Business Details
47 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Santa Ana
Established in 1979, DiMarco Araujo Montevideo has built a reputation as a leading personal injury and workers' compensation law firm serving clients across California and Nevada. Our team of seasoned attorneys combines decades of legal expertise with a client-centered approach, prioritizing transparency, responsiveness, and community engagement. We specialize in navigating complex injury cases, from car accidents to wrongful death claims, while advocating for clients' rights and maximizing recoverable compensation.Our firm's track record includes landmark settlements and courtroom victories, supported by a multidisciplinary team of legal professionals, medical experts, and bilingual staff. We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring accessibility to justice without upfront costs, and maintain 24/7 availability to address urgent client needs. Recognized by the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating and endorsed by labor unions and consulates, we emphasize ethical standards and professional excellence in every case.
Services
Personal Injury
Car Accidents
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death
Product Liability
Premises Liability
Brain Injury
Sexual Abuse
Truck Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in personal injury litigation.
- Our team includes nationally recognized attorneys with landmark case victories.
- We operate on a strict contingency fee basis with no upfront costs.
- 24/7 availability for urgent client consultations and case evaluations.
- Endorsed by OCEA Labor Union and Mexican/El Salvadorian Consulates.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated
- BBB A+ Rating
- Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC)
What people say
Outstanding attorney
Timely communication
Professional and respectful
Maximized settlement
Guided through process
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients injured by negligence in car accidents, slip-and-falls, and other incidents. We negotiate with insurance companies to recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of trial experience, we secure verdicts when settlements fail to meet clients' needs.
Workers Compensation
We advocate for employees denied workers' compensation benefits due to workplace injuries. Our team challenges insurance denials and pursues full coverage for medical treatment, disability, and vocational rehabilitation. We collaborate with medical experts to document long-term impacts of occupational injuries.
Wrongful Death
Families receive compassionate representation in wrongful death cases from car crashes, defective products, or unsafe premises. We calculate economic losses and emotional damages while holding negligent parties accountable. Our attorneys handle complex litigation against corporate defendants and insurers.
Car Accidents
We handle car accident claims involving distracted drivers, drunk drivers, and commercial vehicles. Our firm investigates collisions, reconstructs accident scenes, and proves liability for severe injuries. We pursue compensation for vehicle repairs, medical expenses, and future care needs.
Product Liability
Victims of defective medical devices, consumer products, or automotive defects receive aggressive representation. We sue manufacturers and distributors for design flaws, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings. Our track record includes multi-million dollar recoveries in complex class-action litigation.
People
John A. Montevideo
Partner
2010-2011 CAOC President and law school Hall of Fame inductee with 35+ years of personal injury experience. Specializes in complex litigation and insurance bad faith cases.
Jess J. Araujo
Partner
Internationally recognized advocate for California Hispanic communities. Focuses on workplace injury claims and workers' rights litigation across Southern California.
Anthony Modarelli
Partner
Secured $800M One October Shooting settlement. Handles catastrophic injury cases involving product liability, premises liability, and commercial vehicle accidents.
Erin Boeck
Attorney
Bilingual trial attorney representing clients in car accident, slip-and-fall, and insurance bad faith claims. Emphasizes clear communication and case strategy transparency.
Rudy Pacheco
Attorney
Specializes in workers' compensation appeals and long-term disability claims. Advocates for injured employees denied medical treatment or vocational rehabilitation.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Seek medical attention, document the scene with photos, exchange insurance information, and contact our firm before speaking to insurance adjusters.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?
We work on contingency fees - you pay nothing unless we win your case. Fees come from settlement proceeds, not upfront payments.
Can I file a workers' comp claim if my employer denies it?
Yes. We challenge denied claims by proving workplace injury connections and pursuing appeals before workers' compensation boards.
What compensation can I recover for pain and suffering?
Non-economic damages for pain/suffering use multiplier methods based on medical expenses. Our attorneys maximize these recoveries through jury trials when necessary.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit?
California's statute of limitations is two years from injury date. We recommend contacting us immediately to preserve evidence and meet filing deadlines.
Will my case go to trial?
Most cases settle pre-trial, but we prepare every case for litigation. Our trial record pressures insurers to offer fair settlements.
