The Desert’s Father & Son Legal Team
Law Office of Sklar & Sklar
Welcome to The Law Office of Sklar and Sklar, a father-son law firm located in Indian Wells, dedicated to putting you at the center of everything we do. Our mission is to provide exceptional legal services tailored to your unique needs, ensuring that you feel prioritized and supported every step of the way.
We specialize in a range of legal areas, including medical malpractice, personal injury, elder abuse, civil and real estate litigation, probate and trust administration, and estate planning. At Sklar and Sklar, your goals are our goals. We take the time to understand your individual situation and work tirelessly to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.
With a proven track record of securing millions of dollars for our clients, we are known for our aggressive representation and commitment to your case. Scott and Bryan Sklar bring extensive experience in various legal matters, allowing us to provide focused and effective support. As a boutique firm, we intentionally limit the number of cases we take on, ensuring that our full resources are dedicated to you and your case without compromise.
We pride ourselves on being hands-on, accessible, and responsive. Many of our clients come to us through referrals from other attorneys and satisfied past clients, which speaks volumes about our reputation in the community. If you’ve been injured, wronged, or need legal guidance, we invite you to reach out to us. Your needs are our top priority, and we are here to help.
Thank you for visiting our webpage. We encourage you to explore our past successes and read the testimonials from our satisfied clients. We proudly serve clients throughout Riverside County and San Bernardino County, including Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, La Quinta, Indian Wells, Indio, Coachella, Joshua Tree, Morongo, Banning, Desert Hot Springs, Beaumont, Moreno Valley, Thousand Palms, Bermuda Dunes, and Twentynine Palms. Contact us today to discuss how we can assist you.
“I was referred to Sklar & Sklar on a trust matter. Thank goodness! Bryan Sklar could not have been better. We were in trial for 6 weeks, and we won!! Throughout the entire process, Bryan was very open, honest and patient with me. I had a lot of questions and concerns, as you can well imagine. He took all the time needed to help me understand the issues, the processes and the timing of everything. It has been a long road, but through it all, I always knew he was there taking care of me. He is conscientious, making sure everything is done properly and professionally. He communicates when anything happened, so I knew exactly what was going on and what was going to happen. I was treated with respect and kindness, and felt I was part of team trying to get through a difficult time. Bryan is truly a gem. It is my pleasure to write this review, and I would like everyone to know how hard this man works for his clients. You could not be in better hands!”
– Client, L.R.
Scott Sklar’s journey began in Brooklyn, New York, raised by his devoted single mother. As a senior in high school, he moved to the Los Angeles area, where he met his beloved wife, Joan, whom he has been married to since 1977. Scott’s passion for law blossomed at UCLA, leading him to the San Fernando Valley School of Law. After being licensed to practice in 1982, he gained valuable experience in various legal departments, focusing on Civil Litigation, Real Estate Matters, and Personal Injury cases, including those involving serious injuries and wrongful death.
In 1990, Scott and his family settled in Palm Springs, California, where he has since cultivated a strong connection with the community. He dedicated years to pro bono work for the Cathedral City Senior Center, reinforcing his commitment to helping those in need. Over the years, Scott has built a reputation for compassionate advocacy, ensuring that his clients feel valued and understood.
In 2007, Scott’s son, Bryan, joined him in practice, marking the beginning of a new chapter for their family law firm. Bryan’s legal journey was enriched by learning constitutional law from Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in a summer program in Nice, France. Like his father, Bryan has a heart for service, dedicating years of pro bono service with the Palm Desert Senior Center to support those in his community.
At the Sklar Law Office, we treat our clients like family. Scott and Bryan work closely with each client, meticulously investigating and preparing for their unique situations to achieve the best possible results. We invite you to learn more about our family and our commitment to serving yours. Click on our profiles to explore our recent case successes and read heartfelt testimonials from those we've had the privilege to help.
MEDICATION ERROR
Decedent presented to defendant hospital’s emergency room in mild distress with shortness of breath. Decedent did not appear to be acutely ill. Defendant doctor ordered excessive anticoagulation therapy for a presumed massive pulmonary embolism, which did not exist. Patient ultimately died of a cerebral hemorrhage due to over anticoagulation therapy. Domestic Partner, client, brought action against defendant hospital, emergency room physician and hospitalist for wrongful death.
Case Result: High Six Figure Settlement following Plaintiff’s C.C.P. § 998 Offer To Compromise.
MOTORCYCLE VS. AUTO WRONGFUL DEATH
Client, a dependent surviving mother, sued a driver in a fatal vehicle accident in Santa Monica, California resulting in the death of her daughter. Client’s daughter was riding her motorcycle on a public street when defendant driver made an illegal u-turn in front of the motorcycle causing motorcycle to broadside the vehicle, killing Client’s daughter.
Case Result: Seven Figure Settlement.
CHALLENGE TO CARETAKERS GIFTS
Clients, relatives of a wealthy elderly single man who passed away (“Decedent”), filed a lawsuit against two hired caretakers for undue influence under Probate Code Section 21380. Decedent was an elder as defined in Welfare and Institutions Code § 15610.27, and was a dependent adult as defined in Probate Code § 21366 and Welfare and Institutions Code § 15610.23. Decedent was primarily bedridden during the approximate last year of his life. Decedent was physically handicapped, unable to walk or ambulate, and required a wheel chair or other assistive devices. Furthermore, Decedent was dependent on and required the help of hired care custodians to provide health or social services to Settlor, including, but not limited to: grocery shopping, banking, travel, assistance with finances, medication administration, cooking and household cleaning, among other things. Client’s sought to invalidate provision of an amendment in Decedent’s trust which provided 50% of the residue of a trust to go to his caretakers. This amendment was executed by Decedent approximately four months before Decedent’s death. The estimated value of this 50% interest in Decedent’s trust was approximately $1,000,000.00.
Case Result: Judgment against Caretaker #1, whose interest in the trust was terminated. Nominal settlement with Caretaker #2 which provided the vast majority of challenged assets to pass to the family.
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