Greg Bentley

Many people throughout California enjoy riding motorcycles, but riders of all experience levels must acknowledge the risks these vehicles present and know what to do after a motorcycle accident. In California, if another driver is responsible for causing an accident, you have the right to claim compensation, but motorcycle accidents often present complex legal challenges that require the attention of experienced legal counsel. What to Do Afte... Read More

When it comes to car vs truck accident claims in California, the main differences between these types of accident claims are the severity of the damages involved and the complexity of determining liability. Proving fault is necessary for any vehicle accident case in California, and an injured victim has the right to claim compensation for their damages, but resolving a truck accident case is generally more difficult than resolving a car accide... Read More

Any truck accident can be devastating, but jackknife accidents are particularly damaging and likely to injure multiple victims. There are several common jackknife truck accident causes, and liability in California can be difficult to prove. You should hire a jackknife accident lawyer as soon as possible after your accident so they can start gathering the evidence you need to prove fault for your accident. Jackknife Truck Accident Causes and L... Read More

When a commercial truck accident occurs, an injured victim must be prepared to prove fault for the accident so they can recover compensation for the damages they suffered. While a driver is usually to blame for an accident, their employer may share liability. Trucking company liability for driver negligence in California can complicate a personal injury claim, and it’s important that you hire a truck accident lawyer who can help you understand... Read More

Proving fault for any accident can be challenging, and this may require various types of evidence. Truck accident claims are generally more complex than most other crashes, and one of the most important pieces of evidence you may not know how to obtain is black box evidence in truck accident cases in California, this evidence could show the exact circumstances of how your recent accident happened and help you prove liability. Understanding th... Read More

The trucking industry is heavily regulated in many ways, including restrictions on how long drivers may operate their trucks before requiring rest. When it comes to hours of service violations and truck accidents in California, a skilled attorney can help you prove whether a truck driver and/or their employer violated these rules, and that this contributed to causing your recent accident. If so, you may have grounds to claim substantial compen... Read More

The window of time that you have to file an injury claim in court is not open-ended. Following a car collision, the clock begins ticking, and a missed filing deadline could mean that you do not have recourse to use the civil court system to pursue accountability and compensation. If you were injured in a car collision, you may be wondering how long after a car accident you can sue in California. Why the Courts Set Statutes of Limitations for ... Read More

A recent report by NBC Los Angeles highlights a devastating case that underscores a troubling reality: even when liability is established, injured workers often face an uphill battle to receive the care they urgently need. Read the full article here:https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/city-of-hope-upland-work-comp-nurse-cardiac-arrest/3873408/Watch the Story A Catastrophic Event at Work In May 2020, a nurse working at Cit... Read More

Bentley & More LLP is pleased to share that seven members of its legal team have earned recognition on the 2026 Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars® lists for Southern California.

Gregory L. Bentley, Keith P. More, Jose Gonzalez, Clare H. Lucich, Matthew W. Clark, and Steven Schuetze have been named to the 2026 Super Lawyers® list, with Nico Mamone earning a spot on the 2026 Rising Stars® list.

Among this year’s honorees, Greg Bentley has been ranked in the Southern California Top 10 for Personal Injury – a distinction reserved for a select few within an already competitive field. Keith More received dual recognition, appearing on both the Southern California Top 100 and Orange County Top 50 lists.

Super Lawyers is an independent rating service that evaluates attorneys through a thorough, multi-step selection process involving peer nominations, independent research, and professional achievement. The designation is awarded to no more than 5% of attorneys in each state, reflecting a high standard of legal excellence and professional standing.

We are incredibly proud of each attorney named to this year’s lists. Their commitment to their clients and their craft makes this recognition well deserved. Congratulations to all!

 

Bentley & More LLP

Newport Beach

 

Telling Our Clients’ Stories

When a serious injury or workplace accident turns your life upside down, having the right legal team in your corner can make all the difference. At Bentley & More LLP, our attorneys are dedicated to shouldering the legal burden so our clients can focus on what matters most – their recovery. With a proven record of hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements, our team brings deep experience across catastrophic personal injury, product liability, workers’ compensation, insurance bad faith, and the complex cases where these areas intersect.

We take the time to understand each client’s unique situation and fight aggressively on their behalf – whether at the negotiating table or in the courtroom. That personal investment in every case is what drives our results and defines who we are as a firm.

 

4931 Birch St.

Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 870-3800

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Finding yourself in the aftermath of a car accident in California is terrifying. You are likely overwhelmed, confused about what actions to take next, and suffering severe injuries. When you know that you didn’t cause the accident, it can offer some relief and vindication, but fear and confusion are likely also at play. Knowing what to do after a car accident that’s not your fault in California is essential, and the team at Bentley & More ... Read More

If you suffered an injury in a car accident in Newport Beach, you are probably trying to understand whether the law recognizes the physical pain, psychological distress, and emotional anguish that often result from collisions like yours. Yes, pain and suffering is a common feature of car accident cases.The question then becomes, how much is my pain and suffering worth? To answer that question satisfactorily, we need to know more about you... Read More

Most people in Newport Beach do not ask about settlement timelines out of curiosity. They ask because they believe they deserve one, and they want to know how long it can take to receive the compensation they are entitled to. It’s a fair (and potentially urgent) question, but the answer is not as cut and dry as you might wish.The time it takes to secure a car accident settlement varies from case to case. The approach of insurance companies... Read More

Most people do not have “comparing personal injury lawyers” on their bucket lists, or even their realistic list of things they might have to do in the next five years. You find yourself looking for the right personal injury lawyer because something unexpected has happened, and it’s caused you harm that you intend to get justice for.Whether you’re facing an injury that does not heal quickly, a job you cannot return to, a family member’s tra... Read More

When a child is hurt in a car accident, parents are forced to think about the future far sooner than they should have to. You are not only dealing with emergency care and unanswered medical questions. You are trying to understand how injuries from the collision could affect your child’s growth, learning, and long-term independence. When a child is involved in a car accident in Newport Beach, the consequences can be profound and permanent. If ... Read More

Car crashes in Orange County do not always happen where security cameras or traffic cameras can see. Even when those cameras are present, dashboard-mounted cameras can provide a clearer, more conclusive account of how the collision occurred.Few types of evidence can be more compelling than video from a dashboard camera. This evidence can be uniquely valuable when an at-fault driver or insurance company contests who is at fault for the coll... Read More

The Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) has a reputation that cuts two ways. It is one of the most recognizable and scenic roads in the country, yet it is also one of the most unforgiving. Hazardous blind spots, tight curves, and little room to swerve mean that when collisions occur on the PCH, the results are far from the postcard views the roadway is typically associated with.If you’ve been in such an accident, everything you do now should be ge... Read More

Most adults who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) do not typically recognize that they’ve suffered an injury. They might feel “shaken up” or “off,” but the extent of their ailment may not be clear until they receive a formal diagnosis.Concussions and contusions are among the formal types of TBIs that you might suffer in a car accident, fall, workplace accident, or other unanticipated circumstance. You may be entitled to compensation fo... Read More

Most people who suffer whiplash do not immediately think about lawsuits. They think about getting over the pain as soon as possible, getting back to work, and getting their life back on track. Yet, recovery and stability become far more probable when a car accident victim receives fair compensation for their whiplash. A lawsuit can be one pathway to such fair compensation.Once they acknowledge their need for a fair settlement or judgment, ... Read More

If you live in or visit Newport Beach long enough, you get used to traffic being part of daily life. Even the scenic roadways of Pacific Coast Highway, Jamboree Road, and the turns around Balboa Island have traffic. While you can get used to this traffic, you can’t get used to being in an accident or suffering a potentially severe, lingering back injury during such a collision.There is no way for a victim to prepare for the jarring, painfu... Read More

When you have suffered an injury at work, you might face a series of pressing questions. Who is paying for medical care? How long will I be out of work? What happens if your body does not conform to the expected recovery timeline? How will I cover the financial costs and losses resulting from this injury?Here’s one more question that injured workers don’t always consider, but should: Can I file a third-party claim, or is a workers’ compens... Read More