Westside
Santa Monica Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyer
The 10 freeway ends in Santa Monica, dumping freeway-speed traffic straight onto downtown surface streets, and Lincoln Boulevard and Pacific Coast Highway carry the rest. If a negligent driver hurt you here, Mousavi Law Firm fights to recover what you deserve.
Fighting for Injured Santa Monica Residents
Santa Monica has a collision problem that comes from its geography: the 10 freeway simply stops here, and drivers still moving at freeway speed spill onto 4th Street, 5th Street, and Colorado Avenue in the middle of a dense downtown. Add Lincoln Boulevard running the length of the city and Pacific Coast Highway along the water, and you get a steady volume of rear-end, broadside, and lane-change collisions in an area thick with people on foot.
Few places in Los Angeles County mix vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter riders as tightly as Santa Monica does. The blocks around the Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Place, and the Pier draw crowds across busy streets all day, the beach path and Ocean Avenue put cyclists next to moving traffic, and the Metro E Line terminus adds transit riders crossing downtown on foot. When a person on foot or two wheels is struck at these speeds, the injuries are rarely minor and liability is frequently contested.
Our office is in Woodland Hills, and we represent Santa Monica clients throughout the Westside. The first consultation is free and can be handled by phone or video if coming over the hill is inconvenient, and personal injury cases are handled on contingency — no fee unless we win.
Where the 10 ends: Santa Monica's worst crash geography
Most freeways in Los Angeles hand traffic off to another freeway. The 10 does not — it terminates in downtown Santa Monica, and everything on it has to become surface traffic within a few blocks. Drivers who have been moving at 65 miles an hour for twenty miles arrive at signalized intersections on 4th and 5th Streets, at Colorado Avenue, and on Lincoln Boulevard, and the speed does not come off as fast as the road does. That transition zone is where a disproportionate share of the city's serious collisions happen, and the crash types it produces — rear-end impacts into stopped traffic, broadside collisions from drivers running a light they misjudged — are exactly the ones insurers like to describe as routine.
Lincoln Boulevard deserves its own mention. It is a wide, fast state highway running through neighborhoods, retail, and hotel traffic, with frequent driveways, mid-block turns, and long distances between marked crossings. It carries the traffic profile of a highway through an environment built for people. Pacific Coast Highway at the north end of the city has a related problem in a different form: high speeds, beach traffic entering and exiting, and cyclists sharing the corridor.
None of this makes a Santa Monica case simple. Carriers handling Westside claims are experienced, they know these intersections, and their first move is usually to argue that a crash at a busy downtown intersection was partly your fault. Beating that argument means documenting the physical facts — signal timing, sightlines, vehicle damage, the police report — and tying them to the injuries, rather than accepting an early number built on the assumption that everyone shares blame.
Santa Monica Accident Cases We Take
Santa Monica Injury FAQs
Do I have to come to Woodland Hills to hire a Santa Monica accident lawyer?
No. Our office is in Woodland Hills and we represent Santa Monica clients throughout the Westside. The first consultation is free and can be done entirely by phone or video — plenty of our clients never make the drive. Cases are handled on contingency, so there is no fee unless we win.
I was hit while walking or riding a bike in Santa Monica. Is that different from a car case?
The legal framework is the same, but the practical fight is different. Drivers routinely claim a pedestrian or cyclist 'came out of nowhere,' and injuries in these cases tend to be far more severe because there is nothing between you and the vehicle. Those claims are won on reconstruction — sightlines, signal timing, the point of impact — not on a demand letter, so it matters that the case is built properly from the start.
How much does a personal injury lawyer in Santa Monica cost?
Nothing up front. Personal injury cases are handled on contingency — we only get paid if we recover compensation for you, as a percentage of the recovery. Consultations are always free.
What should I do after an accident in Santa Monica?
Seek medical attention, call the police and get a report, photograph the scene and your injuries, get witness information, and avoid giving a recorded statement to the other insurer before speaking with an attorney. Then get a free case review.
How long do I have to file an injury claim in Santa Monica?
In California you generally have two years from the date of injury for most personal injury claims, but claims against a government entity can have a six-month deadline. It's best to act quickly while evidence is fresh.
What areas near Santa Monica do you serve?
We serve Santa Monica and surrounding communities including Venice, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Mar Vista, and the rest of California.
What Our Clients Say
“I worked with Arvin on two separate cases, a personal injury case from a car accident last year and a lemon law case more recently, and I honestly could not have asked for a better attorney. From the beginning, Arvin was extremely responsive, transparent, and easy to work with. He took the time to explain the process clearly, answered every question I had, and made sure I always knew what was going on.”
Lukas Nouri
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“I've worked with Arvin on multiple cases (lemon law and personal injury) and he has been exceptional every time. He's knowledgeable, responsive, and extremely thorough. He made the entire process straightforward and kept me informed at every step. Most importantly, he delivered strong results and made sure there was nothing left on the table.”
Shaviv Delkhah
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“This is the best law firm in Woodland Hills hands down! (and I've spoken to a lot of them). Arvin is super helpful and always updated me on my case. Got me paid out pretty quickly too!”
Daniel Friedman
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“I had a great experience with Mousavi Law. They handled my lemon law claim from start to finish with the utmost professionalism. Their team was incredibly responsive, kept me updated at every step, and made the whole process feel straightforward. Most importantly, they delivered an excellent result!”
Kian Abbassi
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“Arvin is the most honest lawyer I've ever dealt with. He and his team made lemoning my Range Rover a breeze. I'm thankful for him and he has highest recommendation.”
Aleksandar Gajic
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“Mousavi Law helped me get the maximum settlement on my car. I'm extremely grateful to Arvin and his team! They were cordial and quick to respond to any of my concerns.”
Misha Semenov
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“Love Arvin and his firm. Him and his team take the time to support their clients and ensure they receive the best representation. Highly recommended.”
David Khakshooy
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“Mousavi law recently helped me lemon my Tesla Model Y and they made the process so easy. I was referred to them by a family friend and it was such a great decision to choose them! Highly recommend working with Arvin for the absolute best results!”
Shawn Mines
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“Highly recommend Arvin for any lemon law issue! My family bought a new Tesla that turned out to have serious ongoing problems despite several repair visits. We were getting stonewalled by corporate, so we contacted this firm. They were quick to respond, very thorough in explaining our rights under the lemon law, and handled everything professionally from start to finish.”
Kasra
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“Arvin genuinely cared about my case and took the time to explain every step. I never felt rushed or ignored. Professional, thorough, and trustworthy.”
Aria Soltankhah
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“I've had the pleasure of working with Mousavi Law Firm and they were very professional and took great care of me. I couldn't be happier and would highly recommend giving them a call regarding your personal injury needs.”
Arian Mosazadeh
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“I had a PI car crash case with MLF and my experience was great. Arvin was always responsive and willing to answer my questions. I hear stories about PI cases taking years, but we were able to recover from the other person's insurance and my own within a year from the accident.”
Jason Mostadim
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“This guy is an absolute beast with lemon law. Super easy to deal with, always responsive, and clearly knows how to get results. I felt like he actually cared instead of just pushing paperwork. He handled everything, kept me updated, and got it done way faster than I expected.”
Mark Buson
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“Mousavi Law changed my opinion on lawyers. Such a caring, proactive, and most importantly NOT GREEDY professional.”
Joseph Dafesh
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“Answered all my questions and closed my case in less than 6 months! Another attorney told me my case was worth nothing and Arvin got me PAID.”
Daniel Panhassi
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“Amazing communication, always willing to answer my questions. Super responsive and works very quickly.”
Nick Hashemi
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“Arvin helped me a lot with lemoning my Jeep. He is extremely professional and very polite to deal with! Highly recommend.”
David Acimovic
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“This law firm was very professional. Arvin assisted us through the whole process without any worry. Any and all questions about our vehicle issues were answered in a timely manner. He was very thorough when explaining each different outcome. I would definitely recommend this law firm to anyone looking to file for a lemon law.”
Mario Valencia
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“Working with Arvin at Mousavi Law Firm was one of the best business decisions I've made. He took on my vehicle case against a massive auto manufacturer and delivered a flawless result. If you are dealing with a vehicle defect and corporate pushback from an auto manufacturer, do not hesitate to hire Arvin at Mousavi Law Firm.”
Michael Rutchland
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“I contacted Arvin regarding a legal matter I was dealing with. From the first call, his response time was fast and the process was explained clearly. I never had to chase him down for updates. He kept me informed at every step and handled everything professionally.”
Tyler
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“Mousavi Law went above and beyond to help settle my case, and I couldn't be more grateful for their work. From the start, they were professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in getting me the best outcome.”
Arshia Mehdian
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“Major shout out to Arvin for his services regarding my BMW Lemon Law. He had great communication and worked really hard and got me a settlement in under two months. Thank you so much to the entire staff and team. Really appreciate it. Highly recommend!!”
Jacob Shay
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“Mousavi Law Firm was extremely refreshing to work with after having dealt with other lawyers. Arvin and his team helped me with my lemon case for my Tesla and were absolutely professional with answering all of my questions along with keeping me up to date every step of the way.”
Ashkan Mapar
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“Best lemon lawyer in Los Angeles. Only lawyer I've had that personally answers my calls and doesn't kick me off to an assistant.”
Shant Goorjian
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“Super professional and works fast! Had my lemon case settled in 2 months. Highly recommend.”
Michael Amini
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“Excellent attorney, one who gets the job done as promised, fast and smooth. I would recommend him and his law firm to everyone I know. Thank you Arvin.”
Maryam Moshaie
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“I had a great experience working with Arvin Mousavi and Mousavi Law Firm on my Jeep Wrangler 4xe lemon law claim. From start to finish, Arvin was professional, knowledgeable, and always kept me informed about what was happening with my case.”
Dillon Bard
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“Excellent result. Transparent and timely communication. Highly recommend.”
Jamal Baghlani
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