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Shirvanian Personal Injury Law Firm
Personal Injury Attorney Narbeh Shirvanian is a Top Personal Injury Lawyer representing clients who have been injured in car accident, truck accident, or other serious injury in thorough and aggressive manner ensuring optimal results.

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In California, passengers have the right to compensation for their medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering after a car crash. Navigating the auto insurance claims process can feel overwhelming. Knowing who to file a claim against as a passenger may be difficult if multiple people are involved in the accident. If you were injured in a car accident as a passenger, it is crucial to...

California passed several new laws that came into effect in January 2023 regarding vehicle protection, pedestrian safety, and other transportation-related issues in the state. These laws affect drivers who share the road with pedestrians and bicyclists while promoting safety on the road. Explore the new statutes and how they will affect California's drivers in 2023. Consumer Notices for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Senate Bill (SB) 1398 aims to protect...

occurred. An auto accident injury claim may hinge on the dash cam’s footage to show liability and whether the at-fault party’s insurance is responsible for paying damages. California’s dash cam laws let you use dash cam footage in your car accident claim. Learn where to place a dash cam in your car within California regulations and how the footage might affect your car accident claim. Highlights: Dash cams...

When a car accident occurs, California law requires you to file an accident report with the police department and the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Failing to do so may result in an offense that can carry financial penalties and jail time. Understanding the steps to file an accident report helps you comply with state law and ensures you have evidence of your accident when negotiating...

When you work with a car accident lawyer, they should have your best legal interests in mind to help you win compensation for your personal injury and financial losses. However, some lawyers may not adhere to professional expectations due to a lack of communication and preparation for your case. If you feel your lawyer is not the best fit for your auto accident case, you may switch...

On September 28, 2022, Governor Newsom signed SB 1107, better known as the Protect California Drivers Act, into law. The change comes after the realization that the current liability insurance limits were 46th in the nation, and have not been raised since 1967 when they were first calculated. They also reflect the state’s proactive stance towards protective coverages, as seen in the recent changes to MICRA,...

Every day, car accidents occur on California’s highways and roads, resulting in injuries and deaths. Around 4,161 motor vehicle deaths were reported in California in 2021, an increase from 3,723 in 2020. Car accidents in California today involving property damage and injury can be a stressful experience, especially when trying to figure out fault and liability in an at fault accident. Determining fault in a car accident...

If you have invested in auto insurance, you expect your policy to cover your expenses if you are injured or incur property damage in a car accident. Insurance policy limits that cap the amount your insurance will pay after an accident can leave you without adequate compensation. Learn how auto insurance policy limits work in California and how an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you navigate...

T-Bone collisions occur when a vehicle crashes into the side of another vehicle. They are also called broadside collisions, side-impact crashes, or angle accidents. These accidents made up 35.4% of all collisions in 2020. Whether a driver is liable for a T-Bone crash depends on their negligence in causing the accident. You can determine who is at fault for the accident and get damages from the at-fault...

In California, people must have insurance coverage on their vehicles to drive them on public roads legally. However, many drivers in the state don’t carry insurance or don’t maintain their coverage. Uninsured drivers pose a threat to other motorists because they do not have financial coverage to pay any damages that might occur because of an accident. An auto insurance policy in California can include uninsured motorist...

A major car accident has the potential to change your life. Serious injuries may require months off from work for recovery or result in permanent physical injuries. This impacts your ability to provide for your loved ones, creating emotional and financial stress. Fortunately, there are legal steps you can take to help recover the financial losses from your accident. Woodstock 1969 was an unprecedented event in the...

Four people were killed, including two children, in a crash involving a big rig and a car in Lancaster on Friday morning (6/4). The crash was reported along a stretch of Avenue G spanning from 30th Street East to 20th Street East. Authorities say one woman was declared dead at the scene and one woman and two children were declared dead at the hospital. According to the authorities,...

Car-sharing becomes more and more prevalent as more drivers turn their car into a source of income. The basic idea is that you rent out your car and earn some money. However, what happens when your car is involved in a car-sharing accident? Do you need a car sharing accident lawyer? What is Car Sharing? Car sharing is a rapidly growing car rental business. Unlike traditional car rental...

Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have had a huge impact on LA and its people.  From the traffic impact to the environmental impact, more and more people are using these services and working for these services.  While it is still unclear what the ultimate long term impact of rideshare companies will be, it is undeniable that these companies have dramatically changed how we move around the...

Nationwide research firm Expertise.com has chosen The Shirvanian Law Firm as the Best Car Accident Lawyers in Glendale, CA.  According to their website, "Finding the right highly-skilled professional takes significant time and effort, including in-depth research, detailed comparisons, and deciphering which online reviews are reliable and authentic.  Expertise features only objectively quantified and qualified professionals hand-picked by our selection process.  Our proprietary research and selection process...

Car accidents are estimated to cause the death of close to 40,000 people each year in the United States. An additional 2.4 million people are either injured or left disabled by the car accident. This article will explore the most common causes of car accidents so that hopefully you can avoid a crash and stay safe. Distracted Driving Leads to Car Accidents Distracted driving, which means any activity...

The first question any personal injury attorney must answer in a car accident case is “who is at fault?” If you are rear ended while legally at a complete stop, then the person who rear ended you is clearly at fault. Insurance companies can rarely dispute liability in an accident like that. But not all cases are that straightforward. If you are in a car accident,...

One of the more nebulous aspects of a case is in assessing the damages, especially when it comes to pain and suffering damages. This part of the case may seem very opaque and confusing, but hopefully with this article there will be some clearing up of the confusion surrounding just exactly how pain and suffering damages are awarded in California. What are exactly pain and suffering damages? Pain...

One the most common questions that we get at the Shirvanian Law Firm is what factors come into play when determining the value of a personal injury case. People want to know if pursuing damages is going to be worth the time and expense. While this question does not have a simple answer, there are a few factors that often come into play when determining the...

Although every state requires drivers to have a minimum amount of insurance before getting behind the wheel, the reality is that many people drive without the required coverage. For victims of car accidents, the prospect of the at-fault driver being uninsured can be a source of anxiety and stress. While many states have instituted measures to encourage motorists to drive with insurance, these laws don’t always work....