Michael D. Waks | Long Beach Personal Injury Lawyer
Michael D. Waks 
Animal Bite, Premises Liability, Mass Torts, Car Accident, Products Liability
- Law Office: Michael D. Waks Long Beach Personal Injury Lawyer & Car Accident Attorney
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- Law School: Southwestern University School of Law, J.D. 1982
- Status: In Good Standing
- Licensed: 41 years
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4470 Atlantic Ave Long Beach 90807 USDivorce & Family Law Estate Divorce
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3605 Long Beach Blvd Long Beach 90807 USAccident & Injury Employment Estate Immigration Lawsuit & Dispute
3515 Atlantic Ave #1023 Long Beach 90807 USWorkers' Compensation
4510 E Pacific Coast Hwy Long Beach 90804 USAccident & Injury Car Accident Slip & Fall Accident Animal Bite Personal Injury
4500 E Pacific Coast Hwy Long Beach 90804 USPersonal Injury Accident & Injury Bankruptcy & Debt Business
235 East Broadway Long Beach 90802 USCriminal Landlord-Tenant Felony DUI-DWI
100 Broadway Long Beach 90802 USEmployment Accident & Injury Lawsuit & Dispute Civil & Human Rights Workers' Compensation
301 East Ocean Blvd Long Beach 90802 US
introduction
My name is Michael Waks and I am a Long Beach Personal Injury Lawyer focused on the needs of people who have suffered because of someone else’s actions.
While still attending Southwestern University School of Law, I clerked for a big defense law firm that represented manufacturers of asbestos. I read the files and met the people whose lives were ruined by asbestos and I knew, for the rest of my career, I wanted to help people like them: the victims, not the perpetrators.
I have been doing just that for over 30 years. As soon as I passed the Bar I opened the Law Office of Michael D. Waks in Long Beach and began exclusively representing seriously injured accident victims. I decided to be a sole practitioner so I could handle every case personally. I understand clients are different and that in the wake of an accident their suffering will be unique, ranging from physical and financial to emotional.
QUESTIONNAIRE
My 85 year old client was involved in a horrific car crash. I vigorously litigated the case for 2 years and eventually resolved the matter for $4.875 Million thereby affording him all the funds he needs to be taken care of for the remainder of his years. His family was very relieved and happy with the results.
How did you build a successful practice?By treating every client as if they were family. I made sure to always respond quickly to all inquiries and made sure all of my clients always knew what was going on with their case.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?Experience. Knowledge of the specialty that is being handled. Empathy. Patience. Your Personal Injury Attorney needs to be aggressive, someone who does not back down when confronted with obstacles.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?It depends on the case. Local ordinances may be determinative of whether or not the client does or does not have a viable case.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?I can determine whether or not you have a case worth pursuing.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?1) the date of the accident 2) was the other party at fault 3) were you injured 4) did you have insurance on your car 5) was the other party insured 6) was a police report made 7) how much damage was there to your car 8) were there any witnesses to the accident
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?I am a sole practitioner. I handle your case personally, unlike most firms that hand your case over to a non lawyer employee for handling. I actually take my difficult cases to Trial, unlike most attorneys who are too afraid to try cases before a a jury.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?Getting Justice for my clients. Having them tell me at the end of the case, or often times while the case is going on, how much they appreciate my handling their case for them.
What are your other interests in addition to law?Scuba Diving. Snow skiing. Water skiing. Family.
Are you involved in your community?I am a Board Member of the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Charity.
Experience
| Position | Organization | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner | Law Office of Michael D. Waks | Long Beach, CA | Present |
Education
| School | Degree | Major | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern University School of Law | J.D. | Law School | 1982 |
| State University of New York at Albany | Bachelors | 1978 |
Admission
| State / Court | Date |
|---|---|
| California | 1982 |
Associations
- Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles | Member Public Relations Committee | 1985 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles | Member Government Relations Committee | 1985 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | 1982 - Present
American Bar Association | Member | 1982 - Present
State Bar of California | Member | 1982 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles | Member | 1982 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates Forum | Member | 1982 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of California | Member | 1982 - Present
Supreme Court of California | Admitted Attorney | 1982 - Present
The United States Supreme Court (9th Circuit) | Admitted Attorney | 1982 - Present
Honors & Awards
- Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell
LexisNexis Peer Review Rating (AV) | LexisNexis
Cases
John Doe V. Confidential
Settlement | $1,750,000Roberta Rodriguez vs Doe
Mediated Settlement | $750,000.00Mary Beth Ely v. Arnold Chol Kim, M.D. and Mobile Medical Examination Services, Inc.
Mediated Settlement | $1,515,000.00Steven Walker v. Sid Balkman Electrical Contractors Inc. and Ralph Rico Gonzalez
$900,000.00 | SettlementJane Doe v. Unnamed Nursing Home
$500,000.00 | Mediated Settlement
Publications
- Going Legal | Slip and Fall Cases | 2009
Office Hours
| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Additional Info
CA State Lawyer Additional Information: District: 2 DisciplinaryandRelatedActions: 5/8/2014 Public reproval with/duties 13-O-10876: 12/13/2013 Notice of Disc Charges Filed in SBCt 13-O-10876
Fee: Offering free consultation. Call today to learn more about my fee structure.
Service Type: Private
Language: English | Spanish
Update Date: 2016-03-24
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