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A single moment of negligence can ripple through your entire life. In California, victims of car crashes, workplace accidents, and serious falls often find themselves fighting not just to heal, but to prove what happened. When multiple parties share fault or the injuries are catastrophic,…
After an accident, doctor visits, insurance calls, and unexpected bills can take over your life before you’ve even had time to process what happened. You’re in pain, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next. Between wondering “Do I need a lawyer?” and “Can I even…
On any given day, California’s highways hum with over 936,000 registered motorcycles—more than any other state. For many riders, the Golden State’s year-round sunshine, ocean-view highways, and open roads are a way of life. But that freedom comes with a cost. California also ranks among…
They’re marketed as an easy way to get around town—zipping to work, class, or just exploring. However, the outcome rarely favors the rider when scooters and cars collide. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that e-scooter injuries jumped 22% in 2022. Between 2017 and…
You’re driving down Ventura Boulevard in Los Angeles when another car collides with yours. Shaken but thinking you’re fine, you exchange information and head home. The next morning, you wake up sore, with a pounding headache and stiff neck, and realize the crash affected you…
A slip on a wet floor, a faulty machine, or one careless moment on the job—sometimes, that’s all it takes for a regular workday to turn into a medical emergency. Workplace injuries are all too common in California, where more than 18.7 million people work…
When someone gets seriously hurt because of another person’s actions, the costs go far beyond a hospital bill. You’re dealing with medical treatment, time away from work, long-term changes to your body, and everything that comes with it—pain, stress, and disruption to daily life. Catastrophic…
Airbags are one of the most recognizable safety features in modern vehicles. Required in all new cars since 1999, they inflate within milliseconds during moderate to severe crashes to help prevent life-threatening injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), front airbags have…
Schools should be safe havens for learning, not places where serious injuries happen. But in the U.S., 1 in 14 students suffers a school-related injury that requires medical care. The moment your child is injured at school, your focus shifts to how it happened and…
Nearly 21.4 million students ride the bus to and from school across the U.S. every day. Most rides end safely, but more than 85,000 children are injured in school bus-related accidents each year. A school bus should be a safe place for a child—professionally operated,…
Multi-car accidents can unfold in seconds—one moment you’re sitting in traffic or changing lanes, and suddenly you’re hit from behind, pushed forward, or caught in a collision you couldn’t avoid. In the middle of the confusion, it’s not always clear who caused the crash or…
One moment, you’re cruising down the road, and the next, your car’s smashed, and the other driver is long gone. The Golden State leads the nation in these collisions, with 10.1% of all deadly crashes from 2012 to 2021 involving a driver who fled the…
After an accident, you might expect calls from your insurance company, doctors’ offices, or even well-meaning friends. But if a personal injury lawyer suddenly calls before you’ve even had a chance to process what happened, that should raise an eyebrow. Some attorneys use runners and…
One moment, you’re going about your day. The next, everything changes. Whether it’s a car accident, a slip on a wet floor, or an unexpected fall at work, personal injuries can disrupt your life in an instant, and the physical, emotional, and financial aftermath can…
Every day, drivers across California find themselves in everything from minor fender benders to life-changing crashes. In 2023, the state recorded 163,343 accidents that led to injuries or fatalities. Getting into a collision—no matter how severe—can leave you feeling shaken, uncertain about what to do…
A car crash can change lives in an instant, but when a large truck is involved, the impact is often even more devastating. California saw just 7% of the nation’s fatal truck crashes in 2022, yet ranked second in total truck-related deaths, with 436 fatalities…
A car accident can leave you facing mounting expenses, missed paychecks, and the frustration of dealing with insurance adjusters. On top of everything else, you’re probably wondering how much your settlement will be, and how to calculate what you’ll receive. Understanding how compensation is determined…
Rejecting a settlement offer in a personal injury case might cost you more than you think. Under the California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP Section 998), turning down a reasonable offer could leave you responsible for the other side’s legal expenses if you don’t win…
Over the past three years, California has averaged more than 19,000 car accidents annually, leaving many victims with mounting medical bills and lost income. With inpatient hospital stays costing $4,337 per day—the highest in the country—those medical expenses can escalate quickly. To add to the…
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles County and surrounding areas have caused unimaginable devastation. The fires have claimed 12,300 structures and more than 40,600 acres of land. To all those who have lost their homes, possessions, and loved ones, our hearts go out to you…
Turn to The Shirvanian Law Firm for the best representation after a car accident, truck accident, or other serious injury. With our firm, you can expect thorough and aggressive advocacy that delivers optimal results.