Long Beach

Long Beach Personal Injury Law Firm

MKP Law Group is proud to help injured clients in the Long Beach area. Our Long Beach personal injury lawyers have helped individuals harmed in accidents involving aggressive dogs, motor vehicles, dangerous property conditions, negligent nursing homes, and more.

Our Long Beach personal injury law firm is backed by numerous 5-star client reviews and settlements reaching millions of dollars. Contact us today to schedule your free, no obligation legal consultation.

Here Is What Residents, Visitors, and Accident Victims Should Know

• Long Beach can be dangerous for pedestrians, motorcycle riders, and pedal cyclists. Statistics show that they account for 14% of collision involvement but 65% of traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
• Areas more dangerous for drivers and pedestrians are Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway. Even though Long Beach plans to eliminate traffic fatalities by 2026, it has a long way to go. Additionally, Long Beach does not control the Pacific Coast Highway, which is one of the deadliest roads in the area. It falls under the control of Caltrans, which has the goal of eliminating traffic deaths by 2050.
• Authorities determine factors adversely affecting traffic safety include driver behaviors like speeding and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, road design, lack of curb extensions, and posted speed limits.
• Long Beach is one of the nation’s top 20 cities seeing dog attacks on postal service employees. Additionally, there are unreported bites that create a worrisome gray area.
• The safest neighborhoods in the city are Carson Park, Los Altos, Marina Pacifica, and College Estates. The most dangerous areas are Terminal Island, Wrigley, West Del Amo Boulevard, and the West Side.

What Types of Legal Cases Does MKP Law Group Handle in Long Beach?

Our Team Represents Victims of Car Accidents

The MKP Law Group, LLP exclusively represents personal injury victims in Long Beach, California, and works to help you pursue compensation after car crashes caused by negligence. The California Office of Traffic Safety ranks Long Beach first of 15 when it comes to traffic fatalities and injuries. It is number two for car accidents involving alcohol. It is crucial to work with a team of experienced car accident attorneys to prove negligence, negotiate with insurance companies, and protect your rights after the accident and during the legal process.

We Work With Victims of Bicycle Accidents

The city has attempted to increase bike-friendly infrastructure with bicycle lanes and bollards. However, motorists and neighborhoods have opposed bollards because of their appearance. Drivers tend to use bike lanes for quick delivery stops. And because some Belmont Shore visitors mistake bike lanes for parking areas, pedal cyclists can still be hit by a car door that opens suddenly. Our team protects the rights of bicyclists who have been injured and now deal with spinal cord injuries, fractures, road rash, and psychological trauma.

Victims of Lyft and Uber Accidents Trust Our Team to Protect Their Legal Rights

The growing number of event venues makes Long Beach a city that relies heavily on Uber and Lyft for transportation. Statistics show a 40% increase in rideshare accidents nationwide. Additionally, there are cases of physical assault. Because Lyft and Uber base liability on the driver’s app use, protecting your rights can get tricky. We remove the confusion and help our clients receive fair compensation.

We Assist Victims of Dog Bites – Receive Fair Compensation 

Many Long Beach dog owners fail to follow leash laws, putting residents at risk. Unfortunately, nothing protects residents who use park playgrounds or soccer fields for recreation. Bites can also occur when you are just walking in your neighborhood. It is important to note that you do not have to be a mail carrier to worry about dogs. If you or a loved one has suffered a dog bite injury and is now dealing with medical bills, psychological problems, and a possible need for surgeries, let our team help protect your rights. 

We Help Spinal Cord Injury Victims Maximize Settlements

Injuries to the spinal cord happen in bike accidents, car crashes, falls, and other accidents. They may result in full or partial paralysis. Statistics show that falls among senior citizens above the age of 65 are a common cause of spinal cord injuries. However, young people fall victim as well. For example, sports and recreational activities are indicated in about 10% of spinal cord injuries nationwide. While you focus on healing and rehabilitation, our team handles the insurance companies and negotiates the settlement you deserve.

More Cases the MKP Law Group Handles

No case is too large or too small for our team. Moreover, we welcome the complex cases that other firms turn away. In addition to the accident victims we have already mentioned, we also represent those injured during:

• Cases of assault and battery.
• Bus accidents.
• Pedestrian accidents.
• Defective products.
• Motorcycle accidents.
• Nursing home incidents and elder abuse cases.
• Slip and fall cases.
• Activities leading to traumatic brain injuries.
• Truck accidents.
• Loved ones in the aftermath of a wrongful death.

What are the Biggest Causes of Injury in Long Beach?

There is little doubt that traffic is the leading cause of accidents in Long Beach. Recent data shows that pedestrians are not even safe in crosswalks on East Anaheim Street near Cherry Avenue. Elsewhere in the city, the problem persists as well. There were 215 pedestrian accidents between July 2024 and 2025. Besides traffic, the dog population is another problem. Moreover, there have been reports of shootings and other violence in the entertainment areas like Belmont Shore. Remember also that the proximity of the port increases the risk of trucking accidents.

How Much is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?

It is difficult to mention an amount without knowing the facts of your case. After all, each case is different, and your settlement may vary depending on your unique situation. We have listed some average settlement amounts here. To find out more specifically how much you may be owed, please use one of our settlement calculators.

Long Beach Personal Injury Resources

Dignity Health – St. Mary Medical Center at 1050 Linden Avenue, 562-491-9000

College Medical Center at 2776 Pacific Avenue, 562-997-2000

Long Beach Memorial Medical Center at 2801 Atlantic Avenue, 562-933-2000

Long Beach Police Department at 400 West Broadway, 562-435-6711

How MKP Law Group Can Help

The team at the MKP Law Group cares about your legal rights. We understand that it is challenging to deal with the aftermath of a personal injury, continue paying your bills, and negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance companies. We want to help. While you focus on healing, we handle the insurers so you can pay the bills and recover your damages. We have plenty of clients who have worked with our team. Here is what some of them had to say:

Jesse Dean – 5 Stars

“Jordan, Angie, and Team were fantastic. Helpful, great communication, and did a fantastic job during a very difficult time for me.”

Esequiel Valdez – 5 Stars

“I had the best experience working with MKP Law Group. This was my first time ever needing legal representation, and I’m so glad I found Jordan Peagler to represent me. It went very smoothly from the beginning to the end. I couldn’t be happier with the end result of my dog bite settlement, Jordan exceeded all my expectations.”

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