Personal injury trial attorney serving Los Angeles. Injured?
Al fights back.
You do not need to know if you have a case. That is what the free review is for, even if you were partly at fault. Some deadlines run much shorter than two years.
Free case review
Free · 30 secondsWhat happened?
- $100M+ recovered for injured people
- Licensed in California since 2009
Every result depended on the facts of that case, and results will differ with different facts.
No fee and no costs unless there is a recovery.
Trial attorney at Sweet James Accident Attorneys
State Bar of California No. 263855
What my clients say
Alaa was honest, professional, and dependable. I appreciated his straightforward advice and the care he put into handling my case.
Doug J. Alaa knew the details of my case and explained the legal issues in a way I could understand. His preparation gave me confidence.
Joanne T. I wanted an attorney who would take my case seriously and advocate for me. Alaa did both while keeping me involved throughout the process.
Gerard L. Alaa earned my trust by listening carefully, communicating consistently, and being thoroughly prepared. I felt comfortable having him represent me.
Juan B. What stood out most was the personal attention. I never felt like just another case, and my concerns were always taken seriously.
Macario T.
What I've recovered before
- $10.1MMid-trialSpine and groin injuries
- $8MSettlementBrain injury and multiple orthopedic injuries
- $7MVerdictWrongful death, motorcycle v. city vehicle
- $7MMid-trialSpinal injuries, auto v. police cruiser
- $7MSettlementMultiple fractures, spine and lower extremity injuries
- $6MSettlementSpinal injuries
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each result depended on the facts of that case, and results will differ with different facts. Amounts are gross recoveries before fees, costs, and liens.
What it costs
No attorney fees or costs up front.
The fee comes out of the money recovered for you.
No recovery, no fees, and no costs.
Attorney fees and case costs both. Two exceptions, noted below.
A percentage, set in writing.
The rate and how case costs work are explained before you sign.
The exceptions: if a lawsuit is filed and ends with no recovery, a court can order you to pay some of the other side's court costs, and if a doctor treated you on a lien, you may still owe that doctor.
How this works
Tell my office what happened.
A few quick questions, or a call.
Sign a fee agreement, if we both go forward.
In writing, with a signed copy for you.
The claim, and a lawsuit if it's needed.
Insurers generally get 40 days after receiving proof of a claim to accept or deny it.
Questions people ask first
Do I have a case?
Generally, three things matter: someone else was careless, you were harmed, and their carelessness played a real part in causing your harm. Being partly at fault does not by itself bar a claim in California. Any amount recovered is reduced by your share of the fault. Whether your facts fit is what a case review is for.
Do I need a serious injury to call?
No. You don't need a catastrophic injury to talk to a lawyer. Physical pain is one kind of harm California law recognizes. Whether your injury supports a claim depends on the facts. In car crash cases, drivers or owners who were uninsured, and drivers convicted of DUI, generally cannot recover for pain and suffering.
Will I have to go to court?
Maybe not, but no one can promise that. In 2024–25, fewer than 2 in 100 California personal injury, property damage, and wrongful death lawsuits seeking more than $35,000 ended after a trial. In Los Angeles County it was fewer than 1 in 100. Cases that ended before trial include dismissals, not only settlements. Some cases do go to trial. If a lawsuit is filed, the court may also require you to attend a settlement conference. The figures are from the Judicial Council of California.
How long does it take?
It depends. Timing turns on things like how fast the insurance company responds, whether the case settles, and whether a lawsuit is filed. California rules generally give an insurance company 40 days after it receives proof of a claim to accept or deny it, and it can take longer if it explains why in writing. If a lawsuit is filed, the court's first check-in is usually 4 to 6 months later. In 2024–25, California courts closed about 65% of larger civil cases within 12 months of filing and 86% within 24 months. Those numbers include all kinds of civil cases, not only injury cases. The figures are from the Judicial Council of California.
How long do I have?
In California, injury lawsuits generally must be filed within 2 years of the injury. If a city, county, or state agency may be responsible, a written claim is generally due within 6 months. Some rules shorten or extend a deadline, so check your date with a lawyer.
General information about how injury claims usually work, not legal advice about your situation.
Injured?
Al fights back.
No fee and no costs unless there is a recovery.
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