50+ Years
Legal Experience
About Guy O. Kornblum
Guy O. Kornblum is the principal of Guy O. Kornblum, A Professional Law Corporation, located in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area. With over 45 years of experience as a trial and appellate lawyer, he has specialized in a broad spectrum of civil litigation. His firm handles serious injury and wrongful death cases, financial and physical elder abuse, and all aspects of insurance, including "bad faith" claims.
Mr. Kornblum has successfully concluded over 4,000 litigated matters, achieving several multi-million dollar verdicts. His clientele includes hundreds of victims, small businesses, individuals, and large Fortune 500 corporations over his more than 50-year career.
Renowned for his courtroom and appellate expertise, Mr. Kornblum is also highly skilled in mediations, boasting a strong record of favorable settlements. He holds certification in Civil Trial Law and Civil Pretrial Practice from the prestigious National Board of Trial Advocacy and is a Charter Fellow of the American College of Board Certified Attorneys.
Mr. Kornblum is a Life Member of the Multi-Million Dollar and Million Dollar Advocate’s Forum, recognizing attorneys with significant awards or settlements. He is a Charter Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America Trial Lawyer Honorary and a "Top 100" Trial Lawyer. His name appears in the 23rd Edition of "The Best Lawyers in America," and he has been named a Super Lawyer annually since 2006. He authored "Negotiating and Settling Tort Claims: Reaching the Settlement," published by Thomson West Publishing Company and the American Association for Justice, 5th Ed., 2025.
Additionally, Mr. Kornblum has served as an expert witness in both state and federal courts on insurance claim litigation and standard of care.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
California Car Accident Laws
Understanding California's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$5K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Guy O. Kornblum specialize in?
He specializes in civil litigation, including serious injury, wrongful death, elder abuse, and insurance claims.
How many cases has Guy O. Kornblum handled?
Mr. Kornblum has handled over 4,000 litigated matters to conclusion.
What recognitions has Guy O. Kornblum received?
He is a Life Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has been named a Super Lawyer since 2006.
Has Guy O. Kornblum published any works?
Yes, he authored 'Negotiating and Settling Tort Claims: Reaching the Settlement,' 5th Edition.
Is Guy O. Kornblum certified in any legal specializations?
He is certified in Civil Trial Law and Civil Pretrial Practice by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Guy O. Kornblum for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Guy for a free case review
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