Shervin Behnam

Shervin Behnam is a dedicated litigation attorney committed to championing the rights of individuals who have faced injustice or injury. Mr. Behnam focuses on personal injury law, such as car, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents, as well as Lemon Law cases concerning defective and unsafe vehicles. Mr. Behnam is your ally in navigating complex legal challenges. With a focus on delivering strategic solutions to even the most challenging legal issues, Mr. Behnam values open communication and tailors his approach to provide personalized attention to each client. Whether it's a minor car accident or a case involving catastrophic injury, he offers steadfast advocacy, leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of justice. Providing free initial consultations, Mr. Behnam collaborates closely with clients to determine the optimal course of action for their specific case. When you choose Mr. Behnam, you're choosing a legal advocate who goes above and beyond to safeguard your rights and interests.

Pre-Existing Injury After a California Car Accident: Can You Still Recover Compensation?

You had back pain before the crash. Maybe you had an old knee injury, a prior neck problem, arthritis, or a degenerative disc condition that was mostly under control. Then a California car accident made the pain worse, changed your daily life, or forced you back into treatment. Now the insurance adjuster says your claim […]

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Injured woman reviewing medical images with a legal professional beside a damaged car after a California accident.

Can the Insurance Company Blame You for Not Wearing a Seat Belt in California?

After a California car accident, one of the first questions an insurance adjuster may ask is whether you were wearing a seat belt. If you were not buckled, you may worry that the insurance company can deny your claim completely. The answer is more nuanced. An insurer can try to blame you for not wearing

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Injured driver speaking with a legal professional beside a damaged car with an open door and visible seat belt after a California crash.

T-Bone Accident in California: Who Is at Fault at an Intersection?

A T-bone accident in California can change everything in seconds. One driver runs a red light, turns left too soon, rolls through a stop sign, or misjudges the speed of oncoming traffic, and the side of your car takes the full impact. Because side-impact crashes often happen at intersections, the biggest question is usually simple:

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Two damaged cars after a T-bone accident at a California intersection with drivers documenting the crash scene.

Parking Lot Accident in California: Who Is at Fault and Who Pays?

A parking lot accident in California may look minor at first, but the fault and payment questions can become frustrating fast. One driver may say they had the right of way. The other may claim both cars were moving. The insurance company may call it a “private property accident” and try to reduce the payout

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Two drivers documenting a parking lot accident beside damaged vehicles in a California shopping center lot.

Lane Splitting Motorcycle Accident in California: Who Is at Fault?

A lane splitting accident in California can quickly become a fight over blame. The driver may say the motorcycle came out of nowhere. The insurance company may argue the rider was moving too fast. The injured motorcyclist may know the driver changed lanes, drifted, opened a door, or failed to check a mirror. So, who

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Motorcyclist kneeling beside a fallen motorcycle after a lane splitting accident in California traffic.

Delivery Driver Accident in California: Who Pays If an Amazon, UPS, FedEx, or Food Delivery Driver Hits You?

A delivery driver accident in California can leave you with more questions than a regular car crash. Was the driver working? Was the vehicle owned by Amazon, UPS, FedEx, DoorDash, Uber Eats, or another company? Does the driver’s personal insurance pay, or does a commercial policy apply? Most importantly, who is responsible for your medical

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Injured woman standing beside a damaged car after a collision with a delivery van in California.

Car Accident Without Insurance in California: Can You Recover?

A car accident without insurance in California can feel terrifying, especially if the crash was not your fault. Many injured drivers assume they automatically lose the right to compensation because they did not have active insurance at the time of the accident. That is not always true. California law can limit an uninsured driver’s claim,

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Concerned California driver sitting in a car after a minor accident with an expired auto insurance card on the dashboard.