Wiles & Wiles, Attorneys at Law

These guys were so helpful and compassionate. I needed to get some physical therapy following a car accident that I was not at fault in. I’m a climber and was worried about the shoulder pain that I had following the accident. I was getting bullied by the insurance people and just wanted to get the physical therapy I needed without having to worry about ending up in debt. This father and son team not only made sure I wasn’t bullied any more, but they also got me the PT I needed, along with getting me reimbursed for the wages that I lost. I had to take a week off work after the accident since I care for people with disabilities that are wheelchair bound and need to be lifted and moved. That was the most that I had hoped for, but they actually got me much more than that to compensate me for the inconveniences and stresses that the accident created in my life.
My case was a very small case; it was certainly not a money maker for these guys, but they still gave me their best.
I was hesitant to seek legal help, but I’m so had I did with these guys. I’m back to full climbing strength and have no pain at work.

Hmmm. .. how to rate a personal injury lawyer? Well, this is a once-​in-​a-​lifetime thing (I used their services and I do not expect to be injured in an auto accident again — at least not any time soon :-)
This review will run a little long because you need proof that I am not making this up, so I will give a few details. I hope you don’t mind. After all, you are here to see if these guys are any good.
So, I was a passenger in an auto accident. I needed some help getting seen, as being self-​employed I have no personal health insurance coverage. I was not being seen by anyone without paying huge amounts up front. It turns out that having a PI lawyer «gets things done very quickly.» I was able to get seen by medical professionals as a result, so that is good. Now for the «actual service» part, and did they do me any good?
The case was a mess. The other driver completely disappeared! I spent several months (going to physical therapy) recovering from a pesky injury that refused to heal up quickly and easily. This was a surreal experience, because it was completely disruptive to my business and personal plans for several months. If you are in this situation you know what I mean. Tyson is a friendly guy, but also he is very professional. He checked in with me when things were happening on the legal side, and he always too my calls when I had questions. In the end, he worked with my chiropractor, the sports doctor who diagnosed what the chiropractor could not, and the physical treatment facility I was referred to by my doctor. All I had to do was show up and do what the medical professionals told me to. It took the guesswork out of whom to trust and how to get treated, and it removed the fear and hassle of «how do I pay for this?»
Let me tell you: being in an auto accident is NO FUN, and physical therapy — even relatively mild (compared to what some people have to endure) is a PitA. I am glad that I had a professional (lawyer) to help me be seen by professionals (physicians). I can’t say that I had a great experience. I can honestly say that Tyson Wiles, and his father, are good people, not just good lawyers. In the end all of my expenses were paid, even though the «other» insurance company was fighting every step of the way; it was brutal. I ended up with some $ in my pocket as well.
I need to be clear on this: Tyson did an AMAZING JOB of hammering away (like you pay lawyers to do) at the other parties to keep me from getting screwed, and my settlement was beyond anything I expected. I say this not for the money, but because sometimes money is the only way we can really see proof of how much someone has fought for you. What a good PI lawyer does for you is «invisible» to you. Your job is to get better (god forbid you need a PI lawyer), and their job does not include telling you every little thing they do to fight for you. Tyson and Brad (his father) went to bat for me and refused to back down when we were bullied by (******s) Insurance.
If not for this team of competent, professional lawyers I would have been at the mercy of (******s) insurance, who, over time, proved to me they had no interest in helping me recover from the driving mishap of THEIR client. I hope you never need a PI lawyer. Ever. But if you do, I cannot highly enough recommend this team. They went above and beyond for me. I believe they will do the same for you. Brad has been doing this for many years, and Tyson is a Santa Cruz native. These two have roots in Santa Cruz and a reputation. They can’t afford to screw you over.
Oh, and one last annoying thing I almost want to deduct a star due to: When I first called I felt like Tyson was trying NOT to take me on as a client. He is ridiculously considerate. He spent too much time trying to «not pressure me» that I didn’t hire him for a week. I was recommended to a SF lawyer by my business partner who ended up waiting a week of my time not taking my calls before I ended up calling Tyson back. If you think this guy is too nice to be true, you are probably as jaded as I am. My experience (and yours may be different) with Tyson and Brad was so far beyond what I expected that I am taking the time to write this detailed public review. I doubt I will do business with them again because I have no plans on getting into an accident. If I ever needed a PI lawyer however I would choose no one else. Okay, thanks for reading this — hope it helps.

My wife and I hired Wiles & Wiles to help us settle a claim with our insurance company that was being dragged out. It was the first time we have ever hired an attorney. They were very helpful, personable, responsive, and professional. And very effective too because they won a great settlement for us in a timely fashion. The whole experience was pleasant and I highly recommend them.

My experience with Brad and Tyson Wiles was wonderful! It was the first time I ever needed a lawyer, which made me very nervous. After being rear ended at a crosswalk, injured, having my car totaled, and trying to manage my case by myself, I was unable to handle a settlement with the other party’s insurance company. A friend recommend Wiles and Wiles. From the first phone call and meeting with Tyson, I was at ease. He helped steer me through the process of putting my case together. Both Tyson and Brad were courteous, responsive, professional and delightful to work with. They gave me straight answers and were very realistic about expectations. As it turned out, after they presented my case, I was awarded the maximum amount that was allowed. I can now move forward, leaving the accident behind me. I am grateful that my friend recommended them, and I highly recommend them to you!

I just spoke with Brad and even though he couldn’t help me with my case he still took the time to attempt to answer what he could. That really means a lot to me! He recommended me to some other lawyers that he thought might work. He listens well and is very kind like others have stated! I would highly recommend this law firm because first impressions usually are the best!

Brad and Tyson are amazing. They were able to make us feel comfortable and feel like we truly picked the right people for the job. I had spoken with Tyson free of charge a few times over the phone before finally coming to the agreement with my parents that I needed some help and couldn’t do it alone any longer. They were very kind and considered over my mothers recent injury and it continued through out the course that we were their clients. They are truly great at what they do and know what they are doing. I am so glad that I gave Tyson a call. They are passionate about what they do. I have already been recommending them to people just in case something happens in their future they would know where to go.

I needed advice and had no idea where to start. I called in and was immediately connected, we had a great discussion even though I was looking in the wrong place :) I good advice and help and direction to an appropriate attorney. Brad took the time to explain the process I should expect and what I could do in the meantime as well as told me to call back if I had any other questions. Very impressed that he took the time and initiative to treat me like a client!

Brad and Tyson Wiles are the best! Clear, caring, smart, patient, great at their jobs, and really kind! I had a case that was small, and in fact had been blown off by two other law firms (one of which has a lot of visibility in town, but I found to be highly unprofessional in their communications – just didn’t call back when they said they would, for example). The case was of great concern to me however, and I felt unhappy at the idea of trying to handle it myself. I had been rear-​ended, and had already gone through a lot of upsetting issues with the insurance company over getting my car fixed. And I was dealing with making sure I could get my injuries healed. Then I found the Wiles team, and I am very happy and grateful.
They were incredibly nice and considerate from beginning to end, and kudos to the wonderful folks in their office, as well. They spent time listening and talking about every detail about my accident, provided me with an informed assessment of what I could expect (explaining the reasons), and handled everything. This was a great relief to me, since I felt certain that I would get, shall we say, the short end of the stick, if I were to try to handle things myself. I was never made to feel that I was not important enough, that my case was not big enough, for them to provide all necessary steps and communications.
I think of Brad and Tyson as masters of under-​promising and over-​delivering! Meaning, they cautioned me realistically as to my expectations, and then came through with a higher settlement!
The case was settled just last week, and they went out of their way to make sure I could get my check prior to the holidays! They also let me know that I could be in touch any time about any legal matter – and that they would refer me to someone they respected and trusted if I had an issue that was out of the realm of their practice. Having moved to Santa Cruz only a couple of years ago, I have often felt like I don’t know who to turn to, and who to trust here – but I sure do know now!

I needed a professional to advise me on how to handle an insurance claim. Even though I called Brad out of the blue – and the case was not big enough for him to handle – he generously coached me through the process that I needed to follow with no charge. He’s smart and personable, and he made a huge difference for me in moving forward with my claim. He also offered to assist me further if I had additional questions. I was very impressed with his kindness; he has so many excellent reviews here for good reason! He gets my highest recommendation.

I really appreciate the sincere care and help I received from Brad and Tyson Wiles. Brad not only genuinely cares about his clients, but he also has a great deal of integrity. Honesty is important to me, and from the very start of our conversations, I could tell it was important to Brad & his son as well. I also really appreciated that even though this Law Office has many clients, and my particular case was very small, they still treated me with the utmost respect and diligence with my case. I did not think I would be compensated for my injury at all, but I was very confident that Brad & Tyson would help me to receive the best treatment possible, within the benefits of the law.
Thank You Again.

I was struck by by the trailer of a truck driven by an out –of –town driver. Fortunately, shortly after the bike/​truck encounter I spoke with Brad Wiles and his son Tyson.
They put me completely at ease, charged no fees for the consultation, and took over all the odious paperwork involved with the insurance companies, including a very complicated Medicare portion. I was free to concentrate on healing and medical treatment without the slightest anxiety about the way the case was being handled.
These guys are the best, and both avid cyclists. They were well-​informed and sympathetic regarding the physical injuries, and completely honest. This case earned them very little, as I took a minimalist approach to medical treatment.
I highly recommend going directly to Brad and Tyson as soon after an accident as possible.
Thank you!

I had a potential legal issue, and before i took any steps I wanted to speak with a professional. I found Brad on Unilocal,and could not agree more with the excellent reviews. Although the issue was not a case he would normally handle, he told me what steps to take and explained my rights so that I could move forward in an informed manner, even though he wasn’t going to make any money off my case. What a guy! And he offered his advice anytime I needed it throughout the process. I really appreciated his expertise and kind bedside manner. Thanks, Brad!

I was hit by an uninsured driver last year. Brad and Tyson Wiles consulted with me free of charge. After telling me what my options were, I knew they were the guys to go with and they were on the phone immediately with adjusters to get my medical visits covered and to get my vehicle fixed locally the next business day. It was such a convenient and worry free interaction.
Making a rear ending by an uninsured out-​of-​town driver during a summer holiday weekend seem minor is no small feat. They’re pros.

Highly recommended — smart, honest, and down-​to-​earth… we won.
Brad’s knowledge and experience helped resolve a complex series of intertwined claims with exceptional skill under difficult circumstances.
When my folks were killed in an awful car accident, the 1^st & 3^rd insurance coverage was complicated by a Government Medicare Lien and claims by a prior attorney — uughh! Unimaginably depressing. Throughout the process Brad made a point of keeping me in the loop with meetings and phone calls while he proceeded to secure favorable settlement of all four claims.
Throughout the process Brad’s demeanor conveyed a quiet confidence that was contagious — just straight-​talk from a genuine person.
Scott S.

I was recently involved in a motorcycle accident, having to deal with my own personal injuries, insurance companies, medical bills, work, I was overwhelm on what is the right decisions to make in protecting myself. Just so happen my friend referred me to Brad, he was a tremendous help to me, he guided me through this difficult time, and helped advice in what steps to take in protecting myself from being taken advantage of. His professionalism, years of knowledge, concern of my well being, had shown me he is not just here to make a quick buck, but really care about his clients, his integrity, and is solution oriented. Thank you so very much Brad, I really appreciated all your legal advises, and support in getting me through this difficult period. I am now in a much better position than if I did not use your service. Brad did all of this free of charge after he found out that the other guy as well as I was under insured.

In short, contact Brad right after your accident. He will help you with the process. Just had the most pleasant and helpful conversation with him regarding my non-​fault auto accident all while he was rushing to help another client. I dont’ review on Unilocal often but when I do I mean it. Call him for help and guidance.

A car accident is far from a great experience, and I have been in quite a few non-​fault accidents unfortunately. Fortunately though, I have the privilege of being able to count on Brad Wiles to take care of me!
He makes the experience as smooth as possible and really goes to bat for you with the insurance agencies. He takes care of all the minute details, negotiations, medical record requests and most bill payments. The inconvenience of a car accident is dramatically reduced when Brad is involved.
Highly recommended!

I highly recommend Brad Wiles. He handled my car accident case perfectly and I was awarded fair compensation for my injuries. He is also very friendly and approachable and made me feel like family.