Brent M. Thompson, Esq
Committed to Southern California's Workers' Compensation victims for over 40 years

A Brief History on Brent M. Thompson
Brent M. Thompson is a graduate of the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. He acheived the degree of Juris Doctorate from the University of San Fernando Law School, graduating 2nd in his class and named Outstanding Student of the Year in 1975. He was a member of the Law Review and was the recipient of numerous scholastic awards throughout his educational career. He received the award for Outstanding Scholastic Achievement from West Publishing Company, was a member of the Deans' Honor Roll, and also received awards for Outstanding Scholastic Achievement in Constitutional Law and Personal Property Law.
Mr. Thompson is a fourth-generation attorney who initially began practicing with his father, Samuel McAfee Thompson, Jr., in the Santa Clarita Valley. His grandfather was a judge in Cheyenne, Wyoming for over 40 years. While practicing with his father, Mr. Thompson received valuable jury trial experience for a number of years until he opened his practice in Santa Ana, California in 1979, specializing in Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation Claims.
Since forming his solo practice in 1976, Mr. Thompson has tried hundreds of Workers' Compensation cases. Many of which have resulted in 100% total permanent disability findings and awards, the equivalent of a jury verdict. We have secured thousands of awards resulting in maximum disability benefits and lifetime medical care for our clients. Brent M. Thompson is Aggressive in court, Committed to you, and has been Successful for over 40 years.
The Brent M Thompson Difference
The M Factor
- Member of the California Bar Association since 1975
- Member of the Orange County Superior Court Personal Injury arbitration panel, serving as a Judge Pro Tem for about 10 years.
- Member of the California Applicants' Attorneys Association.
- Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
- Over 40 years of experience in negotiating settlements in both WCAB and Personal Injury cases.
- Secured thousands of jury verdicts for the maximum compensation awarded.
- Most notable verdict awarded; A settlement for the amount of $2.3 Million.
Recent Case Decisions

Marie H.
Structured Settlement
Before Judge Vincente Blas. Marie sustained injuries to her lower and upper back, shoulders, bilateral upper extremities, right lower extremity, right knee, and subsequently developed gastrointestinal problems and headaches. She settled her case as part of a structured settlement for a total value of $674,010.00.

Charles D.
Findings and Award
Before Judge Richard Brennan. Charles was awarded lifetime medical treatment for injuries to his neck, right shoulder, left shoulder, and heart, developing hypertension, nausea and gastrointestinal complaints. Finding that applicant was 100% totally permanently disabled providing for lifetime payments at the maximum rate. The present value of the total permanent disability payments is $396,108.00.

Jose Antonio J.
Stipulated Findings and Award
Before Judge Norman Delaterre. Jose Antonio suffered from neurological, psychological, and internal injuries as result of a catastrophic accident at work. The defendants stipulated to 100% permanent disability on the day of trial. The value of the total permanent disability was determined to be $1,700,000.00.