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Do You Have a Case? Let’s Talk.

If you or a loved one has been injured in San Francisco or the Bay Area, I want to hear what happened. Every free consultation is completely confidential and carries no obligation to hire me. Whether you were hurt in a car accident, a rideshare crash, a slip and fall, a dog bite, or any other incident caused by someone else’s negligence, the consultation is on me.

Hurt in a crash? See what a free consultation with a Bay Area car accident lawyer includes before you talk to any insurance adjuster.

I personally handle every call — you will never be screened by a receptionist or handed off to a paralegal. Tell me what happened and I will give you an honest assessment of your legal options.

What to expect from a free consultation:

• Free, no-obligation consultation — no pressure, no sales pitch
• I answer the phone personally
• Confidential — protected by attorney-client privilege
• Available in English and Spanish
• Evening and weekend appointments available
• Home and hospital visits available for serious injuries
• No fees unless I win — ever

Call me directly: (415) 851-4557

Free Consultation With a Bay Area Car Accident Lawyer

Most of the calls I get are from car accident victims — and most of them say the same thing: “I don’t even know if I have a case.” That is exactly what a free consultation with a Bay Area car accident lawyer is for. You don’t have to know whether you have a case. That’s what I’m here to figure out.

During a free consultation, I will walk through the basic facts with you: where the accident happened, what your injuries are, what treatment you’ve had so far, and what insurance coverage may apply. I will give you my honest read on whether you have a viable claim, what it may be worth, and what the next steps look like. If I think you should move forward without an attorney, I will tell you that too — and I will explain why.

For a complete picture of how a car accident case actually works in San Francisco — from the moment of the crash through final resolution — see my detailed San Francisco car accident lawyer page.

What Happens After You Contact Me?

Step 1 — I call you personally I review your information and call you directly — usually within hours, always within 24 hours. You will speak with me, not a staff member.

Step 2 — You tell me your story We talk through what happened. I listen, ask questions, and give you an honest assessment of your legal options — no pressure, no sales pitch, no obligation.

Step 3 — We decide together If I can help you, I explain exactly how I work, what the process looks like, and what your case may be worth. If I can’t help you, I will tell you that honestly and point you in the right direction.

There is no fee unless I win. Ever.

Cases I Handle

I offer free consultations for the full range of personal injury cases throughout San Francisco and the Bay Area:

• Car Accidents — The largest part of my practice, including rear-end collisions, head-on crashes, T-bones, and rollover accidents
• Uber and Lyft Accidents — Rideshare passenger, driver, pedestrian, and cyclist injuries
• Traumatic Brain Injuries — Including my $6 million and $2.185 million TBI recoveries
• Spinal Cord and Back Injuries — Herniated discs, fractures, and permanent disability cases
• Pedestrian Accidents — A leading cause of serious injury in San Francisco
• Bicycle Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Trucking Accidents
• Slip and Fall
• Dog Bites
• Wrongful Death

If you’re not sure whether your situation falls into one of these categories, call anyway. If I can’t help you, I’ll tell you who can.

Trusted by San Francisco Injury Victims

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 Stars — Dozens of Google Reviews | Avvo 10.0 Superb | Super Lawyer 2021–2026

“He answers the phone! Himself! Thorough, kind and with a genuine sense of integrity.” — Google Review, 2026

“John got me way more money than I thought, and he made the process easy for me.” — Jessica M., Google Review

“His passion for justice is unmatched.” — Gail C., Google Review

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 Gramme's Baby 
 
 
 
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Thank you, John Roach, for your assistance in getting me the most in my settlement case. I was in a car accident, and Mr. Roach did all the navigating to make sure I didn't have to worry about all the legal work. All I had to do was focus on my recovery. I appreciate your business.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Yanet Sanchez 
 
 
 
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Me ayudo con mi caso fue el megor abojado que tuve porque los abogados anteriores no me ayudaron como yo esperaba. 🙏🏻
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Karen Gabrielson 
 
 
 
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I have known John Roach, Esq. for a few years.  He recently assisted my attorney with a complex personal injury case. I am honored to write this review and  to recommend him. There were numerous depositions in my case that required careful handling. John  did an excellent job and contributed much in handling these for my attorney when schedules conflicted. It was truly a balancing act to obtain facts from highly specialized professionals who are very clear on their specility, but did not always see or grasp the legal vs what is medically correct.  In short, the legal is viewed through the lenses of the medical. John was absolutely excellent in staying on point when conducting these depositions. And when things strayed off, he brought them right back to Front and Center. With careful attention to detail, John was able to extract facts and opinions needed for the case. John’s attention to detail is phenomenal. He was able to take on, often on short notice, depositions needed to prepare in case for trial. In my interaction with John, I was impressed by his calm demeanor and ability to ferret out succinctly exactly what was needed to move the case along. I was very happy he was on my team! My case had a good outcome which I  certainly  attributed to John Roach’s ability to get the results and to move case along. I am highly appreciative of John Roach, Esq. and would not hesitate to recommend him. Sincerely, Karen Gabrielson
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Desiree Basila 
 
 
 
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Identifying a good personal injury lawyer can be difficult. I wanted to encourage anyone in that process to consider attorney John Roach. Importantly he will make it easy for you right from the beginning. He answers the phone! Himself! (Don't be discouraged if you can't reach him immediately, though. Be persistent. It's worth it.) He listens carefully to your situation and asks pointed questions to get at the heart of what might be required specific to your case. Even though it was just a consultation, he took the time to consider how to get important answers regarding aspects many lawyers never bring up until it is too late to do anything about it. Thorough, kind and with a sense of humor, he seems to genuinely enjoy practicing law, but more importantly, he brings integrity to that practice through transparency and thoughtfully applied experience. Unfortunately, I was unable to hire Mr Roach because I was already trapped in a disputed settlement by a lawyer I had trusted naively. But this harsh experience means that I know what I am talking about now. If you are at the beginning of your search, consider starting  with Mr Roach. After just one consultation with him I came away with important insights into my case, resources, and most importantly a renewed faith in the law and what the client attorney relationship can potentially be.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Serhiy Nikolaichuk 
 
 
 
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I've had the privilege of working with John Roach as co-counsel on several personal injury cases, and I refer clients to him without hesitation. John is the rare solo practitioner who combines the personal attention of a one-attorney office with the skill and tenacity you'd expect from a much larger firm. He knows San Francisco courts, he prepares thoroughly, and he fights hard for his clients — while always being a true professional and collaborative partner. The outcomes we've achieved together speak for themselves. If you or someone you know has been injured and needs an attorney who will personally handle your case from intake to resolution, John is the real deal.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Stephen Williams 
 
 
 
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At the law offices of John J. Roach, has a vast knowledge of the law and any questions pertaining to law,in his field or steer you in the right direction leading to what you may need answered. Also a hard work and upstanding fellow in and out of his profession.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Samuel Reynolds 
 
 
 
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Excellent,  knowledgeable and experienced personal injury attorney!! I would definitely recommend John Roach !!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Elizabeth Kantor 
 
 
 
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John Roach is an exceptional attorney.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Elaine Brannigan 
 
 
 
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John represented me in a recent case. Throughout the entire experience he was professional, kind and compassionate. I would highly recommend John Roach.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Ricardo barahona 
 
 
 
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The Law Office of John Roach represented me through a bicycling injury case. I am very thankful for their services through this really difficult time for me, and ultimately I came out of this experience happy to have them on my side. If you are unfortunate enough to find yourself in a similar situation, I highly recommend you use these professionals.
  
 
  
 
 
 
   
 
 
 

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📍 1388 Sutter St., Suite 810, San Francisco, CA 94109

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