Dr. Peter M. Schaeffer Esq. - Riverside, CA
Attorney at The Law Offices of Dr. Peter M. Schaeffer
Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Riverside, CA
6820 Indiana Ave. Suite 275 Riverside, CA 92506
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Riverside Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Updated: 06/17/2026
Areas of Practice
- Workers' Compensation
Attorney Information
Overview
At The Law Offices of Dr. Peter M. Schaeffer in Riverside, California, we handle matters of workers’ compensation. Through our aggressive advocacy, we ensure that your rights are protected and you are given the compensation you deserve. Additionally, we handle all cases of disability, providing our empathetic and client-centric representation to clients in the Riverside metropolitan area. With over three decades of legal experience, our team can provide you with the right counsel to reach your goals.
Our attorneys have extensive experience and a thorough understanding of how the state's workers' compensation program applies to each of their clients' specific situations. Benefits, such as medical care and temporary or permanent disability, may be available to workers who sustain occupational injuries, but getting them can be difficult. We guide clients through the intricacies of the state's workers' compensation program, assisting them in obtaining the proof and documentation required to substantiate their claims and completing the relevant paperwork.
We understand a litigation process can be overwhelming, especially when you aren’t kept informed about the proceedings. In order to eliminate any feeling of confusion on your part, our attorneys prioritize communication to keep you in the loop. This way you can understand where you stand in your case and what we can do to better your situation. Throughout the entire claims process, we look out for our clients' interests and work to ensure they receive the benefits they require and are entitled to.
At The Law Offices of Dr. Peter M. Schaeffer, we strive to give our clients a voice and assist them in maximizing their benefits. We build trusting relationships with the people we represent and collaborate closely with them to find solutions that meet their short-term and long-term needs and objectives. Recognizing the financial strain, we provide free initial consultations and take credit cards so you can concentrate on recovery while we get you the compensation you are due.
Awards and Honors
Awards
Honors
- Workers Compensation Specialist, University of California Riverside, 2007 - Present
- Certificate from Trial Lawyers College - Gerry Spence, 2005 - Present
- Specialization in Workers Compensation, University of California Riverside, 2003 - Present
- Training for Temporary Judges, Palm Springs Superior Court, 2001 - Present
- Trial Advocacy, Hastings College of Law, 1999 - Present
Education
Legal Education
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California Southern Law School,
Riverside,
California, 1985
J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
Non Legal Education
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University of Southern California,
Los Angeles,
California, 1970
Doctorate
Major: Pharmacy -
Columbia University College of Pharmacy,
New York,
New York
Major: Pharmacy -
Columbia University,
New York,
New York
Honors: Attended, 1965-1968
Major: Pharmacology - New York Institute of Technology, 1964 to 1965
Current Employment Position(s)
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Sole Practitioner
Past Positions
- Schaeffer Motors, C.E.O., 1982 - 1995
- The Schaeffer Company, Broker - Owner at ERA, 1980 - 1983
- Towne Pharmacies, Pharmacist Owner, 1975 - 1982
References
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Martindale - Hubbell
Representative Cases
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Sethi v. Singh Chevrolet
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Chavez v. Interstate Brands
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Firm has completed over 3,000 successful cases
Published Works
Articles
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Three Ways to Settle Your Workers Compensation Claim, Your Workers Comp Claim, 2006
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What is At Will Employment, Employment and Earnings, 1997
Bar Admissions
- California, 1996
- U.S. District Court Central District of California, 1996
- U.S. District Court Southern District of California, 1996
Other Affiliations
- California State Bar (Member)
- Riverside County Bar Association (Member)
- Barristers (Member)
- San Bernadino County Bar Association (Member)
- Desert Bar Association (Member)
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Contact
6820 Indiana Ave.
Suite 275
Riverside, CA 92506
Phone Number: 951-289-3448
Fax Number: 866-343-6256
Email: Send a message
Hours: M-F: 8AM-5PM
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