Bakersfield Injury & Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

CHAIN | COHN | STILES is Kern County’s leading plaintiffs’ personal injury and workers’ compensation law firm. Our attorneys have represented clients from all over the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California for more than 85 years. We concentrate our efforts on protecting the rights of individuals who have been seriously injured due to the negligent, reckless or intentional conduct of another. If you have been injured due to the fault of another, you have the right to hold that person or entity accountable, no matter how rich or powerful that person or entity may be. At Chain | Cohn | Stiles, we pride ourselves on having the reputation and resources necessary to overcome the most difficult challenges while achieving the best possible results for our clients.

If you or someone you know has been seriously injured due to the fault of another, please contact us immediately, so that we can help guide you and your loved ones through what might be one of the most difficult times of your life.

RESULTS

$10
MILLION

CURRENT CASES

Ojeda v. Animal Health International, Inc.Wrongful death and negligence claim from a multi-vehicle crash caused by clouds of dust from nearby field work ... READ MORE

Garcia v. City of DelanoWorkers' compensation death benefits case after a maintenance worker suffered a stress-related heart attack on the job ... READ MORE

Jane Doe v. Domino’s PizzaWorkers' compensation, work injury claim after a juvenile girl, an employee of the pizza restaurant, was shot during a robbery ... READ MORE

Owens v. Brookdale Senior LivingElder neglect and fraud lawsuit against a Bakersfield senior rehabilitation center that resulted in the death of an 80-year-old man ... READ MORE

McGowan v. County of KernWrongful death claim brought on behalf of the family of a beloved elderly woman struck and killed by a Sheriff’s deputy patrol car ... READ MORE

Garcia-Santana v. Stevens TruckingNegligence lawsuit from a crash caused by a big rig driver who veered to the side of highway where a stalled vehicle, and passenger, sat ... READ MORE

Morris B. ChainFounder

Morris B. Chain began his legal practice in 1934, and quickly rose to prominence in the local courts, building his reputation as a champion of the underdog. His values laid the foundation for what would become Chain | Cohn | Stiles, Kern County’s leading law firm today.

EducationMorris B. Chain began his legal practice in 1934, and quickly rose to prominence in the local courts, building his reputation as a champion of the underdog. His values laid the foundation for what would become Chain | Cohn | Stiles, Kern County’s leading law firm today.

David K. CohnManaging Partner

Associations

American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
Consumer Attorneys of California
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Kern County Bar Association
International Society of Barristers
Southern California Super Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers Top 100

David V. StilesOf Counsel

Associations

American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
Consumer Attorneys of California
California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform
Kern County Bar Association

James A. YoroSenior Partner

Associations

California Applicants’ Attorneys Association
Consumer Attorneys of California
National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR)
Kern County Bar Association

Mathew C. ClarkSenior Partner

Associations

Consumer Attorneys of California
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Kern County Bar Association
National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Stars

Chad J. A. BoylesAssociate

Education

California State University, Bakersfield, B.A., 2007
Whittier Law School, J.D., 2010

Beatriz A. TrejoAssociate

Education

California State University, Bakersfield, B.A. 2003
California State University, Northridge, M.A. 2005
University of Akron School of Law, J.D. 2011

Tanya D. AlsheikhAssociate

EducationTanya D. Alsheikh is an associate attorney with Chain | Cohn | Stiles, focusing on personal injury cases. Tanya was raised in Bakersfield, received her bachelor’s degree from Loyola Marymount, and her Juris Doctorate from University of San Diego School of Law. She is fluent in Arabic.

Doug Fitz-SimmonsAssociate

EducationDoug graduated from Westmont College, and attended law school at Pepperdine University. He’s originally from Phoenix, AZ. He has more than 25 years of experience working in insurance defense as a trial lawyer, and has tried more than 100 cases in front of jury.

A Reputation for Success

We’re Kern County's leading firm. We’ve been around for 85 years. Insurance companies and defense attorneys know who we are. These reasons, and others highlighted below, go a long way in maximizing recovery for our clients.

Stellar Results

The results we've obtained for our clients over the years are unmatched by any law firm in Kern County. We've recovered more than $50 million for our clients

Stellar Results

Local Connection

All of our lawyers were raised in Kern County, and now call it home. Our familiarity with the local justice system puts you at an advantage.

Local Connection

Dealing With Insurance

Insurance companies will do everything they can to nickel and dime you. Our job is to put them in their place and get you what you deserve.

Dealing With Insurance

Trial Lawyers

Insurance companies know which firms try cases, and which do not. We have a reputation for taking cases to trial if necessary, and this helps maximize recovery for you.

Trial Lawyers

No Defendant Too Big

From insurance companies to government entities and large corporations, we are here to represent you in a court of law.

No Defendant Too Big

No Recovery, No Fee

You owe us nothing up front. We only take a small fee after we win your case.

No Recovery, No Fee

Always Available

We're not a 9-to-5 law firm. We are sensitive to your needs, and therefore, our lawyers and staff are always available to answer your questions and attend to your needs.

Always Available

Thorough Investigations

We have the resources necessary to hire experts and conduct investigations for your case. this has a significant impact in improving the value of your case.

Thorough Investigations

Phone Number:	661.323.4000
Toll Free:	800.322.4529
Fax:	661.324.1352

Bakersfield Injury & Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

RESULTS

CURRENT CASES

A Reputation for Success

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