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At Smith & Baltaxe, LLP, we help clients who find themselves in difficult situations following an accident on the job, providing them with detailed information, legal assistance, and a variety of tools to quickly and easily claim proper compensation for their injuries.
At Smith & Baltaxe, LLP, we help clients who find themselves in difficult situations following an accident on the job, providing them with detailed information, legal assistance, and a variety of tools to quickly and easily claim proper compensation for their injuries.
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Workers' compensation is a complex area of law that has an extraordinary impact on the lives of injured working men and women throughout California. At the workers compensation law firm of Smith & Baltaxe, LLP, we have dedicated our careers to studying and practicing workers' compensation law and standing up for the rights of injured workers.
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Jen Mao
Sep 04, 2021
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I did a inquiry online. They replied the next business day. I called for a free consultation. I was able to talk to the attorney immediately. He was friendly, patient, knowledgeable and straightforward. Too bad my case is out of five years mark, they can not give me legal help, but they gave me advice how can precede myself. I would recommend them.
Aimee Ochoa
Aug 21, 2020
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We had a great experience with Byron Smith. He brought calm to an otherwise very stressful situation. We had a difficult case but he still didn't hesitate to take us on as a client. He was always available with answers to my questions throughout the entire process. He advised us as well as listened to us each step of the way. I would definitely recommend him for your workers comp needs.
Joy
Jan 24, 2020
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Betajohmarie Brown
Dec 17, 2019
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Listen, I only post reviews when I've had a significantly positive, or if applicable, negative consumer experience.
From Day 1: I met and quickly gained confidence from my interactions with the firm in general, but more importantly, with my attorney in specific. (B. Baltaxe).
My attorney was so impressive to me because he dmonstrated such a command (expert knowledge and legal insightfulness)of the laws governing employees as related to work related injuries.
In addition, I found the firm AND my attorney to be VERY receptive to my needs/concerns, and patiently explained any legal.jargon/concepts
From Day 1: I met and quickly gained confidence from my interactions with the firm in general, but more importantly, with my attorney in specific. (B. Baltaxe).
My attorney was so impressive to me because he dmonstrated such a command (expert knowledge and legal insightfulness)of the laws governing employees as related to work related injuries.
In addition, I found the firm AND my attorney to be VERY receptive to my needs/concerns, and patiently explained any legal.jargon/concepts
Rumeka Mcglothin
Nov 25, 2019
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Byron Smith where do I start this man is the best attorney best person to have on your side every step of the way he let me know what was going on what to look forward to and on top of him being my attorney he was more of a friend you will probably never see that from anyone else I would recommend him 1000x over not to mention he won my case without going to trial and it didn't take him years to do it love the entire team they are truly the best
Dan Bender
Oct 29, 2019
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Byron Smith graciously helped evaluate and untangle a complex worker's compensation and disability case, providing crucial background and information that enabled us to file required paperwork on our own. Without his help, we would have proceeded down several dead ends. Although he spent several hours consulting on our behalf, he did so free of charge. Even when offered compensation for his time, Byron would accept no payment. Had our case warranted further legal representation, we would hire him without reservation. Byron impressed us as highly compassionate, ethical, fair, diligent, and competent
Vargas V.
Mar 18, 2019
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Belinda Go
Jan 25, 2019
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Excellent Workman’s Comp Attorney
Attorney Bernhard Baltaxe is amazing. I highly recommend him and cannot say enough about him. All the valuable advise he has given me really worked out well and has truly helped me.
His first advise allowed me to have the neck surgery I badly needed. The surgery helped me recover from a very painful and debilitating neck injury. In the middle of the case, because of the stress of having all these court hearings, I was willing and about to give up and just give in to what work comp offered. But Atty Baltaxe advised to continue fighting. He won my case! It was
Attorney Bernhard Baltaxe is amazing. I highly recommend him and cannot say enough about him. All the valuable advise he has given me really worked out well and has truly helped me.
His first advise allowed me to have the neck surgery I badly needed. The surgery helped me recover from a very painful and debilitating neck injury. In the middle of the case, because of the stress of having all these court hearings, I was willing and about to give up and just give in to what work comp offered. But Atty Baltaxe advised to continue fighting. He won my case! It was
Meg Fields
Nov 28, 2018
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Bernie Baltaxe was highly recommended to me by my brother in law, a lawyer who specialized in another area of law.
My back was injured over time working in tough conditions as an RN (cumulative injury) and in a job specific accident.
I took a leave, never expecting that I wouldn't return. It took a long time to follow up on the Workers Comp medical care and see where it would go. Long story short, I was seriously injured and couldn't return to that type of work.
Bernie intelligently walked me through my options, which I knew nothing about, and the job wasn't forthcoming with offers.
Bernie
My back was injured over time working in tough conditions as an RN (cumulative injury) and in a job specific accident.
I took a leave, never expecting that I wouldn't return. It took a long time to follow up on the Workers Comp medical care and see where it would go. Long story short, I was seriously injured and couldn't return to that type of work.
Bernie intelligently walked me through my options, which I knew nothing about, and the job wasn't forthcoming with offers.
Bernie
Mary W.
May 26, 2016
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Maki W.
Feb 25, 2016
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Yul D.
Oct 22, 2012
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I would like to give Mr. Bernie Baltaxe, my highest recommendation, I used him in my workers comp case, and he really was a bull dog on the insurance company on my behalf. Where there was NO communication, after the intervention of Mr. Baltaxe suddenly everything opened up. He was certainly worth every penny he got paid and more. He knows his stuff, and is a trustworthy individual. The reality the average individual is at a deficit with these insurance companies, but with Mr. Baltaxe, I felt that I had a fighting chance. Thank you soooooo much Mr. Baltaxe!
Anna W.
Apr 30, 2012
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Bernard Baltaxe represented me in a workers comp case. He made a very stressful situation less difficult, and I felt like he went the extra mile for me. He was quite knowledgeable, and made sure I understood everything that was going to happen and all of my options. Also, he spent a lot of time talking with me and making sure that I felt comfortable. I am very grateful for his time, energy, and assistance.
Pualani H.
Mar 29, 2012
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Aloha, It's Pualani from the city by the Bay. I've had the pleasure of being represented by Byron T. Smith of the law firm of Smith & Baltaxe Byron always takes the time to answer my questions personally, HMr. Smith has represented me in several cases and all of my cases have been in our favor. He is a trustworthy lawyer and his office also provides services in Spanish.
Bee F.
Jan 25, 2008
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