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Personal Injury Attorney in Beverly Hills

Representing Injury Victims & Families Throughout Southern California Since 1993

When an accident turns your life upside down, you need an attorney with the track record and commitment to see your case through. Law Offices of Haleh Shekarchian has represented injury victims and their families in Beverly Hills and across Southern California for more than 30 years. Attorney Haleh Shekarchian leads every case personally and is a member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. This distinction is held by fewer than 1% of all U.S. attorneys and is earned by securing million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for clients.

Medical bills don’t wait, and neither do insurance companies. While you’re recovering from a serious injury, insurers are already working to limit what they pay. We know their tactics, and we know how to respond. Attorney Shekarchian is recognized by defense attorneys, judges, and insurance companies alike for her integrity and her effectiveness on behalf of the people she represents.

If you or someone you love has been injured, call us today at (855) 679-6171 to schedule a free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

Why Beverly Hills Clients Choose Law Offices of Haleh Shekarchian

Our client-centered approach starts before you ever come to our office. If your injuries prevent you from traveling, we can come to you at home or at the hospital. We provide legal services in English, Spanish, and Farsi, removing language as a barrier to the help you need. Attorney Shekarchian is a member of both the Beverly Hills Bar Association and the Los Angeles County Bar Association.

We work on a contingency fee basis: no fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf. That commitment reflects our confidence in the cases we take and our dedication to the clients we serve. Our results speak for themselves.

Selected case results:

$15,000,000 settlement: pedestrian vs. construction company
$9,000,000 settlement: pedestrian vs. bus
$4,999,000 settlement: pedestrian vs. auto
$1,250,000 settlement: motorcycle vs. auto
$1,065,000 settlement: pedestrian vs. auto
$900,000 settlement: trip and fall

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle

Our practice covers the full range of personal injury matters. Beverly Hills presents real accident risk across high-traffic corridors like Santa Monica Boulevard, Wilshire Boulevard, and Olympic Boulevard, and in the city’s densely commercial areas with heavy pedestrian activity. Any accident caused by another party’s negligence may give rise to a claim, and we’re prepared to pursue it.

Vehicle Accidents:
We handle car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, bus accidents, pedestrian accidents, and hit-and-run accidents.

Premises Liability:
We handle slip and fall cases, dog attacks, swimming pool accidents, and other injuries caused by unsafe property conditions.

Catastrophic & Serious Injuries:
We represent clients who have suffered spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, burn injuries, and other life-altering harm.

Wrongful Death & Workers’ Compensation:
We handle wrongful death claims alongside our personal injury practice and represent injured workers in workers’ compensation matters as a related area of our firm’s work.

Start with a Free Consultation

You don’t have to figure out your next steps alone. Contact Law Offices of Haleh Shekarchian to speak with our team at no cost and no obligation. We can evaluate your situation, explain your options, and tell you honestly what we can do for you. If we take your case, we handle everything. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation. We can meet you at our office, at your home, or at the hospital. Call (855) 679-6171 today.

California Personal Injury Law: What You Need to Know

A personal injury claim in California rests on the legal concept of negligence. To recover compensation, an injured person must establish that the at-fault party owed a duty of care, that they breached that duty, and that the breach directly caused the injuries and resulting damages. California law applies to any accident occurring within the state, regardless of where the parties live.

California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, which means an injured person can recover damages even if they were partially at fault, though their compensation is reduced by their percentage of fault. If you were 20% at fault and your damages total $100,000, you can still recover $80,000. This rule applies across personal injury cases throughout the state.

What Compensation Is Available in a California Personal Injury Case

California law allows injured parties to recover two broad categories of damages. Economic damages cover measurable financial losses: past and future medical expenses, lost wages, and reduced future earning capacity. Non-economic damages address the less tangible consequences of an injury: pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.

In cases involving especially reckless or intentional misconduct, California courts may also award punitive damages, which are designed to punish the at-fault party rather than simply compensate the victim. The overall value of a claim depends on the severity of the injuries, how clearly liability can be established, and the long-term impact on the victim’s life and livelihood.

Common Injuries in Personal Injury Cases

Serious accidents produce a wide range of injuries. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, soft tissue damage, burn injuries, and internal injuries are among the most frequently seen. Some of the most serious don’t produce obvious symptoms right away. Concussions and internal damage can be masked by the body’s adrenaline response in the immediate aftermath of a collision or fall.

Prompt medical attention matters for two reasons. First, it’s essential to your health. Second, it creates a record documenting the connection between the incident and your injuries. This is a connection insurers will challenge if treatment was delayed.

Steps to Take After an Accident in Beverly Hills

What you do in the hours and days after an accident can significantly affect your ability to recover compensation. Taking the right steps early protects both your health and your legal claim.

Actions to take after an accident:

Report the incident to police or the property owner and obtain a copy of any official report
Seek medical attention as soon as possible, even if injuries seem minor
Document the scene with photographs and preserve all accident-related receipts and records
Retain copies of all communications with insurance companies
Avoid providing a recorded statement to the at-fault party’s insurer before speaking with an attorney
Contact a personal injury attorney as early as possible to begin preserving evidence

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Personal Injury

Cases We Handle

A Track Record of Significant Recoveries

Attorney Shekarchian has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of personal injury and wrongful death clients throughout California. The results below represent some of our notable outcomes across the types of cases Beverly Hills clients most commonly bring.

$15,000,000 settlement: pedestrian vs. construction company
$9,000,000 settlement: pedestrian vs. bus
$4,999,000 settlement: pedestrian vs. auto
$1,250,000 settlement: motorcycle vs. auto
$1,065,000 settlement: pedestrian vs. auto
$900,000 settlement: trip and fall

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Legal Services in English, Spanish & Farsi

Language barriers and mobility limitations are two of the most common reasons injured people delay getting legal help. We address both directly. Our team provides legal services in English, Spanish, and Farsi, so you can discuss your situation, understand your options, and make informed decisions in the language you’re most comfortable using. When serious injuries make travel difficult, we can come to you. Attorney Shekarchian and our team can meet clients at their home or hospital by request. We serve clients throughout Southern California, with strong roots in Beverly Hills and the surrounding Los Angeles area.

Accident Risk in Beverly Hills & What California Law Covers

Beverly Hills sees consistent accident risk across its busiest corridors. Santa Monica Boulevard, Wilshire Boulevard, and Olympic Boulevard carry heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic, and the city’s commercial areas create additional exposure for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Accidents here can involve motor vehicles, commercial properties, private residences, or public spaces. Each presents distinct liability considerations under California law.

Residents, workers, and visitors to Beverly Hills are all protected by California personal injury law when injured due to another party’s negligence. Whether you were hurt in a car accident or a slip and fall at a retail property, your right to pursue compensation is the same.

Ready to Talk? Contact Us Today

A free consultation with Law Offices of Haleh Shekarchian costs you nothing and comes with no obligation. We can review what happened, answer your questions, and explain what options are available. There are no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you, and if you can’t come to us, we can come to you. Call (855) 679-6171 to get started.

How Negligence Is Proven in a California Personal Injury Claim

Every personal injury claim rests on four legal elements: duty, breach, causation, and damages. The at-fault party must have owed a legal duty of care to the injured person, breached that duty through negligent action or inaction, and that breach must have directly caused the injuries. The injured person must also have suffered actual damages as a result.

Building that case requires evidence. Police and accident reports, photographs, surveillance footage, eyewitness statements, medical records, and testimony from accident reconstruction specialists or medical professionals can all establish what happened and who is responsible. In some accidents, more than one party shares liability. Identifying every responsible party can increase the total compensation available to you.

How Insurance Companies Handle Personal Injury Claims

After an accident, the at-fault party’s insurer is not on your side. Insurers have a direct financial incentive to minimize payouts, and their adjusters are trained to gather statements that can be used to reduce or deny a claim. They may reach out quickly before you fully understand the extent of your injuries, with a settlement offer that sounds fair but falls well short of what you may be entitled to recover.

We handle all communications with insurers on our clients’ behalf. We build a fully documented claim, calculate the real value of your damages including future medical costs and lost earning capacity, and negotiate from a position of strength. If an insurer won’t offer fair compensation, we’re prepared to take the case to trial. Attorney Shekarchian’s reputation for effective litigation is part of what brings insurers to the table.

California’s Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims

Under California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1, personal injury victims generally have two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. That window is shorter when a government entity is involved: under California Government Code §911.2, a claim against a public agency must typically be filed within six months of the incident before a lawsuit can proceed.

Missing either deadline means losing the right to recover compensation, regardless of how strong the underlying claim is. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the sooner evidence can be gathered, deadlines tracked, and your claim properly evaluated.

How We Handle Your Personal Injury Case

Our representation begins at the first consultation and continues through resolution. We investigate the incident, identify all liable parties, gather and preserve evidence, and calculate the full value of your damages. This accounts for both what you’ve already lost and what your injuries may cost you going forward. We handle all communications with insurance companies and corporate attorneys so you can focus on recovering.

Most personal injury cases resolve through negotiated settlement. When insurers refuse to offer fair compensation, we litigate. Attorney Shekarchian is recognized for her effectiveness in both settling and trying personal injury and wrongful death claims, and our firm has maintained the highest ethical standards throughout more than 30 years of practice in Southern California. You can count on honest advice and committed representation at every stage. Call (855) 679-6171 to schedule your free consultation.

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Voices of People We’ve Helped

Hear From Our Clients

Advocating for Injured Workers and Families

"The team over at Haleh's firm was helpful, patient and honest. I had an injury in 2014, and throughout my almost 2 year ordeal, Haleh and her team were there to guide me in my journey back to health while protecting my interests."
The team over at Haleh's firm was helpful, patient and honest. I had an injury, and throughout my almost 2 year ordeal, Haleh and her team were there to guide me in my journey back to health while protecting my interests.

- Hector H.
"We highly recommend this office and especially Haleh Shekarchian to any one who is seeking professional help and representation. Thank you, Haleh for your help!"
We highly recommend this office and especially Haleh Shekarchian to any one who is seeking professional help and representation. Thank you, Haleh for your help!

- Peter A.
"Haleh Shekarchian is one of the most professional attorneys I have dealt with. My case was settled for a large amount in a very short period of time."
Haleh Shekarchian is one of the most professional attorneys I have dealt with. My case was settled for a large amount in a very short period of time.

- R.D.
"Highly recommend!"
Highly recommend!

- A.H.

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