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Welcome To Lamb And Frischer
Law Firm LLP

At Lamb and Frischer, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive and personalized personal injury representation to clients in Monterey, CA, and beyond. With more than 38 years of combined experience in the field, we manage your legal needs so you don’t have to.

Every case deserves careful consideration, and yours is no different. Lamb and Frischer use a hands-on approach to ensure that our clients receive the best possible representation. Moreover, we work hard to secure fair and full compensation for your losses so you can focus on what matters most – your recovery.

Don’t fight your legal battles alone. Allow Lamb and Frischer to shoulder the burden of your personal injury claim and help you obtain the restitution you deserve.

Fighting For Justice Isn’t Easy. Let Us Do The Work, So You Don’t Have To.

Our time is spent on you and your legal needs. This philosophy has been at the core of Lamb and Frischer Law Firm since the beginning. Every lawsuit is unique. That’s why you need lawyers to thoroughly investigate your case, advise you through the process, and find proactive solutions to your legal issues.

While the harm you suffered may be life-changing, seeking compensation for your injuries should not be your sole responsibility. Lamb and Frischer are skilled and experienced legal advocates qualified to manage your legal claim on your behalf –allowing you to tend to the other important facets of your life.

At Lamb and Frischer, we believe in the power of establishing personal relationships with our clients. By working with the professionals at our firm, you can be certain that your claim will be evaluated by an attorney – not a team of intake staff. Our attorneys are available to speak with you regularly, keeping you informed on the progress of your claim.

We take the vast majority of our cases on contingency fees. We advance the costs of your claim so you can get started with no initial expenses. We won’t get paid unless you do, meaning we have a vested interest in the success of your case.

We Focus On You

We are experienced in representing people who have been injured due to negligence. We primarily represent individuals bringing claims or lawsuits, and have sued defendants ranging from individuals, insurance companies, government entities, and large enterprises.

If your legal matter is outside our areas of focus, we are happy to refer you to an attorney better suited for your needs.

Bryan Lamb Attorney - Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP

Bryan Lamb

Partner

Bryan was raised and educated in the Bay Area and Northern California. For over 20 years, Bryan has represented individuals and families contending with catastrophic injuries and gained unique experience litigating and trying construction injury, auto collisions, defective products, and many other serious injuries cases.

 

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Richard Frischer

Partner

Richard has practiced plaintiff’s side personal injury and employment law for nearly a decade in the Bay Area. As an alumnus of two University of California schools, studying science and law, he is particularly adept at understanding forensics, medicine, accident reconstruction, and other issues many attorneys rely upon experts to explain.

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Kenneth Kroopf Attorney - Experienced Civil Law Lawyer - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP

Kenneth Kroopf

Consultant

With over 45 years of experience in general civil law and litigation, Kenneth J Kroopf is now joining the Lamb & Frischer Law Firm, LLP as “of counsel,” focusing on Personal Injury cases in the Monterey Peninsula. He is a graduate of Southwestern University School of Law and UCLA, as well as attending the University of Madrid in Spain. Se habla Español. Before joining forces with Lamb & Frischer, his law firm collected more than $50 million for its clients, primarily in personal injury and employment law matters. In January 2024, Mr. Kroopf retired from practicing law and now serves as a consultant to the Lamb & Frischer Law Firm, LLP.

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Areas We Serve

We take cases throughout the state, including San Francisco, Monterey, Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, Marin, Sacramento, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, San Benito, San Luis Obispo, Fresno, Madera, Merced, Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Solano, Yolo, Napa, and Sonoma.

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Personal Injury

Catastrophic Injuries

Catastrophic injuries can include brain trauma, amputations, spinal damage, and more. Our personal injury lawyers will fight to mitigate the financial repercussions caused by such serious accidents. Read More

Construction Injuries

Construction accidents occur far too often. When they do, working with a construction injury attorney is critical to help you recover lost wages, medical bills, and other damages.

Wrongful Death

Losing a loved one is devastating. While no amount of money will ever bring them back, our thoughtful wrongful death lawyers will stop at nothing to help you secure restitution for funeral costs, hospital bills, loss of companionship, and other financial burdens. Read More

Car, Motorcycle, & Bike Collisions

Vehicle and bicycle accidents are among the leading causes of injury in California. Whether you need a car or motorcycle accident lawyer, Lamb and Frischer Law Firm stands ready to provide you with the legal resources you need to secure a successful outcome. Read More

Public Transit Accidents

Our firm has dealt with many public and private entities while resolving cases for our clients. If you were involved in a public transit accident, we will communicate with the appropriate parties to ensure you obtain the financial relief you deserve.

Injuries By Dangerous Conditions On Public Property

Public spaces are held to a specific standard of safety. If hazardous conditions are overlooked and you sustain an injury as a result, you likely have a viable claim to pursue – and our firm is equipped to help you get started.

Injuries By Faulty Products (Products Liability)

Product manufacturers are obligated to keep their consumers informed and safe. Our adept product liability lawyers hold negligent companies accountable so you can collect financial support for the losses you’ve experienced.

Medical Malpractice

Medical experts are held to a very high standard of safety and professionalism. With the assistance of our competent medical malpractice lawyers, you’ll have access to legal advocacy needed to seek compensation for medical-related injuries.

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Lamb and Frischer Law Firm are prepared to represent victims of many other types of injuries. Contact us today to learn more about the full scope of our legal services.

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Client Testimonials

“Richard and Bryan are excellent attorneys who are very professional and knowledgeable about personal injury and motor vehicle accidents. Choosing to work with them is one of the best decisions I have ever made! Highly recommended!”

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Results: Verdicts & Settlements

Since Lamb & Frischer’s opening in January 2013, we have obtained over $59,500,000.00 in judgments and settlements for our clients.
Few construction workers working on a construction site - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Construction injury

Leierer v. Harris Salinas Rebar

CONSTRUCTION INJURY
$10,700,000.00 VERDICT
Mr. Leierer suffered a construction site back injury. Almost a year later, he suffered a brain injury in a solo car collision. The jury found the auto collision related to his medical care and treatment for the back injury and held subcontractor Harris Salinas Rebar accountable both injuries.
Collision of two trucks into each other - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Truck Accidents in California

Truck Driver vs. Truck Driver et al.

WORKPLACE INJURY
$8,500,000.00

While delivering goods to an airport, another truck driver reversed over our client’s torso, causing significant internal injuries. Miraculously, our client was able to walk again after months in the hospital, but he could never work again.

Learning that the Defendant truck driver did not have enough insurance to support our client’s future medical needs, we engaged in an investigation to find fault on the design and management of the area where the collision happened.

Head on Collision of two cars into each other - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Experienced motor vehicle representation

Driver vs. Driver

MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION
$3,500,000.00

We represented a man who was injured in a head-on collision, leading to physical and brain injuries. We took over his representation upon learning that his prior attorneys sought to settle his case for less than a third of the value.

A car rear ended by another vehicle - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Wrongful death in California

Family v. Capay Inc. (Trucking)

MOTOR VEHICLE WRONGFUL DEATH
$3,000,000.00

We represented a family whose 24-year-old son passed away when rear ended by a commercial truck driving at 50 mph towards stopped traffic on Interstate 80. The family was partially financially supported by their beloved son.

Motorcycle Accident - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Motor vehicle accident claims

Motorcyclist vs. San Francisco MTA Employee

MOTOR VEHICLE/GOVERNMENT CLAIM
$2,650,000.00

Our client was riding her motorcycle when cut off by a Parking Enforcement Officer making a turn across the street to enter a City parking garage. Our client could not avoid impact with the back of the parking officer’s car, leading to a broken leg and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. The City denied responsibility for its employee’s actions until immediately before trial.

A person thrown off a horse during a rodeo - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Personal injury insurance claims

Spectator v. Charreada (Mexican Rodeo)

PERSONAL INJURY
$2,300,000 default judgment

We represented a woman who was thrown from a horse at a Charreada (Mexican rodeo). Insufficient safety precautions were taken to prevent spectators from being given horse rides by Vaqueros (cowboys). Our client suffered a broken pelvis.

The rodeo’s insurance claimed it did not cover injuries by animals, and we worked with insurance bad faith attorneys to secure a settlement for a portion of the default judgment.

Two people holding pens in their hands and discussing a contract - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Breach of contract lawsuit

Lender / Investor v. Frank Nemirofsky and ExpHand

BREACH OF CONTRACT
$2,200,000 Judgment

Our client provided money to a startup. Despite continuous promises to repay our client, the Defendants continuously breached their repayment agreements. We filed a lawsuit against the Defendants for fraud and breach of contract, and obtained a judgment for breach of contract.

A passenger getting into back seat of the car - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Personal injury in California

Passenger v. Driver

Personal Injury
$2,185,000.00

Our client suffered neurological injury after a vehicle driver mistakenly slammed a SUV trunk door on her head.

A street with a stop sign and trees in the middle - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm, LLP

Pedestrian v. City of Berkeley

PEDESTRIAN INJURY/GOVERNMENT CLAIM
$2,150,000.00

We represented a woman who was struck by a car in a roundabout. Our client suffered a brain injury. Berkeley placed a tree in the roundabout obstructing the view through the intersection.  The driver had difficulty observing the pedestrian and the pedestrian had difficulty seeing the driver.

A person holding a gun in his hand - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP -  Premises liability claims

Patron v. Nightclub

PREMISES LIABILITY
$2,024,665.50 Default Judgment

Our client was caught in the middle of gunfire in front of an Oakland nightclub, suffering a gunshot to her hip. The nightclub had insufficient security to prevent fights and had locked the emergency exits, leading to our client and many others being forced to the main exit where the assailant was.

A car crashed onto the sidewalk beside the road - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Motor vehicle collision in California

Driver v. Student Driver

MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION
$1,600,000.00

Our client was setting out for a Tahoe vacation when a 15 ½ year old learning how to drive lost control of his uncle’s Tesla Roadster, spinning out on a canyon road into our client’s car. Our client suffered several orthopedic injuries and a brain injury.

Product Liability Claims - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP

Product Liability

$1,500,000
Confidential product liability personal injury settlement.
Pedestrian vs driver collision: legal case result. Image shows a collision between a pedestrian and a motor vehicle.

Pedestrian v. Driver

MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION
$1,500,000 Settlement
We obtained a policy limit settlement for a pedestrian who was hit by a car in a San Francisco crosswalk when a driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered a concussion, spinal injury, and a ligament tear in his knee.
A person slipped and fell - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Slip and fall claims in california

Visitor v. Kaiser Hospital

PERSONAL INJURY
Confidential

We represented a man who alleged in a lawsuit that he suffered personal injuries arising from a slip and fall while at a Kaiser Hospital. The matter was resolved before trial.

A man discussing his spinal injury with his doctor - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP -  Dedicated workers compensation representation

Injured Worker v. Employer

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
$850,000.00

We represented a man who worked as a paramedic and received severe injuries while being assaulted on the job, ultimately causing a multi-level spinal fusion.

Personal Injury in California - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP -  Experienced brain injury lawyer

Bystander v. Historical Re-enactment Organization and Restaurant

Personal Injury
Confidential settlement

We represented a woman who was in a restaurant parking lot when a horse trampled her. The horse was stored on a property next to the restaurant for a historical re-enactment and broke free from being tied to a loose branch.

Our client suffered very severe brain injuries, immediately ending her career, and causing her husband to be a full-time caregiver.

A man and a woman hugging each other - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP -  Wrongful death claims in California

Personal Injury

$795,000
We represented a family in a confidential wrongful death and negligent infliction of emotional distress settlement. The defendant driver struck and killed an elderly pedestrian while relatives witnessed. When we discovered the driver had impaired vision, yet still drove, the court allowed alleging punitive damages.
A young woman talking to an elderly worried woman - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Elder abuse and wrongful death settlement

Patient vs. Grancare, Parkview Healthcare, and Mariner Health Care Management

ELDER ABUSE AND WRONGFUL DEATH
CONFIDENTIAL SETTLEMENT
Alameda County
A construction worker injured and passed out on the ground while other workers try to help him - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Construction wrongful death claims

Construction worker vs. Simile Construction Service

CONSTRUCTION WRONGFUL DEATH
$750,000
We represented the family of a drywall installer who died after falling from the defendant’s scissor lift, which had its guardrail removed. We represented the worker’s two young children and his mother. The defendant claimed our client fell while climbing up the side of the lift, although no one witnessed his fall.
Map showing roads with marked pedestrian crosswalks - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm, LLP

Pedestrian v. City of Salinas et al.

PEDESTRIAN INJURY/GOVERNMENT CLAIM
$815,000.00

Our client was struck by an underinsured driver while she crossed the street, leading to injuries and partial loss of vision. Prior to the collision, the City of Salinas planned but not yet enacted safety measures for the intersection.

After they enacted safety measures and we filed the lawsuit, they reversed the public safety measures to attempt to argue the intersection was safe in its prior condition.

A car hit by another car - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Motor vehicle collision in California

Driver v. Driver

Motor Vehicle Collision
$500,000.00

We represented a driver who was hit by a driver running a red light. She developed lasting neurological injuries in her neck and arm.

Several workers working on a construction site - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Construction injury claims

Electrician v. General Contractor

Construction injury
$485,000.00

We represented an electrician whose knee was injured when she walked over a ramp that was improperly built.

A car rear ended by a truck - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Personal injury vehicle collision

Fugitive Recovery Agent vs. Weststar Trucking

PERSONAL INJURY VEHICLE COLLISION
$450,000
We represented a good samaritan fugitive recovery agent who was rear-ended by a truck driver while assisting the driver of a broken down car. The collision happened in the early morning on Highway 99 and caused our client neck and wrist injuries.
A man holding several tools in his utility bag and tools bag - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Construction injury claims

Handyman v. Employer and Contractor

Construction injury
$410,000.00

We represented a man who was working out of his employer’s home office, which was under construction. As he walked on a staircase, it collapsed because construction workers removed the stair support before removing the stairs. He suffered a back injury.

A ladder leading to a roof hatch - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Workplace injury claims

Worker v. Store

Workplace Injury
$300,000.00

Our client fell from a permanent ladder leading to a roof hatch, where he was to work on HVAC equipment on the roof. Plaintiff contended the ladder did not have sufficient safety guards. Our client suffered numerous physical injuries.

A car rear-ended another car, and the drivers are arguing with each other - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Motor vehicle collision claims

Driver v. Driver

Motor Vehicle Collision
$325,000.00

We represented a woman who was rear-ended during stop-and-go traffic on I-580 causing neck soft tissue injuries. A few months later, a smaller parking lot collision exacerbated her injuries. The case resolved during jury selection. Despite an insurance policy limit of $100,000.00, we convinced Allstate to contribute $300,000.00 due to their prior refusal to settle for the policy limit.

A car collided into another car from behind - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Uninsured motorist benefits

Driver vs. Progressive Insurance

UNINSURED MOTORIST AND BAD FAITH
$300,000
We represented a single mother suing her own insurance company to recover uninsured motorist benefits owed to her. She was rear-ended by an uninsured driver and suffered a lower back injury.
Medical Malpractice Claims - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Medical Malpractice Attorney in California

Confidential Medical Malpractice

$300,000
Confidential Medical Malpractice Settlement
T-Bone collision of two cars - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Motor vehicle collision claims

Driver v. City of Corcoran

Motor Vehicle Collision / Government Claim
$250,000.00

We represented an elderly driver who was in a “t-bone” collision on county roads when a City of Corcoran employee failed to respect a stop sign. Our client suffered a head injury.

A woman fell down the stairs and suffered a back injury - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Premises liability claims

Winery Employee vs. Painter

Premises Liability
$247,000.00

We represented a woman who worked at a winery, pouring wine for guests. When the winery remodeled, a painter painted over safety warnings on a staircase, and our client fell down the staircase suffering a hip injury. We also recovered money for our client in a workers compensation case.

Dependent adult abuse - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Wrongful death claims

Father vs. Center Point Rehabilitation

Dependent Adult Abuse / Wrongful Death
$245,000.00

We represented a father whose son passed away while at Center Point drug rehabilitation facility, after Center Point failed to refer the son to detoxification treatment after he admitted to a relapse. He overdosed. Center Point’s CEO Dr. Sushma Taylor testified that she has no opinion about whether Methadone can be fatal, and she did not discipline anyone for their actions prior to this lawsuit.

A car crashed into another car - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Motor vehicle collision claims

Driver vs. Driver

PERSONAL INJURY VEHICLE COLLISION
$285,000
Our client, a travelling nurse, was hit when an oncoming driver made a left turn on a red light, ending her ability to physically perform travelling nurse work. The defendant blamed our client for causing the collision.
A nurse abusing an old man - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Elder abuse claims

Family vs. Skilled Nursing Facility

Elder Abuse
$235,000.00

We represented a family in claims of elder abuse. The family claimed that the facility did not take proper precautions for the family’s mother, leading to a number of falls and a broken wrist. Additionally, the family claimed that the nursing home staff acted in a retaliatory nature when the family complained.

A car rear-ended another car, and the drivers are arguing with each other - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Personal injury vehicle collision claims

Driver vs. Driver

PERSONAL INJURY VEHICLE COLLISION
$250,000
We represented a driver who was rear-ended because the defendant was using his cell phone and driving, and obtained the defendant’s insurance policy limit. The San Francisco Superior Court agreed that plaintiff could request punitive damages for texting while driving, making this case one of the first texting-while-driving punitive damage cases.
A car struck by an oncoming car, a woman is making a call and a man is taking photo - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Vehicle accident claims

Driver vs. Driver

PERSONAL INJURY VEHICLE COLLISION
$245,000
We represented a driver who was struck by an oncoming car while turning left, causing our client shoulder and neck injuries.
A car collided with another vehicle while making a turn - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Vehicle accident claims

Driver vs. Driver

PERSONAL INJURY VEHICLE COLLISION
$200,000
An elderly driver caused a severe collision when attempting to U-turn on a undivided highway, causing our client to suffer an open fracture of the arm. We resolved the case for the policy limits of both the elderly driver and her passenger, alleging that the passenger caused the U-turn.
A referee standing on the sideline of a football field - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Workplace injury claims

High School Referee vs. AMR and City of Watsonville

Workplace Injury
$200,000.00

We represented a football referee who was accidentally tackled on the sideline, and when paramedics arrived they instructed him to hop to the ambulance, rather than carry him. Because of the hopping, his already injured leg shattered.

A car collided with another car, resulting in the drivers arguing with each other - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - vehicle collision claims

Driver vs. Driver

PERSONAL INJURY VEHICLE COLLISION
$225,000
Our client was rear-ended at around 5 mph. However, because she was pivoted in her seat in order to merge into traffic, she sustained a back injury that took her off of work for over a year.
A severely rotted staircase - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Premises liability claims

Renter vs. San Francisco Landlord

PREMISES LIABILITY
$190,000
A staircase on our client’s rental property was severely rotted and collapsed under our client’s feet, causing him to fall down the stairs. Our client required shoulder surgery. The landlord contended that our client knew and complained about the collapsing stair and that contended that he had put up warning tape, which our client and witnesses denied.
A basketball player playing basketball in a basketball court - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Sporting injury claims

High School Basketball Player v. AAU (Sporting Organization)

Sporting Injury
$160,000.00

We represented a young woman who suffered a brain injury while playing basketball. The basketball court at which the tournament took place was organized negligently without enough space to safely allow a player falling out of bounds. As she was fouled near the basket, she fell into the bleachers and hit her head.

A car struck a woman on a bicycle, causing the woman to pass out at the road crossing - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - vehicle collision claims

Pedestrians vs. Driver

PERSONAL INJURY VEHICLE COLLISION
$150,000
A driver struck two clients while making a right turn on a green light, causing foot injuries to one and back injuries to the other.
A drain on the curb of the road - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - Premises liability claims

Pedestrian vs. City and County of San Francisco and Land Owner

PREMISES LIABILITY
$127,000
Our client, who suffered from a disability and used dual crutches, fell when his crutch went into a drain with its cover missing. Our client lost his mobility due to a shoulder injury.
A car flipped over - Lamb & Frischer Law Firm LLP - vehicle collision claims

Passenger vs. Driver

PERSONAL INJURY VEHICLE COLLISION
$100,000
We immediately obtained the insurance policy limits for a farm worker injured when the car he was a passenger in flipped over.
Each case is unique and individual results vary. We cannot guarantee any outcome.

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