Rodriguez & Associates Obtains $70M Verdict
Personal injury attorney, Daniel Rodriguez, along with attorneys Chantal Trujillo and Danay Gonzalez, obtained a $70,578,289 million verdict, the highest personal injury verdict in Kern County history at the time. A mother, with her two children, was driving in an SUV when a big rig ran a red light and slammed into her car….
Lane Splitting in California: What You Need To Know
If you’ve ever been stuck in traffic and seen a motorcycle create its own lane by zipping between your car and the one next to you, you’ve witnessed what’s called lane splitting. It’s a common move for motorcyclists on freeways and crowded streets. It also causes its fair share of controversy. Lane splitting enjoys…
I Was Hit While Jaywalking – Can I still Recover Compensation?
In Bakersfield, traffic lights and signs are in place for a reason. This critical infrastructure keeps drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike safe on the road — and jaywalking can put your life in danger. However, if you suffer an injury while jaywalking, you may still recover compensation for your injuries. Comparative Negligence in Pedestrian…
What Are the Psychological Effects of Being in a Car Accident?
The aftermath of a car accident can be physically painful — but many of us tend to overlook the psychological impacts these collisions can have. From the development of mental health conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder to long-lasting impacts on our daily activities, the mental toll of a car accident can be overwhelming….
Rodriguez & Associates Named To “Top 100 Verdicts in California in 2019” List
Rodriguez & Associates has been listed in Top Verdict’s “Top 100 Verdicts in California in 2019” list. Our firm was listed three times: Listing #5: Amount: $70,578,289.00 Attorneys: Daniel Rodriguez Case: Cuevas v. Rai Transport Inc. Type: Car Accident, Motor Vehicle Accident, Personal Injury, Truck Accident, Brain Injury, Negligent Tort, Vicarious Liability, Respondeat Superior…
The Importance of Evidence in Trucking Accidents
If you are involved in a truck accident, it is important to have an expert truck accident attorney on your side. At Rodriguez & Associates, our Bakersfield truck accident attorneys have handled hundreds of truck accident cases.
What to Do if Your Insurance Benefits Are Impacted by Coronavirus
The COVID-19 pandemic is quickly changing the way of life for people across the world, including here in the United States. Governments across the country are issuing shelter-in-place orders, asking non-essential businesses to close or work remotely, and quickly ramping up health precautions for performing essential activities. For many Californians, these changes mean loss…
Our Bakersfield Personal Injury Attorneys are Available During the COVID-19 Pandemic
We hope this post finds you and your family healthy and well during these uncertain times. While we may not be able to meet in person, you might still “see” us on buses around town. Our attorneys and staff are safely working from home and are available to help clients and potential clients in…
What Are the Types of Spinal Cord Injuries?
Spinal cord injuries are very severe, often leading to paralysis, loss of function, and permanent disability. However, there are many different types of spinal cord injuries, each with their own unique symptoms and recovery timelines. If you are filing a personal injury claim against the party responsible for your spinal cord injury, it is…
Rodriguez & Associates Attorneys on The Great Trials Podcast
Daniel Rodriguez, Chantal A. Trujillo and Danay Gonzalez were guests on the Great Trials Podcast on Tuesday, April 14th, 2020. Listeners got a behind the scenes look of the Taft Unified School District v. Cleveland case. In 2013, Bryan Oliver, opened fire with a shot gun at Taft High School, seriously injuring his classmate,…