Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Sacramento, CA
Penney & Associates is a leading personal injury law firm with over three decades of experience advocating for clients across California. Since our founding in 1992, we have recovered more than $500 million for injury victims through our commitment to compassionate representation and strategic litigation. Our team of attorneys brings over 150 years of combined experience, specializing in complex cases involving vehicle accidents, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries. We prioritize clear communication and multilingual support to ensure clients understand every step of their legal journey. With offices in Sacramento, Roseville, Santa Clara, Chico, Rocklin, and Irvine, we serve clients statewide while maintaining a personalized approach to each case. Our attorneys are recognized for excellence, including AVVO's highest rating and membership in prestigious organizations like the American Board of Trial Advocates.We handle cases from initial consultation through trial, focusing on maximizing compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional trauma. Our track record includes landmark settlements, such as a $14 million verdict for a restaurant worker and a $6 million wrongful death award against a rideshare company. We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial circumstances. Penney & Associates remains dedicated to community advocacy while adapting to evolving legal challenges, including emerging areas like electric scooter and rideshare accident litigation.
Services
Vehicle Accidents
Wrongful Death
Catastrophic Injuries
Dog Bites
Trucking Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Boating Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
Wildfire Litigation
Pedestrian Accidents
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- Over 150 years of combined litigation experience in personal injury law
- Recovered $500 million+ for California injury victims
- Multilingual legal team ensuring clear client communication
- Recognized in Super Lawyers and AVVO Top Attorneys
- Offices in 6 major California cities with satellite locations
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- Avvo 10 Clients Choice
- AV Preeminent
- Sacramento Top Lawyers
- Rue-Ratings
What people say
Excellent professional attorney
Compassionate approach
Strong communication
Successful verdicts
Dedicated representation
Services
Personal Injury Law
Penney & Associates handles all types of personal injury cases resulting from negligence. Our attorneys advocate for clients with severe injuries from accidents, ensuring compensation for medical costs, lost income, and emotional distress. With decades of trial experience, we negotiate with insurance companies and litigate when necessary to protect client rights.
Wrongful Death
We represent families who lost loved ones due to preventable accidents. Our attorneys investigate liability, calculate financial impacts, and pursue maximum compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering. We've secured multi-million dollar verdicts against major corporations and transportation providers.
Vehicle Accidents
Our firm specializes in complex vehicle accident cases involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, and rideshares. We analyze crash data, reconstruct accidents, and prove liability for collisions caused by distracted driving, impaired operators, or mechanical failures. Our track record includes multiple $1M+ settlements for serious injury cases.
Wildfire Litigation
We represent property owners and businesses affected by California wildfires caused by utility company negligence. Our attorneys document property damage, business interruption losses, and emotional trauma to secure compensation for rebuilding and recovery. We've successfully litigated against major utility providers.
Dog Bites
We handle serious dog bite cases involving children and adults. Our attorneys prove property owner liability, document medical treatment costs, and pursue compensation for scarring and emotional trauma. We work with medical experts to demonstrate long-term impacts of animal attack injuries.
People
Frederick W. Penney
Founding Attorney
AVVO-rated 10 Superb Lawyer with 30+ years of personal injury experience. Host of nationally syndicated Radio Law Talk program. Recognized in Sacramento Top Lawyers and Rue-Ratings. Specializes in complex injury litigation and trial advocacy.
Kevin L. Elder
Attorney
32-year civil litigation veteran with 18 years as lead trial counsel. Expertise in insurance defense and personal injury claims. Known for strategic case analysis and successful courtroom outcomes in complex injury cases.
Stewart P. Galbraith
Attorney
30-year legal professional with focus on personal injury and wrongful death cases. Recognized for detailed case preparation and client advocacy. Holds California State Bar admission since 1990 with consistent track record of favorable settlements.
Garrett Penney
Attorney
Bilingual Spanish-speaking attorney with international legal perspective. Graduated from Brigham Young University with focus on cross-cultural communication. Specializes in client relations and case strategy development for injury victims.
Adam Hahn
Attorney
Seasoned legal professional with dual California practice experience. Focuses on complex personal injury cases requiring technical analysis. Known for thorough preparation and effective courtroom presentation in high-stakes litigation.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury cases including vehicle accidents, wrongful death, dog bites, slip and falls, and catastrophic injuries from accidents. Our expertise extends to specialized cases like wildfire litigation and rideshare accidents.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on contingency fees - you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee comes from the settlement or judgment amount, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial situation.
What areas do you serve in California?
We have offices in Sacramento, Roseville, Santa Clara, Chico, Rocklin, and Irvine with satellite locations in major cities including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego areas.
How long do injury cases typically take?
Case duration varies by complexity. Simple cases may resolve in months while complex litigation takes 1-3 years. We pursue timely resolutions but prepare every case for trial to maximize client leverage.
What should I do after an accident?
Seek medical attention first. Document the scene with photos, collect witness information, and contact us before speaking with insurance companies. Preserve all evidence related to your injury and treatment.
Can I afford legal representation?
Yes. Our contingency fee arrangement means no upfront costs. We only collect fees after successfully recovering compensation through settlement or court judgment in your case.
