At Gary K. Walch Law, A Law Corporation, often referred to as Walch Law, we are proud to mark our 50th anniversary serving the Calabasas community. For five decades, our founding partner has fought for the rights of injured individuals and grieving families in personal-injury and wrongful-death cases. As part of this anniversary, our entire law firm pauses to reflect not only on the past but also on one symbol of renewal in our city: the new, large stone welcome monument erected on Old Topanga Canyon Road, welcoming drivers and pedestrians alike into the beautiful city of Calabasas.
The fact that the previous marker was destroyed in a motor-vehicle collision serves as a reminder that crashes happen — and when they do, recovery, justice and accountability matter.
Why the Monument Matters
Even on familiar roads, serious collisions can occur. Whether you’re a resident, commuter or visitor, your journey matters — and so do your rights afterwards. That’s why, as a law firm that has stood the test of time, we renew our commitment to the people who are injured in motor-vehicle accidents: drivers, passengers, motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians.
The Collision Reality in Calabasas & Los Angeles County
It may comfort you that Calabasas is generally regarded as safe, but data show motor-vehicle collisions remain a very real threat.
- According to a June 2025 article in The Acorn, the city’s “welcome rock formation” on Old Topanga Canyon Road uses beige Idaho sandstone boulders and displays the city logo. theacorn.com
- While city-specific detailed statistics for every motor-vehicle crash in Calabasas are limited publicly, one can reference broader regional figures to understand the risk: For instance, state-wide, thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in vehicle crashes in California.
- The broader picture in Los Angeles County: The roads in the county remain among the most heavily travelled in California and thus prone to collisions — meaning traffic safety needs serious and constant attention.
These facts confirm that while Calabasas may appear tranquil, its roads still pose risks — and when an accident happens, it can result in life-altering consequences.
Why Hire a Dedicated Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm
When you or a loved one has been injured in a car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian or other motor-vehicle collision, you need more than a general attorney — you need a proven advocate with specific experience in serious vehicle-trauma cases. Here are just some of the ways we at Walch Law make a difference:
- Specific expertise in vehicle-collision cases.
We dedicate ourselves to motor-vehicle accident matters: cars, trucks, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrian collisions. Our website underscores our firm’s experience: our senior attorney has 50 years in car-accident personal-injury law and our track record includes thousands of cases won! - Handling complexity.
Truck collisions, multi-vehicle crashes, wrongful-death claims and catastrophic injuries bring complex legal, medical and insurance issues. Our familiarity with these kinds of cases helps us navigate the process — gathering evidence, consulting experts, negotiating with insurance companies, and, if necessary, litigating the case. - Local knowledge matters.
We serve the Calabasas area — we know the roads (Old Topanga Canyon Rd., Calabasas Road, Mulholland Highway, Las Virgenes Rd., the Ventura Freeway -101 corridor, etc), the local law-enforcement nuances (including the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in Calabasas), and the community we serve. When you hire us, you get a team grounded in the same region in which your collision occurred. - Results-driven advocacy.
Over the years, our firm has resolved a wide range of injury and wrongful-death claims. While each case is unique, our long-standing presence and “standing the test of time” reputation give our clients confidence that we will fight to maximize compensation while providing the best possible personal and compassionate service possible to or injured clients. - Compassionate & accessible service.
We understand that a collision is never just about property damage — it’s about hospital and other medical bills, lost wages, physical pain and emotional suffering. We commit to keeping you informed, answering your questions, and giving you a voice at every stage.
The Calabasas Welcome Monument as Symbol of Renewal & Recovery
Just as the City of Calabasas replaced the previous marker with a strong, enduring stone monument at a key entry point on Old Topanga Canyon Road, we believe that when a collision disrupts your life, it’s possible to rebuild, regain stability, and pursue justice. The monument invites residents and visitors alike into our community — and in a similar way, we invite you, if you’ve been injured, to allow us to be part of your path forward.
What to Do After a Motor-Vehicle Accident
If you’ve been in a collision in or around Calabasas, here are immediate steps you should take:
- Seek medical attention — even if you feel “okay,” some injuries emerge later.
- Report the crash — call 911, especially if there are injuries; ensure a traffic collision report (aka police report) is filed (in Calabasas, the CHP or LASD, depending on location).
- Preserve evidence — take photographs and videos of all vehicles, drivers licenses, vehicle license plates and all signage on involved vehicles; all persons involved; your injuries; road conditions, intersection signage, skid marks, etc.; gather witness contacts.
- Don’t accept the first insurance offer without consulting an attorney — early offers often undervalue long-term consequences.
- Contact an experienced personal-injury lawyer to evaluate your case, protect your rights, and guide you through the claims process.
- With our personal injury and wrongful death law firm your consultation and case evaluation are FREE, and we work on a contingency fee which means there is NO fee until we win.
Why Acting Promptly Matters
- Evidence deteriorates — witnesses relocate and or become forgetful, vehicle damage gets repaired, roadway conditions change.
- Statutes of limitations apply (that is the time limit to settle or file suit) — in California, personal-injury claims generally must be filed within two years of the accident (and wrongful-death claims within two years; and property damage only claims within three years of the incident), but if any government entity is involved there are more immediate procedures to follow. Please immediately consult with an experienced lawyer to go over this.
- Insurance companies act quickly — they may attempt to close files or push low-ball settlement offers even before full medical outcomes are known.
Our Commitment on This 50th Anniversary
As we celebrate our 50th year of service, we reaffirm our pledge: to provide skilled, dedicated, and compassionate representation to individuals and families impacted by motor-vehicle collisions in Calabasas and surrounding areas throughout all of California. The newer erected Calabasas welcome monument reminds us that even when the unexpected happens, there is a community, and there is a path forward. At Walch Law, you’re not just another case number — we are not a television or billboard law firm — you’re someone with a name for whom we shall fight and proudly serve.
Ready for Help?
If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, truck collision, motorcycle crash, pedestrian or bicycle crash in Calabasas or any area in California, please don’t wait:
Call us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Walch Law, A Law Corporation
Phone: 88.222.3400 or 1.866 INJURY 2
Email: info@WalchLaw.com
Website: www.WalchLaw.com
We are located in Calabasas with another office in Beverly Hills — ready to meet you, evaluate your case, guide you through this process, and help you secure the compensation you deserve.