A serious accident in Los Angeles can change your life in an instant, leaving you with medical bills, lost income, and questions about who is responsible. When your injuries were caused by someone else’s negligence, you should not have to carry that burden alone or accept whatever an insurance company decides to offer. The Los Angeles personal injury lawyers at Callahan & Blaine, PC help injured people across the region pursue full and fair compensation while they focus on recovery. You can review our full range of civil practice areas on our practice areas page.
Callahan & Blaine, PC has represented injured Californians since 1984. Our firm brings together more than 32 attorneys who prepare every matter as though it will be decided by a jury, and our work is led by trial attorney Edward Susolik, who has been recognized among the Top 100 Attorneys in Southern California by Super Lawyers. That trial-tested approach, combined with a deep background in insurance and bad faith litigation, allows our Los Angeles team to stand up to insurers and corporate defendants on behalf of people who have been hurt.
Why Choose Callahan & Blaine, PC?
- A California trial firm representing injured clients since 1984
- More than 32 attorneys handling complex personal injury and civil matters
- Trial-tested advocates who prepare every case as if it will be decided by a jury
- Recognized among the Top 100 Attorneys in Southern California by Super Lawyers
Personal Injury Cases Our Los Angeles Attorneys Handle
Callahan & Blaine, PC represents people harmed in a wide range of accidents throughout Los Angeles, from routine collisions to catastrophic events that cause lasting harm. Our team investigates how the injury happened, identifies every responsible party, and builds a claim designed to account for the full impact on your health, finances, and future. The following are among the Los Angeles personal injury matters we handle:
- Car accidents, including collisions caused by distracted, impaired, or reckless drivers
- Truck accidents involving commercial carriers and their insurers
- Motorcycle accidents and other roadway crashes
- Pedestrian, bicycle, and crosswalk injuries
- Premises liability and negligent security claims
- Catastrophic injuries, including brain, spinal cord, and burn injuries
- Wrongful death claims brought by surviving family members
If your situation involves a severe or life-altering injury, our catastrophic injury attorneys can help you understand the additional resources these cases often require. Whatever the cause of your accident, our Los Angeles team is prepared to guide you through every stage of the claim.
What to Do After an Accident in Los Angeles
The steps you take in the hours and days after an accident can shape the strength of your claim. If you are physically able, focus first on your health and then on protecting your right to recover compensation. Seek medical attention right away, even if you feel only minor symptoms, because some injuries appear hours or days later, and your records establish the link between the accident and your harm. Report the accident to the police or the property owner so an official record exists, and request a copy for your files.
Document the scene with photographs of your injuries, vehicle positions, hazards, and anything that contributed to the accident, and collect the names and contact details of any witnesses. Exchange contact and insurance information with others involved, and avoid discussing fault or apologizing at the scene. Keep a detailed record of every treatment, prescription, and expense connected to your injury, and avoid posting about the accident on social media, since insurers routinely review public profiles for statements they can use to reduce your claim.
Before giving a recorded statement to an insurance adjuster or signing anything the insurer provides, speak with a Los Angeles personal injury attorney. Following medical advice and attending your appointments supports both your recovery and the credibility of your claim. Once you have taken these steps, the attorneys at Callahan & Blaine, PC can handle the legal process while you concentrate on healing.
Meet Edward Susolik, Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney
Edward Susolik
Chief Executive Officer, President, and Senior Trial Attorney, Callahan & Blaine, PC
Edward Susolik leads the trial practice at Callahan & Blaine, PC and has spent his career representing injured clients and policyholders against insurers and corporate defendants. He has been recognized among the Top 100 Attorneys in Southern California by Super Lawyers for many consecutive years, and he brings a background in complex insurance and bad faith litigation that helps our Los Angeles clients hold insurance companies accountable when they undervalue or deny valid claims.
Working alongside a firm of more than 32 attorneys, Mr. Susolik and the Callahan & Blaine, PC team prepare each personal injury matter for trial from the outset, which positions clients to negotiate from strength and to proceed to a courtroom when an insurer will not offer a fair result.
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Why Injury Clients Choose Callahan & Blaine, PC in Los Angeles
Insurance companies look out for their own financial interests, and they often move quickly to limit what they pay after an accident. Callahan & Blaine, PC approaches every claim the way a trial firm does, building the case as if it will be presented to a jury. That preparation signals to insurers that our Los Angeles clients are ready to go to court, which strengthens their position during negotiation.
Our background in insurance and bad faith litigation sets our injury practice apart from firms that handle only routine claims. Because our attorneys understand how insurers evaluate, delay, and deny claims from the inside, we are able to anticipate their tactics and respond effectively. When an insurer refuses to treat a claim fairly, our clients benefit from a team that knows how to pursue coverage and hold the company accountable. You can learn more about that side of our work on our insurance litigation page.
Serving injured people across Los Angeles since 1984, Callahan & Blaine, PC combines the resources of a large civil firm with a focus on individual client outcomes. Our attorneys investigate thoroughly, consult outside professionals who can testify when a case requires it, and stay in communication with clients throughout the process so they always understand where their claim stands.
California Personal Injury Laws That Affect Your Los Angeles Claim
Several California laws shape how a Los Angeles personal injury claim proceeds, and understanding them early helps you protect your right to compensation. The most important is the statute of limitations. Under California Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1, you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, and a wrongful death claim must be filed within two years of the date of death. If a government entity may be responsible, the deadline is far shorter, because you must present a written claim to the public entity within six months of the injury under the California Government Claims Act. Missing these deadlines almost always ends a claim permanently, so it is wise to speak with an attorney promptly. You can review the state’s official guidance on claims against public entities through the California Courts self-help center.
California also follows a pure comparative negligence rule. This means you can recover compensation even if you were partly at fault for the accident, though your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. If your damages total 100,000 dollars and you are found 20 percent responsible, you would recover 80,000 dollars. Insurance adjusters often try to shift blame onto injured people to lower what they pay, which is one reason experienced representation matters.
When your claim succeeds, California law allows you to pursue both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover measurable losses such as medical bills, future treatment, lost income, and reduced earning capacity, while non-economic damages address pain, suffering, and the effect of the injury on your quality of life. Our Los Angeles attorneys work to document the full scope of your losses so that no part of your claim is overlooked.
What to Expect From the Los Angeles Personal Injury Claim Process
Every case is different, but most Los Angeles personal injury claims move through a predictable sequence. Knowing what lies ahead can make the process feel less overwhelming and help you understand where your claim stands at each stage.
1Case Review and Investigation. We evaluate how the accident happened, identify every responsible party, and begin gathering evidence such as reports, records, and witness accounts.
2Building Your Claim. We document your medical treatment and losses, consult outside professionals when needed, and establish the negligence and damages your claim requires.
3Negotiation. We present a demand to the insurer and negotiate for a settlement that reflects the full extent of your losses, including future expenses.
4Filing Suit and Discovery. If the insurer will not offer a fair result, we file a lawsuit and exchange evidence with the other side through the discovery process.
5Trial or Settlement. Many claims resolve through settlement, but our trial-ready preparation means we are prepared to present your case to a jury when that serves your interests.
Throughout each stage, the attorneys at Callahan & Blaine, PC keep you informed so you can make decisions with a clear understanding of your options.
Why Hire a Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer
Handling a serious injury claim on your own means negotiating against adjusters who evaluate these cases every day and whose goal is to limit what the company pays. A Los Angeles personal injury lawyer levels that imbalance. Callahan & Blaine, PC investigates your accident, calculates the true value of your losses, manages the deadlines and paperwork, and negotiates from a position of strength. This allows you to focus on your recovery rather than on fighting an insurance company. If your claim cannot be resolved fairly, our trial-tested attorneys are prepared to take it before a jury.
If you are deciding whether to move forward with a claim, it helps to have your questions answered clearly and honestly. Below are answers to some of the questions injured people in Los Angeles ask most often. If your situation is not covered here, the attorneys at Callahan & Blaine, PC are ready to discuss the specifics of your case.
Contact the Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyers at Callahan & Blaine, PC
Callahan & Blaine, PC has represented injured Californians since 1984, and our practice is led by trial attorney Edward Susolik, who has been recognized among the Top 100 Attorneys in Southern California by Super Lawyers. With more than 32 attorneys and a background in insurance and bad faith litigation, our Los Angeles team prepares every claim for trial, stands up to insurers, and works to recover the full compensation our clients are owed.
If you were injured in Los Angeles because of someone else’s negligence, do not wait until a filing deadline puts your claim at risk. Contact Us to Submit Your Potential Case, and a member of our team will review what happened and explain the options available to you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Claims in Los Angeles
