With many years of courtroom experience, Mr. Kohanbash can deliver exceptional representation. We are confident that the Accident Defenders can take care of our client’s needs and get them the maximum compensation for their injuries. If you have been injured on the job or suffered a work-related illness, you can count on our aggressive lawyers and staff to help you obtain the highest value for your claim. At the Accident Defenders, we have helped numerous clients obtain workers’ compensation benefits. However, our office’s “secret sauce” is our team of lawyers. In fact, our founding partner, Joshua R. Kohanbash Esq. was an insurance defense attorney for over half a decade. Kohanbash worked for various insurance carriers and employers defending multi-million dollar claims. He switched sides to find the human element in legal representation. Representing injured employees has been his newfound passion.

Alfred Wiseman is a practicing lawyer serving Long Beach, CA and the surrounding areas.

Itamar "Eddie" Tehrani, founder of State Law Firm, worked his way up the chain of command in several different law offices in Los Angeles. Ranging from personal injury, to civil litigation, Mr. Tehrani has had the opportunity to be exposed to different fields of law. As such, the years of training, learning, and experience has led Mr. Tehrani to become a confident sole practitioner. Although well-versed and experienced in personal injury law, Mr. Tehrani also enjoys assisting consumers who have issues ranging from bankruptcy, to consumer debt relief, landlord/tenant dispute, lemon law, and insurance law pertaining to claims.

As the driving force behind Moorpark Law Group, Ike Orjiakor has been an indispensable pillar of the firm since its inception. Ike has degrees in Political Science and Law from the California State University Northridge and the University of California, Davis, respectively. Ike’s thorough case assessments and exemplary management skills deliver rewarding experiences for his clients. He has received recognition for his work such as being included on TopVerdict’s list of the top 100 plaintiff’s jury verdicts in Los Angeles County for the year of 2022 and top 100 plaintiff’s settlements obtained in California for the year of 2023. He prides himself on taking a hands on approach and prioritizing communication and personal connection with each of his clients. Rest assured, you will be communicating directly with Ike as our law firm resolves your matter. Outside work, Ike enjoys listening to Soul & R&B records on his turntable, long-distance running, community work with minorities, and most importantly, spending quality time with his family and friends.

Karen Jacobs has been practicing law for almost 20 years. She graduated from Loyola Law School and has been trained as a mediator. Prior to becoming a plaintiffs' attorney, Karen Jacobs was in-house counsel for one of the largest insurance companies in Southern California, giving her insight into how cases are evaluated and making her uniquely positioned to get the highest possible settlement for her clients. Karen has been a vocal advocate for clients in all phases of litigation. As a result of her skill and tenacity, she has a very high trial success rate. In her spare time Karen enjoys spending time with her husband and children and doing probono legal work for underprivileged children, the elderly, and immigrant families.

Reina Resnik received her Bachelor’s degree in English literature, from University of California, Los Angeles in 1986. Ms. Resnik received her Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School in 1991. Ms. Resnik is currently a member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and California Employment Law Association. Admitted to practice law by the State Bar of California in 1992. She speaks Spanish and Hebrew and is actively involved in various cultural and charitable organizations in Los Angeles County.

Mr. Sapir attended California State University, Northridge and graduated with a BA in Political Science, and graduated from Southwestern Law School with Juris Doctorate degree. He is a member of the California Bar, the United States District Court Bar, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal bar and the United States Supreme Court bar. Mr. Sapir’s practice is primarily civil litigation, with an emphasis on personal injury cases. Mr. Sapir has handled personal injury cases on behalf of clients since he was admitted to the California Bar in 2012 and has extensive experience handling such cases from A-Z. Through Mr. Sapir’s experience, he saw that clients deserved more time, attention, and an attorney who truly cared about their case. He is dedicated to obtaining the best possible resolution for injury victims and their families.

Arianne is a graduate of both the University of Washington as well as Southwestern Law School. Before attending law school, Arianne also worked for a few years as a paralegal to gain experience in the field. Since graduating from law school, Arianne has spent the past eight years working in personal injury law as a perceptive and tenacious attorney who is dedicated to obtaining the best possible resolution for injured victims and their families. Indeed, Arianne’s dedication to her clients goes beyond professional obligations. She treats each client with the same care and attention she would give to a close friend or family member, ensuring that people from all walks of life are fairly compensated for their injuries, whether that be through litigation or settling. Originally born in the Philippines, Arianne is also able to work with clients in Tagalog if they prefer. In her free time, Arianne enjoys traveling, sports and live events, discovering new restaurants, as well as hiking and yoga.

Ms. Ballon has practiced civil litigation since 2003. She has a wide range of experience, primarily in representing clients in catastrophic personal injury and workers’ compensation matters. She has worked for both the defense bar, briefly working for one of the major insurance companies, and now for many years for plaintiff’s bar. She is a Partner with our firm.

Kyle Valero is a powerhouse in personal injury law, renowned for his aggressive courtroom presence, tactical case strategies, and unmatched results. Since passing the bar in 2019, Kyle has secured over $500 million in settlements for injury victims throughout California, including landmark victories in auto accidents, commercial vehicle collisions, motorcycle and scooter crashes, and other catastrophic injury cases. A top graduate from Whittier Law School in 2018, Kyle combines sharp legal acumen with relentless client advocacy, making him one of California’s most sought-after trial lawyers. Known for shifting the balance of power away from billion-dollar insurance companies to the injured, Kyle’s results speak for themselves—and so do the lives he’s changed.