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Redondo Beach, CA · Serving the South Bay & All of California

Southern California  Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer

Diane Chang Law represents people injured in car, motorcycle, pedestrian, trucking, and commercial vehicle accidents throughout Redondo Beach, the South Bay, and Los Angeles County. Attorney Diane Chang also handles serious motor vehicle accidents and catastrophic injury claims throughout California.


No cost. No obligation. Every case evaluation is personally reviewed by Diane.

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Motor Vehicle Accident Cases We Handle


Diane Chang Law represents people injured in motor vehicle accidents throughout Redondo Beach, the South Bay, and Los Angeles County. The type of vehicle involved, available insurance coverage, injuries, and circumstances of the collision can all affect a personal injury claim.

Injuries caused by distracted, drunk, or reckless drivers often result from preventable choices behind the wheel. These cases may involve serious harm and require proving the driver’s failure to operate their vehicle safely.

Negligent or Reckless Driving

Car Accidents

Representation for people injured in rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, multi-vehicle accidents, and other serious car accidents in Redondo Beach and the South Bay.

Motorcycle Accidents

Diane represents injured motorcyclists throughout the South Bay, including claims involving serious and catastrophic injuries.



Pedestrian Accidents

Representation for pedestrians injured by negligent drivers in crosswalks, intersections, parking areas, and other locations throughout Redondo Beach and Los Angeles County.

Trucking & Commercial Vehicle Accidents

Commercial truck, delivery van, and fleet vehicle accidents can involve multiple responsible parties, commercial insurance policies, and evidence that must be preserved quickly.

Catastrophic Injury Claims

Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, permanent disabilities, and other life-changing injuries require a claim that considers both immediate losses and long-term needs.

Direct Representation for Your Motor Vehicle Accident Claim

After a serious motor vehicle accident, building a strong personal injury claim requires a clear understanding of liability, insurance coverage, and the full extent of your damages.


Attorney Diane Chang handles each claim directly, from investigating the accident and preserving evidence to documenting damages and negotiating with the insurance company. Every case is developed around the client’s injuries, financial losses, and long-term needs, with a focus on pursuing the full compensation available under California law.

What to Do After a Car Accident in Redondo Beach

If you are involved in a car accident in Redondo Beach, taking the right steps can protect your health and preserve important evidence for a potential personal injury claim. Whether the crash happened on Pacific Coast Highway, Artesia Boulevard, the 405, the 110, or a local South Bay street, consider these steps:

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Get Medical Care

Seek medical attention, even if your injuries do not appear serious immediately.


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Document the Accident

Take photos of the vehicles, damage, injuries, and accident scene when possible.


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Exchange Information

Collect the other driver’s contact, vehicle, and insurance information, along with witness details.


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Keep Important Records

Save medical records, bills, photos, repair estimates, and insurance communications.

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Understand Your Legal Options

Before accepting a settlement, understand the extent of your injuries, potential damages, and options under California law.


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Serving Motor Vehicle Accident Victims Throughout the South Bay

Diane Chang Law is based at 2001 Artesia Boulevard in Redondo Beach and represents motor vehicle accident victims throughout the South Bay and Los Angeles County.


Redondo Beach | Hermosa Beach | Manhattan Beach | Torrance | Hawthorne | Gardena

Diane handles car and motor vehicle accidents throughout the South Bay, including crashes on Pacific Coast Highway, the 405, and the 110. She also represents clients in serious trucking, commercial vehicle, and catastrophic injury cases throughout California.

What Happens After You Request a Free Case Evaluation?

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Request a Free Accident Case Evaluation

Share the basic details of your motor vehicle accident, injuries, and how to reach you. There is no cost or obligation.

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Get a Personal Attorney Review

Your case evaluation goes directly to attorney Diane Chang for personal review.

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Understand Your California Accident Claim

Diane evaluates liability, insurance coverage, injuries, and available evidence, then explains your legal options and the appropriate path forward.

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Build and Pursue Your Personal Injury Claim

Diane investigates the accident, preserves evidence, documents damages, and negotiates directly with the insurance company. If litigation is necessary, she remains personally involved throughout the case.

What Happens After You Request a Free Case Evaluation?

Frequently Asked Questions About California Motor Vehicle Accidents

  • Do I Need a Car Accident Lawyer After a Crash in California?

    Not every accident requires an attorney. However, speaking with a personal injury lawyer may be particularly important when someone has been injured, fault is disputed, an insurance company is challenging the claim, or the accident involves a commercial vehicle or serious injuries.


    A free case evaluation can help determine whether legal representation may be appropriate.


  • How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Claim in California?

    Many California personal injury lawsuits are subject to a two-year statute of limitations. However, different or significantly shorter deadlines may apply in certain circumstances, including some claims involving government entities.


    The deadline depends on the facts of the individual case, so it is important to determine the applicable timeline as early as possible.

  • What Compensation May Be Available After a Motor Vehicle Accident?

    Depending on the circumstances, compensation may be available for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other accident-related losses.


    Serious injury claims may also involve future medical care, reduced earning capacity, rehabilitation, and other long-term damages.

  • What If My Injuries Did Not Appear Right Away?

    Some accident injuries may not produce obvious symptoms immediately. Pain, headaches, dizziness, stiffness, or other symptoms can develop or become more noticeable after the collision.


    Anyone experiencing symptoms after an accident should seek appropriate medical evaluation.

  • Who Is Responsible for a Truck or Commercial Vehicle Accident?

    Responsibility may extend beyond the driver. Depending on the circumstances, a trucking company, employer, vehicle owner, leasing company, maintenance provider, or another party may also be liable.


    Commercial vehicle accidents can also involve different insurance requirements and evidence that should be preserved quickly.

    Learn More →
  • What If the Accident Caused a Catastrophic Injury?

    Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, permanent disabilities, and other catastrophic injuries can create medical, financial, and personal consequences that last for years or a lifetime.


    These cases require careful evaluation of both immediate losses and future needs.

    Learn More →

Serious Motor Vehicle Accident Cases

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Focused Experience

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Trucking & Commercial Vehicle Accidents

Injured by a big rig, delivery van, work truck, or other commercial vehicle?

Commercial vehicle accident cases may involve multiple liable parties, commercial insurance policies, federal and state regulations, and time-sensitive evidence. Diane handles serious trucking and commercial vehicle claims throughout Los Angeles County and California.

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Catastrophic Injury Claims

A life-changing injury requires a case built around the future, not only today’s medical bills.

Diane represents clients with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, permanent disabilities, and other catastrophic injuries, with careful attention to future medical care, earning capacity, and long-term needs.

Injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident? Talk With Diane Chang.

If you were injured in a car, motorcycle, pedestrian, trucking, or commercial vehicle accident in Redondo Beach, the South Bay, Los Angeles County, or elsewhere in California, Diane Chang Law can evaluate your claim and explain the legal options available.


Every case evaluation is free, confidential, and personally reviewed by Diane.

No cost. No obligation. Direct attorney review.

Request a Free Case Evaluation