Bowles & Verna LLP
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Bowles & Verna LLP
925-478-5763
A Giant In The Courtroom

Experienced San Francisco Bay Area Personal Injury Attorneys

If you have been injured as a result of someone else’s carelessness, it can be frustrating to be left shouldering the medical expenses on your own. Bowles & Verna LLP is a personal injury law firm that represents clients in the greater Bay Area, including San Francisco, San Jose and Oakland, as well as throughout California. Our goal is to help you pursue just compensation from the responsible party.

Personal Injury Representation Across The San Francisco Bay Area

Bowles & Verna LLP has served Bay Area clients since 1985. Partners Robert Bowles and Michael Verna began their legal careers at a prominent Bay Area firm in the 1970s. Mr. Bowles launched Bowles & Verna LLP on his own in 1985, and Mr. Verna joined him in 1986. Since then, our firm has handled high-profile domestic and international cases while remaining personally accessible to local clients, with most of our attorneys having more than a decade of experience.

Our personal injury law firm is not limited by geography, and we are not limited by the size of a case, either. Bowles & Verna LLP focuses on helping clients who have suffered the most severe and catastrophic injuries, and our Bay Area personal injury attorneys have won many multimillion-dollar cases on behalf of our clients. For more than 40 years, our law firm has been helping seriously injured clients and their families receive much-needed compensation for their losses so they can begin rebuilding their lives. It can be hard to know whether your case can go to court, particularly if it crosses international boundaries. Contact our office to schedule an initial consultation and discuss your chances of success with an experienced personal injury lawyer.

Serious And Catastrophic Injury Cases We Handle

Bowles & Verna LLP represents people and families facing severe injuries and life-changing losses. The firm handles complex cases involving:

Catastrophic And Fatal Injuries

A serious injury can affect a person’s health, independence and ability to work. The firm represents clients and families in cases involving:

These cases demand serious legal resources and proven courtroom experience. We stand with you and your family every step of the way.

Motor Vehicle And Road Accident Claims

A collision can cause serious injuries and raise difficult questions about fault and insurance coverage. We have the resources and experience to go up against even the largest insurance companies refusing to compensate injured clients. For more than four decades, our Walnut Creek-based law firm has been handling motor vehicle accident litigation, including:

When insurers refuse to pay what you deserve, we do not walk away. We take the fight to court if that is what it takes.

Other Transportation Accident Claims

Injuries involving public and water transportation may require investigation into operator conduct, maintenance and other circumstances. The firm handles claims involving:

These cases often involve multiple responsible parties and demand thorough investigation. We have the experience and resources to pursue every avenue of recovery.

Aviation Accident Claims

Aviation accident cases can involve complex investigations and multiple potentially responsible parties. During an interview on CNN, attorney Michael Verna discussed the case regarding the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.

There are few law firms that handle the complexities of aviation accidents on an international level such as Bowles & Verna LLP. Since 1997, we have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for victims and family members affected by airline crashes. We have represented clients in a wide range of such cases, including:

Other Serious Injury Claims

Serious injuries can also result from dangerous products, unsafe workplaces, hazardous properties or toxic exposure. The firm handles cases involving:

If a dangerous product, unsafe workplace or hazardous property injured you, you may have the right to significant compensation. We can help you understand what your case is worth.

Types Of Compensation Available In A Personal Injury Claim

A serious injury can disrupt your health, your income and your quality of life. A personal injury claim may entitle you to compensation for:

  • Emergency treatment, surgery and rehabilitation
  • Future medical expenses, assistive equipment and necessary home modifications
  • Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of consortium and household services

The amount you can recover depends on your injuries and the circumstances of your case. We can help you understand what your claim may be worth.

How To Preserve Evidence After An Accident In The Bay Area

Strong evidence is the foundation of a successful personal injury case. After an accident, gather and preserve the following:

  • Photographs of vehicle damage, dangerous property conditions and visible injuries
  • Witness names and contact information
  • Police reports and official incident reports
  • Medical records, bills and treatment receipts
  • Communications from insurance companies
  • Surveillance footage, vehicle data and maintenance records

Evidence can disappear quickly. The sooner you act, the stronger your case will be.

Understanding The Personal Injury Case Process

No two personal injury cases are alike, but most follow a similar path. Here is what you can generally expect:

  • Case evaluation: We review the accident, available evidence, insurance coverage and the full extent of your injuries.
  • Liability investigation: We identify all parties whose conduct contributed to your harm.
  • Settlement negotiations: We negotiate with insurers and opposing parties to pursue full and fair compensation.
  • Filing a lawsuit: If negotiations stall, we file a lawsuit and prepare your case for trial.
  • Discovery and trial preparation: We gather evidence, depose witnesses and build the strongest possible case.

We are prepared to take your case to trial when necessary.

Should I Take The Settlement An Insurance Adjuster Offered Me?

Not before consulting with a lawyer. Whether you were hurt in a car accident, a grocery store slip-and-fall or harmed by a defective product, you may be entitled to compensation, depending on liability and the circumstances, covering all of your related expenses and reflecting the harm you’ve suffered.

Insurance companies are driven by the goal of settling claims as quickly and cheaply as possible. Don’t feel rushed to take any settlement without consulting one of our experienced injury attorneys.

The Defendant In My Personal Injury Case Would Be A Major Corporation. Do I Have Any Chance Of Winning?

You should not be intimidated by well-known and well-funded defendants. If you were injured by the company’s negligence, you deserve compensation. Our firm has two dozen attorneys and the resources to take on even the largest corporations. With a skilled attorney on your side, you may be surprised at what can be accomplished.

Speak With A Bay Area Personal Injury Attorney

If you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries or wrongful death in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and you want to talk to a lawyer about your rights and options, contact the law firm of Bowles & Verna LLP by calling 925-478-5763.