Business Details
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyer in Walnut Creek, CA
At Joseph Motta Attorney at Law, we are dedicated to advocating for individuals and families affected by catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and negligence. With over four decades of experience as both a prosecutor and civil litigator, our team brings unmatched trial expertise to every case. We prioritize client well-being, treating each individual as family while leveraging extensive resources, expert networks, and a proven track record of securing settlements often exceeding initial offers.Our contingency fee model ensures access to justice without upfront costs, and our commitment to transparency guarantees clients pay nothing unless we win. Recognized for integrity and effectiveness, we combine aggressive courtroom representation with compassionate support to help clients rebuild their lives.
Services
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Product Liability
Criminal Defense
Catastrophic Injuries
Trucking Accidents
Burn Injuries
Nursing Home Negligence
DUI Defense
Domestic Violence
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of trial experience in personal injury and wrongful death cases.
- Our contingency fee model ensures no upfront costs; clients pay nothing unless we win.
- We leverage a network of expert witnesses and resources to build strong cases.
- Our team prioritizes client care, treating every client like family with personalized attention.
- We consistently secure settlements several times higher than initial insurance offers.
What people say
Great result
Stress-free experience
Highly recommend
Set for life
Respected in court
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured due to negligence in cases involving auto accidents, construction sites, and premises liability. Our team combines prosecutorial insight with trial expertise to challenge insurance companies and secure compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain. With a contingency fee model, clients pay nothing unless we win.
Wrongful Death
Our firm advocates for families who lost loved ones to negligence or corporate misconduct. We pursue justice through comprehensive investigations, expert testimony, and aggressive litigation. We handle complex cases involving medical malpractice, product defects, and catastrophic accidents, ensuring families receive financial security and accountability for their loss.
Product Liability
We hold manufacturers accountable for defective products causing injury or death. Our team investigates design flaws, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings while leveraging technical experts to prove liability. With deep trial experience, we challenge corporations to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and long-term care needs.
Criminal Defense
Our defense strategy combines insider knowledge from former prosecutorial roles with relentless advocacy. We defend clients against charges ranging from DUI to violent crimes, focusing on evidence suppression, witness credibility, and constitutional violations. Our goal is case dismissal or acquittal while minimizing personal and professional repercussions for clients.
Catastrophic Injuries
We specialize in life-altering injuries like spinal cord damage, brain trauma, and amputations. Our approach includes lifetime care cost projections, rehabilitation advocacy, and litigation against responsible parties. With a track record of multi-million-dollar verdicts, we ensure clients receive resources for medical treatment, home modifications, and ongoing support services.
People
Joseph A. Motta
Attorney at Law
Former prosecutor with 40+ years of trial experience specializing in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. Recognized for loyalty, client-focused advocacy, and securing record settlements. Served on domestic violence advisory committees and trained law enforcement on sexual assault cases.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We focus on personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, and criminal defense cases, including catastrophic injuries, DUI, domestic violence, and trucking accidents.
How are your legal fees structured?
We work on a contingency fee basis for civil cases (20-40% of recovery) and charge hourly rates for criminal defense. Clients pay nothing unless we win their case.
Do you go to trial or settle cases?
We prepare every case for trial but negotiate settlements when appropriate. Our trial record often pressures insurers to offer fair settlements before court proceedings.
Can I speak directly with the attorney?
Yes. Joseph Motta personally handles all cases and maintains direct communication with clients throughout the legal process.
What makes your firm different?
Our unique combination of prosecutorial experience, 40+ years of trial work, and client-first approach sets us apart. We've secured record verdicts while maintaining a 100% referral-based practice.
