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Car Accidents Lawyer in Santa Monica, California

Santa Monica sits at the western terminus of the 10 freeway, where it meets PCH and the beach. Between freeway traffic, tourists, and dense pedestrian and cyclist activity, crashes are common. Nordanyan Law fights to recover everything you're owed. Free consultation, no fees unless we win.

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$150M+Recovered for Clients
7,500+Clients Represented
99.9%Success Rate
30+Years Combined Experience

Car Accidents Representation in Santa Monica

The 10 terminus, Pacific Coast Highway, Lincoln Boulevard, and Ocean Avenue carry a heavy mix of commuter, tourist, and local traffic that produces frequent collisions. We investigate the crash, secure the data, and build the case the insurer would rather you didn't have.

When the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, we pursue your own underinsured-motorist coverage so a low-limit policy doesn't cap your recovery. Injured victims are often treated at Providence Saint John's or UCLA Santa Monica, and we coordinate your medical liens.

California's comparative-fault rule lets insurers try to shift blame. We counter with witness statements, camera footage, reconstruction, and medical documentation so your recovery reflects what actually happened.

Car Accidents Cases We Handle in Santa Monica

Rear-end collisions, intersection accidents, and highway crashes.

Important Deadlines

Report injury to employerWithin 30 days
File workers' comp claim (DWC-1)Within 1 year of injury date
Personal injury claimWithin 2 years
Government claimsAs little as 6 months

Notable Case Results

$5,500,000

Workers' Compensation

$2,245,735

Workers' Compensation

$1,495,206

Workers' Compensation

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. See methodology.

Serving Santa Monica from Our Van Nuys Office

14520 Sylvan St #200, Van Nuys, CA 91411 · (818) 525-1700 · Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Car Accidents in Santa Monica — FAQs

How much is my Santa Monica car accident case worth?

It depends on injury severity, medical bills, lost wages, and available insurance. Soft-tissue cases often settle from $15,000 to $75,000; surgical cases from $100,000 to $500,000 or more; catastrophic injuries frequently reach seven figures. We document every category and pursue the maximum.

What if I was hit by an uninsured driver in Santa Monica?

You may still recover through your own uninsured/underinsured-motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, which pays when the at-fault driver has no insurance or too little. We review every policy that could apply, including coverage you may not realize you have.

How long do I have to file a car accident claim in California?

Generally two years from the date of the accident. Claims involving a government vehicle or a road hazard must be filed within six months. Evidence disappears quickly, so don't wait — the consultation is free.

Need a Car Accidents Lawyer in Santa Monica?

Free consultation. No fees unless we win your case.

Call (818) 525-1700