Long Beach Personal Injury Lawyer
Hurt because someone else was careless? Focus on recovering while we handle the insurance companies.
Personal Injury
How We Help With Personal Injury
An injury can upend everything at once: medical appointments, missed work, a damaged car, and calls from insurance adjusters who want a recorded statement. It is easy to feel pressured into a quick settlement before you even know how serious your injuries are.
Remember that the other driver's insurance company works for its policyholder and its own bottom line, not for you. Attorney George L. Fernandez represents people injured through someone else's negligence in Long Beach and across Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. We investigate what happened, document your injuries and losses, deal with the insurers, and pursue the compensation the law allows — medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Your consultation is free, and we will give you an honest assessment of your claim. [CONFIRM FEE STRUCTURE]
What We Handle
Injury Cases We Handle
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Wrongful death
- Slip and fall
- Other injuries caused by negligence
Deadlines matter
California generally allows about two years from the date of an injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Claims against a city, county or other government agency usually require a written claim within six months. These are general rules with exceptions — talk to a lawyer promptly so you do not lose your rights.
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- Contact Our OfficeTell us what happened and get a free review of your injury claim.Learn more
Our Process
How We Handle Your Injury Claim
- 1
Free case review
We listen to what happened, review the basics and explain whether you may have a claim.
- 2
Evidence and medical documentation
We collect reports, photos, witness statements and medical records that show what you've been through.
- 3
Claim and negotiation
We present a demand to the insurance company and negotiate for a fair settlement.
- 4
Settlement or lawsuit
If the insurer will not be reasonable, we discuss filing a lawsuit before the deadline.
Why It Matters
Why Have a Lawyer Handle Your Claim?
Leveling the field
Insurers have adjusters and lawyers on their side. Having your own advocate helps balance that.
Full picture of your losses
We account for future treatment, lost earning capacity and non-economic harm — not just today's bills.
Less stress
We handle the calls, forms and negotiations so you can focus on getting better.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say on Google
“My husband and I are very thankful for all of the help that Mr. Fernandez gave us with representing my husband in a case where he was innocent. We live in GA but the case was in LA and Mr. Fernandez helped ease our mind that our case could very easily be handled. He was very professional, his team was always there to help guide us and answer our questions during the process of this very stressful time for us.”
Sarah SalazarGoogle review · “Attorney George Fernandez returned my phone call promptly and represented me in court on short notice. He did a 5-star stellar job on a complicated case. I will definitely retain him in the future. I'm very grateful to Attorney Fernandez for his expertise and willingness to represent me on such short notice, and with such a positive outcome.”
gina joeGoogle review · “Attorney George L Fernandez has helped I and my family tremendously with our eviction case. He is a very professional and great attorney it was a pleasure doing business with him. I would definitely recommend attorney George Fernandez to anyone in need.”
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Reviews reflect individual experiences; prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
FAQ
Personal Injury Questions
What should I do after an accident?
Get medical care, call the police if anyone is hurt, exchange information, and take photos of the scene, vehicles and injuries. Get names of witnesses. Notify your own insurer, but be careful about giving recorded statements to the other driver's insurer before talking to a lawyer.
How long do I have to file?
In California, the deadline to file most personal injury lawsuits is generally two years from the date of injury. Claims against government entities usually require a formal claim within six months. Exceptions exist, so get advice early.
How much is my case worth?
It depends on the facts — the severity of your injuries, your medical costs, lost income, how the injury affects your daily life, and who was at fault. Anyone who quotes a number before reviewing your records is guessing. We will give you an honest assessment after we learn the details.
Should I talk to the insurance adjuster?
You should report the accident to your own insurer. Be cautious with the other driver's adjuster: you are generally not required to give them a recorded statement, and what you say can be used to minimize your claim. It is wise to speak with a lawyer first.
What if I was partly at fault?
California follows a 'pure comparative fault' rule. You can still recover damages even if you were partly at fault, but your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
What does it cost to hire you?
Your first consultation is free. We will explain our fee arrangement clearly, in writing, before you decide to hire us. [CONFIRM FEE STRUCTURE]
Talk to a Lawyer About Your Situation
Your first consultation is free. Call or book online and we will review your options with you in plain English — en español también.
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