Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Riverside, CA
We are a nationally recognized law firm dedicated to advocating for victims of personal injury, medical malpractice, and legal negligence. With over four decades of experience, our firm has secured more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements, including multiple record-breaking cases in California and beyond. Our attorneys are distinguished by prestigious memberships in organizations like the Inner Circle of Advocates and the American Board of Trial Advocates, reflecting our commitment to excellence.We prioritize personalized representation, combining rigorous legal preparation with compassionate client support to ensure every case receives the attention it deserves. Our track record of success demonstrates our ability to challenge powerful institutions and deliver justice for individuals harmed by preventable errors.
Services
Medical Malpractice
Brain Injuries
Birth Injuries
Personal Injury
Spinal Cord Injuries
Burn Injuries
Auto/Truck Accidents
Surgical Errors
Cerebral Palsy
Wrongful Death
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of specialized experience in personal injury and medical malpractice law.
- Recognized in national publications like Best Lawyers in America since 1983.
- Record-breaking $1B+ recovered for clients across four states.
- Led by nationally certified medical malpractice specialist James Bostwick.
- Contingency fee basis ensures no cost unless we win your case.
Associations and certifications
- Inner Circle of Advocates
- International Academy of Trial Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys
- The Best Lawyers in America
- U.S. News Best Law Firms
- The National Trial Lawyers
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Lawdragon
What people say
Record-setting results
Personalized case attention
Nationwide recognition
Client-focused approach
40+ years experience
Services
Medical Malpractice
We represent victims of medical negligence, including misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and birth injuries. Our firm has secured record-setting settlements like $17 million for a brain-injured infant. With specialized expertise and access to medical experts, we hold healthcare providers accountable for preventable harm, ensuring clients receive compensation for long-term care and emotional distress.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice covers auto/truck accidents, brain injuries, and catastrophic harm. We achieved California's largest non-punitive verdict of $21 million for a single injury. By combining legal strategy with compassionate advocacy, we pursue full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain, operating on a contingency-fee basis to remove financial barriers for clients.
Birth Injuries
We specialize in birth injury litigation, including cerebral palsy and neonatal errors. Our $16.5 million record settlement for a brain-injured baby demonstrates our ability to secure justice for families. Through meticulous case preparation and collaboration with medical specialists, we prove preventable harm during delivery and secure resources for lifelong care needs.
Wrongful Death
Our wrongful death practice challenges preventable fatalities caused by medical negligence or negligence. We secured California's largest medical malpractice death settlement of $9.96 million against UCSF Medical Center. By proving systemic failures, we obtain compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional losses while advocating for institutional accountability to prevent future tragedies.
Cerebral Palsy
We represent families of children with cerebral palsy caused by birth errors. Our $11.4 million state-record settlement addressed preventable birth complications. By collaborating with pediatric specialists, we document lifetime care costs and prove negligence during delivery, ensuring clients receive financial resources for medical treatments, therapies, and adaptive equipment needed for their child's quality of life.
People
James S. Bostwick
Founding Attorney
Nationally certified medical malpractice specialist with 40+ years of experience. Recipient of Trial Lawyers' Presidential Award of Merit and member of the Inner Circle of Advocates. Recognized in Best Lawyers in America since 1983 for excellence in litigation.
Questions
What types of cases does Bostwick & Associates handle?
We specialize in personal injury, medical malpractice, birth injuries, spinal cord injuries, and wrongful death cases. Our record includes multi-million dollar recoveries for catastrophic injuries caused by negligence in medical settings or accidents.
How are legal fees structured?
We operate on a contingency-fee basis - you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fees come from the settlement or verdict amount, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial circumstances.
What makes Bostwick & Associates unique?
Our combination of national recognition, including membership in the Inner Circle of Advocates, and over $1 billion recovered for clients sets us apart. We combine trial experience with personalized advocacy to maximize client outcomes.
Can I get a free consultation?
Yes. We offer free case reviews to evaluate your potential claim. Contact us at (951) 435-8229 to discuss your situation with experienced legal professionals at no cost.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Riverside, we serve clients throughout California including San Bernardino County and the Inland Empire. Our reach extends to multi-state medical malpractice cases with proven success in four states.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Founded in 1983 by James Bostwick, our firm has over four decades of experience advocating for injury victims. We've been recognized in Best Lawyers in America since its inception in 1983.
