Walter A. Haynes IV

San Francisco Personal Injury Lawyer

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Walter A. Haynes IV is a San Francisco personal injury lawyer with more than 20 years of experience representing individuals in serious injury cases. He is known for his work in motor vehicle and pedestrian accident litigation, as well as product defects and dangerous roadway conditions.

Before becoming an attorney, Walt was a California Highway Patrol officer, where he investigated more than 3,000 motor vehicle accidents. This experience gives him a unique perspective when analyzing accident causation and liability. He is also a licensed private investigator.

  • 3,000+ accident investigations
  • Former California Highway Patrol officer
  • Certified accident reconstructionist
  • Licensed private investigator

Practice Focus

Experienced Personal Injury Attorney in San Francisco

Walt handles serious injury matters, including slips and falls, product liability, automobile accidents, and dog bites. He investigates each claim and builds cases supported by detailed evidence and analysis.

Selected Case Results

  • $9 million — Fire caused by defective space heater design
  • $3.75 million — Catastrophic head-on collision
  • $3.5 million — Railroad crossing defect
  • $3.1 million — MUNI bus negligence
  • $1.1 million — Assisted living facility negligence
  • $730,000 — Collision caused by spilled waste

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Professional Memberships

  • San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (co-founder)
  • Consumer Attorneys of California
  • California Association of Highway Patrolmen
  • Business Networking International (former president, Ace Chapter)

Publications

Admissions and Education

  • Admitted to the State Bar of California, 2006
  • J.D., Golden Gate University School of Law
  • B.A., San Francisco State University

If you have an injury that wasn't your fault, you may be able to seek compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and other losses. Contact Walter Haynes to discuss your case at no cost.

 

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