Millions Recovered For Our Clients — Glendale Personal Injury Attorneys

In California, most personal injury attorneys - including Prospect Law Group - work on a contingency fee basis. You pay no hourly fees or upfront retainer to hire us. Our attorney fee is a percentage of the settlement or judgment only if we recover compensation on your behalf. California law regulates contingency fees in personal injury cases; fees are commonly around one-third of the recovery before costs, and may increase if the case proceeds to trial or arbitration. Case costs - such as court filing fees, medical records, and expert witnesses - are often advanced by the firm and reimbursed from your recovery if we win. If we do not recover compensation, you generally owe no attorney fees. We explain all fee terms clearly in writing before you sign a retainer agreement.

Your health comes first: seek medical attention immediately, even if injuries seem minor. Some conditions worsen over time, and delayed treatment can weaken your claim. Call police when the accident involves a vehicle or significant injury so an official report is created. Exchange names, phone numbers, insurance information, and vehicle details with other parties, but do not argue about fault or apologize. Photograph vehicles, road conditions, signage, skid marks, and your injuries. Obtain contact information from witnesses. Preserve evidence - do not repair your vehicle until it has been documented. Notify your own insurance company promptly as required by your policy, but avoid giving a recorded statement to the at-fault party's insurer without legal advice. Do not sign settlement documents or releases. Contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible; early investigation strengthens your case.

California generally gives you two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Shorter deadlines may apply for claims against government entities, so act quickly. Within that window, timelines vary widely. Straightforward cases with clear liability and completed medical treatment may settle within several months after a demand is made. Cases involving surgery, disputed fault, permanent injuries, or multiple defendants often take 12 to 24 months or longer. Key factors include the severity of injuries, available insurance coverage, whether liability is contested, court schedules, and whether mediation or trial is necessary. We pursue efficient resolution but will not settle for less than fair value. Your attorney should keep you informed at each stage of the process.

Yes. While our main office is in Glendale, we represent injured clients throughout Southern California. California law allows your case to be filed in the county where the injury occurred or where defendants reside or do business. We meet clients at our Glendale office, by phone, or by video conference, and coordinate medical treatment and evidence collection wherever your accident happened.

Yes. We offer a free, no-obligation consultation for personal injury matters. During your consultation, we review how the accident occurred, discuss your injuries and treatment, explain your legal rights under California law, and outline potential next steps. There is no pressure to hire us. You may call 323-452-5222, email [email protected], or use our Connect Center online contact form. Bring or have available any police reports, photos, insurance correspondence, and medical records if possible. Virtual consultations are available if travel is difficult because of your injuries.