Smith & Baltaxe, LLP

825 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109

"I had a consultation with Byron Smith about some of the aspects of my ongoing workers' compensation claim. He gave me a lot of helpful information and insight which I hadn't been able to get elsewhere. I even later had a consultation with another attorney, and Mr. Smith's consultation was far more helpful. When I mentioned the possibility of formal representation for my claim, Mr. Smith had the integrity to tell me that I likely didn't need representation and that I could get the same result on my own (in effect meaning I wouldn't have to give 15% of any payments to an attorney representing me). With how my claim developed, Mr. Smith's insight proved to be right on the mark. If he gives such great information in a consultation, I can only imagine his formal representation must be as good, if not better."

"I feel like one of those people in the infomercials, but…when I got injured at work and realized I was going to need a lawyer, I did some research and discovered Smith & Baltaxe. Bernhard Baltaxe took my call and was both compassionate and knowledgeable, so I decided to go with him. And I was not disappointed. He dealt with my employer and the insurance company, which allowed me to focus on my healing. And when it came time to settle, he negotiated an amount that allowed me to bring closure to a very dark time in my life. As such, I’m forever grateful and can’t recommend him enough."

"Great workers compensation lawyer, I highly recommend him. Bernie helped me settle my WC case with very good results. am very happy with his service. Thanks Bernie!"

"We had a great experience with Byron Smith. He brought calm to an otherwise very stressful situation. We had a difficult case but he still didn't hesitate to take us on as a client. He was always available with answers to my questions throughout the entire process. He advised us as well as listened to us each step of the way. I would definitely recommend him for your workers comp needs."

"Byron Smith graciously helped evaluate and untangle a complex worker's compensation and disability case, providing crucial background and information that enabled us to file required paperwork on our own. Without his help, we would have proceeded down several dead ends. Although he spent several hours consulting on our behalf, he did so free of charge. Even when offered compensation for his time, Byron would accept no payment. Had our case warranted further legal representation, we would hire him without reservation. Byron impressed us as highly compassionate, ethical, fair, diligent, and competent. Could not ask more from an attorney!"