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Compassionate Legal Advocacy with Over $1 Billion in Client Recoveries Rodriguez & Associates was founded in 2001 with a vision to serve the Bakersfield, California, community with unwavering dedication toward clients facing overwhelming obstacles, offering a compassionate, client-centered approach to personal injury law. For over two decades, the firm has represented thousands of clients…

We are often asked: What do I need to bring to my personal injury legal consultation? Our answer: It is important to bring all the proper documentation to your first legal consultation to help your attorney know what they are up against and what resources they need to utilize to give you the best…

A question our Bakersfield personal injury attorneys are often asked is when to contact an attorney after a car accident. The answer is simple: right away. Rodriguez & Associates Senior Partner Joel Andreeson explains in the video below why contacting an attorney as soon as possible is important to the success of your car…

Rodriguez & Associates is a proud sponsor of the Bakersfield Marathon on March 30, 2025. This Boston-qualifying race begins and ends at the historic Kern County Museum, attracting runners from all over the world to our hometown. Our firm always looks forward to this race, as many of our attorneys and staff members participate…

Working in an oil field is an inherently dangerous profession. The high-risk nature of the environment often involves heavy machinery, elevated platforms, high-pressure systems, and exposure to flammable substances creating numerous safety hazards. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the fatality rate among oil and gas workers is seven times higher…

Truck manufacturers have a critical responsibility to ensure their vehicles and products are safe and perform up to a certain standard. If components and parts do not function properly, they can cause serious truck accidents that can lead to injuries or even death. Determining when a manufacturing company is liable for a truck accident…

Being a part of the Bakersfield community means supporting our local heroes. The attorneys at Rodriguez & Associates are passionate about giving back to the community with their time and resources. Our commitment to our community is a core part of who we are. Listen to partner Joseph Whittington share about an organization he…

A wrongful death case involves an incident or accident that took place, and someone was wrongfully killed because another violated a law or safety regulation that caused the death. When an event like this occurs, a wrongful death attorney provides a way for the surviving family members and loved ones to seek justice and…

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) victims often suffer from serious physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges, not to mention the overwhelming financial burdens that come from medical expenses, lost wages, and a diminished quality of life. When victims or families file a traumatic brain injury (TBI) lawsuit in California, it’s essential to have a personal injury…

A serious injury is a life-altering event with long-term or permanent effects on a victim’s quality of life. Catastrophic injuries often result in severe physical, financial, and emotional consequences that can have a tremendous impact on the victim and their families. Requiring ongoing care, the victim may lose the ability to work or live…