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Our San Bernardino personal injury law firm represents traffic collision victims throughout San Bernardino County and Southern California. Whether you suffered injuries in a car accident on the I-10, a truck accident near the I-215, or a motorcycle crash on Waterman Avenue, our personal injury lawyers fight for maximum compensation.
Car accidents are the leading cause of personal injury claims in San Bernardino. Our personal injury lawyers handle traffic collision cases involving rear-end crashes on the I-10, T-bone accidents at the I-215 and Baseline interchange, and multi-vehicle collisions on the I-210. We represent car accident victims throughout San Bernardino, Redlands, Loma Linda, Colton, Highland, and Rialto in cases involving distracted driving, drunk driving, and failure to yield. Our attorneys also handle rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft, where a $1 million corporate policy applies. Call (909) 915-0181 for a free case evaluation after any traffic collision.
San Bernardino sits at the crossroads of the I-10, I-215, and I-210 — one of the busiest commercial truck corridors in Southern California. Truck accidents involving 18-wheelers, commercial vehicles, and trailers cause catastrophic injuries due to the massive size difference between trucks and passenger cars. Our personal injury law firm handles truck accident claims involving fatigued truck driver violations of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration hours-of-service rules, brake failure, tire blowout, unsecured cargo, and jackknifing. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires truck drivers to maintain electronic logging devices and follow mandatory rest periods. When a truck driver or trucking company violates these regulations, our personal injury attorneys establish negligence using this evidence. The defendant in a truck accident may include the truck driver, trucking company, cargo loader, and vehicle manufacturer. Call (909) 915-0181 after any truck crash in San Bernardino.
Motorcycle accidents in San Bernardino frequently cause catastrophic injuries — brain injury, spinal cord damage, road rash, bone fractures, and death — because motorcycle riders lack motor vehicle protection. Our personal injury attorneys handle motorcycle accident cases involving left-turn motorcycle crashes, lane splitting, helmet disputes, and road hazards. Motorcycle riders face bias from insurance companies who assign unfair fault in every motorcycle accident claim. Our personal injury lawyer uses accident reconstruction and traffic collision evidence to protect your compensation after a motorcycle crash. Common motorcycle accident injuries include road rash, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries even with a helmet. When a motorcycle crash proves fatal, our wrongful death attorneys handle the motorcycle accident claim with compassion. Call (909) 915-0181 for a free motorcycle accident evaluation.
When a loved one dies due to negligence in a traffic collision, our wrongful death attorneys help families pursue a wrongful death claim for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, loss of consortium, and negligent infliction of emotional distress. Under California law (CCP §377.60), spouses, domestic partners, and children may file a wrongful death claim. In drunk driving wrongful death cases, punitive damages may apply under Civil Code §3294. Whether the death resulted from a car accident, truck crash, motorcycle accident, or pedestrian traffic collision, we handle every wrongful death case with compassion. The tragedy of losing a loved one is compounded when insurance companies minimize the value of a life. Call (909) 915-0181 to discuss your wrongful death claim.
Pedestrian and bicycle accidents in San Bernardino result in severe injuries because these road users have no protection against a motor vehicle. Our personal injury attorneys represent victims injured at crosswalks and intersections along E Street, Waterman Avenue, and Highland Avenue. We also handle bus accidents involving Omnitrans or other public transportation, which require special attention to government entity claim deadlines. Call (909) 915-0181 for a free consultation after any pedestrian or bicycle traffic collision.
California imposes strict liability on dog owners under Civil Code §3342 — no need to prove prior aggression. If a dog bites you in San Bernardino, the owner is liable for medical expenses, pain, scarring, and lost wages. Call (909) 915-0181 for a free case evaluation.
| Advantage | How It Helps Your Personal Injury Case |
|---|---|
| Inland Empire Focus | We know San Bernardino County Superior Court, local hospitals, and police procedures. Local knowledge gives your personal injury case a real advantage. |
| Trial-Ready | Insurance companies know our personal injury lawyers will take your case to jury trial if needed — resulting in higher settlement offers. |
| Resources & Attention | Traffic collision investigation team, accident reconstruction experts, medical networks, and 24/7 availability. Our personal injury law office delivers. |
| No Fee Unless We Win | Contingency fee — you pay nothing upfront. Our law firm is fully invested in winning your personal injury case. |
| Bilingual Team | Complete personal injury services in English and Spanish — from free consultation through final settlement. Hablamos Español. |
As a personal injury plaintiff, you may be entitled to several categories of damages. Our San Bernardino personal injury lawyer evaluates every category to ensure maximum compensation under California personal injury law.
Economic damages cover measurable financial losses: medical bills, physical therapy, lost wages from missed employment, loss of earning capacity, property damage, and related expenses. Our personal injury attorneys work with experts to calculate current and future losses.
Non-economic damages cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, disfigurement, loss of consortium, and the impact on your daily health. Insurance companies undervalue these damages — our personal injury lawyer fights for the full financial compensation you deserve.
In cases involving drunk driving, driving under the influence, or corporate bad faith, California Civil Code §3294 allows punitive damages on top of compensatory damages. Our personal injury attorneys aggressively pursue punitive damages when the defendant's behavior warrants them.
After a traffic collision in San Bernardino, the at-fault driver's insurance company is not on your side. Here is what they do — and how our personal injury lawyers protect you:
Our San Bernardino personal injury attorneys handle all insurance communication from day one. We understand California's insurance bad faith laws and hold carriers accountable when they deny or delay legitimate claims.
Drunk driving, driving under the influence, drowsy driving, and reckless driving cause devastating traffic collisions in San Bernardino. Victims may be entitled to both compensatory and punitive damages under California law.
Drunk driving remains a leading cause of fatal traffic collisions in San Bernardino County. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs impairs reaction time, judgment, and motor vehicle control. Our personal injury attorneys pursue punitive damages under Civil Code §3294 and preserve critical evidence — bar receipts, toxicology reports, police footage, and witness testimony — to prove the defendant was driving under the influence.
Drowsy driving is as dangerous as drunk driving — fatigued drivers have the same impaired reaction time as someone driving under the influence. Reckless driving including excessive speed and running red lights causes catastrophic traffic collisions on San Bernardino freeways. Our personal injury lawyer investigates phone records and dashcam footage to prove the defendant's reckless driving caused your injuries. Call (909) 915-0181 for a free consultation after any drunk driving or reckless driving traffic collision.
The statute of limitations sets strict deadlines for filing a personal injury lawsuit. Miss a deadline and the court dismisses your case regardless of your cause of action. The duty of care owed by the defendant means nothing if you fail to file. Understanding these deadlines and burden of proof requirements is critical.
| Claim Type | Deadline | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Personal injury (car, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian traffic collisions) | 2 years from date of injury | CCP §335.1 |
| Wrongful death claim | 2 years from date of death | CCP §335.1 |
| Claims against government entities | 6 months to file administrative claim | Gov. Code §911.2 |
| Minor's personal injury claims | Tolled until age 18, then 2 years | CCP §352 |
| Property damage only | 3 years | CCP §338 |
The discovery rule may extend the statute when injuries are not immediately apparent. The burden of proof rests on the plaintiff to establish the defendant's duty of care, breach, causation, and damages. The sooner you contact a San Bernardino personal injury lawyer, the stronger your cause of action. Evidence disappears and witnesses forget.
Don't wait. Deadlines are real and evidence fades every day.
Call (909) 915-0181 Now — Free ConsultationSan Bernardino is the county seat of San Bernardino County and a major Inland Empire hub. The convergence of the I-10, I-215, and I-210 freeways creates significant traffic collision risk during commutes between San Bernardino, Redlands, Colton, Highland, Fontana, and Riverside. Our personal injury law firm handles cases throughout the region.
Our personal injury lawyers handle traffic collision cases on high-risk San Bernardino corridors including the I-10 through Downtown San Bernardino, the I-215 connecting to Riverside, the I-210 interchange at Highland Avenue, Waterman Avenue, E Street through Downtown, and Baseline near Inland Center. These corridors see frequent car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, and pedestrian traffic collisions.
Our attorneys coordinate with Community Hospital of San Bernardino, Loma Linda University Medical Center, and St. Bernardine Medical Center. Per NHTSA data, traffic collision injuries often require long-term therapy. We work with providers who treat personal injury patients on lien so care is never delayed.
Personal injury lawsuits filed in San Bernardino are heard at the San Bernardino County Superior Court at 247 W 3rd Street. For California court procedures, our personal injury attorneys have extensive local experience and understand judge preferences and jury tendencies that impact your case outcome at trial. San Bernardino traffic collision data tracked by CHP SWITRS confirms the high accident rate on local freeways.
Personal Injury Attorney — Redlands & Palm Springs
Attorney Edgar P. Lombera has spent over 15 years fighting for personal injury victims throughout San Bernardino, the Inland Empire, and the Coachella Valley. He built his personal injury law firm on a simple principle: every traffic collision victim deserves aggressive legal representation regardless of their ability to pay.
A graduate of Western State College of Law and member of the State Bar of California, Attorney Lombera operates from two law offices — Redlands and Palm Springs — serving accident victims across Southern California. His entire legal team is bilingual, providing personal injury services in English and Spanish. Call (909) 915-0181 for a free case evaluation — you pay nothing unless we win.
Todo nuestro equipo habla español. Ofrecemos servicios completos de lesiones personales en español, desde su consulta gratuita hasta la resolución final de su caso. Si resultó herido en un accidente en San Bernardino, estamos aquí para ayudarle.
Llame al (909) 915-0181 para una consulta gratuita. No cobramos a menos que ganemos su caso.
Our personal injury law firm works on a contingency fee — you pay nothing upfront and no legal fees unless we win. The standard fee is 33-40% of recovery. Call our San Bernardino personal injury attorney at (909) 915-0181 for your free consultation.
The statute of limitations for personal injury in California is 2 years from the date of injury (CCP §335.1). Wrongful death claims also have a 2-year deadline. Government entity claims require notice within 6 months (Gov. Code §911.2). Contact our San Bernardino personal injury lawyer immediately — missing a deadline means losing your right to compensation.
Call 911 and move to safety. Document the scene with photos. Exchange information with all drivers and get witness contacts. Seek medical attention even if you feel fine — many injuries manifest later. Do not admit fault or give recorded statements. Call our San Bernardino personal injury attorneys at (909) 915-0181 for a free case evaluation before the insurance company contacts you.
Case value depends on injury severity, medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and policy limits. In drunk driving cases, punitive damages under Civil Code §3294 may increase recovery. Our San Bernardino personal injury lawyer provides a free case evaluation with honest legal advice based on similar cases.
We handle car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, dog bite injuries, wrongful death claims, and catastrophic injuries throughout San Bernardino. If your case involves a slip-and-fall, defective product, or workplace injury, we will connect you with trusted counsel who specializes in those areas.
Most personal injury cases settle without going to trial. However, if the insurance company refuses fair compensation, our lawyers are prepared for jury trial at San Bernardino County Superior Court. Our trial-ready reputation often results in higher settlement offers.
You may recover compensation through your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage. Our personal injury attorneys investigate every avenue including the defendant's personal assets and employer liability. In a hit and run, UM coverage is often the primary source of compensation. Call (909) 915-0181 for a free consultation.
Personal injury victims who hire a lawyer recover significantly more compensation than those who handle claims alone — even after attorney fees. Our San Bernardino personal injury law firm gathers evidence, calculates the full value of your damages, retains expert witnesses, and negotiates aggressively. Your free case evaluation costs nothing.
Yes. Our entire legal team is bilingual. We provide complete personal injury services in English and Spanish — from your initial free consultation through your final settlement or verdict. Ofrecemos servicios completos de lesiones personales en español. Llame al (909) 915-0181 para una consulta gratuita.
California follows a pure comparative negligence rule — even if you were partially at fault, you can recover damages. At 20% fault, you still recover 80% of damages. Insurance companies assign unfair fault to reduce payouts. Our personal injury attorneys use accident reconstruction and evidence to minimize your fault percentage and maximize compensation.
Confidential. No pressure. No obligation. We review your case and give honest legal advice. Consultas en español.
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2068 Orange Tree Lane, Suite 220
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: (909) 915-0181
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Law Offices of Edgar P. Lombera
1276 N Palm Canyon Dr #107
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: (760) 835-9353
Coachella Valley Location
Phone: (909) 915-0181
Email: lomberalaw@gmail.com
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Attorney Advertising: The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Every personal injury case is different. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. An attorney-client relationship is not formed until a written agreement is signed. Free consultations are available for potential clients to evaluate their legal options. The Law Offices of Edgar P. Lombera serves San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, the Inland Empire, and the Coachella Valley.
