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Rodriguez & Associates is a proud sponsor of the Bakersfield Marathon on March 30, 2025. This Boston-qualifying race begins and ends at the historic Kern County Museum, attracting runners from all over the world to our hometown. Our firm always looks forward to this race, as many of our attorneys and staff members participate…

Working in an oil field is an inherently dangerous profession. The high-risk nature of the environment often involves heavy machinery, elevated platforms, high-pressure systems, and exposure to flammable substances creating numerous safety hazards. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the fatality rate among oil and gas workers is seven times higher…

Truck manufacturers have a critical responsibility to ensure their vehicles and products are safe and perform up to a certain standard. If components and parts do not function properly, they can cause serious truck accidents that can lead to injuries or even death. Determining when a manufacturing company is liable for a truck accident…

Being a part of the Bakersfield community means supporting our local heroes. The attorneys at Rodriguez & Associates are passionate about giving back to the community with their time and resources. Our commitment to our community is a core part of who we are. Listen to partner Joseph Whittington share about an organization he…

A wrongful death case involves an incident or accident that took place, and someone was wrongfully killed because another violated a law or safety regulation that caused the death. When an event like this occurs, a wrongful death attorney provides a way for the surviving family members and loved ones to seek justice and…

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) victims often suffer from serious physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges, not to mention the overwhelming financial burdens that come from medical expenses, lost wages, and a diminished quality of life. When victims or families file a traumatic brain injury (TBI) lawsuit in California, it’s essential to have a personal injury…

A serious injury is a life-altering event with long-term or permanent effects on a victim’s quality of life. Catastrophic injuries often result in severe physical, financial, and emotional consequences that can have a tremendous impact on the victim and their families. Requiring ongoing care, the victim may lose the ability to work or live…

Rodriguez & Associates is proud to announce Blaine Mustoe as its newest partner. With five prior years of experience at the firm representing the community in challenging tort litigation, Blaine will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s success. With extensive experience across all areas of the firm’s practice, Blaine focuses…

Rodriguez & Associates is a proud Silver Sponsor for Kern Autism Network Inc.’s 5th Annual Autism Gala on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Bakersfield Country Club to benefit the Autism community in Kern County. The Kern Autism Network Inc. exists to bring knowledge about Autism to people in Kern and surrounding counties. The…

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…