The Caldwell Law Firm is recognized as one of the Bay Area’s preeminent litigation firms.

We specialize in helping families like yours fight insurance companies and big corporations to get the compensation you deserve.

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Areas of Practice

  • The litigators at the Caldwell Law Firm are experts at dealing with insurance companies and know how to boost the settlement value of your case.

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  • Dog bites and other animal incidents are what is called a “strict liability offense,” and for the most part the fault of the owner.

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  • We can help you get the maximum recovery for your lost wages, medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages resulting from your pedestrian incident

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  • The Caldwell Law Firm helps families recover economic and non-economic damages when a loved one has died as the result of someone’s wrongful act.

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  • Motorcycle accidents are most frequently caused at the hands of negligent motorists. Our accident attorneys advocate for injured motorcyclists.

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  • If you have been injured on private, public, or government owned property, it is important that you document your injury and speak with an attorney.

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    • Read more: Public Property ⟶

  • Per OSHA, there were over 1,000 construction fatalities in 2023, and 173,000 non-fatal injuries and illnesses. Our firm pursues maximum compensation for medical expenses, emotional suffering, lost wages, and more.

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  • The busy streets of the Bay Area can put cyclists at high risk for injuries, especially from careless or negligent motorists. We have been helping clients injured in bicycle accidents for over 40 years.

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Our Mission: Serving The Community

At Caldwell Law Firm, our foremost commitment is to secure the best possible outcomes for our clients—a mission that drives us every day. We are dedicated to serving the people, families, and communities of the Bay Area, ensuring their rights and futures are protected.

Our success is built on relentless effort, strategic negotiation, and skilled litigation, honed through years of experience. We combine meticulous discovery, thorough investigation, and innovation case strategies to deliver exceptional results. It’s this aggressive yet thoughtful approach that sets us apart and makes Caldwell Law Firm a trusted advocate for those we serve.

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So, how can we help?

Our law firm has over 40 years’ experience negotiating and litigating personal injury claims and lawsuits at all levels of the state court as we pursue maximum compensation for:

  • Past and future medical expenses

  • Damages for pain and suffering

  • Emotional trauma and psychological counseling

  • Lost wages

  • Future loss of earning capacity

  • Scars and disfigurement

  • Long-term care

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Legal Blog: Recent Articles

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Dog Bite Laws in California: Strict Liability and Homeowner's Insurance
Dog Bite Laws in California: Strict Liability and Homeowner's Insurance

A dog bite is a shocking and traumatic event. In the aftermath, victims are left with painful injuries, medical bills, and the stress of not knowing what to do next. For property owners, a dog bite incident can trigger fears about massive lawsuits and financial ruin.

In California, these two concerns intersect in a very specific way. The state has a powerful "strict liability" statute that protects victims, but the financial consequences for dog owners are often handled by homeowner's or renter's insurance.

Understanding how this law works and how insurance coverage applies is crucial for everyone involved. This guide breaks down California's dog bite laws and what they mean for your rights, your recovery, and your financial security.

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What our clients say…

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“[When] we had a business situation that needed a specialty lawyer, Caldwell Law Firm was used as a co-council, making sure that everything was done right. We won the case!


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