R. Michael Bomberger

R. Michael Bomberger

also known as Mike Bomberger, Michael Bomberger

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Personal injury Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Child Abuse, Car Accidents ... +4 more

2869 India Street, San Diego, CA

About R. Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 50%

Serious and catastrophic personal injuries. Record-setting verdicts and settlements. * highest settlement against City of San Diego ($18.5 million) * highest medical malpractice settlement in California history ($20 million)

33 years | 3,000 cases

50%
Child Abuse 20%

Institution-based child sex abuse. Record-setting verdicts and settlements. *highest verdict for a sex abuse victim in California history ($30 million) *highest verdict against a California school district for a sex abuse victim ($23 million)

33 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Car Accident 10%

All vehicle-based accidents: Car, truck, and boat accidents, SUV rollovers. Our firm has obtained record-setting verdicts and settlements.

33 years | 2,000 cases

10%
Motorcycle Accident 5%

Motorcycle accidents with serious injuries. Our firm has obtained record-setting verdicts and settlements.

33 years | 1,000 cases

5%
Slip and Fall Accident 5%

Slip and falls that cause catastrophic injuries or long term disability. Our firm has obtained record-setting verdicts and settlements.

33 years | 1,500 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Estey & Bomberger, LLP

2869 India Street, San Diego, CA, 92103

Estey & Bomberger, LLP

445 S Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA, CA, 90071

Estey & Bomberger LLP

11801 Pierce St, Riverside, CA, 92505‎

Estey & Bomberger, LLP

2130 N Arrowhead Ave, #204, San Bernardino, CA, 92405

Estey & Bomberger, LLP

524 UNION ST #411, San Francisco, CA, 94133

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R. Michael Bomberger's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rhonda | April 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Attorney

I would highly recommend the law office of Estey & Bomberger in San Diego. They always treated me respectfully and caringly. They listened to my concerns. They were professional and supported me. They kept me informed about my case. They were always there to answer my telephone calls or quickly ...returned them. I was highly satisfied with their service and would recommend them to anyone looking for a good attorney.

Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Sketcher Rocket Shoes -not for OLD FOLKS

R. Michael Bomberger and associates handle my suit against Sketcher Shoes from start to finish. He and his associates were very professional and thorough. They kept me informed in all aspects of the suit. After several years they got me a nice settlement with no out of pocket fees from me. Great... Company to represent you. George

Posted by melissa | April 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Back injury lawsuit

I had a bad fall while wearing a pair of sneakers made by a well known company. I found out there was a class action lawsuit against this company. So I called Mr. Bombergers office . They were very nice Called me back right away. .they were very professional . They kept me informed on everything. ... called

Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Skechers lawsuit

Everyone at the Estey Bomberger law firm has my sincere thanks. At every junction of the suit, they kept me informed.. Lisa Drayton was especially kind and responsive. It is my opinion that the firm employs very professional, knowledgeable individuals and I would recommend them to anyone.

Posted by Mary | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

The Best Attorney Ever

I am not one to leave reviews but how can I not tell you what a wonderful job, Mark and his associates, including his office staff did for me. I was kept well informed, about every step and detail of the law suit. Mark, always answered my calls immediately, the office staff was always very helpful an...d friendly. Everything that Mark, said to me was correct. You will not find such a honest and trustworthy company like Bomberger. Thank you again. Mary

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R. Michael Bomberger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Molinaro

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Tyler Campbell

Unknown lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Dicks

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. The attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Howard Roitman

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hadi Ramsey

Unknown lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mary Prevost

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Mike Bomberger for more than 15 years. He is a committed, dynamic, civil litigator who had earned the respect of colleagues, opposing counsel and the judiciary as well. The clients I have sent to Mike over the years have always contacted me after their case was over to thank me for referring them to Mike. Mike has integrity and class. I highly recommend him."

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Ljubisa Kostic

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He has both the skill, compassion and work ethic it takes to be a top injury lawyer."

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Stephen Estey

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mike Bomberger is an exceptional advocate — head and shoulders above the rest. As an attorney, he is someone that can be depended upon. He is prepared for every situation he encounters, and he never quits. Mike’s expertise in personal injury matters has earned him a terrific reputation among his peers. He brings knowledge, experience, creativity and a great attitude to every case, and is always enthusiastic about helping his clients. I have known and worked with Mike for many years and endorse him without hesitation."

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Samuel Spital

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. It is also noteworthy that Mike and the rest of the law firm respond to communications diligently."

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Mary Prevost

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ljubisa Kostic

Personal injury lawyer

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Stephen Estey

Personal injury lawyer

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Samuel Spital

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 25 Brain Injury Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top Plaintiff Lawyer, Daily Journal

2016

Top 100 Lawyer, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Litigator of the Year, Our City San Diego

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, San Diego Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, San Diego Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Lifetime Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

N/A

National Finalist, Lawdragon

N/A

Lifetime Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

N/A

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Founding and Managing Partner, Estey & Bomberger, LLP

1900 - Present

Owner/Partner, Estey & Bomberger, LLP

Associations

2017 - Present

San Diego Brain Injury Foundation

Member, Professional Advisory Council

American Bar Association

Member

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

State Bar of California

Member

Presidents Club of California Consumer Attorneys

Member

Better Business Bureau

Member

California Trial Lawyers Association

Member

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

Consumer Attorneys of San Diego

Member

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

National Association of Personal Injury Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Doe v. Roe Hospital

$20 million settlement

Confidential v. Confidential

$21 million settlement

Matt Doe vs. Los Angeles Unified School District

$23 Million Verdict

Lynch v. La Valencia Hotel Corporation, Slip-Tech Inc.

$650,000 Settlement

Sheets v. CNUSD

$14,000,000 Settlement

Lilley v. Snorkel

$468,000 Settlement

Bryant/Prevost case

$675,000 Settlement

Lopez v. Tulloch

$400,000 Settlement

Douglas v. Kaiser Foundation Health Plan

$350,000 Settlement

Guzman et al. v. Chawick

$350,000 Settlement

Dubois v. Westbrook

$329,000 Settlement

Confidential

$700,000 Settlement

Tracy v. Kern County Medical Center

$700,000 Settlement

Miles/Rosette vs. Kaiser

$700,000 Settlement

Torrecillas v. United States of America

$750,000 Settlement

Gracida v. Tae Yang

$813,628 Judgment

Gamero v. Kaweah Delta Hospital

$965,000 Settlement

Dugan v. LIGA

$13,813,000 Verdict

De Luz v. Thermos Co.

$500,000 Verdict

Quinones v. Anderson Lithograph

$500,000 Settlement

Exposito v. State of California

$1,400,000 Settlement

Ramos v. Su, M.D.

$100,000 Settlement

Carranza v. Matheson, et al.

$250,000 Settlement

Fisher v. Peletz, et al.

$120,000 Settlement

Sullivan v. Norman Shori, M.D.

$273,000 Verdict

Zou v. Batter

$1,250,000.00 Settlement

Standley v. Laub, MW Reid Welding

$2,050,000 Settlement

Adams / Howell Case

A settlement was reached for insurance policy limits.

Luke Acuna v. City of San Diego

$18 million settlement

Richeson v. Tovey/Shultz Construction

$10.7 million verdict

Bae & Kim v. County of Riverside

$1,300,000 Settlement

Leavitt vs. Ultramar

$8,000,000 Settlement

Zitz-Evancich vs. City of Los Angeles

$5,000,000 Settlement

Doe vs. Doe

$2,960,000 Settlement

Baney

$2,250,000 Settlement

DeLaTorre vs. Kwan

$2,190,000 Settlement

Garcia v. City of San Diego, et al.

$1,650,0000 Settlement

Aguilar v. Underwriters Laboratories

$1,550,000 Settlement

Bird Case

$1,540,000 Verdict

Ochoa v. SVSM

$1,500,000 Settlement

Benavidez v. Franklin

$3,200,000 Settlement

Spivak v. AMFAC

$1,250,000 Settlement

Liang v. UPS

$1,300,000 Settlement

Sinkule v. Marum

$2,000,420 Verdict

Xa/Truong v. Fleming Chen, MD & San Gabriel Valley Hospital

$1,750,000 Settlement

Khuat v. Toyota Industrial Equipment

$1,000,000 Settlement

Hutchison v. Gripalloy

$1,000,000 Settlement

Wilson v. Edison

$1,342,000 Verdict

Von During Case

$2,000,000 Settlement

Evans v. Continental Insurance

$1,275,000 Verdict

Todd v. County of Los Angeles

$2,027,000 Verdict

Geibel Case

$1,035,000 Settlement

Doe v. Roe

$3,300,000 Settlement

Confidential v. DeMordaigle

$2,150,000 Judgment

Ruiz Case

$2,625,000 Settlement

Logan v. LAMTA

$3,300,000 Settlement

Doe v. Roe

$1,500,000 Settlement

Doe v. Roe

$1,400,000 Settlement

Qualls vs. Case Corporation

$17,550,000 Verdict

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Education

1992

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Bucknell University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

San Diego Brain Injury Foundation Monthly Meeting

Brain Injury Lawsuits: What to Expect

Publications

2015

2015

Estey & Bomberger, LLP Dog Bite Attorney in San Diego, CA

2015

Estey & Bomberger, LLP Signs of Child Molestation

2014

Estey & Bomberger (San Bernardino) San Bernardino Slip and Fall Lawyer

2014

Estey & Bomberger (Riverside) Riverside Car Accident Attorney

Languages

Spanish

English

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