Los Angeles Arm and Leg Injury Lawyer

Apart from the actual pain, severe arm and leg injuries can disrupt your ability to work, care for your family, and enjoy your daily life. If you or a loved one has suffered a severe fracture, crush injury, or amputation due to someone else’s negligence, you may wish to speak with a Los Angeles arm and leg injury lawyer who understands the long-term impact of your trauma.

At Jacoby and Meyers, we have more than 50 years of experience representing injured Californians.

Proven Legacy: Since founding the firm in 1972, we have handled personal injury matters for Californians.
Results-Driven: We have recovered over $2 billion for clients in verdicts and settlements. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Contingency Fee Basis: We operate on a contingency-fee basis, meaning attorney fees may depend on the outcome of the case.

Serious Representation for Serious Injuries

Managing the aftermath of a severe accident is overwhelming. You are likely facing surgeries, rehabilitation, and mounting medical bills while unable to earn an income. When these injuries occur because of a reckless driver, a negligent property owner, or a defective product, you may have the right to seek compensation.

Jacoby & Meyers is not a new firm learning the ropes. With 14 locations across California and a half-century of litigation experience, we handle severe personal injury cases with the resources required to take on major insurance carriers.

Request a free initial consultation to discuss your situation and legal options.

Can I Afford an Arm and Leg Injury Attorney?

A common concern for accident victims is the cost of legal representation. At a time when you may be losing wages, the idea of paying a lawyer by the hour may feel impossible.

At Jacoby & Meyers, we believe legal representation should be accessible regardless of financial situation. We work on a contingency fee basis.

No Upfront Costs: You do not pay a retainer fee to start your case.
We Invest in You: We cover the costs of investigation, filing fees, and expert witnesses.
Contingency Fee Structure: Our fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict recovered in your case. If there is no recovery, you do not pay attorney fees.

This contingency fee structure allows injured individuals to pursue their claims without taking on upfront financial costs, while their legal team focuses on building a strong case from the beginning.

What To Do After a Serious Limb Injury

Seek immediate medical attention: Go to an emergency room or urgent care immediately. Follow all treatment plans prescribed by your doctors.
Document everything: If you are physically able, take photos of the accident scene, your injuries, and any property damage.
Do not give recorded statements: Insurance adjusters may ask for a recorded statement. You are not legally required to provide one, and doing so can affect your claim. Politely decline and refer them to your attorney.
Preserve evidence: Keep the clothes you were wearing, save physical evidence, and do not repair your vehicle until it has been inspected.
Speak with a personal injury attorney: Contact a Los Angeles arm and leg injury lawyer before accepting any settlement offers.

Personal Injury Awards

Expert Legal Tip From Our Attorneys

One of the most common ways insurance companies challenge arm and leg injury claims is by focusing on “delayed treatment.” If you wait too long to seek medical care or postpone follow-up visits, the defense may argue that your injury is not as severe as claimed or that the incident did not cause it.

To help protect your claim, it is important to seek treatment promptly and follow your doctor’s rehabilitation plan without delay. This helps create a consistent medical record documenting the severity of your condition and your recovery timeline.

Common Causes of Arm and Leg Injuries in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is a large metropolitan area with heavy traffic and active construction zones. From Downtown LA and Hollywood to Santa Monica and Beverly Hills, millions of residents move through these environments daily. Negligence in these areas can lead to serious orthopedic injuries.

According to Dignity Health, arm injuries frequently result from:

Falls or direct impacts, leading to fractures or dislocations
Sports and recreational activities, which can cause sprains, tendon tears, or joint injuries
Repetitive motion or overuse, often resulting in tendonitis or bursitis
Workplace or daily activities, such as heavy lifting or awkward movements that strain muscles and joints

Medical sources also report that leg injuries commonly occur due to:

Car accidents and pedestrian collisions, which place extreme force on the lower body
Slips and falls, from both heights and ground-level accidents
High-impact sports, including running, cycling, and contact sports
Workplace and home accidents, where sudden force or imbalance affects the legs

Common Injuries in These Cases

Arm and leg injuries can range from painful but recoverable to permanently life-altering. A recent study of over 32,000 adults with severe limb fractures found that many were caused by motor vehicle accidents, high falls, or motorcycle collisions.

Common arm and leg injuries include:

Fractures (broken bones): Breaks in bones like the forearm, wrist, femur, or tibia, often caused by falls or direct trauma.
Dislocations: Joints like the knee, hip, or shoulder forced out of position due to forceful impact.
Sprains, strains, and tears: Stretched or torn ligaments and muscles from overextension or sudden twisting.

These types of injuries can cause immediate pain and may also lead to long-term disability, extended rehabilitation, and ongoing medical needs. Prompt diagnosis, appropriate medical care, and thorough documentation can be important for both recovery and any potential legal claim.

Who May Be Liable in Arm and Leg Injury Cases?

When an accident results in a serious arm or leg injury, determining responsibility is rarely simple. These injuries often occur suddenly, but the legal responsibility behind them can involve multiple parties.

Depending on how your injury occurred, responsibility may involve:

Drivers: Motorists who speed, drive distracted, or operate a vehicle under the influence are a common cause of severe arm and leg injuries in car, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents.
Employers: Workplace accidents involving machinery, vehicles, or unsafe conditions can result in crushing injuries, fractures, or limb damage. Employers may be responsible when safety rules are ignored, training is inadequate, or equipment is poorly maintained.
Property owner: Landlords and business owners have a duty to maintain reasonably safe premises. Hazards such as broken stairs, uneven walkways, or unsafe surfaces can lead to falls and serious injuries.
Manufacturers: Defective vehicles, industrial equipment, power tools, or safety gear can malfunction without warning. When a product defect contributes to a limb injury, the manufacturer may be liable under product liability laws.
Government entities: Dangerous road design, poorly maintained public property, malfunctioning traffic signals, or accidents involving public transportation may place liability on a city, county, or state agency.

Arm and leg injuries can affect mobility, independence, and the ability to work. Because these cases may involve multiple responsible parties, a thorough investigation is often necessary to determine liability.

Why Arm and Leg Injury Cases Are Legally Complex

Arm and leg injuries are often described as “orthopedic,” but their impact extends beyond a broken bone. These cases frequently involve long-term pain, limited mobility, and uncertainty about whether life will return to normal. From a legal standpoint, they also present challenges that require careful handling.

Some of the most common complexities include:

Disputed fault: California follows a pure comparative negligence system. Insurance companies may argue that the injured person was partially responsible, whether due to speed, positioning, or simple missteps, in an effort to reduce potential compensation.
Future medical uncertainty: Arm and leg injuries can lead to complications months or years later, including arthritis, chronic pain, nerve damage, or additional surgeries. Accurately evaluating these future needs often requires medical specialists and expert testimony.
Multiple responsible parties: Accidents involving commercial vehicles, construction sites, or unsafe property conditions may involve multiple defendants, each with its own insurer and legal team.
Claims involving government entities: If a dangerous roadway, sidewalk, or public vehicle contributed to your injury, special rules may apply. Claims against cities or state agencies often have shorter deadlines and strict notice requirements.

Because these cases may affect mobility, independence, and the ability to work, legal errors can have lasting consequences.

Damages You May Be Entitled To

Under California law, people who suffer serious arm or leg injuries may pursue compensation for both financial losses and the personal impact of their injuries.

Economic Damages

These damages address the financial costs associated with an injury, including:

Medical expenses: Emergency care, surgeries, hospital stays, imaging, and physical therapy.
Future medical care: Ongoing rehabilitation, assistive devices, mobility aids, or follow-up procedures.
Lost income: Wages missed during recovery or while attending medical appointments.
Reduced earning capacity: If your injury affects your ability to return to your previous job or work at full capacity.
Property damage: Repair or replacement of vehicles, bicycles, or personal items damaged in the accident.

Non-Economic Damages

These damages relate to the broader impact injuries can have on daily life:

Pain and suffering: Physical pain and the emotional challenges associated with recovery.
Emotional distress: Anxiety, depression, or trauma that may follow a serious injury.
Loss of enjoyment of life: When injuries limit participation in hobbies, sports, or everyday activities.
Permanent disability or disfigurement: Including scarring, loss of mobility, or amputation that may permanently affect independence.

Punitive damages

In cases involving particularly reckless conduct or intentional wrongdoing, punitive damages may be considered. These damages are intended to penalize misconduct and discourage similar behavior.

Arm and leg injuries can significantly affect daily life. Because legal and medical issues are closely connected, careful evaluation of the full impact of an injury is often necessary.

California Statute of Limitations

When you’re recovering from a serious arm or leg injury, legal deadlines are often the last thing on your mind, but they can determine whether you have any right to compensation at all. In most cases, individuals have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit in California. However, if a government entity may be responsible, the timeline can be much shorter. In those situations, a formal claim typically must be filed within six months of the incident.

Missing these deadlines can result in dismissal of a case regardless of the severity of the injury. Acting promptly may help preserve evidence while details remain clear.

Why You Need a Lawyer for Arm and Leg Injury Cases

Insurance companies often evaluate serious injury claims carefully because these cases may involve surgery, long-term rehabilitation, and lasting mobility limitations.

Without legal representation, injured individuals may face challenges such as:

Insurance adjusters seeking to reduce claim value. Statements may be interpreted in ways that affect how injuries are evaluated.
Early settlement offers. Initial offers sometimes occur before the long-term effects of an injury are fully understood.
Complex cases issues. Arm and leg injury claims can involve disputed liability, medical evaluations, and detailed documentation.

A personal injury attorney may assist by helping manage communication with insurance companies and guiding individuals through the legal process.

Common ways attorneys assist include:

Evidence collection: Organizing accident reports, medical records, and other documentation related to the injury.
Protection during negotiation: Helping respond to settlement discussions with insurers.
Communication management: Handling communications with insurance representatives.
Procedural guidance: Helping ensure deadlines and legal requirements are addressed.
Focus on recovery: Allowing injured individuals to concentrate on medical treatment and rehabilitation.

How to Choose the Right Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer for Arm and Leg Injury Cases

Choosing a lawyer after a serious arm or leg injury is a decision that can affect your health, finances, and long-term recovery. Instead of focusing on advertising claims, look for concrete qualifications that show a firm is prepared to handle complex orthopedic injury cases.

Questions to Ask and What to Look For

Do they handle cases like mine?
Arm and leg injury cases often involve fractures, surgeries, long-term rehabilitation, and mobility limitations. Jacoby & Meyers focuses on serious personal injury matters and has decades of experience handling orthopedic injuries arising from car accidents, falls, workplace incidents, and other high-impact events.
Are they prepared for trial if necessary?
Insurance companies may take claims more seriously when they know a firm is prepared to litigate if needed. Jacoby & Meyers has recovered more than $2 billion in verdicts and settlements for clients. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
What is their history and stability?
Longevity can be important in complex injury cases. Founded more than 50 years ago, Jacoby & Meyers has built a long-standing presence in California personal injury law.
Do they have the resources to support my case?
Serious arm and leg injury claims may require medical experts, life-care planners, and extensive documentation. With 14 offices across California, Jacoby & Meyers combines local knowledge with statewide resources to support case preparation.
How do they communicate with clients?
Clear communication can be important during recovery. Jacoby & Meyers emphasizes client-focused representation so injured individuals understand their case and receive updates as it progresses.

What Not to Say to Insurance Companies: A Quick Checklist

After an accident, insurance adjusters may contact you quickly. While they may appear helpful, statements you make could later be used to challenge your claim.

❎ Avoid saying/doing the following:

“I’m fine” or “I feel better.” Injuries sometimes worsen later.
“It was my fault.” Casual comments can affect how liability is evaluated.
“I don’t need medical care.” This may be used to minimize injuries.
Agreeing to a recorded statement without legal advice.
Speculating about the accident or guessing what happened.
Accepting a quick settlement before understanding long-term medical needs.

✅ Instead:

Stick to basic facts only
Request communication in writing
Focus on medical treatment and documentation

Being cautious early can help protect your claim while you focus on recovery.

How Jacoby & Meyers Build Your Arm Injury Case

We follow a structured approach intended to help protect your claim and keep you informed throughout the process.

Initial case review at no cost
We begin with a consultation to understand how your arm injury occurred. During this conversation, we review the facts, answer questions, and explain potential legal options.
Comprehensive evidence collection
Our team gathers evidence relevant to the claim, including accident reports, medical records, imaging results, photographs, and witness statements documenting the cause and extent of the injury.
Handling all insurance communications
Insurance companies can be difficult to deal with during recovery. We manage correspondence and negotiations related to the claim while you focus on medical treatment.
Prepared to pursue litigation
If an insurance company does not offer a settlement that reflects the circumstances of the claim, we may file a lawsuit and pursue the matter in court.
Focused on meaningful resolution
Whether through negotiation or trial, our goal is to pursue compensation that reflects the impact of the injury.

Client Testimonials

The experiences of former clients can provide insight into a law firm’s work.

“I’ve never needed a lawyer before, but this was the best experience I could ever have had. Lucy is helpful, consistently ready to assist our clients, and an all-around incredible lawyer. Jacoby and Meyers, best of the best.” – Tony DeSean from Google Review.

Client testimonials individual experiences. Results vary depending on the facts of each case.

Proven Results in Serious Arm and Leg Injury Cases

For more than five decades, Jacoby & Meyers has represented clients facing serious and catastrophic arm and leg injuries, pursuing compensation related to both the immediate harm and the long-term impact on independence, earning capacity, and quality of life.

Representative Serious Injury Results

$19 million — Rideshare passenger vs. auto collision resulting in catastrophic neurological and mobility impairment
$17.5 million — Bicycle vs. truck crash causing permanent orthopedic injuries
$11 million — Motorcycle vs. truck collision leading to serious physical disability
$9.24 million — Auto vs. pedestrian accident involving severe spinal and lower-extremity trauma
Multi-million-dollar recoveries in cases involving crushing injuries, severe fractures, loss of limb function, and permanent impairment

Disclaimer: Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. These examples demonstrate experience in handling complex, high-value serious injury cases.

Areas We Serve

Jacoby & Meyers serves clients throughout Los Angeles County and across the state of California. Whether your accident occurred in Downtown LA, Santa Monica, Long Beach, the San Fernando Valley, or nearby communities, our team is available to assist.

With 14 offices across California, Jacoby & Meyers provides legal representation in multiple regions of the state. Our team combines local insight with statewide resources to support clients throughout the legal process.

Orange County
San Jose
San Francisco
San Diego
San Bernardino
Sacramento
Ontario
Oakland
Los Angeles
Fresno
Escondido
Brea
Bakersfield

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my arm or leg injury gets worse over time?

Many arm and leg injuries can worsen as swelling subsides or complications develop. Conditions such as arthritis, nerve damage, or chronic pain may appear months later. For this reason, resolving a claim too early may not account for future medical needs. Medical evaluation and documentation are important when assessing the long-term impact of an injury.

What if the accident involved public transit or a rideshare vehicle?
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) and public transit (Metro) accidents can involve complex insurance coverage. Rideshare companies may provide tiered insurance coverage depending on the driver’s status in the app, while public transit claims may be subject to government liability rules. In these situations, legal guidance may help clarify applicable procedures and deadlines.

How long does it take to resolve arm and leg injury cases?

The timeline can vary depending on the severity of the injuries, the recovery process, and whether the claim resolves through settlement or proceeds to litigation. Some cases resolve more quickly, while others require additional time to evaluate future medical needs and other damages.

How much does it cost to hire Jacoby & Meyers?
Jacoby & Meyers handles many personal injury matters on a contingency fee basis. This generally means there are no hourly rates or upfront retainers, and attorney fees may depend on the outcome of the case. Fee arrangements are discussed with clients before representation begins.

For more information, you can visit our FAQ page.

Learn More About Your Legal Options

If you are suffering from an arm or leg injury following an accident involving negligence, you may wish to explore your legal options. Jacoby & Meyers assists individuals with personal injury claims and can discuss your situation during a consultation. We are available 24/7 to take your call.

You can call 888-533-0516 to request a free initial consultation, and learn more about the legal process and possible next steps.

Personal Injury Lawyer Lawyer Near Me

We serve the whole of California with 14 satellite offices. You can visit us at our Main Los Angeles Office at Ave of the Stars

Jacoby & Meyers
2000 Ave of the Stars Suite 1150S,
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Call us +12132960792

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