Gomez Trial Attorneys

Patrick Hughes

Senior Trial Attorney

Patrick Hughes is a senior trial lawyer at Gomez Trial Attorneys, where he represents victims of serious personal injury, survivors of sexual abuse, and families coping with the wrongful death of a loved one. For over a decade, Patrick has dedicated his practice to fighting for people who have suffered catastrophic harm, holding negligent individuals, companies, and institutions accountable. His practice spans a wide range of case types, including but not limited to trucking accidents, products liability, civil rights violations, workplace and construction accidents, medical malpractice, and premises liability, and no matter how complex the case, Patrick brings the same relentless preparation and attention to detail to every client he represents.
 
Patrick is known for his tenacious advocacy and his ability to secure meaningful results for clients facing life-altering circumstances. He has tried cases to verdict in both Pennsylvania and California courts, and he prepares every case as if it is going to trial. This approach means clients get a lawyer who is ready to fight for full and fair compensation, not one looking to settle quickly or for less than a case is worth. Patrick believes that real advocacy means listening closely to each client’s story, understanding what they’ve lost, and standing beside them at every stage, from investigation and negotiation through trial, if that’s what it takes to get justice.
 
Recent Settlements:
 
Fraternity Wrongful Death: $3,900,000
This wrongful death case involved heavily contested liability issues arising from an incident connected to a fraternity event at an Airbnb property, with the defense aggressively disputing fault. At one point in the litigation, there were over 40 defendants involved. Despite the contentious liability battle, Patrick secured a $3.9 million settlement for the family.
 
Sexual Abuse Against a School District: $2,600,000
This case involved claims on behalf of a survivor of sexual abuse against a school district, which refused to offer any settlement prior to litigation being filed. Patrick filed suit and, through strong litigation, forced the school district to resolve the case, resulting in a $2.6 million settlement.
 
Wrongful Death Auto Accident: $1,600,000 (Policy Limits)
This wrongful death case arose from a fatal auto incident. Patrick forced the insurance company into an early settlement, securing the full policy limits of $1.6 million within just a few months of taking on the family’s representation.
 
Third-Party Workplace Negligence: $1,400,000
This case involved a serious injury sustained by a worker due to the negligence of a third party at his job site, requiring multiple surgeries. Patrick secured a $1.4 million settlement on the client’s behalf.
 
Day Care Child Abuse: $1,050,000 (Policy Limits)
This case involved severe burn injuries sustained by an infant at a day care center. Patrick litigated the case all the way up to the point of trial, at which point the defense was forced to pay the full policy limits of $1,050,000.
 
Born and raised in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Patrick earned his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University and his law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. He has been a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania since 2015 and in California since 2021.
Before joining Gomez Trial Attorneys, Patrick started and ran his own personal injury law firm in Pennsylvania, recovering millions of dollars for critically injured clients between 2015 and 2022. He also served part-time as an Assistant City Solicitor for the City of Scranton.
Outside the courtroom, Patrick enjoys traveling, golfing, basketball, and skiing.
 
Admitted in:
  • Pennsylvania (2015)
  • California (2021)
  • U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
  • U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Professional Memberships:
  • Consumer Attorneys of California
  • Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
  • San Diego Lawyers Club

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  • “John helped me find doctors, he referred me to his neurologist, his physical therapist, I mean, anything I needed he was right there, every step of the way. I couldn’t have asked for a better result from all of this, I would absolutely recommend Gomez Trial Attorneys.”

  • “During the time I was working with Gomez Trial Attorneys, they treated me very, very well. 100% of the time, they believed me, and they were very compassionate. They felt sorry for what happened and they understood the therapy process.”

  • “They held my hand the whole time and kept me in the loop every aspect of my case which was very refreshing to me. They helped me get my settlement offer as fast as possible and I was able to keep my farm”

  • “The Gomez experience was the best experience it could be for me really, only positive things to say. They really were there every step if the way. Thanks to Gomez Trial Attorneys my dad is able to support my family as a single father”

  • “He opened the door for me to join his firm to help other brain Injury survivors and I never met another firm who is like this who was so understanding and caring who took the extra step and walked the extra mile with their clients and this is the best”

  • “I am very satisfied with the outcome with Gomez and I would definitely recommend Gomez to anybody, we tell people all the time, Get Gomez! They are really thorough with everything and they make you feel real comfortable.”

  • “Just helped us through, guided us through, I kept notes all those years, we had questions all the time and they would always keep us informed of what was going on. They just unlayered it, layer by layer, I’ve never seen anything like them. Thank God for them.”

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