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Miguel Gallagher

Injured Workers Law Group

Fresno, California · 26 Years Experience

4.5/5.0 (333 client reviews) Avvo 9.1

About Miguel Gallagher

Miguel Gallagher is one of California's most recognized workers' compensation attorneys, with 26 years of experience and thousands of satisfied clients. Operating from his Fresno office, he handles cases across California and routinely takes on the largest insurance carriers in the state.

Workers CompensationOccupational DiseaseDeath Benefits

Practice Areas

  • Workers Compensation
  • Personal Injury
  • Social Security Disability

Frequently Asked Questions

Miguel Gallagher works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in California. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Miguel Gallagher handles all types of workers' compensation cases in California, including Workers Compensation, Occupational Disease, Death Benefits, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In California, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Miguel immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Miguel Gallagher's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 26 years of experience in California workers' comp law, Miguel knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Miguel Gallagher primarily serves clients in Fresno and the surrounding California area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in California and were injured at work, contact Miguel's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.

Education & Credentials

  • J.D. Emory University School of Law
  • Bar California State Bar, admitted 2000
  • Mbr California Workers' Compensation Bar Association