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Injured in a car accident? You don’t have to fight the insurance company alone.
A car crash can turn your life upside down in seconds. Suddenly you’re juggling pain, medical appointments, time off work, and phone calls from insurance adjusters who seem friendly—but are not on your side.
At Goharzad Law, we help injured people throughout Los Angeles and Orange County navigate the claims process, protect their rights, and pursue the full compensation they deserve.
Insurance adjusters may sound caring on the phone, but their job is to save money for the insurance company, not to do what’s best for you. That can show up as:
Quick, lowball settlement offers before you know the full extent of your injuries
Requests for broad medical authorizations to dig through your past
Suggesting you don’t “need” a lawyer
Minimizing your pain or time off work
Blaming you for the crash or trying to shift fault onto you
Golnoush Goharzad spent years on the defense side and working with insurance companies. Now she uses that insider knowledge to anticipate their tactics and fight back on behalf of injured people.
There’s also the issue of time limits. Every case has a deadline to file a claim, Miss that deadline, and you may lose your right to recover damages altogether. That’s why it’s critical to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible after an accident.
Damages in California car accident cases can include more than just medical bills. Victims may be entitled to:
Here’s the good news: you don’t have to go through it by yourself. At Goharzad Law, we listen to your story, explain your rights and take on the insurance companies so you can focus on healing.
When you work with Goharzad Law APC on your auto accident case, we handle the legal and insurance headaches so you can focus on healing. Our work typically includes:
Listening to your story and understanding how the crash has affected your life
Investigating the crash, obtaining police reports, 911 calls, photos, and witness statements
Coordinating with your medical providers and organizing your records and bills
Dealing directly with the insurance companies so you don’t have to
Calculating your damages, including medical expenses, lost wages/earning capacity, pain and suffering, and future care
Negotiating aggressively for a fair settlement
Filing a lawsuit and litigating if the insurance company refuses to be reasonable
We represent injured clients on a contingency fee basis – that means you pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover money for you.
At Goharzad Law, we don’t just know these laws, we use them strategically. Because Golnoush Goharzad spent years working on the insurance side, she understands the exact arguments they’ll make to deny or reduce your claim. That insider knowledge gives our clients a major advantage when it comes to negotiating fair settlements or going to trial.
After a car accident, a lawyer who truly understands Southern California traffic, courts, and insurance culture is crucial. An attorney based here knows how California’s unique legal procedures actually play out in practice—not just on paper.
At Goharzad Law APC, we represent clients injured in crashes in Irvine, Orange County, Los Angeles, and throughout California. That local, boots-on-the-ground experience makes a real difference in your case.
Familiar with Local Courts and Judges
Every courthouse—from Orange County and Los Angeles County to surrounding Southern California venues—has its own pace, unwritten rules, and preferences. A local California car accident lawyer knows the judges, clerks, and even many defense firms, which helps your case move more smoothly and strategically.
Deep Understanding of California Law
From California’s comparative negligence rules to the two-year statute of limitations on most personal injury claims, you need an attorney who lives and breathes California law.
Because we focus on representing injured people here in California, we know how to:
Use state law to your advantage
Avoid procedural traps and deadlines
Present your case in a way local judges and juries understand
Access to Local Experts and Resources
Strong cases are built on strong evidence. As a trusted car accident law firm serving Los Angeles and Orange County, we work with a network of respected local professionals, including:
Medical specialists
Accident reconstruction experts
Biomechanical and engineering experts
Investigators familiar with local roadways and intersections
These professionals help us build credible, detailed evidence tailored to the expectations of insurers, judges, and juries across Los Angeles and Orange County, strengthening our clients’ claims and maximizing their chances of a successful outcome.
At Goharzad Law, we’ve built our reputation one client at a time by delivering real results for real people in our community. While our office is based in Irvine, we regularly handle auto accident cases in:
Orange County
Los Angeles County
Riverside and San Bernardino (Inland Empire)
San Diego and other parts of California
Established Reputation with Insurance Companies
Insurance adjusters know which firms in Orange County and Los Angeles will settle quickly and which ones will take them to court.
Golnoush Goharzad brings over 17 years of experience in California courts and a background as a former insurance defense lawyer. She uses that insider knowledge to anticipate insurance company tactics and push back with strategy and precision. The insurance companies know her – and they know she fights for you.
When you work with us, you’re not just another file on a desk—you’re a person whose recovery, future, and peace of mind genuinely matter.
Every automobile accident case is unique, but some of the most common cases we handle include:
You talk. We listen. In your free consultation, we learn exactly what happened and what you need.
We gather facts, photos, statements and reports, so nothing slips through.
Settlement or trial, we push for maximum compensation.
You don’t have to speak to them, we do. And we know all their tricks.
I’m very thankful to Ms. Golnoush Goharzad for all her help with my case. After my car accident, I didn’t know what to do or what to expect. She was so patient and always took the time to explain everything clearly. I really felt like she cared and was fighting for me the whole way. Thanks to her, I got a settlement that helped me a lot. I’m so happy I had her as my lawyer and I truly recommend her to anyone going through something similar.
Ms. Golnoush Goharzad was an incredible advocate for my wife after her car accident. From the beginning, she was professional, compassionate, and completely dedicated to the case. She kept us informed every step of the way and always made time to answer our questions. It was clear she genuinely cared and wanted the best outcome for my wife — and she delivered. We couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer. Highly recommended.
Understanding your legal rights shouldn’t be confusing. Here’s what clients like you ask us most—answered simply and directly.
If the insurance company has already made you an offer, you should speak with an attorney before accepting it.
Insurance companies often make early settlement offers to close cases quickly — usually for far less than the full value of your claim. Once you accept their offer, you typically waive your right to pursue additional compensation, even if your injuries turn out to be more serious later.
An experienced attorney can review the offer, evaluate your medical records and damages, and negotiate for a fair settlement that truly reflects your losses — including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
