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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…

Losing a loved one due to another’s negligence can be potentially devastating to a family, both emotionally and financially. Wrongful death is a legal claim against an at-fault party whose negligent actions contributed to someone’s death. It’s important to understand that in California, wrongful death cases are civil actions intended to provide compensation, not…

Oilfield accidents are among the most severe and life-altering events in the workplace, often leading to catastrophic injuries or fatalities. The hazardous nature of the oil and gas industry makes understanding liability essential for obtaining the compensation and justice victims deserve. Since 2001, Rodriguez & Associates has been dedicated to providing compassionate and results-oriented…

Child sex abuse is a terrible ordeal that unfortunately takes place often. According to the Room Redux in California, 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys is sexually abused before their 18th birthday. No child should have to grow up in an unsafe environment, and even more so, no form of child…

Chantal Trujillo, senior partner, and Joseph Whittington, partner, have been included in the 2025 edition of the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ for their work in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs. Recipients of the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® awards are selected across geographic regions and practice areas…

California’s wildfire crisis has become a devastating reality for many residents. These fires not only cause significant property damage but also result in tragic loss of life. When such a loss occurs due to negligence, it may lead to a personal injury or wrongful death claim. Understanding who is responsible is crucial for the…

Chantal Trujillo, senior partner at Rodriguez & Associates, has been selected for membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40. The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 is a professional organization composed of the top trial lawyers from each state or region who are under the age of 40. Membership in…

A teen who was seriously injured at MB2 Entertainment in Bakersfield, CA has filed a lawsuit against the go-carting facility, alleging negligence in the company’s safety procedures. Despite wearing a helmet and having her hair tied back, the teen’s hair became caught in the engine of the go-cart she was operating, effectively scalping her….

According to California’s wrongful death statute, wrongful death is caused by the legal fault of another person or entity. A wrongful death may occur due to wrongful acts of negligence or intentional acts, including crimes. The following people may file a wrongful death lawsuit in California civil court: The deceased person’s surviving spouse or…