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James McKiernan Lawyers

California Personal Injury Lawyers

Protecting Clients and Winning Maximum Compensation for Personal Injury Cases

No one ever wants to believe they could suffer severe injuries caused by another person’s negligence. Unfortunately, accidents occur every day, and personal injury victims are suddenly unable to work and support themselves and their families. Because they are unable to return to work, many accident victims worry about how they will pay for expensive medical bills and other accident-related costs.

California’s personal injury law allows victims to seek compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, and other damages. However, insurance companies often dispute or deny personal injury claims.

For this reason, it is always in your best interest to contact a California personal injury lawyer who will fight to protect your legal rights. Contact James McKiernan Lawyers today and ask to schedule a free consultation so we may professionally evaluate your case. A qualified legal team member will gladly assess your case and decide your best options.

$315,000,000 WON for CLIENTS!

View Our Record of Success

Jose R.

$7,33,000

Dog bite from neighbors dog while walking through his apartment complex, soft tissue injuries.

Joe S.

$19,775

Dog Bite, Client was walking near his home, dog ran up and bit him, punctured wounds on his wrist.

Terry B.

$16,000

While hiking on local public trail, minor child on bicycle rammed into client on a downhill slope knocking client down over embankment causing soft tissue ankle injuries.

Andrea M.

$9,000,000

During the State Fair, a child fell from the top row of a grandstand due to loose railing.

Thomas L.

$90,00,000

A vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle traveling at an extremely high speed on a city street causing a fatality of a teenager.

Cassandra O.

$3,000,000

Client was out on their morning jog when a distracted celebrity hit them while driving.

Justin M.

$3,000,000

A pedestrian was on the side of the highway and they were struck by a 18-wheeler.

Greg & Cathy T.

$1,560,000

Husband and wife were involved in an auto accident.

Eric H.

$1,350,000

Structured annuity resulting in tax free payments to the client. Another law firm had the case for 2 years and were unable to find coverage. JML subbed in as new attorneys, found coverage and settled for policy limits in 4 weeks. Riding a dirt bike at a friend’s home on acreage, suffered life threatening injuries when low hanging cable hit rider in the neck.

Ricky B.

$1,300,000

Structured annuity resulting in tax free payments to the client. Riding in the back seat of an off road vehicle when driver drove off forest service road into a canyon resulting in severe injuries.

Kathryn R.

$1,300,000

James McKiernan Lawyers settled our case for the policy limits of $1,000,000 against the driver and got another $300,000 from the passenger’s insurance company for a total settlement of $1,300,000.

Chantelle R.

$1,100,000

A hairdresser had a slip and fall resulting in injury.

Mark L.

$1,000,000

Client was in a serious car accident where the car rolled over. The sustained a massive hand injury.

Kyle S.

$1,000,000

A head on collision occurred with a dune buggy causing injuries.

Jon J.

$1,000,000

Policy limits settlement, a motorcycle accident with the ride being partially at fault.

Jeff W.

$1,000,000

A truck cut off our client, who was in a motorcycle causing him to crash. The client sustained a broken leg in the accident.

Amber L.

$500,000

A head on collision occurred with passenger sustaining injuries.

Mike S.

$350,000

Client was stabbed in the parking lot of a restaurant without no one witnessing the incident.

Ray M.

$340,000

While riding his motorcycle client was hit from behind by a food delivery App service resulting in a knee injury.

Elijah O.

$281,000

Policy limits settlement, client was a minor and a passenger when no fault of his own the vehicle crashed resulting in serious lifelong permeant injuries.

Carrie S.

$250,000

Client suffered loss of spouse in tragic auto accident, policy limits settlement in weeks from accident.

Arnulfo A.

$230,000

Riding his bicycle legally, was hit in a crosswalk resulting in soft tissue injuries.

Edward B.

$137,000

($100,000 settlement plus UIM of $37,500) Client riding his bicycle when due to inattention of car driver,car hit him resulting in a closed leg fracture.

Melissa C.

$112,500

($50,000 Policy limits plus $62,500 in UIM coverage) Client was parked behind fast-food restaurant letting her dog walk next to her truck when defendant clipped her car door pinching her fingers resulting in soft tissue injuries.

Blake R.

$100,000

Defendant turned left in front of client who had the green light and right of way, policy limits settlement with combined UIM coverage.

Tim W.

$100,000

Walking in a crosswalk and driver not paying attention hit client resulting in soft tissue injuries.

Paul S.

$100,000

(Settlement $85,000 policy limits from 3rd party, plus $15,000 UIM and Med-Pay from plaintiffs policy.) Auto accident resulting in soft tissue injuries and lost wages

Jeanie V.

$90,000

Minor property damage to her vehicle after a minor rear end accident, soft tissue injuries.

Jose R.

$73,3000

Dog bite from neighbors dog while walking through his apartment complex, soft tissue injuries.

Joe S.

$19,775

Dog Bite, Client was walking near his home, dog ran up and bit him, punctured wounds on his wrist.

Terry B.

$16,000

While hiking on local public trail, minor child on bicycle rammed into client on a downhill slope knocking client down over embankment causing soft tissue ankle injuries.

Andrea M.

$9,000,000

During the State Fair, a child fell from the top row of a grandstand due to loose railing.

Thomas L.

$9,000,000

A vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle traveling at an extremely high speed on a city street causing a fatality of a teenager.

Cassandra O.

$3,000,000

Client was out on their morning jog when a distracted celebrity hit them while driving.

How May We Help You?

The attorneys at James McKiernan Lawyers have experience with a wide range of personal injury practice areas, including:

Motorcycle Accidents

Slip and Fall

Dog Bite

Truck Accidents

Brain Injury

Wrongful Death

Motorcycle Accidents

Slip & Fall

Truck Accidents

Dog Bites

Brain Injuries

Wrongful Death

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Why Should Accident Victims Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer to Help Them File a Claim?

Personal injury victims harmed by someone else’s negligence are often unsure what they can do to recover financial compensation. One of the first steps accident victims must take to protect themselves is to seek qualified legal representation from an experienced personal injury lawyer.

Some of the most beneficial legal services that a personal injury lawyer may provide to clients include:

Professional evaluations to determine the strengths and weaknesses of the case
Ability to gather crucial evidence to substantiate the claim, including police and medical reports, witness testimony, and video footage
Determine liability issues
Significant financial resources to hire medical experts or accident reconstructionists
Negotiate with the insurance company to reach a fair settlement
Take the case to trial if the insurance provider is unwilling to offer full and fair compensation

Studies show that most personal injury victims with legal representation often recover more compensation than those who handle their cases independently.

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Do Your Personal Injury Attorneys Have the Experience It Takes to Win Cases?

The founder of our law firm, James McKiernan, has over 50+ years of legal experience handling personal injury claims. The dedicated team of California personal injury lawyers is passionately committed to helping injured victims receive maximum compensation for their damages.

James McKiernan Lawyers is a law firm that has handled over 30,000 personal injury claims for Central Coast residents of California. Our personal injury attorneys have comprehensive experience handling complex cases that involve catastrophic injuries, including spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries.

Our years of experience have given us the knowledge and skills to handle various personal injury cases successfully. Whether you have been injured in a pedestrian or motor vehicle accident, our California personal injury lawyers know what it takes to get results.

If you have questions about the legal services we can provide clients, contact our law firm today to schedule a free case consultation to learn more.

James McKiernan

Injury Lawyer

James McKiernan

Injury Lawyer

Firm founder, James McKiernan, is a personal injury attorney with over 35 years of legal experience. The results he has obtained for his clients has merited his inclusion in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. This is a prestigious group of trial lawyers who have won million-dollar settlements and verdicts for their clients. Less than one percent of all lawyers in the U.S. belong to this organization; this demonstrates the difficulty of achieving such a high level of results for personal injury victims.

What Sets James McKiernan Lawyers Apart From Other Personal Injury Law Firms?

James McKiernan Lawyers is a law firm with a reputation for recovering maximum financial compensation for clients. Unlike other firms, which often make promises they cannot keep, our lawyers provide clients with honest evaluations.

Unfortunately, some personal injury attorneys rarely communicate effectively with clients, leaving many injury victims feeling like they are being left in the dark. For this reason, our experienced team strives to keep clients well-informed throughout the legal process.

Another aspect that sets our personal injury law firm apart is that we constantly work to build solid attorney-client relationships with those who choose us for their legal needs. Our injury lawyers recognize that dealing with the insurance company and trying to recover can feel overwhelming. Therefore, we take pride in treating our clients with the care and compassion they deserve.

Please allow our California personal injury attorneys to assist you with your personal injury matters and ensure you receive the justice you deserve.

Why Choose Us?

Professional evaluations

When you come to us for help, we will thoroughly evaluate your personal injury case and determine the available legal options. We take pride in professionally evaluating our clients’ needs and have the knowledge and resources to assess evidence and determine what legal options will work best.

Client-centered approach

Our dedicated personal injury attorneys take time to listen to your needs. Therefore, our legal team will never encourage you to accept a settlement that is not in your best interests. We also continually strive to build our attorney-client relationships through effective communication and personalized service tailored to your needs.

Extensive experience

Our experienced law firm has a proven record of helping injury victims recover compensation for their injuries. We use our knowledge to create innovative legal strategies that suit your needs. With over 50+ years of experience, our attorneys understand the complexities of personal injury law and what it takes to get results.

Reputation for taking on challenging cases

Our personal injury lawyers have a well-earned reputation for winning challenging cases that may involve complex legal matters such as multiple liability or pure comparative negligence issues. We take pride in taking on and winning cases that other lawyers have turned down due to their legal complexities.

Efficient service

Our law office realizes that accident victims want to resolve their injury cases quickly so they can get on with their lives. If we agree to take your case, we will work with the insurance company to try to resolve your personal injury claim as quickly as possible.

No fees unless we win your case

The personal injury attorneys of James McKiernan Lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay us no money unless we win your case. By not charging clients upfront legal fees, they can feel assured that we are not focusing on profits but working hard to help them recover fair compensation.

What Type of Results Can I Expect From Your California Personal Injury Attorneys?

If you are dealing with a personal injury case, you may be unable to work and provide for yourself and your family. In our uncertain economic times, most individuals only have savings to last a few months before facing a financial crisis.

That being the case, our personal injury attorneys realize that clients need time-sensitive results. Once we take your case, we immediately work to conduct an independent investigation and gather evidence to substantiate your claim.

However, we never encourage clients to take quick settlements so we can move on to the next case. Instead, we will negotiate with the insurance company to ensure any financial compensation you receive will effectively meet your needs and goals.

If you would like to know more about the results we have obtained for clients, contact our law firm to schedule a meeting with a personal injury lawyer who will gladly answer your questions.

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Why Should I Choose Your Personal Injury Law Firm to Help Me Recover Compensation?

If you have suffered injuries caused by another person’s negligence, you need a personal injury attorney who will fight to protect your legal rights. Insurers often look for ways to deny or significantly reduce personal injury claims by blaming victims.

Many individuals are hesitant to file personal injury claims, but in some instances, pursuing legal options is the only way to hold at-fault parties accountable for their actions.

James McKiernan Lawyers is passionately committed to helping injured victims with their personal injury cases by protecting their legal rights. Our injury lawyers realize that every case is different, and our legal team works hard to create innovative strategies that meet our client’s needs. We use advanced technologies that help us professionally analyze your case and determine how much your claim is worth.

Contact our law firm by calling 805-476-4304 to schedule a free, no-obligation case review so we may determine your legal options.

Frequently Asked
Questions

Will my personal injury case have to go to court before I can receive compensation?

A common question clients ask is whether their case must go to trial to be resolved. However, most accident cases are resolved between injury lawyers and insurance companies without the need for personal injury litigation. Nevertheless, if the insurance company is unwilling to offer a settlement meeting the injury victim’s needs, the case will have to go to trial. Because of the possibility of going to court, hiring trial lawyers who fight to help you receive maximum compensation is always best.

How much is my personal injury case worth?

If you have suffered harm due to negligence, you probably want to know how much your personal injury case is worth. However, every accident case is different; therefore, any potential settlement you may receive would depend on the facts and circumstances involved. For example, a client who has suffered a spinal cord injury in a pedestrian accident may receive more compensation than someone who was injured in a minor fender bender. An experienced personal injury attorney can review the case to determine appropriate damages.

What legal elements must exist to win a personal injury claim?

Under California law, several legal elements must exist for an accident victim to file a personal injury claim. The first being that the defendant owed the injured victim a duty of care. Duty of care is the legal responsibility to reasonably prevent another person from being harmed. Second, the defendant breached that duty through their negligent actions. Third, the defendant’s actions caused the plaintiff to suffer an injury. Lastly, the defendant’s injury caused them to suffer damages. You should always allow an experienced attorney to evaluate a claim to determine what legal options exist.

Are there any exceptions to the two-year statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death case in California?

Although generally, California law only allows families up to two years to file a wrongful death claim, there are specific exceptions. Families only have six months to file a claim if a government entity is considered the negligent party. However, in medical malpractice cases, the time limit may be extended to three or one year from the date the injury should have been discovered. Finally, if the case involves a minor, the statute of limitations may be paused until they reach 18 years old, and they then have until they turn 20 to file a claim.

How does a personal injury lawsuit differ from a claim?

A personal injury lawsuit is only filed if a personal injury attorney and the insurance company cannot agree to the terms of a settlement. Once a lawsuit is filed, the case will proceed to court to be resolved. An insurance company may say they want to go to court to try and scare an injured victim into taking a lesser settlement. However, even though a case may be scheduled for trial, a personal injury lawyer and the insurance company can reach a settlement agreement anytime. Settling out of court helps both sides avoid time-consuming and costly litigation.

Why should I seek medical treatment after being involved in an accident?

If you have suffered injuries in an accident, it is always best to seek medical treatment immediately. In some instances, internal injuries do not always manifest themselves immediately. If internal injuries are left untreated, they could result in a fatality. Additionally, often in motor vehicle accidents, individuals experience an adrenaline rush that may mask any pain or symptoms from injuries. Finally, you must have medical documentation supporting your case to file a personal injury claim. Therefore, even if you do not believe you have been injured, it is still wise to be evaluated by a medical professional.

Why do insurance companies try to blame injured victims for causing motor vehicle accidents?

Insurance companies often blame accident victims for motor vehicle collisions to deny or reduce claims. Since motor vehicle accidents may result in insurers paying out substantial claims, their legal teams look for ways to blame personal injury victims to protect their profitability. Many insurance companies often try to manipulate California’s pure comparative negligence law to their advantage, which allows claims to be reduced if an injured victim is found to share the blame for an accident. However, personal injury lawyers know how insurance providers avoid paying settlements and work hard to safeguard their client’s rights throughout the claims process.

Can more than one person or entity be liable in a personal injury case?

More than one person or entity can be liable for injuries or other accident-related damages. However, determining liability issues can be confusing and is best handled by a knowledgeable California personal injury lawyer. State law stipulates that each defendant can be held accountable for the total economic damages. However, if non-economic damages are awarded, defendants are only responsible for their share of liability. If the case goes to trial, the judge or jury will ultimately decide the percentage of damages each party will be ordered to pay.