Hulburt Law Firm represents people who have suffered catastrophic injuries and families who have lost a loved one in San Marcos. We handle serious vehicle and bicycle crashes on State Route 78 and busy local corridors, along with claims involving unsafe property, defective products, and dangerous roadway conditions throughout North County.
555 West Beech Street, Suite 206
San Diego, CA 92101
Monday – Friday
9 am – 5 pm

Hulburt Law Firm accepts a limited number of catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, allowing our attorneys to investigate each claim thoroughly and prepare it for trial.
We represent people seriously injured in crashes on State Route 78, San Marcos Boulevard, Rancho Santa Fe Road, Twin Oaks Valley Road, and other busy routes through San Marcos.
Crashes on State Route 78 and major San Marcos corridors can leave motorcyclists with catastrophic injuries. We pursue claims involving unsafe driving, dangerous roadway conditions, and defective vehicles or components.
San Marcos has experienced a sharp increase in bicycle injuries, including collisions involving children. We investigate driver conduct, vehicle speed, visibility, roadway conditions, and other factors that may have contributed to the crash.
We represent pedestrians injured near schools, neighborhoods, shopping areas, transit stops, and busy intersections throughout San Marcos. These cases often turn on speed, visibility, distraction, and right-of-way.
Those injured in slip and fall or premises liability incidents in San Marcos can pursue claims against negligent property owners, with Hulburt Law Firm guiding the process from start to finish.
Dog bite victims in San Marcos may suffer physical and emotional trauma, and Hulburt Law Firm helps clients recover compensation under California’s strict liability laws.
Commercial vehicles traveling on State Route 78 and local delivery routes can cause devastating injuries. We investigate the driver, trucking company, vehicle maintenance, cargo practices, and all available electronic evidence.
We handle serious injury claims involving NCTD BREEZE buses, school buses, private shuttles, and charter vehicles serving San Marcos and North County.
Boating accidents can result in serious injuries on the water, and Hulburt Law Firm represents San Marcos clients in pursuing compensation for negligence and unsafe boating practices.
Construction activity throughout San Marcos can expose workers, subcontractors, and bystanders to falling objects, unsafe equipment, structural failures, and other serious hazards.
Aviation accidents are rare but often catastrophic, and Hulburt Law Firm represents San Marcos victims and families in pursuing claims involving complex federal regulations and multiple liable parties.
Families who have lost a loved one due to negligence in San Marcos can pursue a wrongful death claim, with Hulburt Law Firm providing compassionate guidance and seeking justice and financial recovery.
Traumatic brain injuries can have long-term or permanent effects, and Hulburt Law Firm helps San Marcos clients recover compensation for ongoing medical care, lost income, and reduced quality of life.
Spinal cord injuries often lead to significant physical and financial challenges, and Hulburt Law Firm advocates for San Marcos victims to secure compensation for lifelong care and support.
Severe burn injuries can require extensive treatment and recovery, and Hulburt Law Firm helps San Marcos clients pursue compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation, and emotional trauma.
Defective vehicle components can contribute to serious accidents, and Hulburt Law Firm represents San Marcos victims in claims against manufacturers and other responsible parties.
Dangerous or defective products can cause serious injuries, and Hulburt Law Firm helps San Marcos clients hold manufacturers accountable and recover compensation for their losses.
When the design or condition of a road contributes to a crash, responsibility may rest with Caltrans, the City of San Marcos, or another public agency.
Attorneys Conor Hulburt and Leslie Hulburt represent people and families in San Marcos facing catastrophic injury and wrongful death. By accepting a limited number of serious cases, they remain directly involved in the investigation, preparation, and presentation of each claim.
Conor has recovered more than $150 million for clients, including a $28.16 million jury verdict against Caltrans. His practice focuses on uncovering what happened, identifying every responsible party, and presenting the client's story clearly and persuasively. He is recognized by The Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers and holds Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent peer rating.
Leslie brings extensive experience in mediations, arbitrations, trials, and appeals. Her background in journalism and education strengthens her ability to uncover the truth, explain complex evidence, and communicate a client's experience with clarity and impact.

Hulburt Law Firm’s attorneys have obtained substantial verdicts and settlements in cases involving serious injuries and wrongful death. Every case is different and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Jury verdict against Caltrans for a 13-year-old boy who suffered a catastrophic brain injury after he was struck by a vehicle while using a dangerous crosswalk.
A sudden tire failure caused an SUV to fishtail and crash into a tree on the side of a San Diego County highway, killing a beloved husband and father.
An improperly installed gate collapsed on a subcontracted worker after the general contractor asked him to paint it, killing him.
A genetic testing corporation rushed a product to market, causing an oversight that changed a family's life.
An inadequately supported concrete block wall collapsed onto a construction worker in El Cajon, causing his death.
Rough asphalt on a race route significantly reduced tire traction, causing a racer to lose control of his vehicle and suffer fatal injuries.
Tell us what happened and how you were injured. We’ll evaluate the incident, potential defendants, and whether we can help. There is no charge for the consultation.
We preserve evidence, obtain records, interview witnesses, identify responsible parties and insurance coverage, and bring in experts when needed to prove what happened and the full extent of your injuries.
We prepare every case with trial in mind. That allows us to negotiate from a position of strength and take the case to a jury when the responsible parties refuse to provide fair compensation.
Serious injury cases in San Marcos can raise questions about traffic safety, dangerous roads, claims involving children, and where a lawsuit should be filed.
The California Office of Traffic Safety counted 331 people killed or injured in San Marcos traffic collisions in 2023, up from 211 in 2021. That is a 57 percent increase in two years. Although San Marcos ranked near the middle of its peer group overall, the trend is concerning.
Speed-related fatal-and-injury collisions increased from 25 to 55 during that period. Victims of alcohol-involved crashes rose from 30 to 42. These figures do not establish the cause of any particular collision, but they show why speed, impairment, and distraction should be carefully investigated.
Serious crashes occur on State Route 78, San Marcos Boulevard, Rancho Santa Fe Road, Mission Road, and Twin Oaks Valley Road. If roadway design, maintenance, signal timing, or visibility contributed to a crash, Caltrans, the City of San Marcos, or another public agency may share responsibility. Claims against public agencies are generally subject to a six-month deadline.
Our car accident attorneys investigate driver conduct, vehicle defects, and dangerous roadway conditions when identifying every responsible party.
The number of cyclists killed or injured in San Marcos rose from 11 in 2021 to 31 in 2023. San Marcos ranked 29th among 103 comparable cities for bicycle casualties and 14th for cyclists under age 15, its worst ranking that year.
A child’s conduct is generally compared with what a reasonably careful child of the same age, intelligence, knowledge, and experience would have done. Driver speed, sight lines, and visibility at driveways and intersections can be especially important in these cases.
Families should not assume every filing deadline is extended because the injured cyclist is a minor. If a road, bike lane, or traffic signal contributed to the collision, a government claim generally must still be presented within six months.
Our bicycle accident attorneys represent injured cyclists and their families. Our guide to California bicycle laws explains the rules that commonly affect these claims.
Personal injury lawsuits arising in San Marcos are ordinarily filed in the San Diego Superior Court’s North County Division. The North County Regional Center is located at 325 South Melrose Drive in Vista.
Unlike civil cases assigned to the East County and South County divisions, North County cases are not generally consolidated into the Central Division downtown. The proper courthouse depends on the applicable venue rules and court assignments, and some cases may be transferred or reassigned.
Hulburt Law Firm is built to handle serious cases differently. We accept a limited number of clients so we can investigate each case thoroughly, stay directly involved, and prepare from the beginning as though the case may ultimately be tried.
A strong record of verdicts and settlements in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, dangerous roadway, product liability, and other complex cases.
We prepare serious cases from the beginning with the evidence, experts, and strategy needed to negotiate from strength or take the case to trial.
Clients work directly with Conor and Leslie Hulburt throughout their case, with clear communication and personal attention.
We are committed to helping clients recover full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and long-term impacts after serious injuries.
A catastrophic injury is one that causes permanent disability, long-term medical needs, or a major loss of independence. Examples include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe burns, amputations, and other injuries that substantially affect a person’s ability to work or care for themselves.
The deadline is generally two years from the date of injury. Shorter deadlines and other exceptions may apply, so it is important to have the specific facts reviewed promptly.
A claim involving an unsafe road, traffic signal, bike lane, sidewalk, or other public property may require a written government claim. That claim generally must be presented within six months after it accrues. Learn more about claims involving dangerous roadway conditions.
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office generally investigates collisions on San Marcos city streets. The California Highway Patrol typically handles crashes on State Route 78. The correct report must be requested from the agency that responded to the collision.
Yes. A child’s conduct is generally compared with what a reasonably careful child of the same age, intelligence, knowledge, and experience would have done. Some filing deadlines may also be extended for minors, but families should not assume every deadline is postponed. A government claim may still need to be presented within six months.
Seek medical care, report the collision, photograph the scene and bicycle, preserve the child’s helmet and clothing, and obtain contact information for witnesses. A prompt investigation can help document vehicle speed, sight lines, road conditions, and visibility. Our bicycle accident attorneys represent injured children and their families, including claims involving electric bicycles and e-bikes.
Compensation may include past and future medical expenses, lost income, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, and the cost of long-term care. The available damages depend on the injuries, their lasting effects, the available insurance and assets, and who was legally responsible.
We handle accepted personal injury cases on a contingency-fee basis. You do not pay attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. The written fee agreement explains the fee and responsibility for case-related costs.

The Hulburt Law Firm serves personal injury victims throughout San Marcos, North County, and the Greater San Diego, California area.
Simply fill out the form or call 619.821.0500 to receive a free case review. We’ll evaluate what happened, your injuries, and potential defendants to determine how we can best help you.