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Personal Injury
Santa Monica Personal Injury Attorneys
Injured because of someone else’s negligence in Santa Monica? At Wilshire Law Firm — an award-winning, nationally recognized team — our attorneys help injured people across California pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Contact us 24/7 for a free case review with a legal professional — there are no fees unless you get paid.
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Understanding Your Santa Monica Personal Injury Case
Explore essential resources on your rights, your options, and what to expect — everything you need to navigate the legal process, all in one place.
Wilshire Law Firm is an award-winning, nationally recognized team that has represented thousands of injured Californians. Our attorneys investigate how your injury happened, handle every conversation with the insurance companies, and build your case for maximum recovery — all with personalized attention. There are no fees unless you get paid.
Most personal injury accidents in Santa Monica trace back to another party's negligence. The common incidents we see include car accidents on Pacific Coast Highway, rideshare crashes involving Uber and Lyft, pedestrian and bicycle accidents near the beach and shopping districts, slip and fall injuries in retail stores, hotels, and restaurants, and harm caused by unsafe property conditions. Establishing who was at fault is central to your claim, and our attorneys handle that investigation for you.
Take a few key steps to protect your health and your claim: seek medical care immediately and document your injuries, report the incident and gather evidence such as photos and witness contacts, notify the appropriate insurance provider, and speak with a legal professional before giving a recorded statement or accepting any offer. A legal professional can then evaluate liability and damages and negotiate a resolution — or file a lawsuit if necessary.
Wilshire Law Firm handles the full range of California personal injury matters. These commonly include motor vehicle accidents, pedestrian and bicycle accidents, premises liability claims such as slip and fall injuries, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death claims. Because every case is unique, a legal professional can review the specifics of your situation during a free case review.
Contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as your injury required medical treatment, liability is unclear, an insurance company has reached out to you, or you are dealing with ongoing financial or physical effects. Speaking with a legal professional early helps protect your rights before deadlines pass or statements are used against you. Your initial case review is always free, and there are no fees unless you get paid.
In most California personal injury cases you generally have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit (California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1). Certain circumstances can shorten this window — for example, claims against a government entity often carry a deadline of just six months. Because missing a deadline can end your case, it's best to speak with a legal professional early.
Meet Our Santa Monica Personal Injury Attorneys
Nationally-Recognized Powerhouse, Fighting for the Justice You Deserve
Our award-winning attorneys have recovered billions for clients while taking on insurance companies and major corporations.
Colin M. Jones, Esq.Senior Partner and Senior Trial Attorney, Chair of the Personal Injury Litigation Department
Jennifer P. Burkes, Esq.Senior Partner & Strategic Advisor, Personal Injury Litigation Department
Mary Lee Caruso, Esq.Senior Partner
Ryan Casey, Esq.Senior Partner and Trial Attorney
Tae-Yoon Kim, Esq.Senior Partner
Alivia E. Abreu, Esq.Partner
Shervin G. Ghanoongooi, Esq.Partner
Christopher Goodroe, Esq.Partner
Nathan A. GuestPartner and Trial Attorney
Brian M. Jacobson, Esq.Partner
Ariella Perry, Esq.Partner$28.5M
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Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case is unique and evaluated on its own facts.
How Do I Know If I Have a Personal Injury Claim in Santa Monica?
Three factors determine whether you have a valid personal injury claim — fault, damages, and proof. Fault means another party's negligence caused your injury. Damages are your losses, such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Proof includes medical records, photos, incident reports, and witness statements. California's two-year statute of limitations generally applies, so contact Wilshire Law Firm for a free case review to learn how the law applies to your situation.
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Our attorneys have recovered billions of dollars, including some of the biggest settlements in California.
17#1 Settlements in California, 2022–2024*
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#1 Truck v. Pedestrian Accident Settlement
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#1 Multi-Vehicle Accident Settlement
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#1 Equipment Malfunction Settlement
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#1 Car v. Stationary Object Collision Settlement
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#1 Bus v. Passenger Accident Settlement
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#1 Whistleblower Retaliation Settlement
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#1 Underinsured Motorist Settlement
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#1 Slip & Fall Accident Settlement
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#1 Negligent Security Settlement
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#1 Ladder Accident Settlement
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#1 Hotel Premises Liability Settlement
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#1 Car v. Car Collision Settlement
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#1 Bicycle Accident Settlement
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#1 Pregnancy Discrimination Settlement
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#1 Age/Disability Discrimination Settlement
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#1 Wrongful Termination Settlement
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#1 Meal & Rest Breaks Settlement
2022
*#1 settlements in California have been awarded by TopVerdict.com. Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
Santa Monica Personal Injury FAQs
Our Most Frequently Asked Questions
We've answered the most common ones below. If yours isn't here, call us — we're available 24/7.
Santa Monica's beachfront draws heavy pedestrian and cyclist traffic, and busy routes like the Pacific Coast Highway add to collision risk. A driver who fails to yield or drives carelessly can be liable for injuries to people on foot or on bikes.
Personal injury lawsuits arising in Santa Monica are generally filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court, with many matters heard at the Santa Monica Courthouse. Claims often settle through insurer negotiation before litigation.
California generally provides two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. That deadline can be shorter for claims against public entities, and exceptions can apply, so verify yours promptly.
Yes. California's pure comparative negligence rule lets injured pedestrians and cyclists recover even when they share some blame, with the award reduced by their percentage of fault. Sharing fault lowers, but does not eliminate, the recovery.