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Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are severe injuries that disrupt normal brain function, often leading to long-term physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. Traumatic brain injuries can range from mild concussions to catastrophic brain damage, significantly affecting a person’s ability to perform everyday activities and diminishing their quality of life. With TBIs being a significant public…

Chantal Trujillo, senior partner at Rodriguez & Associates, has been selected for membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40. The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 is a professional organization composed of the top trial lawyers from each state or region who are under the age of 40. Membership in…

On June 10, 2024, Rodriguez & Associates completed a 2-week long trial in eastern Iowa, securing over $35 million for a young woman – a record personal injury verdict in the state. An 18-wheeler driving in heavy fog turned in front of an 18-year-old girl causing the girl’s car to crash under the side…

Experiencing the loss of a loved one is a heart-wrenching ordeal that leaves families grappling with profound emotional and financial burdens. In such challenging times, securing professional legal assistance can be crucial in navigating the complexities of wrongful death claims. In this post, our wrongful death attorneys share the critical importance of hiring a…

The Bakersfield Californian wrote an article about Danay Gonzalez, partner at Rodriguez & Associates, who will sing at the Media Music Jam on June 22nd, 2024. Steve Flores, a member of Thee Majestics and the article’s author, shared the compelling story behind her involvement in the event. What started as an invitation to join…

Your attire can play a significant role when preparing for a court appearance. Rodriguez & Associates senior partner Danay Gonzalez offers the following advice to answer the common question, “What do I wear to court?”: How To Dress For A Court Appearance – What You Need to Know Following these guidelines when preparing how…

Jefferson Eberhardt of Rodriguez & Associates has been selected to the 2024 Super Lawyers® Rising Stars list. Jefferson Eberhardt is an attorney at the firm, where he handles all phases of personal injury cases, from intake to litigation. In 2023, Jefferson was part of the litigation team that took Kern High School District to…

Every year, approximately one million Americans receive emergency hospital treatment for traumatic brain injury (TBI). Truck and car accidents, severe falls, and crushing injuries are common instances that can cause a TBI due to negligence resulting in costly care to the individuals involved. TBI claims are necessary to help the victims rebuild their lives…

Rodriguez & Associates is proud to sponsor the Golf Fore Kids golf tournament on April 12, 2024, which raises money for Special Olympics Kern County. Golf Fore Kids is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Special Olympics athletes in Kern County. Special Olympics Kern County is one of nine regional programs…

Chantal Trujillo, senior partner at Rodriguez & Associates, authored a perspective article for the Daily Journal titled, “Understanding the Nuances of Survival and Wrongful Death Actions,” which explores the differences between the two types of actions and how limitations may affect the damages a plaintiff can recover. Chantal discusses changes to survival action laws…