Hayward Trial Attorneys

Hayward, known as the “Heart of the Bay,” is a central East Bay city with a diverse community, expanding tech sector, and major transportation links. Its position along key transit routes makes Hayward both accessible and accident-prone — with frequent injuries involving drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Key safety facts about Hayward:

• Interstate 880 and Interstate 238 run directly through Hayward and are responsible for many serious multi-vehicle and commercial trucking accidents.
• Mission Boulevard and Jackson Street (SR-92) are notorious for high accident rates, especially near schools and retail centers.
• The South Hayward and Downtown BART stations contribute to high foot traffic and increase pedestrian and rideshare injury claims.
• Hayward has a high volume of motorcycle and e-scooter usage, with accidents frequently occurring near Cal State East Bay and Foothill Boulevard.
• Unmarked crosswalks and older road design make parts of Hayward more dangerous for seniors and children on foot.

Originally part of the land grant Rancho San Lorenzo, Hayward began to take shape in the mid-1800s, when William Hayward opened a hotel along what became a major stagecoach route. By the early 20th century, Hayward grew into a manufacturing and agricultural center, known for producing canned fruits and dairy. Its modern identity as a transportation and education hub emerged with the development of freeways and BART, but like many East Bay cities, its aging infrastructure has struggled to keep pace with population and development.

Call-outs for Hayward:

• Freeway Trucking Accidents on I-880 & 238
• Pedestrian Injuries near BART Stations
• Motorcycle & Scooter Accidents
• Slip and Falls in Retail Plazas
• Wrongful Death Claims on Mission Boulevard

If you’ve been struck in a dangerous crosswalk or rear-ended on the freeway, our Hayward personal injury attorneys are here to get results — and justice.