Business Details
Trusted Defense Base Act & Personal Injury Lawyers in San Diego
At Benner Law Firm, we combine years of high-volume legal experience with exclusive boutique firm service, delivering a results-driven practice that prioritizes attorney-client partnerships. Founded by Craig Benner, our team learned the value of hard work early, growing up in a commercial fishing town where dedication was essential. We specialize in complex areas of personal injury law, including Defense Base Act claims, catastrophic injuries, and mass torts, ensuring clients receive the maximum compensation they deserve.Our commitment to honesty, transparency, and client-centric representation has earned us a proven record of success, with clients frequently referring their loved ones. We operate with a dedication to 100% client satisfaction, offering personalized communication through online portals and direct phone lines. Our practice is built on the principle that everyone deserves quality legal representation, especially when injured due to another's negligence.
Services
Defense Base Act Claims
Personal Injury Cases
Burn Pit Exposure
PTSD Settlements
Catastrophic Injuries
Mass Torts
Trucking Accidents
Wrongful Death
Spinal Injuries
Brain Injuries
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive boutique firm service with personalized attention to every client.
- Our team has extensive experience with nuanced areas of personal injury and DBA law.
- We guarantee a dedication to 100% client satisfaction and transparent communication.
- We have a proven record of success in complex cases, including $10M+ settlements.
- We provide free strategy sessions to help clients understand their legal options.
What people say
Excellent service
Awesome job
Pleased with outcome
Compassionate and ethical
Successful PTSD case
Services
Defense Base Act Claims
We represent civilian contractors injured on overseas military bases under the Defense Base Act. Our team helps clients recover compensation for medical expenses, disability benefits, and lost wages. With deep expertise in navigating complex federal claims processes, we ensure clients receive the full benefits they deserve under this critical workers' compensation program.
Personal Injury Cases
Our firm specializes in personal injury cases arising from accidents, negligence, and workplace hazards. We handle automobile collisions, slip-and-fall incidents, and catastrophic injuries to secure compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Our results-driven approach prioritizes client needs throughout the legal process.
Burn Pit Exposure
We advocate for veterans and civilian contractors suffering from illnesses linked to military burn pit exposure. Our attorneys help clients obtain compensation for respiratory diseases, cancers, and other conditions caused by toxic fumes. We leverage the PACT Act and Defense Base Act to maximize recovery for affected individuals.
PTSD Settlements
Our team handles PTSD claims for military contractors experiencing psychological trauma. We secure medical benefits, disability compensation, and death benefits through the Defense Base Act. We work with certified mental health professionals to document conditions and prove work-related causation for successful claims.
People
Craig Benner
Attorney at Law
Craig Benner founded Benner Law Firm after years handling maritime cases and Defense Base Act claims at a prestigious firm. Growing up in a commercial fishing town, he developed a strong work ethic that drives his client-centered approach. He prioritizes personalized service and has recovered millions for injured clients.
Questions
How does the Defense Base Act protect civilian contractors?
The Defense Base Act provides workers' compensation-style benefits for civilian contractors injured on overseas military bases, covering medical treatment, disability compensation, and death benefits through the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act.
What should I do after a personal injury accident?
Seek immediate medical attention, document injuries, report incidents to employers, and contact an attorney to protect your right to compensation under California law and federal programs like the DBA.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in California?
California generally allows two years from the injury date to file personal injury claims, while Defense Base Act claims require filing within one year of the injury or discovery of an occupational illness.
Why are burn pit victims eligible for compensation?
Burn pit victims exposed to toxic fumes at military bases may qualify for compensation through VA disability claims or Defense Base Act lawsuits due to illnesses like cancer, respiratory diseases, and PTSD caused by hazardous exposure.
Who qualifies for mass tort litigation?
Mass tort claims apply when multiple victims suffer similar harm from corporate negligence, defective products, or environmental hazards. Our firm represents groups seeking collective compensation while maintaining individual case integrity.
