Beverly Hills Personal Injury Lawyer
Fighting For Injury Victims in California
From the luxury storefronts of Rodeo Drive to the heavy commuter traffic along Doheny Drive and Olympic Boulevard, the unique layout of our city presents constant risks. When negligence leads to injury—perhaps while visiting the Beverly Hills Civic Center or commuting past Beverly Hills High School—you need a legal partner who understands the local landscape and the nuances of California’s laws.
Our experienced Beverly Hills personal injury attorneys at Carpenter & Zuckerman fight against powerful insurance companies and wealthy corporations on behalf of injured individuals. Since 1995, we have secured over $2 billion in verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients.
Contact Carpenter & Zuckerman today for a FREE consultation, so our personal injury attorney in Beverly Hills can help you obtain fair compensation.
Dedicated Advocates, Always in your Corner A Team You Can Trust
Carpenter & Zuckerman is a leading personal injury law firm founded on the principle that justice for injured people takes precedence over corporate profits. CZ Law has the resources and legal expertise to fight powerful insurance carriers and corporations that do everything they can to limit their liability.
Cases We Handle
Personal injury law covers a wide spectrum of accidents. Our firm has the resources and expertise to take on complex cases involving:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: From fender-benders on Santa Monica Boulevard to high-speed collisions on the 405, we handle car, truck, and motorcycle accidents.
- Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents: Beverly Hills is a walkable city, but heavy traffic often puts pedestrians and cyclists at risk.
- Premises Liability (Slip and Fall): Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe premises. If you tripped on a cracked sidewalk or slipped on a spill in a retail shop, we can help.
- Product Liability: If a defective consumer product or medical device caused you harm, you may have a claim against the manufacturer or distributor.
- Catastrophic Injuries: We represent victims suffering from life-altering injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and severe burns.
- Wrongful Death: If you have lost a loved one due to someone else's negligence, we help families pursue justice and financial stability.
California Personal Injury Laws
California’s legal framework is designed to protect victims, but it is governed by strict rules that can impact your recovery.
Pure Comparative Negligence
California follows a "pure comparative negligence" system. This means that even if you were partially at fault for the accident, you can still recover damages. However, your total compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if a jury determines you were 20% responsible for a crash and your total damages are $100,000, you would receive $80,000.
Statute of Limitations
In California, the window to file a personal injury lawsuit is generally two years from the date of the injury. If you miss this deadline, you likely lose your right to sue forever. There are very few exceptions (such as claims against government entities, which often require notice within six months), so acting quickly is vital.
How to Prove Negligence
To prove negligence in a legal case, the plaintiff must establish four key elements:
- Duty of Care: The defendant was legally bound to act reasonably to prevent harm. For instance, drivers must obey traffic laws to keep others safe.
- Breach of Duty: The defendant failed to maintain their duty of care by acting negligently or recklessly. This could involve running a red light or failing to clean up a spill in a store.
- Causation: The plaintiff will need to prove that the defendant’s breach of duty directly caused their injuries. This includes:
- Actual Cause (Cause in Fact): The injury would not have transpired without the defendant’s actions.
- Proximate Cause: The damage was a foreseeable consequence of the defendant’s negligence.
- Damages: The plaintiff suffered actual harm, like physical injuries, emotional despair, lost wages, or medical costs, because of the defendant’s negligence.
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A Few Of Our Big Wins
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$131M Car Accident
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$74.53M Birth Injury
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$45M Drunk Driver
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$31.7M Brain Injury
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$29.25M Brain Injury
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$21.65M Motorcycle Accident
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$17M Brain Injury
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$16.4M Medical Malpractice
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$14.6M Commercial Vehicle
Contact Our Personal Injury Attorney in Beverly Hills Today
Our Beverly Hills personal injury lawyers are respected throughout the legal community for their extensive experience and personal dedication to delivering justice on behalf of injured individuals. Our knowledgeable team of Beverly Hills legal professionals at CZ Law is well-versed in handling all types of injury cases.
Call our Beverly Hills personal injury lawyers today at (310) 273-1230 for a FREE consultation! You will not pay any legal fees unless we win your case
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My car was rear ended, aggravating a bulging disc. Carpenter & Zuckerman set up all my doctor appointments and paid for everything up front. They were able to get me a settlement for both my injury case and property damage case. I am very happy with the way they handled my case.- Ben A.
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- Larry T.
Carpenter & Zuckerman team was very helpful and informative. Especially Edward Cherkezian and Disha Bhagwat. This was my first time doing any of this and they helped me through step by step. Would recommend!
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My attorneys Pej and Mario were absolutely amazing. They made everything easy for me handling everything very well. They set me up perfectly to help get me the best results I could ask for. Truly appreciate all their hard work!!- Neena Z.
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- Jon C.
It was a pleasure working with C&Z. Edward was extremely helpful in making me feel confident in their ability. Would highly recommend.
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Vlad had my case that was going on for 2 years, resolved in less that 2 months! They are always on top & update you every step of the way- Luna U.
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- C.H.
Very professional. Had an amazing experience after our vehicle accident. Referral so many people because of the good experience. You're in good hands! I wouldn't go anywhere else.