Business Details
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Redwood City, CA
Danko Meredith represents ordinary people injured due to corporate negligence, focusing on personal injury, wrongful death, and catastrophic accident cases. With over 35 years of experience, our Bay Area attorneys challenge powerful corporations and insurance companies, prioritizing client safety over profits. We specialize in complex litigation involving car accidents, explosions, plane crashes, and utility-related wildfires, maintaining a 99% success rate through thorough investigations and trial-ready strategies.Our contingency fee model ensures no upfront costs, and we leverage expert witnesses in economics, engineering, and medicine to strengthen cases. Recognized as one of America's Best Law Firms by U.S. News & World Report, we combine legal excellence with compassionate client support, guiding families through legal processes while holding wrongdoers accountable. Our team includes trial attorneys consistently ranked among California's elite, trusted by peers and judges for high-stakes litigation.
Services
Personal Injury
Car Accidents
Wrongful Death
Aviation Accidents
Utility Fire Litigation
Bicycle Accidents
Product Liability
Highlights and features
- 35 years of experience in complex personal injury litigation
- Contingency fee model with no upfront costs
- Access to expert witnesses in economics, engineering, and medicine
- 99% success rate in case outcomes
- Recognized as one of America's Best Law Firms by U.S. News
Associations and certifications
- U.S. News & World Report Best Law Firms
What people say
Exceptional legal services
Highly recommended
Professional and engaged
Incredible results
Compassionate and kind
Services
Personal Injury
Danko Meredith represents victims of corporate negligence in personal injury cases, specializing in burn injuries, spinal cord damage, and brain trauma. Our attorneys investigate accidents caused by unsafe products, vehicle collisions, and industrial disasters. With a 99% success rate, we secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain through settlements or trial verdicts.
Wrongful Death
We provide compassionate legal support for families who lost loved ones due to corporate misconduct. Our team handles cases involving utility fires, aviation accidents, and product failures. By proving negligence through expert testimony and document analysis, we recover damages for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering, including $25.8 million in a recent wrongful death verdict.
Utility Fire Litigation
Specializing in California wildfire cases, we hold utility companies accountable for negligence causing catastrophic fires. Our attorneys represent victims of the 2017 Napa Fire, 2025 LA Wildfires, and other disasters, recovering compensation for property loss and injuries. With expertise in utility regulations and fire science, we secure settlements like the $32.5 million wrongful death agreement in a foreign plane crash case.
Aviation Accidents
Our firm handles aviation disaster cases, including helicopter crashes and commercial plane accidents. We investigate mechanical failures, pilot error, and maintenance negligence to prove liability. Aviation clients have recovered $14.9 million in jury verdicts and $9.75 million in helicopter crash settlements, supported by expert witnesses in aerospace engineering and flight operations.
Car Accidents
Danko Meredith represents car accident victims injured by corporate negligence, including defective vehicles and unsafe road design. We analyze crash data, medical records, and witness testimony to establish fault. Our contingency fee model recovered $2.6 million for a client denied insurance coverage after a collision, ensuring access to critical medical care and financial stability.
People
Mike Danko
Trial Attorney
Award-winning personal injury lawyer with 35+ years of experience securing record settlements, including $35 million in real estate cases. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in trial advocacy and client representation.
Kristine Keala Meredith
Attorney
Dedicated personal injury advocate with expertise in utility fire litigation and catastrophic injury cases. Works closely with clients to explain complex legal processes while maintaining a 99% case success rate through meticulous evidence gathering.
Shawn R. Miller
Trial Attorney
Experienced trial lawyer specializing in aviation accidents and product liability cases. Known for compassionate client support and aggressive courtroom tactics that secured multi-million dollar verdicts in helicopter crash and medical device failure cases.
Bradford Bowen
Trial Attorney
Skilled litigator focusing on wrongful death and brain injury cases. Combines technical expertise with empathetic client communication, recently obtaining $20 million for a pedestrian injured in a utility explosion.
Jennifer Zarich
Trial Attorney
Specializes in catastrophic injury cases from corporate negligence, including spinal cord injuries and burn trauma. Recognized for securing $11 million in a passenger injury fire case through strategic settlement negotiations.
Questions
What types of cases does Danko Meredith handle?
We specialize in personal injury, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases from car accidents, utility fires, aviation disasters, and product liability. Our attorneys also handle wildfire litigation and helicopter crash cases.
How are legal fees structured?
We work on a contingency fee basis - no upfront costs. Fees are paid only if we win your case through settlement or trial verdict, ensuring accessible justice for all clients.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Redwood City, CA, we represent clients throughout California including San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles County, and wildfire-affected regions like Butte Fire and Camp Fire areas.
How long do cases typically take?
Most cases resolve between 18 months and 3 years from filing. However, we prepare every case for trial to maximize settlement value while maintaining flexibility for early resolution if beneficial.
What makes your firm different?
Our 99% success rate combines 35+ years of trial experience, access to top expert witnesses, and a proven track record against corporate defendants. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of America's Best Law Firms.
Can I get a free consultation?
Yes, we offer confidential free consultations to discuss your case. Contact us at 650.453.3600 or through our website to speak with an experienced Bay Area personal injury attorney.
