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2025 marks an extraordinary milestone for Martha Ruiz, who is celebrating 40 years of working alongside Daniel Rodriguez, the Founding President of Rodriguez & Associates. Since joining Daniel in 1985, Martha has been a pillar of the team, growing from senior paralegal to office manager, mentoring generations of staff, and guiding the office with…

Stephanie Lopez has served as a paralegal at Rodriguez & Associates for 15 years, consistently demonstrating the dedication and compassion that define our personal injury practice. Her work protects individuals through thoughtful legal guidance and relentless pursuit of justice. Since joining the firm, Stephanie has been instrumental in managing complex cases and supporting our…

This Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on the community that has trusted and supported us for more than 20 years. Rodriguez & Associates has built its foundation on that trust, forming lasting relationships with the people of Bakersfield and Kern County. In return, we remain committed to giving back in meaningful ways throughout the year. Beyond…

When a severe or catastrophic injury upends your life, choosing the right personal injury lawyer is critical to protecting your future. It’s important to know that all personal injury lawyers are not created equal. Some are quick to settle to move on to their next case – more of a “quantity versus quality” approach….

“Blood Alley” is the grim nickname given to a notoriously deadly segment of California’s Highway 46. Despite gradual safety improvements, this twenty-mile stretch remains perilous due to narrow lanes, heavy traffic, and limited safety features, and has been the site of hundreds of serious accidents caused by unsafe road design. When driving one of…

The lawyer you choose to handle your personal injury claim can make or break the outcome of your case. It’s important to know that not all personal injury lawyers are created equal, as their approaches differ in strategy, experience, and results. While every personal injury lawyer can file a claim, only a personal injury…

When negligence results in a deadly accident, surviving family members deserve to be compensated for their devastating loss. Over 40,000 wrongful death lawsuits were filed between 2022 and 2023, each claim representing another grieving family left behind. Filing a wrongful death claim can help the decedent’s surviving heirs receive compensation for the damages they…

For over two decades, Rodriguez & Associates has built a reputation for providing compassionate legal care to individuals and families facing some of the most difficult experiences of their lives, including the loss of a loved one due to another’s negligence. Wrongful death lawsuits require a high degree of sensitivity, with each client facing…

Rodriguez & Associates remains committed to being community-minded both in and out of the courtroom. During this back-to-school season, we were proud to continue our sponsorship of two Bakersfield fundraisers close to our hearts: Dreams and Hope for the Children Back 2 School and Hot 94.1 Romeo’s Backpack Giveaway. Hot 94.1 Romeo’s Backpack Giveaway…

Chantal Trujillo and Joseph Whittington have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Both attorneys have received the distinction in the Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs category, highlighting their commitment to defending the rights of those seriously harmed by others’ negligence. A senior partner at Rodriguez &…