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Romeo R. Uriarte
Uriarte & Carr LLP
436 14th Street
Suite 900
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: (510) 271-8845 | Fax: (510) 271-8325
Representing Employees in Work Injuries
Legal Topic
Employment & Labor Relations
Preferred New Clients
My preference is to work with employees injured on the job.
Sub-Categories
Employment & Labor Relations
- Workers' Compensation
- Jones Act
Bar Admissions
CA, Mar 1995
Bar Number: 175997
Specialty Certifications
Workers' Compensation
Other Court Admissions
All California State and Federal Courts
Association Memberships
California State Bar, Alameda County Bar Association
Continuing Education
Over 100 hours of Workers' Compensation continuing education & training.
Example Cases
Berman v. Kaiser - This was a significant case that was published where we prevailed at trial and in subsequent appeals regarding the definition of Labor Code Section 3208.3 regarding what constitutes a lawful, non-discriminatory personnel action.
Becerra v. San Francisco Drydock - Involved an employee who fell to his death. The defendant refused to provide death benefits to his family including his mother that he supported. The case was tried and we prevailed. The case was also appealed where we also prevailed and eventually won for his family the benefits they were entitled to under Federal Law.
Education
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Rutgers University
City:
New Brunswick
State:
NJ
Year:
1987
Honors:
Dean's List
Focus and Accomplishments:
Major: Economics
Degree:
J.D.
School:
University of San Francisco School of Law
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1993
Focus and Accomplishments:
Employment Law
Number of Attorneys
4
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Our firm's (Uriarte & Carr LLP) primary area of practice is California Workers' Compensation and Longshore law. We have been in practice since 1995 and represent injured workers in all phases of their cases.
We have California Certified Specialists in Workers' Compensation who have more than 10 years of experience in Workers' Compensation. We have represented employees from the initial phases of their cases to trial and appeals with the WCAB, Court of Appeals and up to the Supreme Court of California.
Our firm is also very involved with the California Applicants Attorney Association which is the attorney association that is involved in influencing Workers' Compensation Laws in California.
Our organization forges relationships with State Representatives and provides help, support and guidance in the reform or changes to California Workers' Compensation Laws.
Previous Employment Summary
I've been involved in the Workers' Compensation Field and Longshore Law since 1992 while still in Law School and working for a law firm representing injured workers. After graduating from law school, I continued to work in the same field with another law firm. I eventually became a partner there which became Russo, Uriarte & Carr LLP. That firm eventually became Uriarte & Carr LLP.
Activities and Awards
I am a Judge pro tem at the Oakland Workers' Compensation Appeals Board.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I think it is very important. Clients will have a better understanding of the legal process and what it will take to resolve their case.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I review these documents.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
We do not do this because of legal liability issues.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted to help people and defend their rights.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My life experiences, law school and internships have made me become a better lawyer. It exposed me to the plight of people who could not navigate the complexities of the legal system and other social institutions because of education or other societal difficulties. It gave me a better understanding and compassion of their plight.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I decided on my primary specialty, because it enables me to help employees.
What do you like best about your career?
I like that I can make a real and positive difference in the lives of my clients.
Tell us about your law firm:
There are two partners in our firm including myself. There are two other attorneys who provide support and five additional support staff members.
What are your strengths and style?
My ability to distill complex fact situations and use it to my clients' advantage at trial and appeals.
I have a straightforward style.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy sailing, skiing and bicycle riding. I also enjoy reading novels and newspapers.
Office Manager/Assistant
None
Fax
(510) 271-8325
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Spanish
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
We do not charge a client unless there is a settlement or there is a monetary award in their favor. Our fee ranges from 12% to 15% depending on the complexity of the case.
Hourly Rates
None.
Free Initial Consultation?
We provide a free consultation.
Typical Retainer
None.
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