About Brian M. Jacobson

Brian M. Jacobson, Esq. brings seven years of Personal Injury experience to his role as Supervising Attorney, serving clients throughout California in English and Spanish . Recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star and as a member of the Million Dollar Advocate Forum , Brian's dedication to excellence is unwavering. A distinguished graduate of Syracuse Law , Brian holds a Juris Doctor, alongside a Master of Professional Studies from the State University of New York - College of Environmental Science and Forestry. With a background in Politics and Environmental Studies from the University of California Santa Cruz , Brian brings a unique perspective to his practice.

Brian's track record speaks volumes, having consistently delivered the highest annual prelitigation settlements at his previous firm. He achieved the first million-dollar settlement in the firm's history, highlighting his exceptional negotiation skills. His passion for law is evident in his co-authored publication , "Shrouded in Controversy: Evolution of the Right of Sepulcher," featured in the New York State Bar Association - Health Law Journal. Brian's professional philosophy revolves around providing steadfast advocacy for his clients, a principle reflected in his personal quote: "The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom…You never know what is enough until you know what is more than enough." - William Blake *4.9-star rating based on Google reviews of Wilshire Law Firm's Los Angeles Google Business Profile.

Proven verdicts and settlements at Wilshire Law Firm

These results are credited to Wilshire Law Firm. A result appears under an attorney's own name only when a published source names them as counsel on the case.

$35.3 millionVerdict

A Los Angeles jury awarded $35,285,942 to an 81-year-old man who suffered a spinal fracture and permanent injuries after a tractor-trailer rear-ended the vehicle he was riding in on Interstate 10.

Los Angeles County Superior Court (Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse, Long Beach) · 2022Truck AccidentsRead the full story →
$30 millionVerdict

A Los Angeles jury awarded $30 million in noneconomic damages in 2023 to Kenya Taylor, whose 6-year-old son was beaten to death by a Los Angeles Unified School District playground worker she had asked to watch him over winter break, and put 90 percent of the fault on the district. The Court of Appeal reversed in June 2025, holding that Education Code section 44808 made the district immune because the death happened off campus, and directed judgment for the district.

Los Angeles County Superior Court; Cal. Ct. App. 2d Dist., Div. 3, No. B333718 · 2023Wrongful DeathRead the full story →
$28.5 millionSettlement

An 11-year-old with an IEP requiring door-to-door transport was abandoned at the school curb by district staff, struck by a car on a four-lane road, and left with permanent brain damage; the $28.5 million settlement against Victor Elementary School District was the largest pedestrian accident settlement in California in 2019.

San Bernardino County Superior Court / Victorville · 2019Premises LiabilityRead the full story →
$13.87 millionVerdict

A Los Angeles jury awarded $13,872,900 to a 42-year-old motorcyclist who said a low-speed collision caused neck and groin injuries. In December 2025 the Court of Appeal vacated the judgment and ordered a new trial because the plaintiff disclosed a new medical expert seven days before trial.

Los Angeles County Superior Court · 2023Motorcycle AccidentsRead the full story →

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is unique and depends on its own facts.

Education

Syracuse Law
J.D.

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$47.41 million · Road Rage Chase That Killed Torrance Teen Ends in $61.7 Million Jury Verdict
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$122.5 Million Settlement for 124 Survivors of Police Activities League Volunteer Eric Uller
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$56.01 million · $1.04 Billion Roundup Verdict for Livermore Retiree With Brain Lymphoma

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is unique and depends on its own facts.