California Personal Injury Lawyer

One firm, four offices, two states, and the attorney you meet is the attorney on your case

Get the Compensation You Deserve After an Injury

Being injured because of someone else's carelessness is disorienting. Lost income, medical bills arriving faster than answers, and a recovery nobody can give you a timeline for.


We are a California personal injury law firm with offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Oakland, and a fourth office in Seattle handling Washington claims. If you or a loved one was injured by the negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct of another party, we will fight for your right to full compensation, and we will tell you honestly at the outset what your claim is likely to involve.

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Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle

Our legal team is highly experienced in handling a wide range of personal injury claims, including:


  • Car accidents: In at-fault states, the other driver in a car accident case must be found liable for you to have a valid claim. Our Alameda County lawyers have the skills and resources to prove the responsible party’s negligence and the determination to win you the maximum compensation you deserve.
  • Dog bites/attacks: Under California law, all dog owners are strictly liable for any dog bite regardless of whether they (1) knew the dog had a propensity to be dangerous or (2) failed to protect others from being attacked. Given that a serious dog bite can cause permanent disfigurement and lasting emotional harm, it is crucial to have the aggressive legal representation we provide.
  • Construction accidents: All construction workers in Alameda County have a right to a safe environment. While work-related injuries are generally covered by workers’ compensation insurance, you may have a valid claim if the construction accident that caused your personal injury resulted from safety violations or third-party negligence.
  • Motorcycle accidents: The roads and highways in Alameda County offer motorcycle riders pastoral views and exhilaration; however, drivers are responsible for countless motorcycle accidents each year. Despite the public bias against motorcyclists as being reckless thrill-seekers, we believe you have a right to be on the road and a right to meaningful compensation if you were harmed by a negligent driver.
  • Pedestrian accidents: California has the dubious distinction of leading the nation in pedestrian accidents. Although pedestrians must follow traffic laws and exercise reasonable care for their own safety, they generally have the right of way, and drivers can be held liable for pedestrian accidents.
  • Slip and fall accidents: Private, commercial, and public property owners have a legal obligation to maintain their property and a duty to provide a safe environment to visitors, guests, and passersby. Unfortunately, hazards such as wet floors, broken steps, cracked or raised sidewalks, poorly lit areas, and falling objects cause or contribute to slip and fall accidents that result in serious injuries.
  • Truck accidents: Drivers are forced to share the roads and highways with trucks and tractor-trailers. Because a commercial truck outweighs a typical passenger vehicle by several thousand pounds or more, a collision can result in catastrophic injuries and fatalities to occupants of a smaller vehicle. We are committed to holding negligent trucking companies and truck drivers accountable for harming others on the road.
  • Wrongful death: Losing a loved one because of the negligent conduct of another party is a terrible experience. Our legal team is highly regarded for helping survivors find justice and peace of mind through wrongful death actions.


We also represent people hurt on someone else's property or by someone else's negligence in other settings. That includes slip and fall and premises liability claims, construction site injuries, nursing home abuse and neglect, defective product claims, dog bite injuries, and wrongful death claims brought by surviving family members. If your injuries are permanent, our catastrophic injury practice explains how lifetime costs are calculated.

HOW CAN A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY IN CALIFORNIA HELP WITH MY CLAIM?

Regardless of the type of accident that caused your injuries, count on the Law Offices of David P. Kashani, A.P.L.C. to fight for the compensation you need and deserve. Contact our personal injury firm today to schedule a free consultation.


WE EXPLORE ALL LEGAL OPTIONS

When you contact us for a free consultation, we will explain your rights and explore every legal option available to you. Many injury claims resolve through settlement negotiations, and we prepare each case for trial anyway, because that preparation is what creates leverage at the bargaining table.


Above all, our objective is to win damages that account for all your future medical and financial needs, whether through negotiation or litigation.


We handle every personal injury claim on a contingency basis across all four of our offices. You will not pay any attorney's fees until we recover for you.


How Comparative Negligence Works in California

California follows what is called pure comparative negligence, a rule the California Supreme Court adopted in 1975. It means you can still recover compensation even if your own actions contributed to the accident, and there is no percentage threshold that cuts you off. Your award is simply reduced by the share of fault assigned to you by an insurance adjuster, a judge, or a jury.


As an example, if you collided with a speeding driver after making an improper turn and you are found 20% at fault, damages assessed at $100,000 would be reduced by 20% to $80,000. Most states apply a modified version of this rule that bars recovery entirely once you cross 50% fault. California does not, and neither does Washington. That is worth knowing, because being told you have no case because you were partly responsible is one of the most common things injured people are wrongly told.


You may be entitled to compensation in two categories:


  • Economic damages cover lost wages, past and future medical expenses, loss of earning capacity, and similar financial losses.
  • Non-economic damages compensate you for pain and suffering, physical disability, disfigurement, loss of limb, loss of enjoyment of life, and other intangible losses.


You do need to act promptly. California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1 requires most personal injury lawsuits to be filed within two years of the date of injury, and claims against a public entity can require a formal administrative claim within six months. Washington allows three years from the date of injury under RCW 4.16.080. The sooner you contact us, the more we can do.

Whether caused by distracted driving, speeding, or reckless behavior, car crashes often result in severe injuries.

Property owners must maintain safe premises. If hazardous conditions caused your fall, you may have a claim.

Medical Malpractice

When doctors, hospitals, or healthcare providers fail to meet the standard of care, we fight for justice.

Elderly residents deserve respect and quality care. We hold negligent facilities accountable.

If negligence resulted in the loss of a loved one, we help families seek justice and compensation.

If you’re unsure what your case is worth, contact Kashani Law today for a free case evaluation.

No two injury claims are identical. What you may be awarded depends on the type of accident, the nature and permanence of your injuries, and the share of fault assigned to you. The damages you may be awarded ultimately depend on numerous factors, such as the type of accident, the nature of your injuries, and the extent of your liability. 


The rules of comparative negligence apply to personal injury claims in California. This means that you can still recover compensation if your actions contributed to the accident. Nonetheless, your final award will be reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to you by an insurance adjuster or the court. 


As an example, if you were involved in a collision with a speeding driver after you made an improper turn, you may be found to be 20% at fault. Therefore, if the amount of your damages is assessed at $100,000, the amount of your reward will be reduced by 20% to $80,000. 


In any event, you may be entitled to compensation that includes economic and non-economic damages:

  • Economic damages are designed to cover your lost wages, medical expenses (past and future), loss of earning capacity, and similar financial losses
  • Noneconomic damages are intended to compensate you for pain and suffering, physical disability, disfigurement, loss of limb, loss of enjoyment of life, and other intangible losses.

You must act quickly, however, because the statute of limitations in California requires you to take legal action within two years of the date of your injury. The sooner you contact our office, the sooner we can recover for you. 

What Compensation Can You Recover in a Personal Injury Case?

Filing a personal injury claim can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with insurance companies that try to minimize payouts:

How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help Your Claim

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Investigating Your Case – Gathering medical records, witness statements, and evidence to build a strong claim.

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Handling Insurance Negotiations – We ensure you don’t settle for less than what you deserve.

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Filing Lawsuits When Necessary –  If negotiations fail, we take your case to court to fight for maximum compensation.

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Providing Personalized Legal Representation –  Every case is unique, and we provide individualized attention to every client.

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Working on a Contingency Fee Basis – You don’t pay unless we win your case.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, we’re here to help. Contact us today for a free consultation.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, we are here to help. Contact us today for a free consultation.

We are not a single-city firm with a service-area list. We keep four staffed offices, and the office nearest you is where your case is handled.

Where We Practice Across California and Washington

Los Angeles

3780 Selby Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034. Our main office, serving Los Angeles County and the surrounding region. Our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers handle motor vehicle, trucking, and catastrophic injury claims across the metro area.

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San Francisco

95 3rd Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103. Our San Francisco personal injury lawyers serve the city and the wider Bay Area.

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Oakland

1423 Broadway, Suite 1009, Oakland, CA 94612. Our Oakland personal injury lawyers serve Oakland and the East Bay.

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Seattle

5608 17th Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98107. Our Seattle personal injury lawyers handle Washington claims under Washington law, including the state's three-year filing deadline.

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We serve clients in English, Spanish, and Farsi across all four offices.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Claims

  • Do I have a personal injury case?

    You likely do if someone else's negligence caused your injury and you have damages, meaning medical costs, lost income, or lasting physical harm. The honest answer depends on facts we would need to hear, which is what the free consultation is for. We will also tell you if we think a claim is not worth pursuing.

  • What does a personal injury lawyer cost?

    We work on contingency, so there is no retainer, no hourly billing, and no attorney's fee unless we win. Case costs are advanced by the firm and reimbursed out of a recovery. You will have the fee terms in writing before you commit to anything.

  • How does comparative negligence work in California?

    California uses pure comparative negligence, which reduces your recovery by your percentage of fault but never eliminates it. If you are found 30% responsible for a collision, you recover 70% of your damages. Unlike most states, California sets no percentage ceiling, so partial fault is not a reason to abandon a claim.

  • Can you handle my case if I was injured in Washington?

    Yes. We maintain a Seattle office and handle Washington personal injury claims under Washington law, which allows three years from the date of injury to file rather than California's two. The same team handles the case, so nothing is referred out.

  • How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?

    Two years from the date of injury in California, and three years in Washington. Both have exceptions that can shorten the deadline dramatically, particularly claims involving a government entity, which may require a formal administrative claim within months. Treat any deadline you have read about as later than your actual one until a lawyer confirms it.

  • Will my case go to trial?

    Most personal injury cases settle. We prepare every case as though it will not, because a claim that is trial-ready settles for more than one that is not. If your case does need to be tried, it stays with us rather than being referred to outside counsel.