Areas of Practice
Insurance defense LITIGATION
Choosing experienced, communicative, successful, cost effective counsel does not need to be a mystery. Our civil litigation defense attorneys defend insureds in lawsuits stemming from two person automobile accidents to complex multi-party wrongful death actions. Our litigation teams have combined decades of experience leading to countless successes. Communication remains a primary focus throughout the litigation process. Each matter is continually reevaluated for liability, valuation, strategy, and settlement opportunity throughout the matter's life. While we understand not all matters require trial, when necessary, our experienced trial attorneys are ready for the next case.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Ideas, tangible or not, are the most important things to protect in today’s competitive creative market. With so many channels and constantly replenishing feeds to watch out for, tracing the ownership and originality of a design, brand name, or invention needs the laser-focused eye of a trained attorney. We’ll handle the search, application, and filing process of trademarks and copyrights. And if your idea has been infringed upon, our litigation team will negotiate the best possible licensing and settlement agreements. Learn more about our IP services.
civil litigation
Litigation is our passion. Our clients' success is our primary goal. Our litigation teams have handled countless litigated matters from inception through trial. We welcome all types of litigated matters, including but not limited to breach of contract, bad faith, personal injury, slip and fall, governmental claims, catastrophic injuries, multi-party litigation, products defect, product liability, commercial litigation, defamation, employment litigation, and other forms of litigation.
AED LITIGATION
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) undoubtedly save lives. However, resultant litigation from non-use or misuse is rapidly challenging existing laws and prompting revision of others. Our attorneys have successfully defended AED-related litigation resulting in defense for our client. AED implementation and use impacts nearly all businesses, health clubs, recreational facilities, office buildings, and other locations. You want counsel who understands this area, counsel who has prevailed, and counsel who has the resources to obtain a successful result. We can guide you through these difficult, and potentially costly cases.
Employment litigation defense
Uniform Domain-Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP)
underinsured / uninsured (um/uim) motorist
Underinsured / Uninsured Motorists (UM/UIM) claims present unique challenges to defense counsel and carriers alike. Properly handling the claims from intake to settlement and/or arbitration is critical. Only experienced attorneys who understand the nuances of this area of law should handle these claims. Our attorneys have handled hundreds of UM/UIM claims to settlement and/or arbitration. We have the know how to navigate initial valuation, discovery, settlement and/or final binding arbitration for these claim.
TRUCKING / TRANSPORTATION
Transportation industries are unique within coverage and litigation. Nuances in various trucking and/or transportation industries are important considerations; lack of knowledge of these nuances may be highly detrimental to any action in these industries. Our counsel is highly versed in regulations and state laws pertaining to the transportation industry. We have defended lawsuits for major trucking firms involving catastrophic loss with numerous success. Additionally, we provide insurance coverage services for insurers ensuring losses that should be resolved are resolved and those that should not, are handled appropriately.
hospitality LIABILITY & RISK
Hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues and public spaces all invoke specific areas of law and unique challenges in litigation. Combining decades of experience, Straus Meyers, LLP can handle all litigation related to these industries and offer advice to prevent future costly litigation.
PRODUCTS LIABILITY
When products fail, are improperly designed, or improperly manufactured, significant injury can occur. We have litigated multi-party products liability cases involving substantial expert work and scientific testing to success. Products cases require expertise above and beyond general litigation, we have that expertise. Representative cases include failed automobile wheels, failed gym equipment, and failed automobile safety systems.
real estate
BUSINESS-BUSINESS DISPUTE
trucking coverage
Public Entity Civil Defense Litigation
insurance Coverage
Insurance coverage is a primary practice area we are both passionate about and enjoy. Insurance claims may be complex, involved a multitude of legal intricacies and nuances, and may represent a novel area of law. Our coverage counsel have provided opinions for multi-million dollar claims, evaluated efficient proximate cause issues, obtained settlements for catastrophic multi-insured claims, and evaluated complex pro-rata apportionment issues. We keep abreast of new insurance laws, regulations, insurance developments, and novel insurance cases. We are thorough, will work with you throughout the process, and will provide reliable, supported, and consistent results in both a timely and cost effective manner.
examinations under oath
Examinations Under Oath (EUO) are a critical and powerful tool to any insurer. An EUO is the penultimate tool to determine the nature and extent of a claim; potential insured misrepresentation; and gateway to additional investigative avenues. Our attorneys have a combined experience of conducting thousands of Examinations Under Oath and Statements Under Oath. Our attorneys have worked with the largest, most respected insurers in the country for their EUO needs and done so in a cost effective manner. No other firm possesses the experience, meticulous handling, volume capacity, and adaptability of Straus Meyers, LLP.
BAD FAITH
Our experienced defense attorneys have navigated the treacherous waters of bad faith litigation with great success for our clients. Bad faith claims may expose carriers to significant extra contractual payments, punitive damages, and severe reputational harm. Experienced, knowledgeable, and creative defense counsel is most critical for bad faith litigation-we can provide that.
AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES
Autonomous vehicles are here and here to stay. Liability insurance as presently understood is changing to adapt to new autonomous automobiles, trucks, ships, and aerial drones. This area of law is rapidly changing and requires counsel with the dedication to keep abreast of developments and the drive to be the predominate autonomous vehicle litigation firm in California.