Los Angeles, CA personal injury attorney Narbeh Shirvanian shares the story of a memorable pedestrian accident case he handled. He recalls one of his most memorable cases, which stands apart from the routine catastrophic wrongful death cases he handles regularly—cases that often secure millions for families who have lost loved ones. While such cases are professionally significant, they carry a personal weight, especially as a husband and father of three. However, a particularly poignant case involved a young schoolboy pedestrian in Riverside County who was struck by a car at night.

The minor came from challenging circumstances and was facing numerous difficulties. When first meeting him, the boy was in a juvenile facility. Complicating matters, the father was incarcerated and uncooperative, and the legal process required a guardian ad litem to act on the child’s behalf. The attorney navigated numerous challenges, including locating and coordinating with the child’s biological parents—one of whom was in jail—identifying himself as the attorney hired by the mother, and obtaining the necessary signatures to proceed.

The case itself involved a pedestrian hit by a company vehicle, and the defense presented formidable arguments. Despite the obstacles, he and his legal team diligently prepared the case, taking it nearly to trial. Ultimately, they secured a substantial seven-figure settlement for the minor, which was placed in a blocked account. This ensures that when the child reaches adulthood, funds will be available for education through college and potentially graduate school. The successful resolution of this case was deeply moving and personally significant for him.