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Greg Bentley

Greg Bentley is Co-Founder of Bentley & More LLP in Newport Beach, California. With 36 years of experience, he represents plaintiffs in personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, insurance bad faith, dangerous road and property conditions, and construction-site failure cases. Admitted to the State Bar of California, Greg earned his J.D. from Western State University College of Law in 1990. He is a member of several invitation-only trial organizations, including the American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, and is active in multiple statewide and regional trial lawyer associations.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Greg Bentley

Workers’ Compensation and Disability After an Accident

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
If you suffer a workplace injury, you want reimbursement for your losses. Your employer should pay you for medical expenses and lost income benefits. Permanent injuries make the employee eligible for disability. This situation often leaves injury victims wondering if they can apply for and collect disability insurance and workers' compensation simultaneously. Working with the right workers’ compensation lawyer can result in getting both ben... Read More

Workers’ Comp and Third-Party Lawsuits

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
Suffering an injury in the workplace is the last thing you want to experience. You might assume your employer's workers' compensation insurance will pay for the costs you incur from this event, which is the correct assumption in most instances. However, sometimes injuries are the fault of another entity unrelated to the employer's actions. Some cases can require a claim against both parties. Workers' comp and third-party lawsuits differ ... Read More

Where Do Car Accidents Most Occur in Orange County?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
Nationwide, one of the leading causes of preventable deaths is car crashes. Orange County is a central metropolitan area. It is also home to a significant amount of auto collisions. Some improvement has happened in the last few years, but collisions are still a concern. Car accidents can cause life-altering consequences for victims. Collisions can occur anywhere in Orange County, but some areas are more dangerous. After a crash, speak to an... Read More

Where Do Car Accidents Most Occur in San Bernardino?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
Car accidents can happen anywhere, including in San Bernardino. Some accident victims suffer devastating and costly injuries that lead to high-value injury claims against the negligent driver. If you suffer injuries in a crash, discuss a possible case with a San Bernardino car accident lawyer today. Injuries and fatalities in San Bernardino Laws and road designs should promote safety, but thousands of people still suffer injuries annually... Read More

Where Do Car Accidents Most Occur in Riverside?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
Some Riverside roads are more hazardous than others. Everyone must use reasonable care when driving. When they are negligent or reckless, it can lead to severe accidents. Riverside is a populated county in California, and our busy roads often lead to injury-causing accidents. If you suffered injuries in a car accident in the area, you should speak to a Riverside car accident lawyer as soon as you can. A lawyer can protect your rights and en... Read More

What Are the Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
Pedestrian accidents are common nationwide, and a person's life can change forever if a vehicle hits them. What makes them so harrowing is the size and weight difference between a person and a vehicle, and a collision can cause severe and life-altering injuries. The cause of a pedestrian accident determines an injured pedestrian’s legal rights. After an accident, anyone injured needs to speak to a local pedestrian accident lawyer who can as... Read More

How Long Do Pedestrian Accident Claims Take to Settle?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
You are likely a pedestrian at some point every day. Whether you are walking across a parking lot or crossing the street at a crosswalk, you trust drivers to safely navigate around you. Unfortunately, some drivers can be negligent and cause serious accidents. Your life can change instantly if a vehicle hits you. Because cars, buses, and trucks are significantly larger than people, these accidents can lead to severe injuries and costly losse... Read More

Greg Bentley named the Daily Journal 2023 Top 100 Lawyers

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Last Modified on Sep 30, 2025

Workers’ Comp Settlements for a Back Injury

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
Back injuries can lead to painful and sometimes permanent complications, including the inability to work over an extended period. In some circumstances, individuals suffer these injuries while performing strenuous job duties. People who work in the building and construction industries are especially susceptible to back injuries because they often work atop tall ladders and scaffolding. They may also have to push or pull heavy equipment and mac... Read More

Bentley & More attorney Farnaz Salessi featured in the OCTLA’s the Gavel Magazine

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Last Modified on Sep 30, 2025

Farnaz Salessi of Bentley & More LLO & Michael Jeandron of Roberts Jeandron LLP co-authored an article that was published in the OCTLA’s The Gavel magazine. The article highlighted the Privette Doctrine and the many Court of Appeal decisions that have interpreted this complex area of personal injury law.

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How Do I Find the Right Lawyer for My Case?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
If you recently suffered injuries in an accident that resulted from another person’s carelessness or negligence, you might recover monetary damages for all of your accident-related losses. To increase your chances of recovering favorable monetary compensation in a personal injury claim or lawsuit, hire an excellent personal injury attorney to advocate for you at all times. Generally, the sooner you retain legal counsel to represent you in your... Read More

Keith More selected in the 2024 The Best Lawyers in America® Lawyer of the Year for Workers’ Compensation

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Last Modified on Oct 04, 2025

Now in his 34th year of practice, Keith P. More still has the desire and motivation to take on the most challenging, life changing cases. If you are reading this, then you know it is Keith’s fierce drive, compassion and experience that separates him from all other lawyers. His vast knowledge of Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury makes him invaluable in the legal community. Keith is a decorated attorney, however beyond the personal accolades, is a lawyer who cares about those he represents.

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8 Lawyers from Bentley & More LLP were recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

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Last Modified on Sep 30, 2025

We are proud to announce the inclusion of 8 of our attorneys on their recognition in the 2024 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® & Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™.

The Best Lawyers in America® Top Row (L to R): Co- Founder Keith More (Named Best Lawyers® 2024 Workers’ Compensation “Lawyer of the Year” in Newport Beach, Co-Founder Greg Bentley, Partner Matt Clark

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ Bottom Row (L to R): Nico Mamone, Farnaz Salessi, Partner Clare Lucich, Braydon Bentley, Sam Hibbs

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How Much Can I Get for Pain and Suffering?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
If you suffered injuries in an accident that resulted from someone else's negligence, you may pursue and recover monetary damages, including compensation for your past and future pain and suffering. Pain and suffering damages compensate accident victims for their ongoing physical symptoms and inconvenience, mental distress, and other accident-related damages. Many injury victims focus on compensation for their financial losses, such as m... Read More

What are the Types of Premises Liability Accidents?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
When property owners fail to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe manner, various types of accidents including slips and falls may occur. Suppose you suffered injuries in a premises accident that resulted from a property owner's negligence. In that case, you can take legal action by filing a personal injury claim with the property owner's insurance company. You can also file a lawsuit if the insurance company does not compensate you fa... Read More

Who Is Liable in a Slip and Fall Accident?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
When premises owners fail to take care of their properties responsibly, serious accidents may occur, including slip and falls. In that situation, you may hold the negligent property owner, through their insurance company, liable for paying the accident victim's related medical expenses and other monetary damages. You may have legal options if you recently suffered injuries in a slip and fall accident on someone else's premises. A skilled sl... Read More

Types of Truck Accidents

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
When drivers of large commercial trucks, including big rigs and tractor-trailers, speed excessively and violate other road rules, the chances are that they will cause a traffic accident leading to multiple injuries. In addition to truck driver negligence, trucking companies sometimes negligently hire and retain problem truck drivers over an extended time. If you suffered injuries in a truck accident resulting from a truck driver or trucking... Read More

Causes of Truck Accidents

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
When a large and heavy commercial truck strikes a smaller vehicle, the driver and passengers in the smaller car usually suffer serious injuries especially if the truck is going fast. In addition to incurring high medical bills and other accident-related expenses, truck accident victims may need to take time off work to recover from their injuries and become whole again. Consequently, accident victims may lose significant income, placing a f... Read More

When to Get an Attorney for a Car Accident

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
Car accidents often leave drivers and passengers with serious injuries, ongoing physical limitations, and high medical bills. An accident victim may also need to take significant time off work, losing considerable income. All of these consequences can weigh financially on accident victims and their families. Given everything riding on the line, car crash victims must retain experienced legal counsel to represent them as quickly as possible ... Read More

How Much Does Workmans’ Comp Pay for a Back Injury?

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Last Modified on May 05, 2026
Back injuries can lead to significant pain and the need for ongoing medical treatment. Moreover, a permanent back injury may cause an accident victim to experience debilitating pain for the rest of their life. As a result, medical bills can pile up quickly, leaving the accident victim unable to work for a significant amount of time following their work accident. If you suffered a back injury in a recent workplace occurrence, you may file a ... Read More
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