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Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney​

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Located in Los Angeles, but serving injured individuals across California, Arizona, and Texas.

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Car Accidents
Slip and Falls
Brain Injuries
Wrongful Death
Bicycle Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents

A Real Attorney. On Your Case

When an accident upends your life, the path forward can feel overwhelming. Medical bills pile up, insurance companies push back, and your recovery seems impossible while juggling legal complications. But you don’t have to go through this process alone. At Coastline Law Firm, Attorney Matthew Manavi handles every avenue of your personal injury claim so you can focus entirely on healing.

Whether you’ve suffered injuries in a car accident, motorcycle collision, or any incident caused by someone else’s negligence, our team fights to secure the compensation you deserve. We serve clients throughout Los Angeles and Southern California with personalized attention and direct attorney access from your first consultation through final settlement.

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Our Benefits

Free
Legal Consultation

Experienced
Advocacy

Vast
Resources

No Fees If
We Don't Win

Proven Track
Record

Confidential
Representation

Our Step-by-Step Process for Helping You

Personal injury cases follow a clear path, and understanding each phase helps you know what to expect. At Coastline Law Firm, we guide you through every step while handling the legal complexities that arise. Our structured approach ensures nothing gets overlooked while you maintain control over major decisions affecting your recovery.

Throughout each phase, you maintain direct access to your attorney and receive regular updates so you’re never left wondering about your case’s status or next steps.

FREE CONSULTATION
Free Case Evaluation

Your case begins with a consultation where we review the details of your accident, assess the viability of your claim, and explain your legal options. This initial meeting costs nothing and creates no obligation. We listen to your story and concerns, answer your questions, and provide honest guidance about the best path forward for your situation.

Investigation and Evidence Collection

Once you choose to work with us, we begin building your case immediately. Our team gathers police reports, medical records, witness statements, and any available video footage. We consult with accident reconstruction experts when needed and document every aspect of your injuries and their impact on your life. This thorough investigation establishes the foundation for maximum compensation.

Demand and Negotiation

After compiling evidence, we calculate the complete value of your claim, including medical expenses, lost wages, future treatment needs, and pain and suffering. We then present a detailed demand to the insurance company and negotiate aggressively on your behalf. Most cases settle during this phase when insurers recognize the strength of our preparation and our readiness to proceed to trial if necessary.

Filing and Litigation

If negotiations don't yield fair compensation, we file a lawsuit and take your case to court. This involves depositions, discovery, and motion practice as we prepare for trial. Throughout this process, you maintain direct communication with your attorney rather than being passed to paralegals or assistants.

Settlement or Trial

The significant majority of personal injury cases settle before trial, often shortly before the trial date, when defendants fully grasp the evidence against them. However, we prepare every case as if it will go before a jury. This preparation ensures maximum settlement value and readiness to win at trial if required

Attorney Matthew Manavi, Los Angeles personal injury lawyer

Meet Our Trusted Personal Injury Lawyer

Attorney Matthew Manavi founded Coastline Law Firm with a simple mission: provide the personalized attention and aggressive representation that injury victims deserve without the assembly-line approach of larger firms. Since opening our doors, we’ve grown to a dedicated team of seven staff members who speak Spanish fluently, enabling us to serve English- and Spanish-speaking clients throughout Southern California. Our practice has successfully resolved hundreds of cases while keeping the personal touch that sets us apart from high-volume firms.

Matthew handles each case personally from initial consultation through resolution. When you call our office, you reach your attorney directly rather than being routed through multiple assistants. This hands-on approach builds trust and ensures clear communication throughout your case. You always know who is handling your claim and can reach them with any questions.

MEET ATTORNEY MANAVI

Our practice focuses entirely on personal injury law, giving us deep knowledge of California statutes, insurance company tactics, and effective case strategies. We’ve secured life-changing settlements for clients facing catastrophic injuries and provided compassionate guidance through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether your case involves complex liability issues or straightforward negligence, our team brings the same dedication and attention to detail.

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Credentials and professional memberships

Licensed in 3 states

Licensed in 3 states

CA, AZ, TX

State Bar of CA

State bar of CA

Active, #328974

Member, CAALACAALA

Member, CAALA

Consumer Attorneys Assn. of LA

Member, ABAABA

Member, ABA

American Bar Assn.

Types of Personal Injury Claims in Los Angeles, CA

California law provides legal recourse when another person’s negligence causes you harm. Coastline Law Firm handles the full spectrum of personal injury claims throughout Los Angeles and the surrounding areas. Our experience across various case types means we understand the unique challenges each accident category presents and how to develop winning strategies to maximize recovery.

Motor vehicle accidents

Car accidents remain the most common cause of personal injury claims in Los Angeles County. We represent victims of rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, highway accidents, and hit-and-run incidents. Our team also handles motorcycle accidents, which often result in severe injuries due to the lack of protective barriers between riders and the road.

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Vulnerable road user cases

Pedestrian and bicycle accidents require special attention because these victims typically suffer severe injuries. California law provides strong protections for pedestrians and cyclists, and we use these statutes to hold negligent drivers accountable for crosswalk accidents, sidewalk crashes, and bike lane collisions.

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Catastrophic injury claims

Some accidents cause life-altering harm that requires large-scale medical treatment and long-term care. We handle brain injury cases involving traumatic brain injuries that impact cognitive function, memory, and quality of life. These complex claims require detailed medical documentation and expert testimony to demonstrate the total extent of damages.

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Premises
liability

Property owners must uphold safe conditions for visitors and guests. Our slip-and-fall practice addresses injuries caused by wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, and inadequate maintenance. We hold negligent property owners responsible when their failures cause you harm.

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Wrongful
death

When negligence takes the life of someone you love, our wrongful death attorneys help surviving family members pursue justice and financial recovery. These cases compensate for funeral expenses, lost financial support, and the immeasurable loss of companionship.

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Regardless of how your injury occurred, our team has the knowledge and resources to evaluate your claim and pursue the full restitution you deserve under California law.

Hands-On Approach

We've seen how large firms treat clients as case numbers rather than people facing difficult circumstances. Our practice philosophy centers on building relationships and providing the guidance you need during one of life's most challenging periods. You receive our cell phone numbers, not a general office line, ensuring you can reach us when urgent questions arise.

Reasons Why
Our Clients Choose Us

Personal injury victims in Los Angeles face no shortage of attorney options. Yet, clients consistently choose Coastline Law Firm for specific reasons that set us apart from larger firms and competitors. Our approach prioritizes your needs above assembly-line processing and focuses on building lasting relationships rather than churning through high case volumes.

Personalized Attention

We maintain manageable caseloads that allow thorough attention to each client's unique circumstances. Your case doesn't get lost in a high-volume system or assigned to junior attorneys. Instead, you receive the focused representation your situation deserves with a lawyer who knows your name, understands your injuries, and fights specifically for your recovery.

Contingency Fee Structure

Financial concerns shouldn't prevent injury victims from accessing quality legal representation. We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case. This structure allows you to seek justice without upfront legal fees or ongoing hourly charges during your recovery.

Direct Attorney Access

Unlike large firms where paralegals handle most client contact, you work directly with Attorney Matthew Manavi from your first call through case resolution. This direct relationship builds trust and ensures you receive timely answers to your questions without frustrating delays or miscommunication.

Bilingual Services

Our entire staff speaks Spanish fluently, enabling clear communication with California's diverse communities. We provide consultations, case updates, and legal guidance in both English and Spanish, so language never becomes a barrier to understanding your rights or accessing our services.

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Serving Los Angeles & Surrounding Areas

Coastline Law Firm represents personal injury victims throughout Southern California with a focus on Los Angeles County and surrounding regions. Our office location in West Los Angeles provides convenient access for clients throughout the metro area while we extend our services to communities across Southern California. We understand the complex characteristics of each community we serve and how local factors impact personal injury claims in different areas.

We handle cases in Santa Monica, where pedestrian and bicycle accidents occur frequently along busy beach corridors and commercial districts. Our practice serves Santa Clarita, one of Los Angeles County’s fastest-growing communities, which is experiencing increasing traffic volumes and accident rates. We also represent clients in Downey, where our bilingual staff effectively serves the area’s substantial Hispanic population.

California law allows licensed attorneys to represent clients throughout the state, and we handle cases in communities across Southern California when circumstances require our services. Our team understands regional court systems, local traffic patterns, and area-specific factors that impact personal injury claims. Whether your accident occurred on Los Angeles freeways, in suburban neighborhoods, in Ventura or Oxnard, across San Bernardino, we provide the same dedicated representation to every client regardless of location.

Our Benefits

$1,250,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Brain Injury (Auto Accident)

$1,000,000
Policy Limit Settlement

Rear-End Accident

$375,000

Staircase Fall

$300,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Bicycle Accident (0% liability)

$250,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Head-On Collision

$250,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Minimal Medical Treatment

$250,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Auto vs. Pedestrian

$250,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Rear-End Accident

$200,000

Liability Dispute Auto Accident

$100,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Settled Within 2 Months

$100,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Motorcycle Accident (Minimal Impact)

$100,000

Policy Limit Settlement

Initial Offer $5,000

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What Our Clients Say

James.D
Working with the Coastline Law Firm was a seamless experience from start to finish. They were able to provide me with timely and effective legal advice, and I felt confident throughout the entire process knowing that I had their expertise to rely on. They truly went above and beyond to ensure the best outcome for my legal issues."
Nick.N
I cannot recommend Coastline Law Firm enough. They were not only knowledgeable and skilled in their craft, but also approachable and easy to talk to. They took the time to understand my concerns and provided me with personalized legal solutions that exceeded my expectations. I am extremely grateful to have had them on my side.
David.P
If you need a law firm that will fight for your rights and deliver results, look no further. Coastline Law Firm were tenacious in their representation, and made sure that my voice was heard in court. They took a complex legal issue and broke it down into terms that I could understand, and I am grateful for their commitment to my case.

Contact a Top-Rated Personal Injury Attorney

If you’ve sustained injuries in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, time matters. California’s statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, but waiting can compromise your case as evidence disappears and witnesses’ memories fade. Early attorney involvement protects your rights, strengthens your claim, and gives you the peace of mind that comes with having an experienced advocate on your side.

Insurance companies begin building their defense immediately after accidents occur. Their adjusters contact victims quickly, often hoping to secure recorded statements or low settlement offers before you understand your rights. Having an attorney levels this playing field and ensures you don’t make statements or accept offers that undermine your recovery. Don’t face this process alone. Contact our office today to schedule your free consultation and learn how we can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

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Personal Injury Frequently Asked Questions

These commonly asked questions address key concerns injury victims face when considering legal representation. The answers provide general guidance, but every case involves unique circumstances that require a personalized evaluation.

Insurance companies hire teams of adjusters and lawyers whose job is to minimize what they pay you, using tactics like requesting recorded statements to catch inconsistencies, offering quick, low settlements before you understand your injuries’ full extent, and disputing liability or causation. An attorney levels this playing field by calculating your claim’s actual value, including medical bills, future treatment needs, lost wages, earning capacity, and pain and suffering, while handling all communication with insurers to protect you from their tactics. Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case, which removes financial barriers to quality representation.

California law allows recovery of economic damages for measurable losses, including medical expenses (emergency treatment, hospital stays, surgery, rehabilitation, medications, equipment, and future care), lost wages, lost earning capacity, and property damage. Non-economic damages address intangible harm, including pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of activities, and disfigurement or scarring. Punitive damages apply in rare cases involving especially reckless conduct, punishing wrongdoers while increasing your recovery, though California law sets specific standards and caps for these damages.

California gives you two years from the accident date to file most personal injury lawsuits, with the clock starting when your injury occurred rather than when you discovered its full extent. Claims against government entities have much shorter deadlines: administrative claims must be filed within six months, and lawsuits must be filed within six months of rejection. Wrongful death claims begin the two-year deadline on the date of death, while discovery rule exceptions apply when you couldn’t reasonably have known about your injury immediately. Early attorney involvement preserves evidence and strengthens your claim before witnesses become unavailable and memories fade.

Los Angeles personal injury victims can recover medical expenses for all necessary treatment, including emergency care, surgery, therapy, medications, equipment, and future medical costs, plus lost income for wages you couldn’t earn and loss of earning capacity when permanent injuries reduce your future earnings. Pain and suffering damages make up for physical discomfort and reduced quality of life, based on factors such as injury severity, treatment duration, permanence of limitations, and impact on daily activities. Property damage covers vehicle repairs or replacement plus damaged personal items, and our attorneys calculate comprehensive compensation by reviewing medical records, consulting experts, and assessing all ways your injuries affected you.