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Long Beach Personal Injury Attorneys

Contact Our Firm Whenever You Need Us

Long Beach personal injury attorneys Daniel McGee and Catherine Lerer are a husband-and-wife legal team. We (not an answering service!) pick up the phone 24/7 to answer your questions and guide you through this time of uncertainty and stress that follows a serious accident or injury. You benefit from our 40+ years of combined experience and our singular focus on representing accident victims—never insurance companies. Our firm focuses on cases involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful deaths, and we have a track record of multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements in these case types and more.

To learn more about how we can help you, please contact a Long Beach personal injury attorney from our firm by dialing (562) 270-0546. We offer our services in Spanish, too, for client convenience.

Known for Fast Settlements & Honesty

McGee Lerer Ogrin excels in securing swift resolutions for our clients in Long Beach. Leveraging our experience, resources, and comprehensive knowledge of the legal system, we can often streamline settlements to eliminate any unnecessary delays. Our team of former insurance adjusters helps make this happen by offering invaluable insights that accelerate settlement timelines.

Honesty and transparency are also important cornerstones of McGee Lerer Ogrin. We conduct impartial case reviews and establish realistic expectations from the outset. We use transparent communication regarding each case's challenges, available solutions, anticipated duration, and potential value, so our clients never feel misled.

Call a Long Beach Personal Injury Lawyer Now

Personal injury accidents can wreak havoc on every aspect of your personal and professional life and cause life-long consequences. There is no reason why you or anybody else should have to shoulder the financial losses involved with being injured due to someone else's negligence. Should you go with our firm, our promise to you is that we will do everything possible to pursue as large of a settlement as possible on your behalf, all while keeping you updated and informed as your case progresses.

For reliable and compassionate legal counsel after an accident, talk to our Long Beach personal injury attorneys. We offer free initial consultations, so call (562) 270-0546 now.

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    Why We're The Team For You

    • Four Convenient Locations
      We have 4 offices in Southern California - Los Angeles, Pasadena, Santa Monica & Long Beach
    • 24/7 Availability
      We can be available nights and weekends and come to you at the hospital or at home.
    • No Fees Unless We Win
      If we are unsuccessful in our efforts to recover your compensation, you owe nothing. Learn more here.
    • Individual Attention
      We take the time to understand all the unique factors of your case to achieve the best results.
    • Predominately Spanish-Speaking Team

      Our bilingual team ensures clear communication and understanding for our Spanish-speaking clients.

    • Aggressive Representation, Compassionate Care

      We fight relentlessly for your rights while treating you with the respect and care you deserve.

    Our Previous Clients Tell Their Stories

    Learn What It's Like to Work With Our Firm

      "It wasn't just their legal prowess that moved me; it was their humanity."
      I struggle to find the words to convey the profound gratitude I feel for McGee Lerer & Associates. Their unwavering support and exceptional legal expertise transformed a nightmare into a story of hope and triumph.
      - Anonymous
      "I couldn't have contacted anyone better - Thankful and Satisfied"
      I couldn't have contacted anyone better...McGee/Lerer and Associates were wonderful. Very helpful, patient and guided me through the entire process.
      - Susie Salgado
      "Gracias a Nick y Maria"
      Después de hablar con Catherine y su grupo de trabajo Maria y Nick. Eh podido realmente conseguir lo que mi aseguranza decía que no sería posible
      "They did a great and wonderful job at showing me how much they care and fight for you"
      They did a great and wonderful job at showing me how much they care and fight for you. I was taken care of with respect and sincerity.
      - Anonymous
      "Trusting the team of McGee Lerer Associates was the best decision I made."
      Trusting my gut & the team of McGee Lerer Associates was the best decision I made.
      - Grecia P.
      "I recommend this firm for personal injury cases."
      Her team was always available to answer any questions or concerns that I had. I recommend this firm for personal injury cases.
      - Bethany Jeffrey

    Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Long Beach

    Call our Long Beach personal injury attorneys if you need help with a case that involves:

    • Car accidents: Our firm represents car accident victims in all types of motor vehicle accidents including: speeding, rear-end collisions, drunk driving accidents, hit and run, illegal street racing, texting while driving, and many other types of accidents involving cars or trucks. If you have been injured in a car accident or an uninsured motorist accident, we can help.
    • Car accident injuries: Car accidents can cause a broad range of injuries from whiplash injuries, to head and face injuries, to broken bones, brain injuries, neck injuries, spinal cord injuries, back injuries, and wrongful death. If you have been injured in a car accident, then you should explore your rights to financial compensation for all of your economic and non-economic damages.
    • Uninsured motorist accidents: Southern California has a large percentage of uninsured motorists driving on our streets and freeways; the chances of being involved in an accident with an uninsured motorist are relatively high. As if contending with an insurance company wasn't already difficult, the process becomes far more complicated when you find out the at-fault driver was driving without insurance.
    • Rear-end collisions: A rear-end collision occurs when an automobile or a truck crashes into the automobile in front of it. Unfortunately, rear-end collisions are typically caused by driver inattention, driver distraction, or poor driving habits. These types of collisions can cause painful whiplash injuries, to more serious injuries including brain injuries, or wrongful death.
    • Speeding: According to the National Highway Safety Association, speed is involved in approximately one out of three fatal crashes, and it is the third leading contributing factor to traffic crashes. Unfortunately, speeding leads to more than 13,000 lives lost each year in the United States, costing $40 billion in economic losses.
    • Truck accidents: Truck accidents occur daily on Long Beach freeways such as the 710, 405, and 605. The 710, known as Long Beach Freeway is heavily used by trucking companies, as it connects the Port of Long Beach to the Port of Los Angeles, in addition to the rail yards in East Los Angeles and Vernon.
    • Motorcycle accidents: Motorcycles remain both highly efficient on fuel, and cost-effective modes of transportation, especially in this troubled economy. Unfortunately, motorcycle riders are at a heightened risk of injury due to their lack of protection. If liability is ever disputed, we have access to some of the finest motorcycle experts in California.
    • Pedestrian accidents: Tragically, a momentary lapse of judgment, or negligently texting while driving can destroy a pedestrian's life in an instant. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, or if you have lost a loved one in a wrongful death accident, we can help.
    • Bicycle accidents: Bicycle riding is an excellent addition to anybody's healthy lifestyle. The residents of Long Beach can enjoy the year-round good weather with bicycle rides up and down the beautiful coastline. Sadly, Long Beach leads the state in bicycle accidents involving riders aged 15 and under, according to the California Office of Traffic and Safety (OTS).
    • Slip-and-fall accidents: Slip-and-fall accidents can cause serious, life-threatening injuries, especially when falls involve heights. Such accidents can cause a broad range of injuries including broken bones, hip injuries, torn ligaments, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, neck injuries, and even wrongful death. These injuries can be extremely costly.
    • Swimming pool accidents: Swimming pool accidents are nearly always preventable to one degree or another, and swimming pools are especially dangerous for small children, or those who cannot swim well. When a large body of water is paired with a negligent property owner or an absent lifeguard, it can spell disaster.
    • Dog bites: Dogs can exert up to several hundred pounds of pressure in one bite depending on their breed. Even small dogs can cause puncture wounds and soft tissue damage. Dog bites can lead to infection, permanent scarring, and disfigurement. Dog owners are strictly liable for any injuries their dog causes to another human being, and they can be held financially liable as well. 
    • On-the-job injuries: Any workplace has the potential for injury; even seemingly safe occupations can cause injuries to the worker. The majority of workers are covered under their employer's workers' compensation insurance in the event they are injured. Employers are supposed to maintain safe working conditions, and they are expected to adhere to guidelines set forth by the OSHA.
    • Premises liability: When you are injured on the property of another person, or a commercial property, and your injuries are caused due to negligent safety practices of the property owner, then you may be entitled to compensation under the law. Such compensation would include medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
    • Product liability: When the consumer is harmed by a dangerous or defective product, then the manufacturer, distributors, retailers, or suppliers could be held legally accountable. It is their job to ensure that they provide a safe product to the general public, and when they fail to uphold that duty, they can be made legally and financially liable.
    • Police misconduct: Under the law, law enforcement is meant to be a benefit to society, offering protection for civilians. When police behave dangerously and recklessly, innocent civilians can be injured as a result of what is called police misconduct. There are times when these law enforcement officials cross boundaries and infringe upon our rights by means of excessive force and brutality.
    • Wrongful death: When a wrongful death occurs due to an accident, it is categorized as a wrongful death. Our attorneys have helped many families following an unexpected death in a family that resulted from a tragic accident.
    • Uninsured/underinsured motorist accidents: As seasoned personal injury attorneys, we have seen first-hand the devastating effects of car accidents. We cannot put enough emphasis on how important it is to carry uninsured motorist coverage and plenty of it. If you are injured in an accident and the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, then your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage would take effect.
    • Spinal cord injuries: A spinal cord injury is a life-altering event that can cause partial to complete paralysis below the injury site. Common causes of spinal cord injuries include car accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, on-the-job injuries, and acts of violence. Unlike back injuries, injuries to the spinal cord can permanently affect nearly all parts of your body.
    • Brain injuries: Traumatic brain injuries are typically caused by blunt force trauma to the head. A TBI can affect an isolated area of the brain, to a widespread area of the brain. Those who survive a brain injury may experience confusion, headaches, dizziness, seizures, depression, blurred vision, anxiety, and a host of other disturbances.
    • Burn injuries: Every year more than 2 million people are victims of a burn injury, and approximately 500,000 of those injured seek medical treatment. These burns can be caused by a variety of different sources including electrical devices, chemicals, curling irons, cooking accidents, industrial accidents, steam, and many others.

    Have Questions?

    View our FAQs to learn more about personal injury cases.

    • How Long Will It Take Until the Police Report Is Ready?

      Our attorneys have worked on all sorts of car accident claims for our clients throughout many years. We have since gained a strong familiarity with police departments in and around Los Angeles, so we know how long it usually takes each one to get a completed police report after responding to a crash.

      The average wait times for a police report based on the police department are:

      • Los Angeles Police Department: LAPD can take up to 45 days for a report. The wait time can increase to 12 months if there was a fatality.
      • California Highway Patrol: CHP often finishes reports in 5 to 7 days. We can also usually get the “face” or first page of the report just 1 day after the crash. The face page has contact and insurance information, but it doesn’t mention who is at fault.
      • Long Beach Police Department: LBPD will usually complete a police report in 10 days or less.
      • Pasadena Police Department: PPD takes 10 days or less to create a police report after an accident.
      • Santa Monica Police Department: SMPD can take up to 10 days to finalize a report.
    • What Do I Do About My Car If the Police Report Isn’t Ready Yet?

      You don’t need to wait for the police report to get your car back. However, having that report can be helpful if there are some insurance complications or questions of liability.

      Do you have collision coverage added to your auto insurance policy? If so, this is good news for you. Using collision coverage with your insurer, you can get your car repaired right away. The catch is that you will need to pay a deductible and that deductible could be reduced from the total loss payment by the insurer later. However, if your claim against the other driver is successful, then you might get that deductible back from their insurer anyway. Keep in mind that your insurance premium or renewal options should not be affected by using collision coverage, so don’t hesitate to use it if you have it.

      Not having collision coverage means you might not be able to get your car repaired right away, which will be a greater problem if it was taken to a tow yard. Vehicle impound companies charge a daily storage fee on top of collection, administration, towing, and other miscellaneous fees. Without collision coverage as part of your auto insurance policy, you might need to pay these fees yourself if you want your car back after the crash. Otherwise, you can leave your car in the lot, hope you win your claim, and make the other insurance company pay the impound lot for you. If you decide not to retrieve your car from the lot, then the towing company has the right to lien sell it to pay the unpaid impound fees.

    • Will the Police Report State Who Was At Fault for an Accident?

      We are always interested in reading a police report after a crash because the responding officer will usually indicate who was at fault for the crash based on what they saw and heard at the scene. LAPD officers sometimes mark the at-fault driver as Party 1 if they do not say liability estimations outright. However, when a “he-said/she-said” scene unfolds after a crash, the responding officer might not make a note of who they think is at fault. An eyewitness at the scene can clear things up, though, which is why it is so important to stop and give a statement if you ever see a crash happen near you.

    • What Do I Do About Medical Treatment If the Police Report Isn’t Ready Yet?

      You have a choice of options if your car is impounded and you don’t have the police report yet. But, when it comes to seeking medical treatment, you should always see a doctor as soon as possible after being in a crash. If you don’t seek medical attention right away, then you can be certain that the other insurance company is going to say you didn’t seek treatment because you didn’t need it. You know this is not true, but it will hurt your claim all the same.

      When you have your hands on the police report, talk to our attorneys about what to do next. If the driver who hit you has no insurance and you have uninsured motorist (UM) coverage, then we can help you with a claim filed with your insurance provider. Filing this claim and receiving benefits from it should not negatively impact your insurance premium or renewal if you aren’t liable for the accident.

      Without UM coverage and after being hit by an uninsured driver, your situation will be trickier, with or without a police report. Typically, people who break the law and drive without insurance do not have excess cash flow or significant assets. Trying to file a claim against them personally will usually be fruitless. Because there are very slim chances that an uninsured driver will be able to pay out-of-pocket for your damages, lawyers will usually not accept such a case.

      At McGee Lerer Ogrin, we believe in being honest with our clients no matter what. If we don’t think your case should be pursued, then we will let you know during a no-cost, no-obligation case evaluation. If you aren’t sure what to do next, then we ask you to call us at any time, 24/7. We would be happy to converse with you and help you decide the best path ahead. Even if you don’t want to hire us to represent you, we are glad to have the chance to help in some way all the same.
    • The Adjuster Seems Nice And Concerned About My Injuries – Should I Trust the Adjuster?

      Absolutely not. The insurance adjuster will try to lull you into believing that you don't need an attorney because he or she will take care of you. Don't be suckered. The adjuster's real goal is to save the insurance company money by delaying payment and giving you as little as possible.

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