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4.2 /5.0
35 Client Reviews
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Gary A. Jackson
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Biography
Highly experienced and dedicated representation for Injured Workers only.
My brother and I have worked hard to create a law firm that responds to client questions and concerns quickly, usually the same day. As the only Southern California work comp firm with the Case Status App, our clients never have to ask us what is going on with their case or what the next step will be or be in the dark about what to expect next. Our App is a place our clients can visit 24/7 for case updates, appointment reminders and text message their attorney anytime with questions or concerns.
The old way of calling your attorney and leaving a message is the past. We are embracing the future and more importantly the way our clients would prefer to communicate with us. With our App, our clients never have to call and ask if we received their fax or email. They can simply take a picture of any document and upload it to our App. What they see on the App we see on the App. This means there is full transparency with all client communications!
Excellent client communication is what our clients demand; but what they need is also an attorney with a rock-solid understanding of the law. This combination means our clients consistently receive the highest possible settlements and better medical care. Our results, as seen in our recent case postings on our webstie and our actions, as expressed by past client reviews speaks for itself.
If your attorney does not have an App to communicate directly and one on one with you, it may be time to change to an attorney who does!
Injured at work? Confused about the process? We have the answers you seek. Get with the firm who has the Case Status App for 24/7 case updates. Board certified specialist by the California state bar. Se habla español. Call & Chat Available 24/7.
Injured at work? Confused about the process? We have the answers you seek. Get with the firm who has the Case Status App for 24/7 case updates. Board certified specialist by the California state bar. Se habla español. Call & Chat Available 24/7.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Workers Compensation
100%
33 years | 10,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
15%-15%
Awards
2024
2023 2022 2021
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2015
Location
Jackson & Jackson
(562) 548-5884
Mobile
(562) 426-9900
Fax
20422 Beach Boulevard, Suite 200, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
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Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Unprofessional
He said he would get me the maximum he can get me out of my settlement. Then ended up settling for the least he was demanding from them. Him nor his staff answered any of my calls. He gave me the break down of the amount I was supposed to get and it was less than what I should have of received and en...
Gary Jackson
Replied last June 18, 2025Thank you for your review. Unfortunately, you have lied and that is a criminal offense, called defamation. A work comp attorney does not settle a work comp case. Only the client can settle the case, by signing settlement documents. The attorney does "settle" the case, the client does, in this case YOU. Your accusation that I am purposely settling your case for less than we could have gotten you is extremely ignorant; 1. An attorney is not going to recommend a settlement to you for less than the maximum that can be gotten, since the attorney gets a percentage of the settlement, and 2. No one gets what they ask for! Negotiation school 101 teaches you ask for more than you can get. So actually, this shows I did a terrific job in starting the negotiations high. This is what we all want our attorneys to do for us; shoot high! If you think there is a discrepancy in the settlement breakdown we provided you, you should reach out for an explanation and to see if we made a mistake. It can happen. A number can be typed incorrectly. We are not perfect and always admit any mistakes and correct them. Why don't you reveal your name to the world so we can look into your case and set the record straight? Or do you want to remain anonymous because you know you are lying? This is very cowardly, in my opinion. Finally, we answer calls as necessary but most of the time we just text our clients since this is what they prefer. We have an App that allows all our clients to text us with any questions or concerns. We are the only firm with the Case status app in Southern California. Our clients love the App with the 24/7 updates, texting ability, and they are never in the dark about where the case is in the process and the next steps. We are proud of our commitment to our clients and especially our dedication to excellent client communications. The proof is in the App we have developed at great expense to us, but free to our beloved clients.
Gary A. Jackson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Jackson is an excellent advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need. He is also an asset to the Avvo Community, providing invaluable resources to those seeking help."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"I endorse Gary. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Jackson is extremely competent, professional, knowledgable and aggressive. I refer all of my workers' compensation cases to him and have been extremely satisfied with his work."
Derek Jackson
Workers compensation lawyer
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Eric Jacobson
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2015.
Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2015
updated on 05/05/2016This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.
Gary’s comment:
“Client moved to Sacramento area and wanted a local attorney. A substitution of attorney was sent to client to sign and return. Client never returned the substitution of attorney. our office inadvertently indicated her case was closed in our database. Therefore we did not respond to a Petitin to dismiss her case. Case was dismissed without prejudice and we are reinstating her case with no adverse affect to client. Client has requested that we continue to represent her.”
Honors
2025
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Client Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California
2024
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California
2023
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top Contributor, Avvo
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Contributor, Avvo
2017
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Managing Partner, Jackson & Jackson
1991 - 1992
Alternate Defense Counsel Intern, Public Defender's Office
Associations
1994 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
THIERRY RUAUX VS CROWN PLAZA HOTEL
Cash settlement $644,461.00
ADRIENNE BUCH VS SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
$125,000 cash settlement with Future Medical care provided through Medicare system
Suzanne Thomas v. O'Melvany & Meyers
$47,000.00 cash settlement for emotinal trauma
Manuel Romero v. ProLease Pacific
$100,000.00 cash settlement
Michael Terronez v. AT Systems, Inc.
$425,00.00 settlement with lifetime payments
Doris WIlson v. Los Angeles Unified School District
Stipulation to 51% disability for 1985 hip injury
Florence Warren vs. Craig Perez
Cash settlement of $15,600.00
Richard Arnold vs. T&L Pearce (Cal Insurance Guarantee Assoc)
100% permanent disability and life time medical
Ramon Rodriguez v. Childrens Hospital Orange County
settlement based on 82% permanent disability
Danny Yarbrough v. DCH Automotive
settlement based on 100% permanent disability
Nahu Mejia v. ABM
client returns to same job and settles for $80,000
Fredrick Mirabal v. Boeing
$125,000 settlement for neck injury
Juan Sanchez v. Roman Ward Jewelry
Trial award of 86% for injured teacher
Maria Moreno v. California Community News
multiple injuries to low back and shoulders
Michael Bay v. Burlington Northern & Santa Fe Railway
Confidential multi-million dollar settlement
Edward Ulloa (Deceased) by Cindy Marquez v. ARB
Serious and Willful condition casues death
William McCann v. Robinson Helicopter
100% disability for psychiatric injury
MICHAEL JENSEN VS PACIFIC RETAIL PARTNERS
100% Permanent total Disability Award and life time Medical
Fredrick Mirabal v. Boeing
$125,000 settlement for neck injury
Carlos Medrano v. Aquabrew
after appeal to Supreme Court, client prevails.
Education
1993
University of West Los Angeles School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
2009
2009
Jackson On Comp
A Simple Way To Reduce Medical Costs
2009
Jackson On Comp
Loss of an Eye No Big Deal According to Cal Legislature
2009
Jackson On Comp
Don't Forget The Meta Data
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Gary earned significant contribution points in 2023.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can you borrow from workers comp in California case
13 Jan 2026
Q&A
Three years ago I had a work incident with a student who clawed my eyes, now I have daily issues.
20 Nov 2025
Q&A
Injured at work but supervisor did not report the injury in fear and after work went to my private hospital?
09 Nov 2025
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