Northridge Personal Injury Lawyer

If you were injured in Northridge, including near CSUN or Northridge Fashion Center, you may be able to recover compensation from the at-fault driver or property owner. California generally allows two years to file an injury lawsuit, and six months for a government claim if a city bus, public road defect or government vehicle was involved.

LA Injury Attorneys represents people injured across the San Fernando Valley from our office in Burbank. Founder Alex Sarajian worked as a Farmers Insurance claims adjuster before opening the firm in 2007, and we handle every case on a contingency fee: no fee unless we win.

Northridge Streets and Freeways With Frequent Crashes

Northridge is laid out on wide, fast Valley grids, which means higher speeds at intersections and more serious T-bone and pedestrian injuries. Corridors to know:

Reseda Boulevard and Nordhoff Street around California State University, Northridge, with heavy student foot, bike and scooter traffic.
Tampa Avenue, Roscoe Boulevard and Devonshire Street, broad arterials where red-light running and speeding cause broadside crashes.
Balboa Boulevard and the SR-118 Ronald Reagan Freeway, with fast merges and commuter congestion.
The I-405 on the east edge of the community, one of the busiest freeways in the country.

If you were struck on a bicycle or scooter near campus, see bicycle accident claims and e-bike and scooter accidents.

Police and Accident Reports in Northridge

Northridge is served by two LAPD stations: the Devonshire Community Police Station covers north Northridge, and the West Valley Community Police Station in Reseda covers the southern part. The CHP handles crashes on the 118 and 405. On campus, CSUN has its own police department. Knowing which agency wrote the report saves time when requesting it.

Where a Northridge Injury Case Is Filed

Under Los Angeles Superior Court Local Rule 2.3, an unlimited injury lawsuit may be filed in the court district where the crash happened or downtown at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse. For much of the northwest Valley, that local court is the Chatsworth Courthouse on Penfield Avenue. We confirm the correct venue for each case before filing.

Trauma Care Near Northridge

Northridge Hospital Medical Center on Roscoe Boulevard is a Level II trauma center and often receives the most seriously injured crash victims in the area. Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Mission Hills is another Level II trauma center nearby. Keep your ambulance bill, ER records and follow-up appointments. They are the core evidence in an injury claim.

Injury Cases We Handle in Northridge

We represent people hurt in Northridge in a wide range of injury claims, including:

See all of our practice areas, or read about how we handle car accident claims in Los Angeles.

Why Northridge Clients Choose LA Injury Attorneys

Hiring a lawyer after a Northridge accident should not add to your stress. We offer a free case review, explain your options in plain language and, if we take your case, work on contingency, meaning our fee comes only from the money we recover.

Our founder, Alex Sarajian, worked as an insurance claims adjuster for Farmers before opening LA Injury Attorneys in 2007. That inside view of how claims are valued shapes how we document injuries, answer liability disputes and negotiate settlements for clients across California.

Areas We Serve Near Northridge

We represent injured people anywhere in California, with a focus on Southern California. Nearby communities we serve include:

See the full list of coverage areas.

We also represent injured people in nearby Simi Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. I was hit by a car near CSUN. What should I do first?

Get medical care, get the driver's name, insurance and plate number, photograph the scene, and note any witnesses. If CSUN or LAPD officers respond, ask for the report number. Then speak with a lawyer before giving a recorded statement to the driver's insurer.

2. Which hospital is the trauma center for Northridge?

Northridge Hospital Medical Center on Roscoe Boulevard is a Level II trauma center. Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Mission Hills is also a Level II trauma center.

3. What if the driver who hit me had no insurance?

You may be able to claim under your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. That coverage can also protect you as a pedestrian or cyclist.

4. How long do I have to sue after a Northridge accident?

Usually two years from the date of injury under California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1. Claims against a public agency require a government claim within six months.

5. Do you charge for a consultation?

No. The case review is free and we work on contingency, so there are no upfront costs.