Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Clients Across California
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At Bostwick & Associates, we take pride in our ability to assist victims and families with all of their personal injury needs. As one of California’s premier plaintiffs’ law firms, we have earned national recognition for our work litigating high-stakes claims involving preventable accidents, serious injuries, and medical malpractice.
If you or someone you love has been injured by another’s negligent or wrongful acts, you may be entitled to a financial recovery of your damages. Bostwick & Associates is available to discuss how we may be able to help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve.
Many of the people who reach out to us are facing life-changing injuries from car wrecks on Highway 101, crashes on I-80 or I-280, or incidents that occurred in San Francisco neighborhoods where they live and work. When you contact our team, we take the time to understand how the incident has affected every part of your life, from your medical treatment at facilities such as Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital or UCSF Medical Center to the impact on your ability to return to work and support your family.
Protect your rights with experienced personal injury lawyers in San Francisco on your side. Call (888) 831-8448 or contact Bostwick & Associates online.
Why Hire Bostwick & Associates for Your Personal Injury Claim in San Francisco?
- More than $1 billion in compensation recovered for clients.
- Record-setting recoveries in CA, HI, WA, OK, and CO.
- Award-winning attorneys named among The Best Lawyers in America.
- A Tier 1-rated firm by U.S. News “Best Law Firms.”
- A Certified Medical Malpractice Specialist by the ABPLA (James Bostwick).
- Contingency fees – there is no fee unless we win.
If you have questions about your case and legal options, we invite you to request a free case evaluation. Our personal injury attorneys are standing by to explain how we may be of assistance in your legal journey.
How We Help After a Serious Accident in San Francisco
After a sudden injury, many people are unsure whether they have a claim or what steps to take next. Our role is to help you evaluate your situation and understand your options under California law.
Our support includes:
- Initial case review: Listening to what happened and reviewing reports from agencies such as the San Francisco Police Department or California Highway Patrol.
- Evaluation of local factors: Considering conditions like traffic patterns on the Bay Bridge or San Francisco city streets that may have contributed to the accident.
- Evidence gathering: Collecting medical records, photographs, witness information, and other key documentation.
- Insurance communication: Reaching out to insurers so you are not handling adjuster calls on your own.
- Damage assessment: Explaining how medical costs, lost income, and future care are evaluated under California law.
- Ongoing support: Keeping you updated as negotiations progress or if litigation becomes necessary.
By handling the legal and procedural details, the goal is to allow you to focus on your recovery while your claim is developed in a structured way.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in San Francisco
At Bostwick & Associates, we represent individuals and families who have suffered serious injuries due to negligence. Our legal team has extensive experience handling a broad range of accident and injury claims, providing dedicated, results-driven advocacy tailored to each client's unique situation.
We offer legal services across a wide spectrum of personal injury cases, including:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: We handle all types of roadway collisions, including accidents involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses, and pedestrians. Whether caused by distracted driving, speeding, or other negligent behavior, we fight to recover full compensation for our clients.
- Bicycle Accidents: Protecting injured cyclists and holding negligent drivers and municipalities accountable for unsafe conditions.
- Construction and Workplace Accidents: Representing workers injured on construction sites, industrial facilities, and other workplaces, including cases involving unsafe equipment, falls, and employer negligence.
- Premises Liability: Handling injuries caused by dangerous property conditions, including slip and falls, inadequate maintenance, and negligent security.
- Catastrophic Injuries: Advocating for victims who have suffered life-altering harm, such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or severe burns requiring long-term care.
- Medical Malpractice: Holding healthcare providers accountable for preventable errors, including surgical mistakes, misdiagnosis, and failures in care that result in serious harm.
- Birth Injuries: Representing families affected by negligence during pregnancy, labor, or delivery, leading to lasting complications.
- Product Liability: Pursuing claims against manufacturers for defective products and harmful medications that put consumers at risk.
- Dog Bites: Helping victims recover compensation after animal attacks caused by negligent pet ownership.
- Wrongful Death: Supporting families who have lost a loved one due to another party’s negligence, seeking justice and financial recovery on their behalf.
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Record-Setting $21,000,000 Personal Injury, Brain Injury, Auto/Truck Accident
Largest California non-punitive verdict for a single individual (San Francisco County, Zivic v. Winterland).
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Record-Setting $17,000,000 Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Sepsis, Medication Error
Settlement for a brain-injured baby.
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Record-Setting $16,500,000 Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Medical Malpractice, Cerebral Palsy
Record setting-settlement for a brain injured baby.
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Record-Setting $15,000,000 Brain Injury, Birth Injury, Medical Malpractice, Cerebral Palsy
Largest pretrial settlement against the United States in Hawaii for a child who suffered brain damage during birth.
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Record-Setting $14,000,000 Medical Malpractice, Brain Injury, Neonatal Injury, Surgical Injury
Surgery error on a 3-day old child resulted in brain injuries.
Contact Our Personal Injury Attorneys in San Francisco
No matter what your personal injury case may be, we can help. We understand that personal injury comes with a host of unforeseen problems, including financial, medical, physical, career, and family. It is not an easy time, but it does not have to be any more difficult. Contact our award-winning attorneys today for a free consultation. We have recovered over $1 billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients.
When you contact our personal injury attorney in San Francisco, you can ask questions about how medical bills will be handled, what to expect from insurance adjusters, and how long the legal process might take in California courts, such as San Francisco County Superior Court.
During your initial call, we will gather basic information about the incident, explain key deadlines that may apply under California law, and outline the next steps if we believe our firm is a good fit for your situation. Our goal is to give you clear, practical guidance so you can make informed decisions about whether to pursue a claim and how our personal injury law firm in San Francisco approaches investigation, negotiation, and, when necessary, litigation.
Get strong legal representation from personal injury lawyers in San Francisco today. Call (888) 831-8448 or contact Bostwick & Associates.
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED LAW FIRM
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Inner Circle of AdvocatesInvitation-only organization of the top 100 plaintiff trial lawyers in the U.S.
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International Academy of Trial LawyersFormer President of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, limited to the top 500 trial lawyers in the U.S.
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American Board of Trial AdvocatesInvitation-only group of the nation’s top civil lawyers and judges.
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Super Lawyers 2024James S. Bostwick has been named top-rated medical malpractice attorneys in Northern California.
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The Best Lawyers in AmericaRecognized since its inception in 1983 by this peer-reviewed publication, comprised of the best legal talent in the world. Awarded Best Malpractice Lawyer in 2012 and 2013.
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LawdragonJames Bostwick inducted into the Hall of Fame and featured among the Top 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in America.
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American Board of Professional Liability AttorneysJames Bostwick is a nationally certified medical malpractice specialist and founding member.
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Best Law Firms 2026Recognized for professional excellence with impressive ratings from clients and peers.
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The National Trial LawyersJames Bostwick is listed in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers.
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Multi-Million Dollar AdvocatesAn exclusive group limited to less than 1% of U.S. attorneys who have won multi-million dollar results.
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America's Top 100 Med Mal LitigatorsJames Bostwick's exceptional talents have been recognized by America’s Top 100 Medical Malpractice Litigators®, where he remains among some of the most esteemed medical malpractice litigators throughout the country.
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Supers Lawyers 20 YearsJames S. Bostwick has been named as a Super Lawyer for the past 20 years.