Attorney

Taylor Ernst

San Luis Obispo, CA

About Taylor

Taylor Ernst is recognized throughout the state as a brain injury trial specialist. With the recent award of the 2020 CCTLA Trial Lawyer of the Year for a brain injury verdict, Taylor has made it his mission to teach how he approaches brain injury cases to other lawyers. Taylor Ernst has established himself as a preeminent authority in traumatic brain injury (TBI) litigation, earning recognition as California Lawyer Attorney of the Year by the Daily Journal in 2024. His innovative approach and commitment to scientific excellence recently resulted in a landmark $63 million verdict against Chevron, recognized among the Top Verdicts of 2023. The Daily Journal has also named him to their prestigious Top 40 Under 40 list, complementing his national recognition from the National Trial Lawyers (NTL) Top 40 Under 40. At the core of Taylor’s practice lies an unwavering commitment to scientific rigor and medical expertise. His extensive personal library, comprising peer-reviewed articles, medical texts, and cutting-edge TBI research, reflects his dedication to evidence-based practice. This comprehensive knowledge base ensures that every case evaluation is grounded in current medical science and empirical evidence. His expertise has reached over 20,000 professionals across the legal and medical communities, establishing him as a nationally recognized authority in the field. Taylor’s groundbreaking initiative, The Manhattan Project, sets new standards in trial strategy through its innovative approach to litigation against powerful opponents. While the project’s specifics remain confidential, its methodologies have transformed the field’s landscape. His practice emphasizes establishing genuine damages through medical evidence and proven methodology, providing opposing counsel and claims professionals with clear, scientifically-supported documentation to understand the full scope of damages and make informed decisions. As the author of “The Ernst Way,” a comprehensive 300-page TBI litigation guide (currently available by invite only), Taylor continues to shape the future of TBI litigation. His popular podcast, TBI Lawyer Secrets, shares invaluable insights drawn from his extensive experience, extending his influence beyond the courtroom and throughout the legal community. Through regular presentations and educational initiatives, Taylor advances the scientific understanding of TBI cases within the legal profession. His methodologies have not only earned him prestigious recognition but have also established new standards for valuing TBI cases at trial. His work demonstrates that when scientific rigor meets skilled advocacy, justice becomes achievable even against the most formidable opponents.