Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer
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If you or someone in your family has been hurt in a Los Angeles car crash, the days that follow can be a blur. Hospital paperwork piles up, paychecks stop, and the at-fault driver’s insurance company starts calling before you’ve even left the ER.
Our motor vehicle accident lawyers at Novian & Novian have spent more than 35 years representing victims, pursuing fair compensation for medical bills, lost income, property damage, and pain and suffering. We handle the insurance carriers. You focus on healing.
Personal Injury Attorneys
California-licensed counsel for car, motorcycle, truck, and pedestrian accident cases. It is important to prioritize attorneys with extensive local experience and a proven track record of high-value settlements when hiring a motor vehicle accident lawyer.
Three Decades in California
Novian & Novian has represented California businesses and individuals for more than 35 years.
Los Angeles–Based
Our office serves clients across LA County and the greater Southern California region.
Full-Service Motor Vehicle Accident Attorney
Who Is a Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer?
A motor vehicle accident lawyer is a personal injury attorney who represents people injured in car, motorcycle, truck, and other roadway crashes. Their job is to protect your legal rights, manage the insurance claims process, and recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages tied to the collision.
Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the leading causes of death for Americans ages 1–54, according to the CDC. This underscores how quickly a collision can become life-altering, and why experienced legal representation matters from the very beginning. In Los Angeles, determining liability in a car accident often involves identifying negligent drivers, vehicle manufacturers, and government entities responsible for road maintenance.
Hiring an experienced car accident attorney makes the most sense when injuries are serious, when the at-fault driver disputes liability, or when an insurer is undervaluing your claim. Whether you’re dealing with a minor fender-bender, a multi-vehicle pileup on the 405, or a motorcycle crash on PCH, a lawyer keeps you from absorbing the cost of someone else’s negligence.
As Farhad Novian notes, “our role is to carefully evaluate every aspect of the harm suffered to ensure the full scope of damages is pursued.” California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning that a victim can recover damages even if they are partially at fault for the accident, with their compensation reduced by their percentage of fault.
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What Compensation Can You Receive After a Motor Vehicle Crash?
After a motor vehicle accident, you may be entitled to several types of compensation depending on the circumstances of your car accident case. These include:
- Medical Expenses: Coverage for hospital bills, surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing medical care.
- Lost Wages: Payment for income lost due to time away from work after your injuries.
- Property Damage: Compensation for repairing or replacing your vehicle and other damaged property.
- Pain and Suffering: Recovery for emotional distress, physical pain, and reduced quality of life.
- Punitive Damages: Additional compensation in cases involving reckless or negligent behavior by the at-fault driver.
- Future Costs: Financial support for long-term medical care, therapy, or diminished earning potential.
Common Types of Motor Vehicle Accidents in Los Angeles
LA roads see a wide spread of crash types. Each one carries its own evidentiary challenges and its own legal questions. Our team has handled the following accident categories across LA County for years.
Rear-End Collisions
The most common collision type on LA freeways and surface streets. Most stem from following too closely, distracted driving, or sudden stops in dense traffic. If you’ve been hit from behind, our rear-end accident lawyer can help with liability rules and determining what your claim is worth.
T-Bone (Side-Impact) Crashes
Usually happens at intersections, often after one driver runs a red light or fails to yield. Side-impact occupants suffer disproportionately serious injuries because the door offers far less crumple zone than the front or rear of the car.
Multi-Vehicle Pileups
Chain-reaction freeway crashes are a defining LA hazard, especially on the 5, the 10, and the 110 during commute hours. Sorting out fault across three or more drivers takes accident reconstruction, careful witness work, and patience with multiple insurance carriers.
Motorcycle Accidents
Riders have almost no physical protection. Even a low-speed contact can lead to broken bones, road rash, and traumatic brain injury. We handle single-vehicle crashes, lane-change collisions, and crashes caused by road defects.
Truck and Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Big-rig crashes on I-5, or the Grapevine produce catastrophic damage. These cases involve federal trucking regulations, multiple potential defendants (driver, carrier, cargo loader), and aggressive defense lawyers from the carrier’s insurer.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
Crosswalk strikes, bike-lane crashes, and hit-and-run incidents in neighborhoods like Koreatown, downtown, and Venice are recurring case types in our practice.
Services Offered by Our Motor Vehicle Accident Attorneys
At Novian & Novian, our mission is to protect car accident victims and help them recover the fair compensation they deserve. From the moment your accident occurred to the final resolution of your car accident case, our experienced legal team of motor vehicle accident lawyers will handle every step of the claims process with care, skill, and determination.
Here’s how we help you:
We Will Evaluate Your Case Thoroughly
When you come to us, we begin by reviewing every detail of your accident. Our team carefully assesses liability, examines the police report, gathers medical records, and considers all evidence. We also calculate the potential damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and property damage, and advise you on the strongest legal options for your car accident injury claim.
We Will Negotiate with Insurance Companies
Dealing with insurance companies after a crash can be stressful and overwhelming. Our attorneys take over all communication with insurance adjusters, protecting you from low settlement offers and unfair denials. We know how insurers operate, and we negotiate aggressively to secure the fair compensation you deserve for your auto accident case.
We Will Represent You in Court
Our attorneys are fully prepared to represent you in court if negotiation fails to reach a fair car accident settlement. We handle the filing of your car accident lawsuit, advocate for you during hearings and trials, and present compelling evidence and expert testimony to demonstrate liability and the severity of your injuries.
We Will Recover Your Compensation
Recovering financial compensation is one of the most important parts of your car accident claim. Our goal is to make sure you receive payment for all medical expenses, hospital bills, and future medical costs. We also pursue damages for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and even punitive damages when appropriate, ensuring you achieve a full and fair financial recovery.
We Will Guide You Every Step of the Way
We believe that communication is key. That’s why we explain legal terms in plain language, keep you informed about the progress of your car accident claim, and answer all your questions throughout the legal process. From start to finish, you can count on our team for support, guidance, and peace of mind.
We Will Handle All Paperwork and Deadlines
After a car crash, the last thing you should worry about is paperwork. Our team prepares and files all necessary documents, including insurance claims and court filings, ensuring they are submitted on time. By managing deadlines and administrative details, we allow you to focus on your medical treatment and recovery while we handle the rest.
What Compensation Can You Expect After a Motor Vehicle Accident in Los Angeles?
The damages available in a California car accident claim fall into two buckets: economic damages (the dollars you can count) and non-economic damages (the harm that’s real but harder to quantify). For deeper breakdowns of recoverable categories, see our guides on what you are entitled to after a car accident and how much you can sue someone for a car accident.
The table below summarizes the categories most often included in LA motor vehicle accident claims.
| Damage Category | Type | Common Examples | Typical Range in LA Cases |
| Medical Bills | Economic | ER care, surgery, imaging, and physical therapy | $5K – $250K+ |
| Future Medical Care | Economic | Long-term rehab, future surgery, home health care | $20K – $500K+ |
| Lost Wages | Economic | Time missed from work during recovery | $2K – $100K+ |
| Lost Earning Capacity | Economic | Reduced ability to earn future income | $25K – $1M+ |
| Property Damage | Economic | Vehicle repair or replacement costs | $3K – $80K |
| Pain and Suffering | Non-economic | Physical pain, chronic discomfort, sleep loss | Varies by case |
| Emotional Distress | Non-economic | PTSD, anxiety, depression | Varies by case |
| Loss of Consortium | Non-economic | Impact on spouse, companionship, and family relationships | Varies by case |
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Settlement and verdict ranges depend on liability, available insurance, severity of injury, and quality of evidence.
Economic damages are the bills, receipts, and pay stubs. Hospital invoices, prescription costs, ambulance fees, MRI charges, follow-up appointments, prescription co-pays, vehicle repair estimates, and the wages your employer can confirm you missed. We work with your providers, lien negotiators, and, when needed, a vocational expert to capture the full economic picture.
Non-economic damages cover the human cost. Chronic pain, sleep disruption, anxiety about driving again, and loss of enjoyment of activities you used to do without thinking about it. California does not cap non-economic damages in standard motor vehicle injury cases, which means a jury can value this category based on your specific testimony, family testimony, and treating clinician notes.
Our Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers in California
Farid Novian
Farid Novian has over 30 years of experience representing a wide variety of clients in the California area.
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Farhad Novian
Farhad Novian has advised, counseled and represented California businesses and individuals in a broad range of transactions.
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Why Choose Novian & Novian as Your Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles?
You have many options for legal representation in LA. However, below are a few reasons our clients pick us:
- – 35+ years of California legal practice. Farhad Novian and Farid Novian have represented California businesses and individuals across complex litigation since the early 1990s.
- – Personalized attention. You know the attorney handling your file. We do not run case-mill operations or hand you off to a paralegal you never met.
- – Free consultation. We review your case at no charge and no obligation. If we cannot help, we say so and refer you to someone who can.
- – Contingency fee structure. No recovery, no fee. You pay nothing out of pocket while the case is pending.
- – Direct insurance negotiation. We deal with adjusters daily. We know the carriers’ opening offers, their internal authority limits, and when a low offer is a signal versus a final position.
How We Work to Maximize Settlements
Our process is methodical, not formulaic.
Types of Motor Vehicle Accidents We Handle
At Novian & Novian, our attorneys represent clients in all types of motor vehicle accident claims. Whether you were injured in a car crash, a motorcycle accident, or a collision involving a large truck, our legal team has the experience to handle even the most complex personal injury cases.
Below are some of the most common types of accidents we take on:
Car Accidents
Our firm represents car accident victims in cases ranging from minor car accidents to devastating car wrecks. These include rear-end collisions, side-impact crashes, and multi-car pileups that often result in serious injuries, high medical expenses, and difficult disputes with insurance companies.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents can be particularly devastating because riders have little protection in a crash. We handle single-vehicle crashes, collisions involving cars or trucks, and accidents caused by road hazards or unsafe conditions. These cases often involve severe injuries, such as spinal cord or soft tissue injuries, requiring extensive medical treatment and long-term recovery.
Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are among the most serious motor vehicle collisions in Los Angeles, often causing catastrophic injuries, spinal cord injuries, and wrongful death. Our experienced car accident lawyers represent victims injured in collisions involving semi-trucks, commercial vehicles, and oversized loads throughout Los Angeles County. Because trucking companies and their insurance carriers fight aggressively to reduce injury claims, it is important to seek legal advice from a proven auto accident attorney as early as possible.
We investigate the accident scene, identify the at-fault party, gather evidence from medical professionals and trucking records, and build strong personal injury claims under California law. Whether you are facing ongoing medical treatment, future medical expenses, or an insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement, our Los Angeles car accident attorneys guide you through the legal process and fight for the financial compensation you deserve.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrian and bicycle accidents often result in severe injuries, especially in busy areas of Los Angeles. Our Los Angeles car accident lawyers handle hit and run accidents, crosswalk crashes, bike lane collisions, and serious accidents caused by distracted driving, drunk driving, faulty traffic signals, and other forms of driver negligence. We investigate every detail of the accident to prove the other party’s negligence and pursue maximum compensation for lost wages, medical care, and pain and suffering.
Under California car accident laws, victims may still recover damages through the state’s pure comparative negligence system even if they share partial fault. With a proven track record in personal injury lawsuits, our auto accident lawyers work with medical professionals, investigators, and accident experts to build strong claims and fight for a fair settlement.
What Steps Should You Take Immediately After a Motor Vehicle Accident in Los Angeles?
What you do in the first 48 hours after a crash often shapes the entire claim. Here’s a quick checklist:
- Call 911. Police response creates the official record. Even on minor collisions, an LAPD or CHP report is one of the most important documents in your file.
- Get medical attention. Even if you feel fine, internal injuries and soft-tissue damage often surface a day or two later. Get checked out before deciding to skip the ER.
- Document the scene. Photos of vehicle positions, license plates, road conditions, traffic signs, debris, and visible injuries. Get names and phone numbers of anyone who saw the crash.
- Exchange information. Driver name, license number, insurance carrier, policy number, and license plate. Do not discuss fault.
- Be careful what you say to the doctor. What you tell ER staff goes into the medical record and can be quoted by the defense.
- Call a lawyer before the insurance adjuster calls you. Adjusters often record your first statement and use it later. A quick call with a lawyer first costs nothing and protects your claim.
Why Does Early Medical Attention Matter for Your Claim?
Insurance carriers look for gaps in treatment to argue the crash was not the source of your injury. A gap of even ten days between the accident and your first medical visit can be enough for an adjuster to discount the claim. Early documentation also protects you medically, as concussions and internal injuries do not always announce themselves on day one.
How Does Insurance and Medical Coverage Work After a Motor Vehicle Accident in Los Angeles?
Insurance is the most confusing piece of any car accident claim, especially when health insurance and auto insurance both come into play. Below are a few starting points:
- Liability coverage is the at-fault driver’s policy. It pays for your damages up to the policy limit. California’s minimum is currently 30/60/15, which is often not enough in a serious injury case.
- Uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage is your own policy. It pays when the at-fault driver has no insurance or not enough.
- Med-Pay is optional first-dollar coverage on your auto policy that pays your medical bills regardless of fault, up to the limit.
- Health insurance usually pays your medical bills first, then asserts a lien against the settlement.
- Deductible is the amount you pay before coverage kicks in.
How Does Novian & Novian Help With Insurance Disputes?
Insurance adjusters are not on your side, even when they sound friendly. Their job is to settle claims for as little as the file will support. We handle every adjuster call, push back on lowball offers with documented damages, and force the carrier to put a final number on the file before we recommend accepting or rejecting.
How Can Our Motor Vehicle Accident Attorneys Help You?
A motor vehicle accident claim can quickly become complicated, especially when serious injuries, disputed liability, or aggressive insurance adjusters are involved. Our attorneys handle every stage of the process, from investigating the crash to negotiating settlements and taking cases to trial when necessary.
We take over communication with adjusters, push back on lowball offers, and negotiate hard for the compensation the file supports.
When negotiation stalls, we file the lawsuit, conduct discovery, and present evidence and expert testimony at trial.
We translate legal terms and keep you updated through every status change.
Our team prepares and files insurance claims, court filings, and supporting documents on time
Need a Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer?
If you have been hurt in a Los Angeles car accident, every day matters. California’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the crash, and evidence such as witness memory, surveillance footage, and vehicle damage does not wait for you.
Contact Novian & Novian today for a free consultation. We will review your case, explain your options, and tell you whether we can help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to some of the most common questions about motor vehicle accident lawyers, and how Novian & Novian’s motor vehicle accident lawyers can help you recover the financial compensation you deserve.
Who Is the Best Car Accident Lawyer in La?
There is no single answer. The right lawyer for a car accident in Los Angeles depends on the type of crash, the severity of your car accident injuries, the firm’s experience with similar cases, and how well you communicate with the attorney. Look for a California-licensed lawyer with proven experience handling common car accidents and offering a free case evaluation.
How much does a car accident lawyer cost in California?
Most California personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. You pay no upfront fees, and the lawyer only gets paid if money is recovered for you through a settlement or verdict. Standard fees are usually 33⅓% before a lawsuit is filed and 40% if litigation becomes necessary.
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Minor Car Accident?
Even a minor crash can lead to costly car accident injuries that appear days later. A free case evaluation with a lawyer can help identify medical, insurance, or liability issues you may otherwise overlook. It is also important not to admit fault before speaking with an attorney.
Can a Car Accident Cause Spinal Stenosis?
Yes. A car accident can aggravate pre-existing spinal stenosis or speed up spinal degeneration. Under California law, the at-fault driver may still be responsible for the full extent of the injury, even if the victim had a prior condition.
What Should I Avoid Telling My Attorney?
You should not hide anything from your attorney. Prior accidents, prior injuries, social media posts, and conversations with the other driver can all affect your case. Being fully honest helps your attorney build the strongest claim possible.
How Long Does a Motor Vehicle Accident Case Take?
Straightforward claims often settle within four to nine months. Cases involving severe injuries, disputed liability, or lawsuits can take 12 to 24 months or longer. The timeline usually depends on the seriousness of the injuries and whether the insurance company is willing to negotiate fairly.
What Are the Chances of a Favorable Outcome in a Car Accident Lawsuit?
Every case is different. Results depend on liability evidence, documented injuries, available insurance coverage, and the quality of legal representation. An experienced attorney can evaluate your claim and provide a realistic assessment of potential compensation.
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