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Jeffrey Estes Injury Lawyers

Jeffrey E. Estes, Alton J. Smith

501 West Broadway, Suite 1650 San Diego, CA 92101

About This Firm

Jeffrey Estes Injury Lawyers, based in San Diego, California, specializes in representing victims of trucking accidents. With over 25 years of experience, attorneys Jeffrey E. Estes and Alton J. Smith provide aggressive representation for individuals and families impacted by semi-truck, 18-wheeler, and other commercial vehicle accidents. They understand the complexities of truck accident litigation, which often involve multiple liable parties such as truck drivers, trucking companies, and maintenance providers. The firm focuses on investigating violations of federal trucking regulations, including hours of service, maintenance, and driver qualifications. They have a strong track record of securing substantial settlements and verdicts for clients, covering medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The firm offers free consultations and operates on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients pay no upfront costs. They are recognized with the highest Martindale-Hubbell rating (AV Preeminent) and both attorneys are California Super Lawyer Selectees.

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Trucking Accident Practice Areas

Semi-truck accidents
18-wheeler accidents
Bus accidents
Commercial vehicle accidents
Driver fatigue
Hours of service violations
Improperly loaded cargo
Maintenance issues

Firm-Reported Case Results

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Firm-Reported Result
$15 Million

Negligent design and construction of a freeway interchange

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Firm-Reported Result
$6 Million

Settlement to 3 young adults injured in an accident, their vehicle left an unmarked roadway and entered onto a construction site resulting in severe injuries

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Firm-Reported Result
$2 Million

Confidential settlement involving sexual assault by a bus driver on cognitively impaired passengers

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Firm-Reported Result
$1 Million

Settlement with the LACMTA arising out of a bus versus pedestrian accident

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Firm-Reported Result
$3.5 Million

Obtained a $3.9 million dollar judgement for client who sustained severe head injuries in a roll over vehicle accident

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Firm-Reported Result
$2.8 million

Settlement against a cement company

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Firm-Reported Result
$1.25 million

Settlement against a truck and construction company

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Firm-Reported Result
$785,000

Settlement in a case involving a car and truck accident

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Awards & Recognition

California Super Lawyer Selectees (Jeffrey E. Estes, Alton J. Smith)
Highest Martindale-Hubbell rating (AV Preeminent)

Our Attorneys

Jeffrey E. Estes, attorney at Jeffrey Estes Injury Lawyers
Jeffrey E. Estes
Alton J. Smith, attorney at Jeffrey Estes Injury Lawyers
Alton J. Smith

Contact This Firm

Free Consultation Available
855-290-8080Visit Website
501 West Broadway, Suite 1650 San Diego, CA 92101
Established 1996
Directory record review: September 17, 2026
Jurisdictions listed in profile: California
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