About Daniels Law — Personal Injury Sherman Oaks, California
Daniels Law brings personal injury Sherman Oaks clients over 25 years of strategic and personalized legal representation in Los Angeles County. Principal attorney Bill Daniels has pursued multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements across a wide spectrum of injury matters — from auto and truck accidents to aviation claims and wildfire litigation against utility companies. The Encino-area office at 15821 Ventura Blvd., Suite 555 serves Sherman Oaks and the broader San Fernando Valley corridor, with free legal consultations available for all new matters.
The firm’s wildfire litigation experience is particularly relevant given recent fire seasons across Los Angeles County. Clients with both standard accident claims and utility-related fire losses can explore options with personal injury Sherman Oaks counsel before their statute of limitations runs.
What Clients Say
No client reviews are currently on record for this listing. Daniels Law’s 25-plus-year track record and multimillion-dollar case results reflect sustained performance across diverse personal injury categories in Los Angeles County.
Personal Injury Sherman Oaks — Practice Areas & Services
- Auto, Truck & Bus Accidents: Over two decades of handling fault disputes, insurance negotiations, and jury trials for vehicle accident victims in LA County.
- Wildfire Claims: Liability claims against utility companies for fire ignition — a significant area of California personal injury litigation since 2017.
- Product Liability & Aviation: Defective product and aviation accident cases where manufacturer or operator negligence causes catastrophic injury.
- Premises Liability: Slip and fall, burn injury, and dangerous condition claims against property owners in Los Angeles County.
- Wrongful Death: Representing surviving family members in Los Angeles County courts when negligence costs a life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue a utility company for wildfire damages in California?
Yes. Under California’s doctrine of inverse condemnation, public utilities can be held strictly liable for property damage caused by their equipment, even without proving negligence. Additionally, if the utility acted negligently — such as by failing to de-energize lines during Red Flag conditions — traditional negligence claims are available. These cases are often complex and involve multiple plaintiffs; Los Angeles Superior Court has handled mass tort wildfire proceedings in recent years.
How does California handle catastrophic injury damages involving long-term medical care?
California allows full recovery of past and future medical expenses, lost earning capacity, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering in catastrophic injury cases. Future medical costs are calculated using life care plans prepared by medical experts. There is no cap on these damages in personal injury cases — unlike medical malpractice, which is subject to MICRA limits. The trier of fact determines the amount at trial or the parties negotiate based on expert projections.
What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in California?
Wrongful death claims in California must be filed within two years of the date of death under CCP § 335.1. The right to sue belongs to the decedent’s surviving spouse, children, and — in some cases — other financial dependents. Claims are filed in Los Angeles Superior Court. If a government entity is at fault, a government tort claim must be filed with the responsible agency within six months of the death.
Quick Facts: Personal Injury in Sherman Oaks, California
- California Traffic Fatalities (2023): 4,061 — down from 4,539 in 2022 — California Office of Traffic Safety
- LA County Traffic Casualties (2022): 58,147 persons killed or injured — highest in California — CA Office of Traffic Safety
- Wrongful Death Filing Deadline: 2 years from date of death (CCP § 335.1) — California Courts Self-Help
