Anaheim Personal Injury Lawyer
Anaheim is Orange County’s largest city by population, home to the Disneyland Resort, the Anaheim Convention Center, Angel Stadium and the Honda Center. Millions of visitors, event crowds and daily commuters share its roads. When a crash or fall leaves you hurt, an Anaheim personal injury lawyer can deal with the insurers so you can focus on recovery.
Tafreshi Law Group serves Anaheim from our Fountain Valley office at 18837 Brookhurst Street. Brookhurst runs north from our office straight into west Anaheim.
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Where Anaheim Crashes Happen
Anaheim stretches from the flatlands near the I-5 all the way east into Anaheim Hills, so the risks change across town:
- I-5, SR-91, SR-57 and SR-22. The Santa Ana Freeway runs past the resort district, the Riverside Freeway (SR-91) crosses the north side of the city, and the Orange Freeway (SR-57) passes the stadium and Honda Center. Heavy commuter traffic and event traffic lead to sudden stops and rear-end crashes.
- The resort and stadium districts. Harbor Boulevard, Katella Avenue, Ball Road and Disney Way fill with visitors who may be unfamiliar with the area, along with shuttle buses, rideshare drivers and people crossing on foot.
- West and central Anaheim. Beach Boulevard, Brookhurst Street, Euclid Street, Lincoln Avenue, La Palma Avenue and State College Boulevard carry neighborhood and commercial traffic.
- Anaheim Hills. The SR-91 corridor toward Riverside County and winding hillside roads bring higher speeds and curves.
What state data shows
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), which ranks cities against others of similar size (1 is the worst), 2,135 people were killed or injured in Anaheim crashes in 2023, ranking the city 5th of 15 large California cities. Impaired driving stands out: Anaheim ranked 4th of 15 for alcohol-involved victims (225), 2nd of 15 for victims in crashes with drinking drivers under 21, and 4th of 15 for nighttime crashes between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m. (263). It also ranked 4th of 15 for speed-related crashes (306).
If a drunk or impaired driver hit you, read about drunk driver claims in California.
Your Accident Doesn’t Have to Be Major to Matter
You don’t need a totaled car or a hospital stay to have a valid claim. A fender-bender in a theme-park parking structure or a sideswipe on Katella can still cause whiplash, missed shifts and medical bills. No case is too small for us to review. A free consultation tells you where you stand before an insurance adjuster offers you less than you need.
Cases We Handle for Anaheim Residents and Visitors
- Car accidents, including freeway and intersection crashes. See our Orange County car accident lawyer page.
- DUI and impaired-driver crashes, especially late at night.
- Pedestrian accidents in the resort district and near transit. See our pedestrian accident page.
- Uber, Lyft and shuttle crashes. See our rideshare accident page.
- Motorcycle accidents on the 91 and in the hills. See our motorcycle accident page.
- Slip-and-fall injuries at hotels, restaurants and stores. See premises liability in Orange County.
Visiting Anaheim and Got Hurt?
Many people injured in Anaheim don’t live here. If you were hurt during a vacation or event, you can still bring a claim in California, and much of the process can be handled by phone and email after you go home. Write down the hotel, venue or location, keep your receipts, and get medical care before you travel if you can.
Reports, Courts and Deadlines
Police reports. The Anaheim Police Department generally investigates crashes on city streets. Freeway crashes are usually handled by the California Highway Patrol.
Court. Injury lawsuits from Anaheim are generally heard by Orange County Superior Court at the Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana. Most cases settle, but we prepare every claim as if it could go to trial.
Deadlines. You generally have two years to file an injury lawsuit in California. Claims against a public agency, such as a city or transit operator, usually must be filed within six months. See the California statute of limitations for car accidents.
People, Not Just Cases
Attorney Suzy Tafreshi leads our firm, backed by a team with over 14 years of combined experience. We take the time to learn how the injury has affected your work, family and daily life, not just the medical codes. Our staff speaks Spanish (visit our Spanish page), and Suzy speaks Farsi.
Frequently Asked Questions
How close is your office to Anaheim?
Our Fountain Valley office is at 18837 Brookhurst Street, Suite 207. Brookhurst Street runs directly north into Anaheim. We also have offices in Lake Forest and Riverside.
I was hurt at a hotel or attraction in Anaheim. Do I have a case?
Possibly. Property owners must keep their premises reasonably safe. Whether you have a claim depends on what caused the fall or injury. Report it, take photos and call us for a free review.
What if the driver who hit me was drunk?
You may be able to recover damages from the driver’s insurance, and a criminal DUI case doesn’t stop your civil claim. Call us to discuss your options.
Can I hire you if I live out of state?
Yes, if your injury happened in California. We can handle much of the case remotely.
How much does it cost?
The consultation is free. We handle injury cases on a contingency fee basis, so you pay no attorney’s fee unless we recover money for you.
Call an Anaheim Personal Injury Lawyer
We’re available 24/7. Hablamos español.
- Fountain Valley office: 18837 Brookhurst St, Ste 207, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
- Lake Forest office: 22600 Lambert St, Ste 1501, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- Riverside office: 4121 Brockton Ave, Ste 101, Riverside, CA 92501
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.
