Some work environments are more dangerous than others, but workplace injuries or accidents can happen to anyone in any profession, job setting, or business. If you have suffered due to a work-related injury, illness, disease, or chronic medical condition then you may be able to pursue financial benefits through a workers' compensation claim.
Employers must have workers' compensation insurance, which covers injured workers in the event of a workplace injury. Unfortunately, filing a workers' compensation claim is not always easy or straightforward. Our Central Valley workers' compensation lawyers proudly represent employees who have been injured in Fresno and Bakersfield, California.
Employers must have workers' compensation insurance, which covers injured workers in the event of a workplace injury. Unfortunately, filing a workers' compensation claim is not always easy or straightforward. Our Central Valley workers' compensation lawyers proudly represent employees who have been injured in Fresno and Bakersfield, California.
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Jose D.
Jan 15, 2022
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My personal experience with this company was very bad. At first they treated me very well but then the person I had to deal with on the phone was very rude and I had no choice but to talk to her seriously and they agreed that I was going to go to the office. When I went to the office to talk to them personally and when I got there the secretary told me that they were no longer going to pursue my case and did not give me any explanation whatsoever. Because they had made that decision, she just told me nothing else and they almost forced me out of the office without any explanation as to what reason
Fred C.
Nov 09, 2021
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Well it's been a year since my last review and next March 4 years since they took the case. It might be April would have to look at my lots and lots of notes. I'm not sure what is going on I guess i just keep waiting and waiting. I wonder if I pass away years down the road would my kids or grand kids receive my settlement if anything.
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Cherie Mercer
May 04, 2021
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Arias SocialMedia
Jan 12, 2021
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"Horrible Experience " they were very unprofessional. They handled not only one but two of our cases! I believe they need experience professionals. At some point I felt they were against me instead of with. I so regeret going with this firm. I do not recommend it. Representation was poorly handled. I believe they have rude behavior-especially reception, failure to communicate with their clients, both my cases were handled by a mere paralegal! Eventhough they stated they meet and review case with attorney..I personally only met with attorney one time and never to be seen again.If these reviews give
Yolanda Johnson
Nov 26, 2019
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It’s bad enough having to go through getting hurt at work twice. I had the opportunity to work with the Bakersfield office as well as Fresno office, both offices was very professional and made me feel they had my back and was very supportive and understanding with other life situations. I would definitely recommend this firm and my only advice will be trust and let Berry Smith and Bartell handle your case.
Jesus A. Rivera
Aug 04, 2019
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Stephanie Garza
Jun 24, 2019
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I just want to say THANK YOU, for everything you did to help me out. My case manager was very insightful and understanding of my situation. She listened when I just needed someone to hear how difficult it was for me not to have any benefits and my claim being denied. There is nothing more frustrating then working for a company for 10+ years, and the one time you get injured your left out in the cold. After fighting the Insurance company on my own I turned to you guys, and not only was I finally getting treatment but I was able to move forward with my life after settling my claim. Thank you, you
Preston B.
Mar 29, 2019
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I would give them zero stars if I could, I am certain Mr. Bartell works harder for the workers comp lawyer than his customers. I wouldn't be at all surprised to find out that he takes kick backs from the insurance companies at the expense of his clients case. Be warned!! 5 years and I still can't get TD or medical attention even at the recommendation of my Dr.
Terra Eutsler
Jan 15, 2019
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Took on my husbands case and although it took a very long time to settle (not the firms fault at all) they hardly took any cut of the settlement and treated us with nothing but professionalism, respect and fought for what we deserved! i would HIGHLY recommended this firm for all work comp needs. Maria the Paralegal was the best and helped us. front staff is not very friendly and seems like they HATE their job but the back office staff is highly professional. Todd Berry is one of the best best attorneys i could ever experience and really knows his stuff. answers all of our questions and treated
Jose R.
Jan 10, 2019
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Please due your due diligence prior to hiring these people. They aren't always on the up and up. They have put a lein on my case because my case is worth medically up to 400K. My biggerst compliant is they are always forthcoming with the truth and will go out of their way to bend it or even go as far as telling you alternate realities. Now I am basing this in my experience, if you are currently a client, again please do your due diligence. The long and short of my 5 plus year ordeal with them, I always emailed them regarding issues, one of them was TTD payments, I never got them from the
Gabriela Torres
Nov 16, 2018
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I would like to say my experience was great and I recommend them highly. I would like to acknowledge and thank Claudia A., for all her help. She was so attentive and always making sure I was comfortable with the decisions being made as well as taking care of all my concerns. Her people skills are so carrying. I don't take lightly your hard work and humbleness.
The Office manager Melissa as well was very professional and carrying...Thank you both for making me feel valuable when I most needed it...
The Office manager Melissa as well was very professional and carrying...Thank you both for making me feel valuable when I most needed it...
S. B.
Nov 15, 2018
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1st I answered a questionaire not sure if I would seek legal help. Next 5 hours I get bombarded by emails and voicemails and texts. I took 1 call and even though I was thinking that is a deceptive way to gain clientel, I decided to hear what they had to say in a consult.
The appointment date they got wrong for the consult (the next day) and when I called them 30 minutes after they were supposed to call me it was a rude conversation with both the phone answerer and the lawyer.
Now I am sure I'm going to seek help, just not from
Berry, Smith & Bartell
The appointment date they got wrong for the consult (the next day) and when I called them 30 minutes after they were supposed to call me it was a rude conversation with both the phone answerer and the lawyer.
Now I am sure I'm going to seek help, just not from
Berry, Smith & Bartell
Cynthia Cortez
Sep 10, 2018
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I am very grateful that I chose this firm to help me with my workers compensation case. They are very professional, the staff is knowledgeable and they made me feel like I wasn't just a number to them. I would highly recommend this firm if you've been injured at work and need someone to fight for you.
Carina G.
Jul 09, 2018
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My husband hired this attorney in Fresno Ca, thinking he would help him with his workers comp case but was a total fail. The attorney never had time to talk about the case and the case manager was as bad as the attorney. Right before firing them because they weren't helping with the case they tried to get my husband to settle for a ridiculous amount without pay. All this time there only worry was how much money they can collect for doing nothing. I would NEVER recommend you hire this firm. On top of not helping with the case they are rude and takes them weeks to answer 1 email and without
Katie
Jun 08, 2018
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This is long, but a worthy read, if you don't have time bottom line, DO NOT hire this firm! First little background on how workers compensation works so this really makes sense. When you're injured it is intimidating and often times scary to deal with. However, when all is said and done, the state has a chart that lines up your body part(s) injured and the % of permanent disability of that body part. Put the two together and you have the amount of money it's "worth"... Nothing more. Lawyers manipulate the situation and make themselves seem NEEDED. The fact of the matter is, they can't get you more
Aharon A.
Jan 18, 2018
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Horrible experience with this firm. I was a client recently and I had to do all the work my self. I had to call when certain appointments were, when my settlement was going to be in, how long the check was going to take. and every time I got the run around. was promised calls back that never came in i had to call them back. I went in circles with this firm. finally I got answers not from the lawyers I hired to fight for me but by myself by calling the insurance company that dealt with my settlement. so to the lazy people at Berry, Smith, and Bartell thanks for all your laziness and your welcome
