Business Details
7 Years
experience
Experienced Trial Attorneys for Justice & Compensation
Heaviside Reed Zaic is a national law firm founded on the principle of providing accessible, zealous legal representation to individuals harmed by corporate negligence. With offices in Southern California and Washington, D.C., our attorneys combine decades of experience in complex litigation, including pharmaceutical, medical device, environmental, and whistleblower cases. We specialize in product liability and mass tort litigation, leveraging our deep understanding of law, science, and national litigation management to advocate for clients nationwide.Our contingency fee model ensures clients pay nothing unless we secure a recovery, removing financial barriers to justice. We are committed to empowering clients through transparent communication, personalized guidance, and a relentless pursuit of accountability for corporate misconduct.
Services
Medtronic Insulin Pump Litigation
IVC Filter Cases
3M Combat Earplugs Claims
Paraquat Parkinson's Lawsuits
False Claims Act Whistleblower
Professional Liability Defense
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We work on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs.
- Our attorneys have decades of experience in national product liability litigation.
- We combine scientific expertise with aggressive advocacy in complex cases.
- We maintain an AV Preeminent rating for legal excellence and ethics.
- Our team has secured recoveries for clients in multi-district litigation nationwide.
Associations and certifications
- Best Attorneys in America
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100
Services
Medtronic Insulin Pump Litigation
We represent clients injured by defective Medtronic MiniMed 600 Series insulin pumps. Our attorneys analyze FDA reports, medical records, and manufacturer misconduct to build cases for compensation. We have direct experience with the Plum v. Medtronic litigation remanded to California courts. Clients pay nothing unless we secure a recovery through settlement or trial.
IVC Filter Litigation
Our firm investigates injuries from defective IVC filters including Bard Recovery, G2, and Cook Celect models. We document device complications like migration, fracture, and organ damage while challenging manufacturer defenses. We leverage national litigation experience to pursue compensation for medical expenses, pain, and wrongful death claims related to these dangerous devices.
3M Combat Earplugs Claims
We assist military veterans and service members suffering tinnitus and hearing loss from defective 3M Combat Arms earplugs. Our team proves product defects through military procurement records and expert testimony. We demonstrate how improper fit and design caused permanent auditory damage during service, seeking compensation for medical care and disability benefits.
Paraquat Parkinson's Lawsuits
Our attorneys represent farm workers and residents exposed to paraquat herbicide. We establish causation through environmental data, medical evidence, and scientific studies linking exposure to Parkinson's disease. We challenge agrochemical companies' safety claims while pursuing compensation for medical costs, lost income, and quality-of-life impacts from this preventable illness.
False Claims Act Whistleblower
We guide whistleblowers through complex False Claims Act cases involving healthcare fraud, defense contractor misconduct, and government procurement violations. Our attorneys protect client confidentiality while building cases that recover taxpayer funds. We ensure clients receive statutory rewards for exposing fraud against federal programs and contracts.
People
Michael Heaviside
Attorney
Michael Heaviside specializes in pharmaceutical and product liability litigation with 40+ years of experience. A former senior equity partner in Washington, D.C., he has led multi-district litigation in cases involving Zyprexa, Vioxx, and IVC filters. He holds an AV Preeminent rating and has been recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer.
Julia Reed Balzano
Attorney
Julia Reed Balzano combines legal and scientific expertise in mass tort litigation. A former researcher, she focuses on medical device and environmental exposure cases. She has served on discovery committees for major pharmaceutical litigations and represents clients nationwide in complex product liability matters.
Laura Smith Hatch
Attorney
Laura Smith Hatch advocates for individuals harmed by corporate misconduct. She specializes in pharmaceutical litigation and environmental torts, with a track record of challenging manufacturer negligence. She provides direct client representation while coordinating with national litigation teams for maximum case impact.
Questions
What types of cases does Heaviside Reed Zaic handle?
We specialize in product liability, pharmaceutical litigation, medical device cases, environmental exposure claims, and whistleblower lawsuits against corporations and government contractors.
How does the contingency fee arrangement work?
We only get paid if we win your case. Our fee comes from a percentage of your settlement or court award. If we lose, you pay nothing.
Can I file a claim for a defective medical device?
Yes. If you were injured by a defective product like IVC filters, insulin pumps, or combat earplugs, we can help investigate your claim and pursue compensation.
What is a Qui Tam whistleblower case?
Qui Tam cases allow private citizens to sue on behalf of the government for fraud. You may receive 15-30% of the government's recovery if your case succeeds.
How long do I have to file a Paraquat lawsuit?
Statutes of limitations vary by state but typically begin when you're diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Contact us immediately to preserve your legal rights.
Where are your offices located?
We have offices in Newport Beach, California and Washington, D.C., with national resources to represent clients in multi-state litigation across the United States.
