We recently retained Scott Kauffman after one of my employees was hit by a car while riding a biycle. Scott was great to work with and we are beyond statisfied with the outcome of our settlement. Scott was easy to get ahold of and spent the time to truly understand our case and my employee's needs. He was able to guide us through all aspects of the case as well as assist with arranging the appriopriate medical care. There was a high level of care and professionalism shown in every regard. Thanks to Scott we were able to reach an impactful settlement amount for my employee. Most importantly, my employee was also able to get the medical treatment he needed and have it paid for by the other parties insurance. I would highly recommend Scott for any personal injury needs. He is a straight shooter who ensures that all your needs are met. read more

Clients, be aware, do not place your trust, expectations with Scott Kauffman. He will misrepresent that he's handling your case and has your best interest. Nothing could be further from the truth having retained him in my own case. He was never available when I needed him, spent nearly the entire time vacationing, leaving me to handle several parts of my case without his involvement whatsoever. When he chose to get involved, it came at my expense based on his mistakes which seriously affected the financial outcome of my case. His lack of understanding, knowledge, and how to manage a Personal Injury case was pathetic. I ended up firing him, going to file a State Bar complaint, and pursue him for negligence and misrepresentation. read more

Scott, I haven't responded to you because you've shown me your character and lack of professionalism. The fact that you are shifting blame onto Shawna, your assistant, when I have been extremely clear about my issues with your actions directly, only proves my concerns. I spoke with the rep at the insurance collecting co., she clearly advised me that you "called her once or twice and then disappeared prior to finalizing things on my behalf." She tried calling you repeatedly but you never returned her calls. She also told you in no uncertain terms, "we will immediately act on collecting this debt from Tiffany, as the Union always does." Yet you turned around and told me "these collectors usually never come to collect." You are an unprofessional, incompetent, liar. Do not call her on my behalf. Do not reach out to me again unless it is to provide a check for the $2,450. I received a small 5k settlement (after being out of work for months and still having ongoing issues) that you told me I would never have to repay. I've been completely misled and misrepresented by you twice, why would I call you back to allow you a third opportunity? read more

On a whim I really needed to consult a lawyer on a small fender bender issue. I was willing to spend money as I figured anytime on the phone with a lawyer is likely to be billed. I had seen that many other Yelpers mentioned that Scott gives free consultation in the sense if a lawyer is necessary or not (Exactly what I needed). I was connected to Scott right away, standard process of documenting along with suggestions. Let me tell you though, Scott was fantastic as he went above and beyond and gave me a laid out plan of action to take...for free. Now this obviously does not apply to everyone, but for this man to spend his Friday assisting someone who was in a sort of limbo made me appreciate him immensely. Walked away after a 18 minute phone call with extremely valuable information and a new contact if ever needed in the future. Would highly recommend and thank you again Scott! read more

I highly recommend Scott's firm if you are in the (unfortunate) need of personal injury legal help, and thankful that Scott accepted my case. I'm grateful for all the time, effort, expertise and hurdles that were overcome on my behalf. I honestly can't find the right amount of words to illustrate the impact the settlement made in helping me recover from the accident. The settlement Scott secured has made a huge difference. Although no amount of money can fully heal my injuries, his work on my behalf helped me get back on track and ease the substantial impact on my life from that accident. read more

My son was hit head on by a drunk driver in Marin. He sustained several injuries that required treatment. I am so thankful we found you on Yelp. Scott is truly amazing from his vast knowledge to customer service and even helping my son who had to change careers due to his injuries. If you need representation I assure you Scott is top drawer. He settled within the year and we felt whole again. We are grateful for the settlement my son received but also the way he was treated from the beginning. Our family strongly recommends this firm. read more

I highly recommend Kauffman and Associates! They were so efficient, helpful, and thorough! There were no surprises and the claim was brought to fruition in a professional and efficient manner! read more

I called Kauffman & Associates to consult on my case to see if I had a claim. I walked into the Alta Bates hospital at 10 PM, fell asleep in waiting room waiting to get results of my EKG and woke up at 6 AM and the hospital had told me I was discharged my name was never called nor was I ever woken by the nurses. I was never given paperwork. Finally the hospital checked me out and discharged me with no issues. I called Kauffman & Associates and many other law firms after seeing the yelp pages to see if I even have a case. Many law firms just promised to call me back and never did or just told me via yelp messages their firms case can't take the case. However Kauffman & Associates called me back and I spoke with Michael. Michael understood the facts of the case and while I was lucky enough to be discharged with no medical issues Michael then told me that due to their being no medical problem found -- the hospital wouldn't be responsible (only if had I had a medical problem that was later found a case could be established.) But Mike with Kauffman & Associates then proceeded to tell me whom to call at the Admin offices at Alta Bates and to write a letter about the incident and guided me thru how I could still make something out of this terrible incident. Mike w/ Kauffman & Associates spent 24m just talking to me and filling me with great knowledge I wouldn't have known otherwise. He didn't charge me or anything. From what I took away was Kauffman & Associates was the only firm out of 11 I contacted that called me back and really helped me and guided me thru dealing with this. This firm really has great customer service and I felt like I was being taken care off even though I didn't give them a dime and didn't retain them at all. Now in the future I I'll go with these guys just cause I felt they are NOT just out to make franks per hour but to do justice for the client. Mike with the firm seemed knowledgeable and well spoken in the field and from my understanding I could trust him in front of a jury and judge. 5 stars Had I never called this firm I would have let it slide but now I know read more

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I was referred to Scott. His questions helped me clarify just what I needed to know and he gave me very good advice that helped me see all my options. Thanks so much, Scott. read more

I have known Scott Kauffman for over 10 years. He has regularly referred business to me, as I am an Acupuncturist. In all those years, he has always paid my invoice and almost always in full. The rare instances in which it as has been slightly reduced had to do with settlements being low balled by insurance carriers. This year, I was the victim of a semitruck hitting my car and causing me injuries. He literally returned a call to me immediately after the accident in the very early morning hours. His staff is efficient and responsive. Scott is the attorney you want helping you if you get injured in a motor vehicle accident. ~Karen Reynolds, LAc, MS, RN; KReynoldsAcupuncture.com read more

If I was able to give Kauffman a 10 star rating, I would and this is why. I was rear ended in a bad accident and sustained a back injury which had put me out of work for a while. A few months after my accident, Scott Kauffman was referred to me by a buddy of mine who had hired him after being in a previous accident. From the get go, Scott was friendly, quick and efficient in response and was transparent with me the whole time. He not only helped me find an amazing doctor for my back, which got me back on two feet, but helped me get a major compensation. And I mean a major one! I received great care from them and they made the entire process as smooth as possible. Scott and his team truly care about their clients and they helped me so much. They are amazing at what they do and I couldn't thank them enough. If you have been in an accident, Kauffman is your go to! read more

Mike provided compassionate legal advice and referred me to another lawyer when it was determined the issue of concern was out of their scope of work. Ultimately, his colleague provided me with timely consultation. Mike demonstrated excellent customer service, in spite of my needs not matching the skill set of the law firm. If they are so willing to help someone who isn't even a client, imagine what they will do for a client. read more

Can't say enough about this Law firm. I was hit by a car as a pedestrian last year and sustained injuries. This law firm knows their stuff and are totally vested in ensuring your health is taken care of in addition to receiving the max compensation possible. They are extremely experienced and know the law inside and out. Scott Kauffman handled the medical side of my injury while Mike Protheroe handled the wage loss portion. I ask a lot of questions by nature. They were patient and made sure I understood what was happening every step of the way. Really thankful to find this law firm. Due to covid do expect longer but not unreasonable wait times for responses. I found it helpful to proactively follow up on next steps and request a single point of contact to ensure clear communication and reduce mix ups. read more

I have consulted with Scott Kauffman and his team on numerous occasions. He has offered me guidance and legal advice that was invaluable to resolution of the issue at hand. Luckily none of my concerns have needed significant additional legal action but his concern and caring attention to me was very appreciated. I have referred many people to Scott and they have all been very satisfied with the services they recieved at this firm. read more

If I could give Scott a 10 star review I would. I, like many others was on Yelp looking for a personal injury lawyer. I called Scott and he patiently and skillfully determined if I had a case and what my options were, for free! Because of this I decided to go with Kauffman & Associates and I'm sure glad I did. Scott communicated and kept me up to date throughout the process as well as gave me the guidance I needed to navigate my claim. I can't recommend Kauffman & Associates enough. If I ever need an attorney in the future I know who to call. read more

This is the best law firm for car accidents hands down they are very nice and are on point with everything needing to be done. They are very thorough with your case and will not let you down. THERE AWESOME!!!!!! read more

The VERY BEST Personal Injury Lawyers in the Bay Area...PERIOD & END OF STORY! I got involved into motorcycle accident 6 months ago this past January 22 2019 to which I was thrown completely over the handle bars from my motorcycle and landed squarely on my head landed with my full 180 Lb. weight in the middle of hwy. 880 freeway by the Union Landing exit and I suffered a Inter cerebral Hematoma, equivalent to someone hitting you with a baseball bat on the head in full swing. The CHP were there the fire department the local cops and I was taken to Kaiser hospital in the Fremont Area. I was in the hospital and through cad scan the doctors told me that my brain was bleeding from inside my skull. The good news was my brain stopped bleeding after the 4th scan but I was in the hospital for days. I left the hospital then I got a call from Scott Kauffman, a lawyer that represented MANY of my brother in law's friends and he agreed to take my case. We were in constant contact and I provided everything that he needed to have a good case from my hospital records to my hospital discharge and everything else in between. I'm SO GLAD that he represented me and He's my Very First Legal counsel. So now I tell everyone who has personal injuries who needs a lawyer to represent them that Scott Kauffman & Associates is the Premier Legal counsel that everyone needs and forget those lawyers on tv for they're the "Ambulance Chasers" and you don't want that. Real Good Lawyers? Their work and past clients speaks for them like me that's why I Highly Recommend Scott Kaufman And Associates....give them a call and you'll be glad you did! read more

I hired Scott Kauffman's firm to defend me from a woman who blamed me for a collision with her car. I was certain that I was not to blame, but she was very aggressive, and filed a claim against me with my insurance company. Scott went to the scene of the collision, did research that proved that she was to blame. The insurance company dropped the claim, which was the end of this potential nightmare. read more

This is my first review on yelp! I usually stay away from reviews but got such great care from Scott and his team that I felt overwhelmingly compelled. I highly recommend Scott Kauffman and his firm, Kauffman & Associates. I was involved in an auto accident, and I did not know where to turn. A good friend highly recommended that I contact Scott Kauffman and I could not be more grateful for the help received. Kauffman & Associates fought for me every step of the way. Scott Kauffman was incredibly responsive and was easily reached by phone, text or e-mail. Scott Kauffman genuinely cares about his clients and vigorously protects their interests. Kauffman & Associates helped me recover money for my damaged car and obtained full reimbursement for my medical bills, wage loss, and pain and suffering. I do not know what I would have done without the expertise of Kauffman & Associates. I could not be more grateful and highly recommend Scott Kauffman - he is hard-working, trustworthy and smart. Moreover, Scott Kauffman goes the extra mile... after my accident, my daughter was involved in an accident as well. As she suffered only minor injuries, Scott advised her as to how to represent herself and recover money for her damaged car and medical bills. At the end of the day, Kauffman & Associates provided over 3 hours of legal services without charging a fee for their time. Scott Kauffman treats clients as if they are family, and truly cares about helping people. Rest assured, you can trust Scott to protect your legal interests and help you every step of the way. read more

I had never been involved in a lawsuit prior to calling Scott at Kauffman & Associates. After talking to him and understanding the procedure I committed to hiring him. He made it sound so effortless. I was very busy at work and was hopeful that it was going to be as easy as he explained. I can honestly say that even during COVID he made the process uncomplicated and trouble free for me. Scott and Mike were very professional and patient. Most importantly the outcome was better that we had expected. If you need an easy going and professional attorney who more than gets the job done, Scott is your guy. The entire lawsuit took about one month. I hope I don', but if I do need an attorney again I'll be calling Scott. I highly recommend him and his colleagues. read more

I was rear ended with my children in my car. I had negotiated much of my case, including my children's cases but I thought having an attorney would help me get the settlement I deserved (I suffered severe back pain and could not get the medical help I needed). I found an attorney on yelp based on the reviews. I hired him for my case as he seemed like he could help (he did not feel that he could represent my children). In the end, he did no better than what I had negotiated and I had to pay a good chunk of my settlement to him. I wish I never found him in the first place, but lesson learned. Fast forward and I found myself trying to negotiate with my insurance carrier on my children's med-pay reimbursement. I contacted my previous attorney to see if he could share some information on how to proceed with this and the advice was very basic and unhelpful. Then I contacted Kauffman and Associates. Mike returned my call and he was not what I expected. Having dealt with various and numerous attorneys in the past, I did not expect the kindness and the attention that Mike afforded me. He spent an hour listening to my case and providing clear explanations about the process, my options and what he recommended. I asked the dreadful question of the cost of his services. Mike said that the case was not sufficient to take on, my having already negotiated the settlement, but that he would be happy to provide the advice pro bono. What attorney does this?! I made some decisions based on the options he provided me, followed his directions and a couple months later, my med-pay reimbursement with my insurance carrier was settled with better satisfaction than what my first attorney had advise. Mike was there to answer calls and emails throughout the process. I regret not having found Mike first but I am happy to have found him now. I don't write reviews often but he is worth my whole hearted recommendation. read more

I can't say enough about Scott Kauffman. He saved me! Really without his help I don't know what I would have done. He new all the right questions to ask me and then took that information to move forward. He sent numerous emails, so there was documentation, and he made many, many phone calls and spent time sifting thru an unprofessional, unorganized and corrupt "business ". They tried many times to find a way to get out of paying the money that was legitimately owed. Scott did not let it go and kept fighting for me. I can't tell you how much I appreciate his knowledge, persistence, his ability to keep me feeling taken care of by checking in often. REALLY I would recommend Scott to anyone who wants to get something done! If Scott can't do it nobody can! read more

I'd like to say how glad I am that I found Scott. I was rear-ended in 2018 and Scott and his team represented me with great success. Also, I want to say I appreciated the communication from Scott and the team. The office would ALWAYS call back or follow up. Unfortunately, I needed his service again in 2020 due to being injured as a pedestrian . Again, very happy with his representation. Thank you Scott! read more

What a great firm! I'm helping my friend from Fiji who was rear ended and taken to the hospital a few months ago. I called the Kauffman firm to find out if she has a claim and what she should do. They spent 1/2 hour on the phone with me telling me what steps to take. Of the other 5 firms I called, nobody took that kind of time with me or gave me such valuable information. These folks are who you want on your side. read more

I pray you NEVER need a Personal Injury Attorney. But, if you find you do, please call Scott Kauffman & Associates. Scott and his team represented me, and the passengers in my car, after we were violently struck and hurled into a multi-car crash on a Bay Area Freeway. The repeat reckless driving offender who hit us, was operating his borrowed vehicle with a suspended license. He had NO insurance coverage. My car was "totaled", my passengers were injured, and I sustained several life changing injuries. I am so grateful to Scott and his team of "Top Shelf Professionals". This was a very complex case, made simple. All bills are paid. My passengers and I have received great medical care and the very best in legal representation. We did nothing to negotiate with healthcare providers or insurance carriers. Kauffman & Associates handled everything! read more

This heavy experienced law office strongly fought hard to attain a favorable decision for me and they had a network of medical professionals to get me back on track. Along the way I had many questions answered that had the temporary caveat of complex self worries solved, RAPIDLY. Kauffman & Associates will fight heavy handed, feverishly hard for getting your legal & health needs met, you WILL receive exceptional solutions from this law office. In my opinion when choosing a attorney it is exponentially important to act absolutely fast, and NOT procrastinate or read those haphazardly amateur blogs you found from google which mislead you, you need to hire a experienced attorney, IMMEDIATELY. An elderly successful retired business man told me years ago you will never lose clarity, sleep or your money by hiring a great attorney. Luckily I took that wise man's advice and hired Scott Kauffman. Get rid of your stress, get personal attention, world class advice, professional help and get back to your normal life. Go with this law office, your problems will be mitigated & solved. You will feel like you are the only client, and not a number. I will always recommend Kauffman & Associates to my family and friends, if (gosh forbid) they need a real professional's help. If you the possible client are reading my Yelp review right now, you were like me, attempting to untangling complex questions, with many worries on your plate and it was awful before I hired Scott. Scott & Associates will wipe out your stress and fix your road ahead. Pick up the phone and give Scott a call because like I said above this Law Office will make you breath easier, as they did for me. Thank you Scott, Kate, and team!!! I utterly appreciate all the help I received and it was amazing to see you all in action, I lucked out by being referred to your office. Best regards! Your client and friend, Daniel read more

If you Looking for a law firm that can deliver then this is the one. I had a car accident a year ago and didn't know how to handle things till I met with Scott and Mike, they put everything on ease and took care of everything for me which took away half of my pain. I focused on my recovery without any worries as they work on delivering a great settlement for me. Great staff, awesome communication and always there for you anytime you have a concern. THEY ARE TRULY AWESOME AND KNOW HOW TO DELIVER. read more

Scott is a great guy. He is personable, knows his stuff and is very helpful. I enjoyed working with him and his advice was invaluable.

I was rear ended commuting to work around 830am in March of 2016. The guy who hit me didn't appear sober. To make a long story short, when I denied him paying me a cash settlement that he offered (amongst other crazy comments) and then told him we were going to call the cops he jumped in his car, almost ran me over, and sped away. I was literally lying on his hood and lucky to roll off to the side. Fortunately I got the plate and he was caught but that's not why I'm writing the review. I'm writing the view because Scott Kaufman handled my case. The other insurance company was manipulating facts and trying to avoid any injury claim settlements. My back and neck were hurt, still hurt today, not to mention the 10k in damage (including frame damage) to my limited edition Mitsubishi Lancer Evo. Scott navigated through insurance companies, the doctors, and everything else and got me a fair settlement. We even had to sue the insurance company because they were not being fair...I have lost a lot of respect for Farmers. Thank you Scott! read more

I was referred to Kauffman & Assoc. by a business associate of mine and this is by far an easy task to write a review of my experience. My case recently settled and words can't express my feelings when I received the phone call that it was over. Throughout this entire process Scott Kauffman, Mike Protheroe and the entire team at Kauffman were diligent about staying on top of my treatments and progress. Their attention to detail and paperwork exceeded my expectations as did my settlement. I always felt that I was more than just a client and that my injuries were valid and mattered not just to me but to them as well. When Mike called with news of my settlement I cried; not just because it was over but also because I felt that all the pain and all the discomfort I had experienced were finally validated. I was no longer the victim but rather a survivor. I would without hesitation, recommend Kauffman & Associates and I am so happy and grateful that they were recommended to me. Suzanne H. read more

I was ready to give up on getting any kind of settlement from being seriously rear-ended by a big Chevy Blazer. Scott Kauffman patiently took my case and he and his staff walked me through the process of lining up all the information and documentation. It took a while, but they were diligent. Yesterday, to my pleasant surprise, I received notice that I will be getting a nice fat check! And this was after both Scott Kauffman and Associates and my doctor received their well-deserved fees. Very satisfying experience, indeed. read more

I should of called Scott before I talked to Insurance Claims. Unfortunately I had not and I lost significant amount of money. Lesson learned. Amazing fact is that Scott spent 40 min listening to my story and providing great advice without mentioning any fees. Scott was so nice to even follow up on me sending e-mail! I honestly do not remember when/if there was a time talking to an Attorney and getting very good advice with perfect service without any pressure. read more

Cant say enough good things about Mike and this law firm. Me and a friend were rear ended at a red light. We suffered a variety of injuries. We were taken care of and advised in detail throughout the process. I would recommend Mike for anyone who has a personal injury cases without hesitation read more

If you have been in accident call Scott Kauffman immediately. Scott and the awesome people on his team are caring and thorough. I was rear ended; my car totaled and I was injured, and had no idea what to do. Scott met with me, discussing the particulars of my accident and was willing to help me. Scott is very straight forward and was able to help me navigate a difficult and long process. read more

Although due to my circumstances they were not able to represent me for my motorcycle accident, Scott more then went out of his way to look at all my info and contact the insurance companies to guide me in the right direction. Its hard to find people that can help you against underinsured motorist but its good to know this place wont take advatage of you when your in a bad spot. I will forever recommend these people to anybody in the future. Thank you Scott! read more

The only law firm you will ever need to represent you! Mike Protheroe in particular was extremely helpful to me in a personal injury case and I am so grateful to his excellent representation & professionalism. Look no further if you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of needing to find an attorney. read more

Handled my car accident professionally and quickly! They are great negotiators and will advocate for you! Honest and up front with you about your potential outcome and fees, etc. read more

I was hit by a van while walking my dog and the guy fled the scene. Luckily the police were able to track him down, but he was still telling his insurance co that he didn't hit me. Scott was able to move my case out of their fraud department and once I was finished treating, got a good settlement for me. Throughout the process he and his staff were very professional and attentive. I can't tell you how much it helped reduce my stress having him handle all of this for me. It let me focus on getting well. read more

This law firm is a real gem, including Scott, Mike and Maria. Scott's name came from a personal recommendation from a friend at work, not a television commercial at 1:00 am! Based on our experiences with previous personal injury cases that weren't our fault, we explained that we always felt taken advantage of, and wound up paying mostly lawyer expenses. Scott and Mike explained that they don't work that way. Some law firms maximize their expenses and they require you to see their own doctors, who are usually never covered by insurance, and they charge a premium rate. Other personal injury attorneys charge you for every call, every piece of advice, so the expenses quickly add up. Scott and Mike explained they wouldn't do this. Before we hired Scott, we researched the usual and customary expense and payout ratio for these kinds of cases, and had an idea what to expect both in worse and best cases. Mike had explained he had dozens of years of experience under his belt working with insurance companies, one advertised on television too. When it came right down to it - he explained the initial insurance offer is always way lower than expected. Towards the end, he sat down with us and explained what a fair settlement would be, and to reject the lower settlement. Within a few days after that the insurance company settled! The expense costs for this settlement were in line with what we would expect (only a few percentage points) and we felt we were paid a very fair amount based on the injuries and pain suffered. We highly recommend Scott Kauffman as your legal team. This team is very honest and will work hard to get you the settlement you deserve! They definitely deserve 5 out of 5 stars! read more

I was in an accident in May of 2017 where I was rear-ended and left rather high and dry by my insurance. Two separate friends recommended Scott Kauffman! He spent an incredible amount of time with me going over all of the particulars of the accident and helping me understand the process I was about to go through. In the end, I successfully negotiated a property damage settlement, and I have a strong packet for the personal injury settlement. It's been great knowing that I've got Scott in my corner! read more