Ufkes & Bright

At Ufkes & Bright, you will receive expert legal representation specializing in workers’ compensation matters. With over 50 years of combined experience, our Santa Ana-based firm is committed to providing you with personalized and meticulous legal services tailored to your specific circumstances as an injured worker. Ufkes & Bright is a trusted choice for workers' compensation cases due to several key qualifications and extensive experience: State Bar Certified Specialist: Mark Ufkes, a principal attorney at the firm, is certified by the State of California as a Workers' Compensation Specialist. This certification requires passing a rigorous written examination, continuous legal practice for at least five years with a significant portion devoted to workers' compensation, completion of advanced continuing education beyond general licensing requirements, and favorable peer and judicial evaluations. Over 50 Years of Combined Experience: The firm brings more than five decades of combined claims experience, providing deep expertise in handling complex workers' compensation cases and achieving substantial settlements for clients. Personalized, Hands-On Service: Ufkes & Bright operates with a small firm approach, limiting caseloads to ensure each client receives direct attention from experienced attorneys rather than being handed off to less experienced associates. This client-first philosophy ensures thorough, personalized legal support throughout the claims process. Proven Track Record of Success: The firm has a rich history of successfully representing injured workers since 1964, with recognition and respect in the community. Two former partners have even become Workers’ Compensation Appeals Court Judges, underscoring the firm's legal expertise and reputation. Up-to-Date Legal Knowledge: Ufkes & Bright stays current with changes in workers’ compensation law, enabling them to use recent legal developments to maximize client benefits and navigate the often complex and confusing Labor Code effectively. Comprehensive Case Management: The firm assists clients not only with claim denials and medical treatment disputes but also with job protection issues and securing additional benefits such as job retraining vouchers and return-to-work funds, providing a full spectrum of legal advocacy. Together, these qualifications and extensive experience make Ufkes & Bright a highly reliable and effective legal partner for workers’ compensation cases in California.