Business Details
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Redwood City, CA
Danko Meredith represents ordinary people injured due to corporate negligence, specializing in personal injury cases involving severe injuries or wrongful death. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys take on powerful corporations, insurance companies, and government agencies, leveraging a 99% success rate through trial-ready strategies and expert witness networks. We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients pay nothing unless we secure compensation.Our firm prioritizes personalized legal representation, guiding clients through complex litigation while advocating for systemic accountability. Recognized as one of America's Best Law Firms by U.S. News & World Report, we combine trial expertise with a commitment to client support and community impact.
Services
Personal Injury Claims
Wrongful Death Cases
Truck Accident Representation
Bicycle Accident Litigation
Aviation Accident Cases
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 99% success rate in personal injury litigation
- Our contingency fee model ensures zero upfront costs for clients
- We work with leading expert witnesses in economics, engineering, and medicine
- Our attorneys have decades of experience handling complex trial cases
- Mike Danko personally oversees every case from start to finish
Associations and certifications
- U.S. News & World Report Best Law Firms
What people say
Incredible results
Professional and engaged
Proactive work
Compassionate and kind
Best representation available
Services
Personal Injury Claims
We represent victims of corporate negligence and accidents resulting in severe injuries. Our attorneys investigate causes, gather evidence, and pursue compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain. With a 99% success rate, we combine trial preparation with strategic negotiations to maximize client recovery.
Wrongful Death Cases
Our firm handles wrongful death litigation arising from fatal accidents. We assist families in seeking accountability for losses caused by negligence, including workplace incidents, vehicle collisions, and utility wildfires. We secure compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional trauma while holding responsible parties accountable.
Truck Accident Representation
We advocate for victims of commercial truck collisions, investigating driver negligence, maintenance failures, and corporate liability. Our team pursues compensation for catastrophic injuries like spinal cord damage and traumatic brain injuries, challenging trucking companies' attempts to avoid responsibility through comprehensive legal strategies.
Bicycle Accident Litigation
Our attorneys represent cyclists injured due to driver negligence or hazardous road conditions. We secure verdicts against state agencies for roadway defects and pursue claims for medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs, ensuring cyclists receive fair compensation for preventable accidents.
Aviation Accident Cases
We handle aviation disaster litigation involving commercial and private aircraft. Our firm investigates mechanical failures, pilot error, and regulatory violations to pursue compensation for crash survivors and families of victims, leveraging expert aviation specialists to build compelling cases against manufacturers and operators.
People
Mike Danko
Lead Attorney
Mike Danko personally oversees every case, bringing decades of trial experience in personal injury litigation. Recognized for securing landmark verdicts against corporations, he combines strategic courtroom preparation with compassionate client advocacy to achieve justice for injury victims.
Shawn R. Miller
Trial Attorney
Shawn R. Miller specializes in complex personal injury cases, known for his meticulous case preparation and client communication. His expertise in evidence gathering and negotiation has secured millions in compensation for clients injured through no fault of their own.
Bradford Bowen
Trial Attorney
Bradford Bowen focuses on catastrophic injury litigation, with a track record of successful verdicts in transportation and industrial accidents. He advocates for clients through rigorous investigation and courtroom advocacy, ensuring corporations face accountability for preventable harm.
Jennifer Zarich
Trial Attorney
Jennifer Zarich represents victims of severe accidents, specializing in cases involving roadway defects and commercial vehicle collisions. Her client-centered approach combines legal expertise with dedicated support to navigate complex litigation processes effectively.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury cases including car accidents, truck collisions, aviation disasters, utility wildfires, and wrongful death claims across California.
How does your contingency fee arrangement work?
You pay no upfront fees. We only collect attorney fees if we secure compensation through settlement or trial verdict, ensuring accessible legal representation for all clients.
Can I afford legal representation for my injury case?
Yes. Our contingency fee model eliminates financial barriers, allowing victims to pursue justice without upfront costs or ongoing legal expenses.
What is the statute of limitations for injury claims in California?
Most personal injury claims must be filed within two years of the accident date, while wrongful death claims have a two-year window from the date of death.
How do you handle cases against large corporations?
We prepare every case for trial, leveraging expert witnesses and comprehensive evidence to counter corporate legal teams, ensuring clients receive fair compensation through negotiation or verdict.
