Benton McKnight | Bakersfield Personal Injury Lawyer

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About Benton
I offer initial free consultations on injury cases.
Experience
Owner
McKnight and McKnight Law, APC
Present
Bakersfield, CA
Admission
California
1985
Education
Biola University
Bachelors (Business Administration)
1982
Recognitions & Achievements
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Member | California State Bar Association
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Board of Directors | Kern County Bar Association
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Member | American Trial Lawyers Association
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Member | Consumer Attorneys of California
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Speaker | Statewide Consumer Attorneys of California Convention
Notable Work
Kern County Motor Vehicle Accidents Blog | McKnight and McKnight Law, APC
Questions & Answers
Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
a. Our firm recently pursued a fatal car accident claim for a family where the police report put their husband/father at fault for the collision. After extensive investigation and filing a lawsuit and preparing the matter for trial, we were able to obtain compensation for the family's loss. Through our personal attention and dedication not only did we successfully settle the case but helped the family during a very difficult time in their life. b. This year our firm represented a husband and wife in an auto accident claim. The initial offer by the insurance company was less than one half of what we were able to settle for after pursuing the matter through the filing of a lawsuit on our clients behalf. *results may vary depending on the facts of each claim. This does not guarantee, warranty or predict the outcome of your claim.
How did you build a successful practice?
30 plus years of treating our clients the way we would want to be treated if we were in an accident. We provide personal attention to our clients and take the time to get to know our clients and their individual circumstances, injuries and needs.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?
Integrity, Hard Working, Extensive Experience in handling accident cases, Local Attorney based in Kern County.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
When a potential client calls us about an accident we are extremely familiar with the local roads and highways and the companies and people of Kern County. We were born and raised in Kern County, attended top law schools and returned to our hometown. We are local and know the people and values of this community.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
With our 30 plus years of handling accident cases we can give guidance and counsel to potential clients, including the proper steps to take following an accident, investigation and evidence that needs to be preserved and their rights to full and fair compensation under the law.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?
Date of accident, location of accident, whether a police report was made, injuries.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
We were born and raised in Kern County, attended top law schools and returned to our hometown. We are local and know the people and values of this community. We have invested back into our local community and will be here when you need us.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
Helping injured people and their families during very difficult times following an accident.
What are your other interests in addition to law?
Family, fly fishing, outdoor activities
Are you involved in your community?
Yes. I am involved in my church, Kern County Teen Challenge, Influencers
Additional Info
McKnight and McKnight Law, APC Highlights
Accident & Injury