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Learn MoreFor over 41 years, we have taken pride in assisting victims of trucking and traffic accidents, dangerous roadways, product failures, defective premises and other causes of serious injuries and death. It’s not only the grave physical effect, the emotional and financial tolls can be endless. The Law Offices of William D. Shapiro proudly represents those who have suffered serious injury and heirs who have lost loved ones. That’s all we do.
A key to our success as a firm is founder William D. Shapiro. In four decades of catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation and trial experience, a civil trial specialist, Mr. Shapiro has, and continues to provide our clients with confidence, a strong voice and seasoned advocacy.
When you turn to our firm as your personal injury and wrongful death litigation team, you’ll have representation with a reputation of success, exceptional staffing with state of the art facilities, a full investigation team and truly qualified expert witnesses, a firm with all the necessary resources to prove the most difficult cases.
The Law Offices of William D. Shapiro Inc., with offices in California the home office being in San Bernardino, CA, is one of the leading personal injury and wrongful death firms representing…
They can cause paralysis and even death. When people suffer these injuries, their entire lives and the lives of their loved ones are affected. If a spinal cord injury was caused by the carelessness…
Throughout our nearly four decades of serving clients’ families in wrongful death cases, we have seen how devastating the sudden death of a loved one can be to a family. There is the loss, the pain, frustration, worry and sorrow…
Brain injuries are often permanent, requiring the victim and the entire family to make adjustments for loss of memory, personality changes and cognitive disability.
Losing a limb or control of your body functions is one of the most devastating types of injures we can suffer. Even with modern prosthetic devices, the medical treatment and…
Auto and other manufacturers, distributors and retailers have a legal obligation to make sure users of the products they produce, sell, install or service are free from defects…
Whether it be homeowners, retail, mall or other store owners or other private property owners, each has the obligation to keep their premises in reasonably good condition free of dangerous…
After paying insurance premiums to provide protection at a time of great need, so often the insurance companies we trusted would be there to financially protect us do nothing but…
People make mistakes and are negligent when they accidentally run a red light or fail to yield the right of way. When doctors, nurses, hospitals or nursing facilities make mistakes…
When we locate a facility to help our parents and elderly loved ones, we have the reasonable expectation they will be cared for as we would. Too often its found those we’ve placed in…
When we locate a facility to help our parents and elderly loved ones, we have the reasonable expectation they will be cared for as we would. Too often its found those we’ve placed in…
We are The Law Offices of William D. Shapiro, one of the premier personal injury litigation firms representing people who have suffered serious and life-changing injuries in…
It’s not only the grave physical effect, the emotional and financial toll can be endless. We take pride in assisting those in need with compassionate, aggressive representation dedicated and committed to success. The Law Offices of William D. Shapiro proudly represents those who have suffered serious injury and heirs who have lost loved ones. That is our practice and that is all we practice.
A key to our success as a firm is founder William D. Shapiro. In four decades of catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation and trial experience, a civil trial specialist, Mr. Shapiro has, and continues to provide our clients with confidence, a strong voice and seasoned advocacy.
When you turn to The Law Offices of William D. Shapiro as your personal injury/wrongful death litigation firm, you’ll have counsel with a reputation of success, exceptional staffing with state of the art facilities, a full investigation team and truly qualified expert witnesses and all the necessary resources to prove the most difficult cases.
“We are most proud of creating change for our clients in bettering their lives, as well as the lives of many who are affected by our efforts.” — William D. Shapiro, personal injury lawyer
Excellent attorney. I am a court reporter of 22 years. I've had the pleasure of working with Mr. Shapiro for about 20 of those. Mr. Shapiro is very dedicated to his profession and his practice. From a court reporter's viewpoint during depositions, Mr. Shapiro leaves no stone unturned. I've always been impressed with his advocacy for his clients, his preparedness, and his attention to detail with every case. He is always very record conscious and appreciates a...
Vicki
The man cares about his clients!! The level of professionalism from this man is extremely impressive. Bill has handled a few cases for myself over the last 20+ years and most recently handled a traffic accident settlement case for me. Every time I have had interactions with Bill or his staff I have always believed, and continue to believe, that my case was their first priority. I have the utmost respect for Bill and his practice. I would definitely recommend Bill as an attorney...
Gary
Fantastic attorney! Fantastic attorney! Bill is one of the most professional, knowledgeable and yet caring attorneys that I have dealt with ever. He always made sure that I knew what was happening with my case either with a phone call or letter. When I was in his office he never rushed me out. He made sure all of the legal terms and the next steps in my case were understandable to me as a lay person. His confidence in my case that it will be resolved in my favor is very comforting.
Naomi
Oh My Gosh! We had never had a need for a lawyer, so we were both anxious and skeptical to find one after my husband was injured in a bicycling accident. We researched a few, and then accepted an invitation to sit down with Mr. Shapiro and his son Brian
Judi
Amazing Attorney!!!! Bill Shapiro is one of the most professional, knowledgeable caring attorneys that I have ever dealt with. His commitment was unbelievable. I was very impressed with his wealth of knowledge and his respect for the law.
Sharon
I George hired Law Offices of William D. Shapiro for a case for my daughter. Bill Shapiro himself with Co lawyers did a fanaminal job. I would recommend his services to anyone! Thanks Bill For Shapiro.
George
Mr. Shapiro was a killer lawyer. His professionalism surpased all my expectations and consistently put me at ease at each level of my case.
Stephanie
Our family's hero! When our daughter was nearly fatally injured in a motor vehicle accident at the age of 2, we needed someone fully capable and trustworthy to handle her case. Mr. Shapiro was that person for us. He professionally handled business while I was able to care for our daughter. He really cares for his clients and goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth experience. 15 years later, he still looks after us and we consider him family. If you are looking for a great person to represent you, this is your guy. He made sure my daughter was taken care of for the rest of her life. I would not trust anyone else but him for legal advice in the future! We love you Bill!
Jacquelynn
OUTSTANDNG LAWYER! Bill is the lawyer you want sitting next to you in the courtroom! Not many lawyers get involved on an emotional level, but Bill Shapiro does. He is a true professional as well as a deeply caring person. A combination like this is truly hard to find in any profession. Bill treats each and every client as though they are family. During the course of my case, I was especially impressed with the wealth of knowledge and respect Bill has for the law. I deeply feel that Bill's continued commitment to his clients, his staff and his profession; is what has made him such an outstanding lawyer today. Bill reaches beyond what is possible and makes it happen! Without a doubt, I would recommend him all day long. Thank you Bill for all you do!
Brenda
BIll did an amazing job, truly. Bill got things done, didnt let my case get bogged down into legal limbo. Things got done and done quickly. I am very happy with how he managed my case. I cant recommend him enough.
James
The quality of services I received from William Shapiro was remarkable. He is a caring passionate dedicated, knowledgeable and excellent attorney to have represent myself and my family for over 25 years. He is someone that I trust and highly recommend.
Cathy
I was just a kid 13 or 14 riding a moped in San Bernardino ca I was ditching school that day while riding past my school Riding near the curb A milk truck making a delivery to the school that day passed me and turned right in front of me into a driveway and ran me over fractured my ankle Bill got my medical covered and we won a substantial award that I got when I turned 18 that was the first time my mom called Bill The second time my mom had to call...
Guy
Compassionate and caring Compassionate and caring. I was referred to Bill Shapiro through another law firm. Mr Shapiro was willing to take on the tragedy that was visited on my family. He handled the case with purposefulness and a determination to do the best he could for my family even when it became obvious that there was no monetary value to this tragic situation. Bill continued to pursue ways to bring this to closure and in the end helped us to a solution that is agreeable to all. I highly recommend Mr. Shapiro for his professionalism and his compassion.
Raymond
The Attorney's Attorney. Some cases require the experience and expertise of a professional like Mr. Shapiro. When those cases arise in my own practice, I don't hesitate to refer them to Bill. He is passionate and unrelenting. I recently referred a close family member to Bill. His dedication was inspiring. He leaves no stone unturned; prepares a case thoroughly; and is just a superb trial attorney. Above all though, Bill is a man of absolute integrity.
Mark
Choosing the right attorney makes all the difference and Bill is the RIGHT one! I've worked in the legal field for almost 40 years. I've learned that even the best case can be lost. It's extremely important to find the right attorney and Bill is it. He's experienced, compassionate, energetic and driven to secure justice. He's exactly the attorney you want fighting for you, not against you. When an auto accident put me down for three months, I was too ill to function. I sought Bill's advice. He took the case and did all the work...
Deborah
Very Happy with Bill and his office. Good customer Service, always quick to answer any questions I had, unlike some other lawyers. Understood my situation and offered great advice. I would highly recommend Bill to anyone. A+
Nick
Honest, personable and dedicated attorney. In 2009 I lost my leg in a motorcycle accident. A friend of the family highly recommended Bill to review my case. From the first day I met Bill he was professional, understanding, and truly genuine. He wanted to do everything he could to help me with my personal injury claim. Over the course of 7 years there was not a day that I could not reach out to Bill and have him respond to my needs or concerns promptly. He stuck by me through a long...
Anonymous
Experience and Trust Worthy. Thank you for delivering my family the favorable court judgment beyond our expectation despite the many challenges/complexities in the case. We appreciate the 3 years and tireless effort you and your professional legal team have put into prosecuting the wrongful death case. You helped us navigate through the complex legal process at a time the most difficult period in our life. I cannot say enough how happy and confident we felt to have...
An
#1 Attorney. Dealt with several attorney’s before finding bill and I will say bill is the best, truthful, honest, and straight to the point. He gives you a realistic view of your case and doesn’t just take any case. He gets things done and handled for you, no if and’s or But’s. I would never hire any other attorney.
Anonymous
Excellent Lawyer. Bill Shapiro represented us on our case for five years. From the moment we met Bill in our home, we felt that we truly had someone who would tenaciously and passionately commit his time, energy, knowledge, and skill to obtaining justice for our family. We not only got that from Bill but much more. He always showed that he valued us as individuals. He was caring, supportive, and continually made time for our calls and emails. He and his staff...
Tracy
Bill Shapiro #1 attorney extremely honest and straight forward. Bill Shapiro is the best at what he does and gets results. If you need an attorney that will fight for you, look no further call Bill Shapiro today.
Mike
BILL IS A LAWYER'S LAWYER. I retained Bill Shapiro to serve as co-counsel on a wrongful death lawsuit arising from a motorcycle accident. I spent about a year and a half litigating the matter myself and watched Safeco try to lowball my clients for the loss of their beloved son. Within two months after retaining Bill as co-counsel, Safeco quickly and wisely offered the policy limits. Bill is a lawyer's lawyer. I highly recommend him as counsel or co-counsel on all catastrophic injury cases.
Danny
Great attorney. William is probably the best attorney I seen in a long time, he care !!! And returns calls
Cathy
Tough. Thorough. And compassionate. Mr. Shapiro was the driving force of our team of lawyers representing us in a wrongful death case. Once he joined our case, he took charge and moved the process along. I would highly recommend Bill to represent my friends and family in the future if needed. Even though our case involved multiple siblings, he and the office always answered each one of us. He kept us in the loop, he informed us on expectations and possibilities in a kind way.
Cheryl
Alechman - vs - City of Redlands California. On September 3rd, 2011, my wife was killed due to injuries suffered in a roll over accident after her car struck a concrete structure on the shoulder of the road. I contacted the office of William Shapiro who reviewed the case and then decided that it had enough merit to take on
Sheldon
Awesome Attorney. Mr. Shapiro is a great attorney to have on your side. His passion to help his clients prevail and stand up for what is right is uplifting. Before I met with Attorney Shapiro, I felt defeated in my case. He instructed me to trust in him from day one and that is exactly what I did. His legal advice is always right on, he never danced around the point. Mr. Shapiro and his staff always effectively communicated with me and kept me well informed during the duration...
Nicole
Excellent Attorney! Mr. Shapiro handled a personal injury case involving our two year old daughter. He negotiated a fair settlement that included compensation for medical bills and will also provide for her future. We are very apprecaitive of Mr. Shapiro's professionalism and caring which helped us through a very stressful period in our lives. I very much recommend Mr. Shapiro!
Wayne
Prompt. Mr. Shapiro got back to me very quickly in regards to my inquiry. Sadly, he was preparing for a big trial & could not take me on at this time & referred me over to one of his colleagues.
Carie
Bill Shaprio was my attorney for a personal injury case that resulted from a “big truck” accident from which I sustained permanent back injuries. The whole incident cause physical and emotional stress, not to mention the legal issues in CA while I live in NC. When my local attorneys found Bill Shaprio and I retained him, I gained an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who worked tirelessly on my behalf. He was persistent, honest and thorough, and even through some of the most difficult times, he always reminded me that he was on my side and working for my benefit. He did that, too! Prior to trial, he negotiated a settlement and went far beyond my expectations in what he accomplished. I honestly don’t know what I would have done without him. He was truly a God-send!
Matthew
Pre-eminent. Bill Shapiro is a stand out personal injury trial lawyer who recently handled a products liability case for us, together with his son, Brian. They are an outstanding team of professionals, who obtained a fantastic result for us. The process was seamless from beginning to end. The team are not only professional and excellent litigators, they are also compassionate and kind.
Anonymous
Luck is not what you need when choosing a lawyer to represent your case. Thank god I was referred to use Mr. Shapiro. Luck is not what you need when choosing a lawyer to represent your case. Thank god I was referred to use Mr. Shapiro. I was slapped with a dubious claim against my company about 9 months ago. I originally hired a local attorney but soon realized that I was headed into trouble if I continued using that firm for my case that turned quite complicated. I was referred by some business colleagues to Bill Shapiro and his firm. I meet with Bill and...
Michael
Mr. Shapiro was professional, courteous, and very knowledgeable about the law. He was kind and compassionate towards me, but a PITBULL in mediation! If you're looking for a no B.S. attorney, Bill Shapiro's your guy!
Carol
Bill Shapiro has always gone beyond the call of duty and has always been there for me. He and his staff are courteous and knowledgeable and they have always gotten back to me via phone call or e mail in timely and caring manner. Bill Shapiro is one of a kind!! I highly recommend him for all your legal matters. Thank you Bill! You Rock!
Bill
Mr. Shapiro was precise, patient, methodical and beyond knowledgeable regarding this incident. We highly appreciated his assistance and handling of this case. Recommend his representation from him and his office.
Anonymous
Mr. Shapiro has been nothing but helpful with my case. He's been very nice and he's kept in contact throughout to his best abilities. He's answered any questions that I have clearly, I highly recommend him.
Harley
Great Lawyer! Bill Shapiro handled my case like it was the biggest case in the world. The greatest part of all of this was it was a very small case for Mr. Shapiro. We won the case and Mr. Shapiro was in the courtroom every day fighting for me. Bill Shapiro is one of the best Lawyers I have ever worked with. Thank you Bill!
Diad
Highly recommended. Mr. Shapiro represented me in a Loss of Spouse case. He and his staff were professional and caring during the representation. Mr. Shapiro informed me of the process throughout the completion of the case. I received compensation and again he and his staff always were professional. I chose the right attorney and would recommend him to anyone that needs his services. He interviews his potential client diligently for both clients benefit to be sure he can do his job effectively.
Darlene
Truly dedicated lawyer. I hired Mr. Bill Shapiro to represent my severe TBI son. From the very beginning Mr. Shapiro along with his son Brian tackled my sons case full force. Mr. Shapiro’s love and respect for the law is commendable. He is passionate and I truly appreciated his up front honesty. He successfully represented my son, I and my family will forever be grateful.
Jennifer
Best attorney! My name is Marian, I am a court reporter who owns a court reporting agency. My agency and I have been associated professionally with Mr. Shapiro and his law firm for over 35 years. I've personally consulted him countless times over those years for legal advice.
Marian
Shapiro Takes on Bully Attorney. I have had my own CPA practice for 30 years. As my part of my profession, I have assisted my clients in civil, family and probate cases. During this process, I have met with dozens of attorneys both in and outside of court. On occasion, I have also been court-appointed as an accounting expert. Therefore, my review is based upon comparatives, as well as from my own personal experience in hiring Mr. William (Bill) Shapiro to represent me in my own case.
Vivian
Call Bill, he will fight for you!!! I will always recommend Bill. He is the best. From the moment I met him he became a good friend. He represented my son as if he were his own. He truly cares about his clients and will do what ever he needs to get their case settled the way it should be. His staff is amazing. They make you feel right at home. Bill Shapiro is my forever go to guy when I need the best to represent me or even just to get advise. In my book, he's not just the best attorney, he's a friend that will fight for you till the end. In the end he won't be considered just a friend, he will become family. Thanks for everything Bill. Blessings always to you and yours always.
Lizzy