DuRard McKenna & Borg - San Mateo, CA

Advocates for Working People in San Mateo

Suffering a workplace injury can jeopardize your physical health, income, and career. Situated at 155 Bovet Road in San Mateo, DuRard, McKenna and Borg has championed injured workers across the San Francisco Peninsula for over six decades. Tracing its roots back to 1960, the practice lives by the motto: “No cause too hopeless, no case too small."

Led by partners Sarah Malerstein and Andrew Lynch-a State Bar Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law-the firm brings over 80 years of combined legal expertise to every claim. Whether you need to hire a lawyer to appeal a denied claim or find an attorney to resolve medical disputes, the firm provides compassionate, results-driven advocacy.

Workers Compensation Representation

Navigating California workers compensation is challenging when insurance adjusters delay medical treatment or deny liability. The firm represents injured employees across all industries:

• Fighting denied claims: Challenging claim rejections and litigating disputed cases before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB).
• Medical care disputes: Securing prompt authorization for surgeries, physical therapy, and fair evaluations from medical examiners.
• Disability benefits: Recovering temporary disability wage replacement and maximizing permanent partial disability (PPD) settlements.
• Catastrophic injuries: Representing workers suffering from spinal trauma, brain injuries, repetitive strain, and occupational illnesses.
• Job displacement vouchers: Securing retraining funds for workers unable to return to their prior jobs.

Third-Party Liability Claims

When a job injury is caused by an outside party-such as a reckless driver or equipment manufacturer-injured workers can pursue additional damages. When you need a lawyer urgently to coordinate dual claims, the firm handles both the workers compensation claim and the third-party lawsuit to maximize total recovery.

Why Choose DuRard, McKenna and Borg"

• Over 60 years of history: Serving San Mateo and the Bay Area with proven worker advocacy since 1960.
• Board Certified Specialist: Partner Andrew Lynch is a State Bar Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist.
• Contingency fees: No upfront retainers; legal fees are paid only upon successful financial recovery.
• Bilingual services: Fluent English and Spanish communication (se habla espanol) for local workers.

Contact DuRard, McKenna and Borg in San Mateo today to schedule your free legal consultation.