Timothy Wayne Mazzela

Timothy Wayne Mazzela

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 32 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Fresno, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Slip and Fall Accident ... +2 more

1875 E Alluvial Avenue, Suite 101, Fresno, CA

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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: 1993

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Timothy W. Mazzela

1875 E Alluvial Avenue, Suite 101, Fresno, CA, 93720-3856

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Timothy Wayne Mazzela's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Lucas | September 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident

I got my life back.

My experience with Tim was nothing short of a miracle. I was t- boned on my motorcycle doing 50 by a careless driver. I contacted Tim the next day, and he immediately started the process of getting me where I needed to be. Within the first week I was heading to doctors/chiropractor appointments, gett...ing thoroughly checked out, and was starting to get my peace of mind back. He handled everything that had to do with my case with professionalism and treated me with the upmost respect. I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer than Timothy Mazzela!

Posted by Carlos Aguilar | July 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trucking Accident

Pickup-Truck T-bones my car results in a back injury

On April 15, 2016, I suffered a tragic car accident. I was hit by a pick-up truck. The truck hit four other cars before making its way to me at 80 mph on a 35 mph road. The truck T-boned my Cadillac CTS, spun me off the road and caused my car to hit a light pole smashing my back rear door. I was ve...ry lucky and blessed the light pole did not hit my driver door; I fear I would have been crushed by the speed and the impact. I was referred to Timothy Mazzella through family members. They told me how hard Timothy worked and that he would not settle for less. I was told that Timothy frequently kept in contact and informed them of the case updates. I choose Timothy as my lawyer because of the communication and dedication he put in with my family members case. When I first met with Timothy, I felt comfortable and welcomed. I did not feel like a careless number to him; I was a person and a friend. He treated me with respect and gave his full attention and answered all my questions and concerns. Timothy always returned my calls and made sure my concerns where met. I honestly got very lucky choosing Timothy to represent me on my case. Timothy represented me and dealt with all the demands and heavy paper work I, myself, could not handle due to working conditions. The event that transpired on April 15, 2016 was not planned or expected but I’m grateful my family members introduced me to Timothy Mazzella. The person that hit my car was under the influence and stole the car that hit myself and four other cars. Today, I can say we won the case. I’m glad I choose Timothy Mazella to represent me, with the insurance company, and handle all of the legal paper work. I’m very happy to know if something like this happens to me again, I can always count on Timothy. Thank you,

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Michael Gazell

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mazzela is a great lawyer, mentor, and friend. Mr. Mazzela gave me the opportunity to clerk for him while I was taking the bar exam, an opportunity and experience I will forever be thankful for! Thank you Tim! Mr. Mazzela has significant knowledge and experience in the area of personal injury. Anyone looking for a personal injury attorney should contact Mr. Mazzela immediately!"

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Michael Hazelton

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean O'Rourke

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tim over 20 years and opposed him on many cases. He is always well prepared, versed in both the facts of the case and the law. I can see he cares about his clients and always places their interests first. He provides advice that you can trust. If you are injured, he is someone you should seek out to represent you."

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Frank Nunes

Car accident lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with and against Mr. Mazzela. He is an aggressive advocate for his clients."

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Trevor Hickey

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As an insurance defense attorney, I contend with lawyers from all over California regarding personal injury matters. Tim is consistently one of the best plaintiff's attorneys I go up against. He is smart, tenacious and always works for what is in his clients' best interests. If you are in need of an attorney for your personal injury, you can't go wrong with retaining Tim Mazzela to represent you."

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Karney Mekhitarian

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Great Lawyer! Knowledgeable, experienced, and aggressive. Well known and respected by the judges. Knows the value of a case and not afraid to take the insurance company's to trial. Jurors appreciate his clarity and presentation. Highly recommended. With over 20 plus years of experience, Mr. Mazzela has seen and done it all."

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Richard Aharonian

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Owner, Timothy W. Mazzela

Associations

2007 - Present

Fresno Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - 2007

Fresno Trial Lawyers Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Lisa W. v. Doe Defendant, Fresno County Superior Court

Settlement: Dog Bite $500,000.00

Doe v. kandarian Farms

Premises liability favorable verdict for $785,196.76, plus costof suit

Linda F. v. Doe Defendant

Settlement: $2,300,000.00.

Watts v. St. Paul Travelers Insurance Company

Settlement: Headon Collision $1,000,000.00.

Tamra N. v. Doe Defendants

The garbage truck company settled for $1,000,000.00 and the hospital settled for $1,000,000.00 after extensive litigation in both cases.

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Education

1993

San Joaquin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

California State University, Fresno

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

Gaining the Best Settlement in Auto Injury Cases

Gaining the Best Settlement in Auto Injury Cases

Publications

2007

National Business Institute Seminar Gaining the Best Settlement in Auto Injury Cases

Languages

English

Spanish

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