San Mateo Personal Injury Attorneys

Fighting for Justice & Maximum Compensation in Northern California

No one deserves to pay the price for someone else’s negligence. Whether you were hit by a distracted driver, clipped in a pedestrian crosswalk, or injured by a defective product, working with a reputable injury law firm is essential to recovering compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other losses. 

At The Cartwright Law Firm, our personal injury attorneys have over 60 years of experience representing the wrongfully injured in San Mateo. We understand the heavy physical, emotional, and financial toll that comes with a serious injury. Our goal is to minimize stress during your recovery by providing compassionate and strategic counsel at every step. 

When your health is on the line, choose a firm with a winning track record of results in Northern California. As skilled litigators, we never shy away from litigation if necessary to recover a full settlement. No matter the severity of your injuries, you can trust us to give your case the time and personalized attention it deserves. 

If you were wrongfully injured in San Mateo, don’t wait to seek justice. Contact us online to schedule a free case evaluation with our experienced advocates.

Common Cases We Handle

At The Cartwright Law Firm, our attorneys have proven results in a wide range of legal matters. Our practice areas include: 

Personal Injury Law

Whether you’re seeking justice after the wrongful death of a loved one or pursuing compensation after a car accident, our attorneys are well-versed in personal injury law to protect your rights in and out of the courtroom. 

Product Liability

If you were harmed by a defective medical device, faulty machinery, or other unsafe product, our firm can work diligently to identify liable parties and hold them accountable under California’s product liability laws. 

Nursing Home Abuse

If you or a loved one experienced neglect or abuse at a nursing home, our lawyers can aggressively pursue justice and maximum compensation. Our goal is to minimize stress throughout the legal process so your family can focus on healing during this difficult time.

Employment Law

Employment law disputes can be nerve-racking. From workplace discrimination to wrongful termination, our firm is dedicated to safeguarding your employee rights and economic security by guiding your legal steps with care. 

Family Law

Whether you’re filing for a divorce preparing for a child custody and visitation dispute, our attorneys represent couples and families in a wide range of family law cases. We can work to obtain a favorable resolution while minimizing stress throughout the legal proceedings.

How Can I Prove Liability in a Personal Injury Claim?

Because the plaintiff bears the burden of proof in personal injury claims, you and your lawyer are responsible for establishing liability by a preponderance of the evidence. In other words, you must prove that the defendant’s negligence “more likely than not” caused your injuries. 

To recover compensation, you must first demonstrate the following elements: 

• Duty of care. The defendant owed you a duty of care, such as practicing safe driving and obeying traffic laws. 
• Breach of duty. The defendant breached this duty by acting negligently, such as driving while impaired or running a stop sign.
• Causation. The defendant’s actions directly caused your injuries.
• Damages. You suffered compensatory harm (damages) as a result of the breach. 

Remember, consulting a personal injury attorney with proven results in similar injury cases is critical to recovering the full compensation available to you. Our lawyers can evaluate your claim to identify liable parties, calculate damages, and fight for a favorable outcome.