Personal Injury Law Expert
Yana Di Bella
Law Offices of Garret A. Lunin
Local Expertise-State Wide Reach
Garret A. Lungin
Bar#183056
Admitted in 1996
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Member #06387618
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RRCC-RPS #2025009767
Yana Di Bella
Recognition of Service 2002
What Makes Our Firm Different?
Unlike large California personal injury firms, we limit our caseload so every client gets real attention and is not passed around from employee to employee. When working with Yana Di Bella of the Law Offices of Garret A. Lungin, you’re never left guessing, you always have direct access, clear guidance, and consistent updates from start to finish.
We build cases, not quotas. Our reputation is built on referrals, relationships, and results, not quick settlements.
You deserve more than a billboard lawyer. You deserve a trusted Sherman Oaks, California personal injury law firm that listens, cares, and fights for you like family.
A Trusted Personal Injury Resource in Sherman Oaks
We are a local personal injury firm with over 30 years of experiance in personal injury law. We're based in the major corridor of Ventura Blvd & Sepulveda Blvd in Sherman Oaks, so we capitalise on our "home field advangage" to build a stronger case for you.
NO WIN, NO FEE!
Why Get
A Personal Injury Case Review?
A free personal injury case review can make a real difference after an accident. It helps you understand the full extent of your injuries and how they could affect your life long-term. Whether you’re considering legal action or seeking compensation, our Sherman Oaks based law firm can guide you every step of the way no matter where you reside in California.
We’ll help ensure you get the proper medical care and recovery support you need, while giving you the clarity to make confident decisions about your health, well-being, and legal options. Don’t wait your personal injury case review is just one click away.
When someone is injured in a California accident, one of the first questions they ask is: “How much is my case worth?”
What many people don’t realize is that the answer often has less to do with how serious the injuries are and more to do with a factor most injury victims never see coming — insurance policy limits.
Understanding policy limits is critical, because in many cases, they ultimately determine how much compensation is realistically available, regardless of fault or damages.
“Show Me the Money!”
One of the most eye-catching elements in personal injury lawyer advertising in California is the display of large settlements or verdicts — think billboards, TV spots, or online ads proudly touting “$5M recovered for our client!” or “Millions won — call now!”. At first glance, these figures may seem like simple proof of success, but a statement listing big settlements without clear context or disclaimers is misleading because it might suggest that every client gets a similar result, which is not accurate.Compensation after an injury often depends less on injury severity and more on the insurance policy limits of an at fault party. This can cap how much is realistically available, regardless of fault or total damages. Now ask yourself, how many people carry a multi million dollar insurance policy on a regular basis?
We Specialize in Comprehensive Legal Support for Personal Injury Cases
AREAS OF PRACTICE
Accidents Hurt
Immidiate Access to Medical Providers
ZERO Upftont Cost
After a serious accident, getting immediate medical care is critical—not only for your health, but for protecting the strength and value of your injury claim. If you’re uninsured or worried about upfront costs, we remove that barrier by connecting you with trusted doctors, specialists, and diagnostic facilities throughout Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles,
and Southern California who treat our personal injury clients on a medical lien, meaning you pay nothing upfront, and providers are paid from your settlement or judgment. This allows you to focus on healing while your bills are properly documented, strategically managed, and often negotiated at the end of the case to help protect your recovery. Delaying treatment can harm both your health and your claim, so understanding your options early makes a real difference. If you’ve been injured and are concerned about how to afford care, Yana Di Bella can explain how medical liens work and whether this solution fits your situation, contact our office to discuss your next steps.
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Personal Injury Claim?
If you’ve been injured in Sherman Oaks, California, you might wonder whether you really need a lawyer for your personal injury claim. The truth is, having an experienced professional on your side can make a big difference, especially when dealing with insurance companies, medical bills, and complex legal rules. Yana Di Bella at the Law Offices of Garret A. Lungin will guide you through every step, handle all the paperwork, negotiate on your behalf, and work to maximize the compensation you deserve, so you can focus on healing. Even if your case seems simple, speaking with a knowledgeable professional early can protect your rights and help you avoid costly mistakes.
Insurance Tactics
After an accident in Sherman Oaks, California, insurance companies often move quickly, but hardly ever in your best interest. Common insurance tactics include asking for recorded statements, downplaying your injuries, delaying claims, disputing medical treatment, or making a fast, low settlement offer before you understand the full value of your case. These strategies are designed to protect the insurance company’s bottom line, not your recovery or a fair settlement. Yana Di Bella of Law Offices of Garret A. Lungin helps injured clients recognize these tactics early, protect their rights, and pursue fair compensation with clarity and confidence.
Filing Deadlines
In California, filing deadlines can make or break a personal injury claim. In most cases, California law gives you a limited time to file a lawsuit after an accident, and if you miss that deadline, you may lose your right to recover compensation altogether. Certain cases, especially those involving a city, county, or public transportation agency, can require much shorter notice deadlines. That’s why acting quickly matters. At our Sheran Oaks law firm, we make sure critical deadlines are identified early and handled properly, so your rights are protected while you focus on healing. If you’re unsure how much time you have, reach out as soon as possible to discuss your situation.
Split Responsibility
In some personal injury cases in California, responsibility for an accident may be shared, this is called “comparative negligence.” This means that even if you were partly at fault, you may still have the right to recover compensation. Every situation is different, and the details matter. We carefully examine the facts, protect our clients from unfair blame, and work to make sure any shared responsibility is accurately evaluated so you can pursue the full compensation you’re entitled to. If you’re unsure about your particular circumstance, reach out as soon as possible to discuss your situation.
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Our Guarantee
No two injury cases are exactly alike, because no two clients are. The goal isn’t just to reach a number, it’s to secure a result that truly reflects your injuries, your losses, and your real-life circumstances. While we can’t promise a specific outcome, we do promise this: full transpency, you pay no fees or costs unless your case is successful, and you’ll be treated like family with compassion, respect, diligence, and professionalism every step of the way. If you’re ready to understand your options and move forward with confidence, contact us today for a free, no oblication confidential consultation.
Our Past Case Results
Car Accident
Settlement reached prior to trial
Liability disputed
Policy-limits recovery
Hit & Run Accident
Settlement reached prior to trial
At fault driver located
Policy-limits recovery
Pedestrian Accident
Settlement reached prior to trial
Liability disputed
Policy-limits recovery
Loss of a Pet Accident
Settlement reached prior to trial
Damages disputed
Policy-limits recovery
Motorcycle Accident
Settlement reached prior to trial
Liability disputed
Policy-limits recovery
Passenger Accident
Settlement reached prior to trial
Damages disputed
Policy-limits recovery
The above summaries are provided for informational purposes only. Results depend on the facts of each case.
Yana Di Bella
Law Offices of Garret A. Lungin
We offer virtual and in person consultations and case reviews. We service Sherman Oaks, the greater Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Orange County and Riverside County. Our Sherman Oaks office is conveniently located in the San Fernando Valley.
Disclaimer: Yana Di Bella is a certified paralegal for the Law Offices of Garret A. Lungin, APC., and is under direct supervision of Garret A. Lungin, an attorney who is licensed to practice law in the State of California. While the information on this site is about legal issues, it is not intended as legal advice or a substitute for the exclusive advice of your own attorney. Nothing herewith shall constitute attorney client privilege and/or relationship in any manner.