attorney fighting to minimize any fault the insurance company tries to assign to you, since every percentage point directly affects your final compensation.

California’s Time Limit for Car Accident Claims

California generally allows two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, though claims involving a government entity — such as an accident caused by a city vehicle or a dangerous road condition — often require a formal claim to be filed in as little as six months. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar you from recovering compensation. Because these timelines can be short and vary depending on the circumstances of your accident, it’s important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible after your crash.

Why Choose Tien Law Firm

With more than a decade of experience and an office based in Los Angeles, Tien Law Firm combines the resources needed to take on major insurance companies with a genuine commitment to personal, compassionate representation. When you work with us, you’ll have a legal team that:
  • Investigates your accident thoroughly, from surface street collisions to major freeway pileups
  • Handles all communication with insurance companies on your behalf
  • Fights to hold every liable party accountable
  • Works to minimize any fault assigned to you under California’s comparative negligence rule
  • Provides honest guidance so you can make informed decisions in your best interest
  • Is prepared to litigate if a fair settlement isn’t offered

No Fees Unless We Win

Tien Law Firm works on a contingency fee basis, which means:
  • No upfront costs
  • No attorney fees unless we win
  • You won’t pay a dime until we secure a settlement or judgment for you

Injured in a Los Angeles Car Accident? Call Tien Law Firm Today.

Getting help after your car accident is easy, and time matters. Evidence disappears, witnesses’ memories fade, and insurance companies start building their defense almost immediately.

Call now for your free case review: (626) 509-5250

No fees unless we win. Tien Law Firm proudly serves Los Angeles and communities throughout Los Angeles County.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have a case if I was partially at fault for the accident? Likely, yes. California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you share some fault — your recovery is simply reduced by your percentage of responsibility. What if I was treated at a Level I Trauma Center like LA General or Cedars-Sinai after my accident? Medical records from these facilities are critical evidence in valuing your claim. We help gather and organize this documentation as part of building your case. How much does it cost to hire a car accident lawyer in Los Angeles? Tien Law Firm works on contingency, meaning there are no upfront fees, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. How long do I have to file a car accident claim in California? In most cases, you have two years from the date of the accident, though claims against a government entity often require formal notice within six months. It’s best to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible to protect your rights. What if the accident happened on a Los Angeles freeway involving multiple vehicles? Multi-vehicle freeway accidents on roads like the 405 or 101 often involve disputed fault among several drivers. An experienced attorney can help investigate the crash and make sure fault is fairly and accurately assigned.
If you or a loved one was injured in a car accident in Los Angeles, call Tien Law Firm at (626) 509-5250 to discuss the specific facts of your case.