We Treat Our Clients Like Family, Not a Claim Number…
Hello, my name is Michael Phillips, founder of Phillips Personal Injury and I pride myself on being able to provide my clients with the individualized attention that each case deserves. My firm belief is that I do my job best when I work hand in hand with my clients and we become partners in this journey. From the first consultation until the case is finished, I am accessible to my clients and always just a phone call or an email away. Having to deal with the stress of medical treatment and missed work because of the fault of another is stressful. Let me be there to do my very best to lessen that burden so that you can move forward in life with a lawyer and a friend who truly cares.
I offer no-charge consultations and we can “meet” via video chat or Zoom. I accept cases in the greater Sacramento area and northern California including Nevada County and the "Gold Country."
Not sure if you have a case? Are friends and family telling you to call a lawyer? Are you starting to be suspicious about the insurance adjuster you’re dealing with? Call us or click here to email— we offer free, no-obligation consultations. Have questions? We are happy to talk with you about your situation and your concerns, and how we can help you though this challenging process. It’s easy — just give us a call.
Warm regards, Michael
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Seven Reasons Phillips Personal Injury is Different
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Not sure if you have a case? Are friends and family telling you to call a lawyer? Are you starting to be suspicious about the insurance adjuster you’re dealing with? We offer free, no-obligation consultations. We are happy to talk with you about your situation and your concerns, and how we can help you though this challenging process. It’s easy — just give us a call.
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Like all injury lawyers, we get paid on a contingency basis which means we don’t get paid unless you do. If we don’t win, you don’t pay us. But we go a step further with our “peace of mind guarantee”. Peace of mind is great to have when a lawyer is working on your case because it allows you to focus on your recovery and reduces the stress and anxiety that comes with dealing with a legal case. This can help you feel more confident and secure in the outcome of your case, and can allow you to rest easy.
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When you hire our law firm you hire a lawyer, not a legal assistant. You will work directly with your personal injury attorney, who will be with you throughout the process to answer your questions.
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Your attorney will return phone calls within one business day. If the lawyer can't talk to you when you call, our office manager will immediately send an electronic alert that you wish to speak with your attorney.
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Our beautifully designed client portal makes it easy to access your file. Whether you're in your living room or on your mobile device at work. We're never more than a click away.
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Our clients lead busy lives, and we are designed to work around their schedules. With anytime access to your case file, you can work with us when it's convenient for you.
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When you hire Phillips Personal Injury, you get access to some of the best medical providers and specialists willing to assist you, insurance companies that sit up and take notice, and meaningful settlements that help you get back on your feet.
Our Focus is Road and Highway Litigation…
You would never expect one doctor to be a general practitioner, do open heart surgery on the weekends and perform brain surgery every now and then. But most personal injury lawyers do exactly that – dabble in many completely different areas of law. Phillips Personal Injury offers total focus in only one area of law – litigation involving car accidents and truck accidents and the injuries they cause. This focus has one purpose – helping people who have been seriously injured in motor vehicle collisions – and doing it better than any other personal injury lawyer in northern California.
Over the years, we have learned there is no such thing as a generic vehicle or pedestrian collision, as every type of vehicle crash or pedestrian injury may have unique rules of fault and mechanics of injury.
If the collision involved a big-rig or bus, there are federal laws, in addition to state laws, which must be considered, so it is important to find a road and highway injury attorney familiar with each type of claim.
Also, almost every vehicle collision involves one or more insurance companies: car insurance, health insurance and third party liability insurance. Coverage issues and exclusions can be very important in road and highway litigation to maximize your recovery
Car Crashes
Car accidents are responsible for the majority of personal injury claims in the U.S. This isn’t surprising, given that there were 5,615,000 police reported car crashes in 2012, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Injured by Drunk Driver
If you or a loved one is injured or killed by a drunk driver, a civil suit for damages may be your best path to fully recover for your losses.
Semi-Truck and Trailer
Truck collisions are among the worst kind of motor vehicle crashes. Injuries from these types of collisions are often very serious because of the size and weight of the truck.
Logging Trucks
With these types of accidents, liability will depend on a number of factors. It is possible to hold the truck driving company, the logging company and the manufacturer of the tie-down equipment liable. However, this is not always the case and depends on a number of factors.
Tow Trucks
Tow trucks are heavy, large, and loaded with specialized equipment, making driving them cumbersome. Truck drivers should consider these factors and proceed with caution on the roads. If they fail in their duties and cause an accident that hurts another, truck drivers can be liable for their negligence
City Buses
We understand the complexities of bus accident cases, including the role of bus companies, government agencies, and insurance companies, and we have the expertise to build a strong case on your behalf.
RV & Motor-Home Vehicle Crashes
The average motor-home weighs 5,200 pounds. A vehicle this big can cause extreme damage to the surrounding property and leave many victims enduring severe pain and suffering. Data reports that over 10 million families own an RV, which puts adults at risk and children.
Amazon Delivery Truck Crashes
Amazon’s shipping operations are growing fast. It is recruiting nationally for drivers to deliver locally, intrastate and interstate. Amazon Logistics, the Amazon “Delivery Service Partner “(DSP) program, the Amazon Freight Partners program (AFP), Amazon Flex, and Amazon Prime are just some of the names of various Amazon businesses that make up its transportation network.
Garbage Truck Accidents
A garbage truck, also known as a waste collection vehicle (WCV), is a truck designed to pick up waste and haul it to landfills and/or recycling or treatment facilities. We see these trucks on the roads and in our neighborhoods regularly. Sanitation trucks perform a necessary service and help keep our communities clean. However, if a garbage truck is involved in an accident with a car, motorcycle, or someone on foot, the consequences can be very serious and even fatal.
U-Haul Rental Truck Crashes
U-Haul trucks are convenient and a cost-effective way to use a truck without needing to purchase one. Unfortunately, many people who drive U-Haul trucks are not experienced in driving large vehicles and may cause a truck accident that injures other drivers, motorcyclists, and pedestrians. Sometimes, the companies that rent out U-Haul trucks do not properly maintain the trucks.
Uber Ride-share Accidents
Despite their convenience and ease, rideshare accidents still happen. Because ridesharing policies and laws are constantly evolving, it’s important to understand your rights if you were injured in an Uber or Lyft related auto accident. The simple fact is, injury claims involving Uber and Lyft are especially complex as compared to a “normal” auto collision.
Turo Accidents
Getting compensated after a Turo accident can be a challenge. The reason for this lies in how Turo operates and the different and sometimes confusing options they give to owners and renters. Turo accidents can be complex because they differ from regular car accident claims, where the at-fault party is usually clear.
Flatbed Truck Accident
Being involved in an accident with a flatbed truck can be a challenging and traumatic experience. Many people experience more severe injuries than crashes involving smaller automobiles due to the sheer size of the tractor-trailer truck.
Staying on the Cutting Edge of Medicine…
Unlike most injury attorneys who’ll take any kind of case. We focus our practice on orthopedic and brain injury so we can stay on the cutting edge of the medicine. Because of our focus, we have been able to build relationships with treatment providers and experts across different medical specialties to help you recover full and fair compensation.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Injury Lawyer
Traumatic Brain Injury – The Invisible Injury
Traumatic brain injuries are often referred to as invisible injuries because they cannot be seen like a broken arm or bruise. Phillips Personal Injury,compassionately represent and understand the needs of traumatic brain injury victims, working tirelessly to ensure that innocent victims receive full and fair compensation for their injury. Those who survive a TBI can face effects that last a few days, or the rest of their lives. Effects of TBI can include impairments related to thinking or memory, movement, sensation (e.g., vision or hearing), or emotional functioning (e.g., personality changes, depression).
Your Best Care Is Our First Concern
“Feeling like yourself” again is always our top concern. Frequently, our clients are often shuttled around the medical system without a singular person overlooking their care or worse yet, are told that there is noting to be done. We understand how frustrating it can be not knowing what kind of care you need and who to see for your brain injury. Because we stay on the cutting edge of brain injury medicine, we have been able to build relationships with treatment providers and experts across the state, who can help you get the treatment you deserve and prove the “invisible injury”.
Spine & Back Injury Lawyer
We Have the Skills and Commitment Necessary to Successfully Litigate Your Spine & Back Injury Claim.
There are four sections of the spinal cord: cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral. Each section of the spine protects different groups of nerves that control the body. The types and severity of spinal cord injuries can depend on the section of the spine that is injured. Nerve pain due to an accident can cause an immense amount of physical pain and discomfort. The impact and resulting torque placed on drivers and passengers in an auto collision can be immense. The pain associated with your injury may be constant, intermittent, or caused by specific movements, actions or positions.
Whiplash & Neck Injury Lawyer
We Tackle Tough Cases and Protect You From Present and Future Costs that Someone Else’s Carelessness Caused.
One of the most common injuries received in any form of auto collisions are neck and back injuries. These injuries can manifest and settle in many different ways depending on the severity of the accident, but they should never be belittled, even if you feel it’s not too serious. Because of the fact that people have varying ranges of pain tolerance, physicians may feel a neck or back injury is less severe than it really is, resulting in lack of treatment, or wrong treatment all together.
Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Disc Herniation Injury Lawyer
We Fight Hard to Obtain Full and Fair Compensation For This Serious Injury
Herniated discs and bulging discs are common injuries suffered by victims often times in high-impact vehicle collisions or falls. These injuries can be very debilitating and life altering. Because of that, financial compensation for injured victims who have suffered a herniated or bulging disc can be high because the injured person may have long-lasting side effects that require ongoing medical treatment and possible future surgery.
If you’ve been hurt in an accident and now have a bulging or herniated disc, you need a personal injury lawyer who truly understands the nature of your injury and will help you receive full and fair compensation.
Facet Joint Injury Lawyer
Unlike a Lot of Injury Lawyers, We Truly Understand How Serious This Injury Is.
Facet joint pain is the most common cause of long term pain following a car accident. Such pain may occur alone or in conjunction with other disc injury and pain. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for an individual to experience injury to the facet joints at multiple locations with long term consequences. Additionally, this injury can lead to expensive future medical costs, including costly long term physical therapy and medical interventions to relieve pain and restore your health. Anyone facing the aftermath of a facet joint injury should find an experienced lawyer with the knowledge and understanding to handle these complex cases.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Lawyer
CRPS is a chronic pain condition that typically occurs after an injury or trauma to a limb, causing severe and persistent pain. We are experienced in representing individuals who have developed CRPS as a result of accidents or other circumstances where negligence or wrongdoing may be involved. We understand the complexities of CRPS and its impact on the individual's life, and advocate for our clients to seek compensation for their medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other damages for this life long condition.
CRPS is commonly referred to as a “mystery” illness because it often goes unnoticed until it flares up after a traumatic injury. However, if you have CRPS, the pain will not go away after the underlying injury has healed. Instead, you will continue to suffer extreme pain and tenderness in the affected limb that will generally continue to get worse with time. Oftentimes, the condition is even missed by treating doctors.
Unfortunately, most injury lawyers do not understand CRPS because the link between your injury and CRPS can be difficult to find. Anyone suffering from CRPS, will want an experienced lawyer with the knowledge and understanding to handle this complex injury. That’s where we come in!
California Wrongful Death Lawyer
Supporting You and Your Family During this Difficult Time
Before saying anything else, we want you to know that our hearts go out to you and your entire family in the midst of this profoundly painful and distressing situation. We can imagine that you are experiencing a wide range of conflicting emotions right now. We want you to know that we care deeply about your situation and are here to help you in any way we can.
While no amount of financial payment can ever compensate for the loss of a loved one, being financially secure in the family's future and the comfort of responsible parties being brought to justice can provide a sense of closure and security to survivors.
Let's Chat.
If you are looking for an attorney you can talk to, and who is truly interested in you and your situation, then call my office at 530-265-0186 to schedule your free consultation. Or if you prefer, you can email me directly using the address box.
I am available for conferences in person, on the telephone, or we can meet by “Zoom” from the convenience of your own home or office.
I represent clients in all of Northern California, from the “Gold Country” to the “Redwood Coast”