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San Diego Car Accident Attorney

Hulburt Law Firm represents people and families in San Diego car accident cases involving life-changing injuries, wrongful death, traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, drunk driving, distracted driving, dangerous roads, and other serious crashes.

Our experienced attorneys investigate what happened, identify every responsible party, preserve key evidence, and look for every available source of insurance or compensation. From the first investigation through settlement or trial, our focus is simple: uncover the truth, demand justice, and pursue the full value of the harm caused.

Seriously injured in a car accident? We can help.

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Car Accident Cases We Handle

Serious car accidents happen in many different ways, and the cause of the crash often determines what evidence must be preserved, who may be responsible, and what insurance coverage may apply. Hulburt Law Firm handles serious and catastrophic car accident cases throughout San Diego County.

Meet Your Car Accident Attorneys

Conor and Leslie Hulburt founded Hulburt Law Firm to give serious injury and wrongful death cases the attention, preparation, and experience they deserve. The firm is intentionally selective, accepting a limited number of cases so clients work directly with the attorneys.

Conor has spent his career representing people in serious crash cases and has recovered more than $150 million for injured clients. His experience includes freeway collisions, intersection crashes, high-speed rear-end collisions, drunk driving crashes, rollovers, tire failures, and vehicle defects. He has taken on defendants including Ford, Chrysler, Jeep, Continental Tires, and Caltrans.

His results include a $28.16 million jury verdict, a $25.36 million recovery for the family of a father killed after a tire failure sent his SUV into a tree, a $5.25 million settlement for a client who suffered brain and spinal injuries in a I-5 freeway collision, and a $3.5 million recovery for the family of a student killed by a speeding campus security vehicle.

Together, Conor and Leslie bring careful investigation, trial experience, and direct client communication to every case: uncovering what happened, proving the full impact of the injuries, and building the strongest possible claim for the client and family.

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Car Accident Case Results

Our attorneys have achieved life-changing results in cases involving negligent drivers, employers, event organizers, vehicle manufacturers, and other parties whose conduct contributed to catastrophic injuries or death.

$25,360,000

Fatal Tire Failure

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.

$7,000,000

Fatal Event Collision

Rough asphalt on a race route significantly reduced tire traction, causing a racer to lose control of his vehicle and suffer fatal injuries.

$5,250,000

Car Accident

Settlement for a client who suffered brain and spinal injuries in a collision on Interstate 5 in San Diego.

$5,000,000

Auto Defect

A passenger seatback collapsed in a rear-end collision, causing the occupant life-changing spinal injuries and paralysis.

$3,500,000

Fatal Car Accident

Campus security was speeding and collided with a student’s vehicle, killing her.

$3,010,000

Auto Defect

The driver's head restraint broke off when he was rear-ended at high speed on the 15 freeway, causing the driver to suffer a spinal cord injury and paralysis.

Conor is definitely the kind of attorney you want on your side: smart, focused, and relentless.
Patrick C.
Needing an attorney is daunting and stressful. Make it easier on yourself. Give Conor a call.
John D.
Absolutely wonderful, patient and really puts effort into your case. Conor went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of.
Jasmine C.
I was very happy working with Conor and would recommend him to anyone. With him, you're in good hands.
Liz F.
Compassionate, trustworthy, and fights for justice — Conor is the real deal.
Javier Quiroz
The Hulburt Law Firm represented my family after a tragic fatal roadway incident. Their firm was compassionate and sensitive. We would highly recommend them.
Dianne Terry
Finding Conor was truly a blessing. We are so grateful for his compassion, dedication, and support throughout the entire process.
Deisy Quiroz
I want to take a moment to sincerely thank the Hulburt law firm for everything you have done for our family throughout the wrongful death lawsuit. This has been an incredibly difficult time for us, and your professionalism, compassion, and dedication made a meaningful difference every step of the way.
Linda Sheftz
My family is so grateful for the time we had with Hulburt Law. If you’re looking for representation for any sort of accident, I’d bet it all on these two to help you and your families!
Brittany Jameson

How a Serious Car Accident Case Works

01

Free Case Review

The first step is a confidential conversation about what happened, the injuries involved, the available insurance, and any deadlines that may apply. You do not need to have every document or answer before calling. If the case is one we can help with, we will explain the next steps clearly.

02

Evidence Gathering

Important evidence can disappear quickly after a crash. We investigate the scene, obtain police reports, identify witnesses, preserve video footage, request vehicle data when appropriate, and evaluate whether there may be additional causes beyond the other driver’s conduct.

03

Understanding Your Injuries

In serious injury cases, it takes time to understand the full impact of the crash. We evaluate medical records, future treatment needs, lost income, pain, disability, and how the injuries have changed the client’s daily life. When needed, we work with medical, vocational, economic, and life-care planning experts.

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Comprehensive Legal Strategy

The at-fault driver’s policy may not be the only source of recovery. We look for employer coverage, commercial policies, rideshare coverage, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, umbrella policies, vehicle defect claims, dangerous roadway claims, and any other source of compensation that may apply.

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Settlement Negotiation

Many cases resolve through settlement, but strong settlements usually require strong preparation. We present the liability evidence, medical proof, damages analysis, and insurance coverage issues in a way that shows the full value of the case and the risk to the defense if it does not resolve fairly.

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Litigation and Trial

If the insurance company or defendant refuses to accept responsibility, we are prepared to file a lawsuit and move the case toward trial. Litigation may include written discovery, depositions, expert work, mediation, court hearings, and trial preparation. Learn more about the legal process for car accident lawsuits in San Diego.

Real client stories

Looking Beyond the Drunk Driver

The Harm

A young man was killed when a drunk driver caused a violent crash. At first, the case appeared to be a straightforward claim against the impaired driver. But a deeper investigation revealed that the driver was a minor who had been drinking at a house party before getting behind the wheel.

The Truth

The investigation showed that adults at the home had provided alcohol to minors and allowed underage drinking to occur. That changed the case. The drunk driver was still responsible, but the evidence also pointed to additional people and insurance coverage that may have contributed to the harm.

Justice

By looking beyond the police report, Conor Hulburt was able to identify other responsible parties, pursue additional sources of recovery, and build a stronger case for the clients. The case is an example of why serious car accident claims require careful investigation, early evidence preservation, and a willingness to ask what else contributed to the crash.

California Car Accident Laws that May Affect Your Case

California car accident cases are governed by rules concerning negligence, comparative fault, damages, insurance, and filing deadlines.

The Hulburt Law Difference

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In-Depth Investigations

We preserve evidence, investigate the scene, and work with experts when needed to uncover what actually happened.

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Tech-Forward Approach

We use visual evidence, technology, and expert analysis to explain the crash and show the full impact of the injuries.

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Maximum Compensation

We identify every responsible party and pursue all available sources of insurance and compensation.

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Trial Experience

We prepare serious cases to withstand the defense and persuade a jury, judge, and mediator.

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Genuine Care

We accept a limited number of cases so each client receives direct attorney involvement, careful preparation, and regular communication.

Car Accident FAQs

Serving Clients Across San Diego County

Hulburt Law Firm represents people and families in serious car accident cases throughout San Diego County, including central San Diego, North County, East County, and the South Bay.

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Request a Free Case Review

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.

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