The Shefman's have been practicing law in the United States for over 50 years. Benjamin Shefman began practicing law in Texas in 1958 and continued to practice until 2000. His grandaughter's, Lenore and Daucie Shefman, continue in his footsteps as lawyers in California and Texas seeking justice for those criminally accused and injured by other's negligent acts.

As you move through our website you can learn more about each of these areas of our practice.

Bicycle Accident Attorney:
If you have been hurt or injured on a bicycle, motorcyle, or by an automobile as a pedestrian, contact our bicycle accident attorneys, motorcycle accident attorneys, or pedestrian accident attorneys for your free case evaluation. Do NOT speak with an insurance company representative. The insurance industry depends on reducing the amount of recovery every person who makes a claim is entitled to, this is how they stay in business. Contact us, we can help you or your loved one with an injury.

We like to work with cyclists because we are cyclists. In fact, anything with two wheels is how we generally get around. We know what it is like on the road and how drivers behave towards cyclists. If you have been injured, it is crucial that you protect your rights and get the necessary medical treatment you need. In order to fully recover for your loss you need a skilled bicycle accident attorney who can help you navigate the complexity of your case. Our bicycle accident attorneys will assist you with understanding the complexity of the personal injury case, vehicle and traffic laws, medical concerns, insurance laws and issues, negligence and liability laws as well as be your advocate to the insurance company representatives. Contact us so we can evaluate your case. See our page on bike accidents. Also, visit our personal injury blog: Personal Injury Blog and What to Look for in a Personal Injury Attorney .

If you have been involved in an accident:

• Immediately get the emergency care you need.

911 should be called immediately. DO NOT refuse medical attention following a cycling accident. You may be in shock and/or not realize your injuries.

Make sure to get the drivers license number, license plate, and description of the driver if it appears the police are not coming or the driver may leave the scene.

As close in time to the incident take as many notes as you can recall about the incident, include a diagram of the location, the vehicles, and your physical as well as property damages

DO NOT discuss liability with the driver

Keep your bike and the clothes you were wearing (no matter how soiled), and take photos of them as well as your injuries.

You should call an attorney to discuss your rights following a bike accident.

• Follow-up with your primary care physician.
• Do not speak to the insurance company of the person/company who injured you until you have contacted an attorney. Insurance companies will try to contact you through an adjuster or attorney with one goal in mind, limit the amount of money you may be entitled to recover.
• Investigation: Only trained professionals should investigate incidents causing severe injury. This will include speaking with witnesses and taking their statements. Photographs of the incident site will need to be taken by a trained individual who knows what to look for and preserve evidence as close in time to the incident as possible.

Marijuana, Drugs, and DUI/DWI Defense Attorney:
We have been involved in the medical marijuana movement since 2001. As civil legal counsel for the largest medical marijuana dispensary in California, the largest edibles manufacturer, and medical cannabis clinics, we have fine tuned knowledge of each statute, each case, and each local ordinance relating to medical marijuana. We have been part of working groups responsible for drafting ordinances and instrumental in assuring safe access to patients in Oakland, San Francisco, San Leandro, Unincorporated Areas of Alameda County, Bakersfield, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Ukiah, Modesto, Mendocino and wherever there are dispensaries in the State of California. Visit our page on Marijuana to learn more about Proposition 215, Senate Bill 420 and the resulting California Health and Safety Code Sections 11362.5 et seq. also known as California's Compassionate Use Act.

Since the Supreme Court decision in Gonzales v. Raich (2005) the federal government has been exercising its power through the Drug Enforcement Agency to shut down dispensaries, and prosecute dispensary operators, employees, and patients under the supremacy clause that allows federal anti-drug laws to trump California and other states reformed marijuana laws. Medical Marijuana advocates have been pushing for States Rights to prevail over federal anti-drug laws. That fight continues today. With more dispensaries than ever and a nations worth of patients whom, by their doctor, have been recommended the use of cannabis as an agent for healing, the day for States Rights to prevail seems to be fast on the way. If you are a patient and have been arrested or charged with possession, transporting, dealing, or other related charges, contact our office so we can start on your defense right away. Our goal is to take every case to trial and to not bleed the wallets of medical marijuana patients. For better representation, affordable fees, and attorneys who will advocate for your rights and not hesitate to take your case to trial, call us today: (415) 357-3681 or toll free (877) 366-7677.

If you are arrested for possession or other drug related charges in Texas or another state on trafficking charges, don't delay in getting legal counsel who can help you overcome the charges against you and the harsh sentencing guidelines promulgated by our federal government. Call us in Austin: (512)386-8117 or anywhere in the nation: (877)366-7677. If you have been arrested or charged with DUI or DWI you may be able to negotiate court dates, penalties, drivers license suspension time, work related driving privileges, or dismiss the charges entirely depending on the facts and evidence in your case. You only have ten days to schedule a DMV hearing following a DUI; therefore, do not delay, contact one of our DUI/DWI attorneys right away.

Construction Defect Attorney:
We have achieved superior results for clients with swimming pool construction defects against some of the largest pool manufacturers including Anthony/Sylvan Pools, and Swan Pools. We also represent owners and contractors on residential and commercial use buildings. Visit our swimming pool construction site: www.poolconstructionattorney.com. Contact one of our pool construction defect attorneys today.