James Bergener

James Bergener is a highly skilled personal injury attorney and the founding partner of Sweet James LLP. He has dedicated his legal career to helping accident victims recover the compensation they deserve. With a strong reputation for achieving successful settlements and verdicts, he has secured millions of dollars for clients across various injury cases. His expertise extends to personal injury, wrongful death, bad faith insurance claims, and complex accident cases.

Recognized as an aggressive advocate for victims, Mr. Bergener is a member of the prestigious Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which includes less than 1% of U.S. attorneys.

James Bergener earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Whittier School of Law. During law school, he was a distinguished member of the Law Review, showcasing his commitment to legal scholarship. After completing his legal education, he was admitted to the California Bar, allowing him to practice law throughout the state.

Before founding Sweet James LLP, Mr. Bergener worked on the defense side, representing insurance companies against personal injury and workers’ compensation claims. This experience gave him valuable insight into insurance company strategies, allowing him to challenge them on behalf of injured clients effectively. His ability to resolve complex cases has set him apart, often achieving results that other attorneys deemed impossible.

As an expert in accident law, James Bergener has been selected as a Super Lawyer from 2016 to 2020, a recognition awarded to outstanding attorneys based on peer reviews and professional achievements. His firm has won multiple high-value settlements, including multi-million-dollar verdicts for auto accidents, pedestrian injuries, and wrongful death cases.

In addition to litigation, James Bergener is an experienced negotiator, frequently settling cases through mediation and arbitration. He is also a trusted legal commentator, providing professional insights on personal injury law through various media platforms. With a track record of excellence, Mr. Bergener continues to fight for the rights of accident victims, ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Sweet James Accident Attorneys
• Member, Law Review
• Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Whittier School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Utah
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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