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Daniel Rodriguez, president and founder of Rodriguez & Associates, grew up as a migrant farm worker. His family, who was constantly on the move from state to state during his childhood, created his appreciation for how the Hispanic community has made an impact both locally and nationwide. Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 – October…

Walking away from a truck accident as an uninjured driver or passenger of a standard-sized vehicle is rare simply due to the sheer size and force of a moving truck. The injuries that occur in a truck accident are generally severe, often including head trauma, internal bleeding, and back and neck injuries.   Yet, seeking…

Personal injury accidents are not always cut and dry. In California, shared fault laws can affect the outcome of your case. Aggressive insurance companies will use shared fault to their advantage, to minimize their client’s responsibility and damages payout. If you have been injured and are pursuing a personal injury claim, working with a…

Chantal A. Trujillo and Danay Gonzalez of Rodriguez & Associates, along with their dogs Penelope and Zola, invite you to Clear the Shelters on August 27, 2022. They teamed up with KGET – TV 17 Bakersfield, an NBC Owned Television Station, and the City of Bakersfield Animal Care Center to raise awareness about the…

Accidents caused by large commercial trucks can be devastating due to the sheer force of a moving truck hitting a car. In these instances, semi-trucks can be 30-40 times the mass of a standard-sized car, reaching 40 tons when fully loaded. Statistically, in an accident involving a car and a semi-truck, the truck’s occupants…

An accident involving a massive truck can leave a wake of devastation for the victim and their family, not to mention mounting medical bills, the uncertainty of the future, as well as pain and suffering. While negligent parties can be held responsible financially, those payments are not issued until the case is resolved. Clients…

After five years as an attorney with Rodriguez & Associates, Danay Gonzalez reflects on how she has followed in the footsteps of her mentor Daniel Rodriguez to become the voice for many in her community. Danay’s family ties to Bakersfield and Lamont have created a natural bond between her work and her community. From…

For Anastasia Drulias, working at Rodriguez & Associates has been a powerful experience that has propelled her toward her dream of becoming an attorney. Since high school, Anastasia has known that she wanted to pursue a career in law. As a local to the Bakersfield area, Rodriguez & Associates is a well-known personal injury…

Daniel Rodriguez was interviewed on Sunrise with KGET – TV 17 Bakersfield about the Depp vs. Heard defamation trial. He talks about the importance of credibility and relatability in these types of cases as well as the influence of social media. During a defamation trial, it is important that witnesses are seen as credible…

Daniel Rodriguez was listed in The Bakersfield Californian’s 2022 Best of Bakersfield Readers’ Choice as a favorite in the Best Personal Injury Lawyer category. Each year, The Bakersfield Californian hosts this competition to help residents find the best of the best in the county. Daniel’s professional dedication to the Bakersfield community has not gone…