Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer
A California personal injury claim lets you recover medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering when someone else’s carelessness hurt you. Most claims must be filed within two years of the injury, and claims against a public entity require a government claim within six months.
What is my personal injury case worth?
Nobody can give you an honest number in the first phone call, and you should be careful with anyone who tries. Case value depends on how badly you were hurt, how long recovery takes, what care you still need, how much work you missed, and how much insurance coverage exists.
What we can tell you early is what the case turns on and what to do so the value does not shrink: keep treating, keep records, and do not settle before you know what your future care looks like.
What kinds of injuries do we handle?
Vehicle crashes, falls on unsafe property, dog bites, injuries at work, and wrongful death claims. Sam Schmuel also handles workers’ compensation and employment matters, which often overlap when an injury happened on the job.
Working with a personal injury lawyer in Los Angeles
Our office is at 10850 Wilshire Blvd # 375 in Westwood, just off the 405 and a short drive from West LA, Brentwood, Santa Monica, Century City, and Beverly Hills. Sam Schmuel handles cases throughout Los Angeles County.
We work on a contingency fee, which means you pay nothing up front and nothing at all unless we recover money for you. We speak English and Spanish, and we can come to you if you are still in the hospital or recovering at home.
If you're not sure where to start, just call us at (310) 601-7289. The consultation is free, and there's no fee unless we win your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?
We work on contingency. You pay nothing up front and nothing at all unless we recover money for you. The fee is a percentage agreed to in writing before we start.
How long does a personal injury case take?
It depends. A straightforward claim can resolve in months once you finish treatment. A disputed case that has to be filed in court often takes a year or more.
Do I have to go to court?
Most California injury cases settle without a trial. Being genuinely ready to try the case is what makes a fair settlement possible.
Can I still bring a claim if I have no health insurance?
Often yes. Some providers treat injury patients on a lien and are paid out of the recovery at the end of the case.