Moreno Valley Personal Injury Lawyer
Moreno Valley is one of the largest cities in the Inland Empire, with more than 200,000 residents and a growing number of warehouses and distribution centers. That means long commutes on the 60, heavy truck traffic and busy neighborhood streets. If you were hurt in a crash or accident here, a Moreno Valley personal injury lawyer can help you deal with insurers and protect your claim.
Our Riverside office at 4121 Brockton Avenue is just west of Moreno Valley via the 60 freeway, so help is close by.
Call (951) 583-1900 — available 24/7
Roads Where Moreno Valley Crashes Happen
- SR-60 (Moreno Valley Freeway). The 60 runs east-west through the city and connects to the I-215 at the Riverside–Moreno Valley line. Commuters heading to Riverside, Orange County and Los Angeles share lanes with big rigs, and the 60/215 interchange is a common spot for congestion and lane-change crashes.
- I-215. The freeway runs along the city’s western edge past March Air Reserve Base toward Perris.
- Perris Boulevard, Heacock Street, Frederick Street, Day Street and Moreno Beach Drive. These north-south streets carry traffic between neighborhoods, schools and shopping centers such as the Moreno Valley Mall area.
- Alessandro Boulevard, Cactus Avenue, Sunnymead Boulevard and Ironwood Avenue. These east-west streets are wide and fast, with long stretches between signals that can encourage speeding.
- Truck routes. Warehouses and logistics centers bring tractor-trailers onto city streets and the 60 at all hours.
What state data shows
The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) ranks cities against others of similar size (1 is the worst). In 2023, OTS counted 1,024 people killed or injured in Moreno Valley crashes, ranking the city 28th of 62. It ranked 11th of 62 for victims of crashes involving drinking drivers age 21 to 34 (77), and recorded 145 speed-related crashes and 78 hit-and-run crashes.
Your Accident Doesn’t Have to Be Major to Matter
You don’t need a dramatic freeway pileup to have a real claim. A rear-end crash in a Perris Boulevard drive-thru line or a parking-lot collision can still cause neck and back pain, missed work and medical bills. No case is too small for us to review. A free consultation gives you answers before you talk to the other driver’s insurance company.
Cases We Handle in Moreno Valley
- Car accidents on the 60, the 215 and city streets. See our car accident lawyer in Riverside page and our Orange County car accident lawyer page for commuters.
- Truck accidents involving tractor-trailers and delivery vans. See our truck crash lawyer page and read why truck accidents are more dangerous than car accidents.
- Drunk-driving and hit-and-run crashes. Read about drunk driver claims in California.
- Motorcycle accidents. See our motorcycle accident page and motorcycle helmet laws in Riverside.
- Pedestrian accidents. See our pedestrian accident page.
- Dog bites. Read what to do after a dog bite in Riverside County.
Reports, Courts and Deadlines in Riverside County
Police reports. The City of Moreno Valley contracts with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department for police services, so deputies generally investigate crashes on city streets. Crashes on the 60 and 215 are usually handled by the California Highway Patrol.
Court. Moreno Valley cases go to Riverside County Superior Court, not Orange County. Under the court’s filing order effective August 1, 2026, unlimited civil cases (over $35,000) from Moreno Valley ZIP codes are filed at the Riverside Historic Courthouse, 4050 Main Street, Riverside, and limited civil cases ($35,000 or less) are filed at the Moreno Valley Courthouse, 13800 Heacock Street.
Deadlines. Most California injury lawsuits must be filed within two years. Claims against a public agency usually must be filed within six months. See the statute of limitations for car accidents in California.
After a Crash in Moreno Valley
- Call 911 and get checked by a doctor.
- If a commercial truck is involved, photograph the company name, truck number and plates.
- Take photos of the scene, damage and injuries, and get witness contacts.
- Don’t give a recorded statement to a trucking company or insurer before getting advice.
- Call a Moreno Valley personal injury lawyer for a free consultation.
People, Not Just Cases
Attorney Suzy Tafreshi leads our firm, supported by a team with over 14 years of combined experience. Inland Empire families deserve a team that answers the phone and explains things clearly. Our staff speaks Spanish (visit our Spanish page), and Suzy speaks Farsi. We also serve nearby Riverside, Corona and the wider Inland Empire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is your office closest to Moreno Valley?
Our Riverside office is at 4121 Brockton Avenue, Suite 101, Riverside, CA 92501, west of Moreno Valley via the 60. Call (951) 583-1900.
Who investigates crashes in Moreno Valley?
Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies, under contract with the city, generally handle city streets. The CHP usually handles the 60 and the 215.
I was hit by a big rig. Is that different from a car crash?
Often, yes. Truck cases can involve the driver, the trucking company and other parties, each with its own insurer. Evidence like driver logs should be requested quickly.
Where would my case be filed?
In Riverside County Superior Court. Larger (unlimited) cases from Moreno Valley are filed at the Riverside Historic Courthouse; smaller (limited) cases at the Moreno Valley Courthouse.
Do you speak Spanish?
Yes. Our staff speaks Spanish, and attorney Suzy Tafreshi speaks Farsi. We’re available 24/7.
Call a Moreno Valley Personal Injury Lawyer
The consultation is free, and we’re available 24/7. Se habla español.
- Riverside office: 4121 Brockton Ave, Ste 101, Riverside, CA 92501
- Fountain Valley office: 18837 Brookhurst St, Ste 207, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
- Lake Forest office: 22600 Lambert St, Ste 1501, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Attorney Advertising. This page is for general information only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different, and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
