Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation for Business Needs
Our firm has built a reputation for delivering high-quality legal representation to businesses and organizations throughout Northern California. We specialize in workers' compensation defense, commercial real estate law, employment and labor law, subrogation, and complex litigation matters. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in representing insurance carriers, public agencies, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers. We distinguish ourselves through thorough case preparation, risk minimization strategies, and a commitment to achieving cost-effective resolutions. Our team handles all phases of legal proceedings, from initial investigations to appellate representation, while maintaining personalized attention to each client's unique needs.We actively engage in educational outreach, providing case law updates and compliance training to help clients navigate evolving legal landscapes. With a focus on partnership and responsiveness, we serve clients ranging from large corporations to small businesses and public entities. Our practice extends across Sacramento and surrounding regions, combining local expertise with broad legal capabilities. We maintain a streamlined approach to legal services while upholding the highest standards of professional conduct. Our track record of success in complex cases demonstrates our ability to protect client interests and achieve favorable outcomes.
Services
Workers' Compensation Defense
Commercial Real Estate Law
Employment & Labor Law
Subrogation
Labor Code 132a Defense
Serious Misconduct Defense
Public Agency Representation
Insurance Fraud Investigation
Appellate Litigation
Compliance Training
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of experience in workers' compensation defense and complex litigation
- Our attorneys handle cases at all levels before WCAB and Court of Appeals
- We provide personalized legal strategies for public agencies and private businesses
- Our team delivers specialized expertise in Labor Code 132a and subrogation matters
- We combine local knowledge with comprehensive legal resources across Northern California
Services
Workers' Compensation Defense
We provide comprehensive defense representation for employers and insurance carriers in workers' compensation cases. Our attorneys handle all phases from initial investigations to appellate proceedings, focusing on risk minimization and cost-effective resolutions. With extensive experience before WCAB and the Court of Appeals, we protect client interests in complex claims involving insurance fraud, employment disputes, and regulatory compliance.
Commercial Real Estate Law
Our firm represents property owners, developers, and investors in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions. We handle acquisition, financing, development, and disposition matters while providing strategic legal guidance. Our experience covers complex contractual negotiations, title issues, and regulatory compliance to ensure smooth real estate transactions for clients across Northern California.
Employment & Labor Law
We offer comprehensive employment law solutions addressing workplace regulations, personnel issues, and compliance requirements. Our services include handling discrimination claims, employment contracts, and workplace safety regulations. We help businesses navigate complex labor laws while protecting their interests in disputes involving hiring, termination, and workplace conditions.
Subrogation
Our subrogation practice focuses on recovering costs for insurance carriers through civil litigation. We handle cases arising from industrial accidents, construction incidents, and product defects. By acting promptly to preserve evidence and interview witnesses, we maximize recovery potential while coordinating with workers' compensation claims to achieve favorable net payment outcomes.
Labor Code 132a Defense
We defend employers against claims of discrimination or retaliation related to workers' compensation claims. Our attorneys conduct thorough investigations into workplace incidents, HR policies, and termination decisions. We challenge unfounded allegations while minimizing penalties and protecting employer rights in complex Labor Code 132a cases.
People
Steve Young
Attorney
Experienced trial attorney with extensive workers' compensation defense expertise. Handles complex litigation matters and appellate cases while providing strategic legal guidance to public agencies and insurance carriers.
David B. Durrett
Of Counsel
Seasoned legal professional offering specialized expertise in commercial real estate and business law. Provides strategic counsel on property transactions and corporate matters while maintaining strong client relationships.
Kevin Cleveland
Of Counsel
Skilled attorney focusing on employment law and litigation. Represents clients in complex labor disputes while providing practical solutions to workplace compliance issues and personnel matters.
Benjamin Anderson
Of Counsel
Experienced legal practitioner handling subrogation claims and insurance recovery cases. Specializes in preserving evidence and maximizing recovery potential for insurance carriers in complex civil litigation.
Jason Lehfeldt
Attorney
Dedicated legal professional representing clients in workers' compensation defense and public agency matters. Focuses on achieving efficient resolutions while providing personalized attention to client needs.
Questions
What areas of law does Young, Cohen & Durrett specialize in?
We specialize in workers' compensation defense, commercial real estate law, employment and labor law, subrogation, and complex litigation matters.
Which clients do you typically represent?
We represent insurance carriers, public agencies, third-party administrators, self-insured employers, and businesses of all sizes across Northern California.
Do you handle cases outside Sacramento?
While based in Sacramento, we handle legal matters throughout Northern California including Roseville and surrounding regions.
What makes your firm different from other law firms?
Our combination of courtroom experience, personalized service, and specialized expertise in niche practice areas sets us apart in delivering practical legal solutions.
How do you approach workers' compensation defense cases?
We use thorough case preparation, risk minimization strategies, and early evidence preservation to achieve cost-effective resolutions in workers' compensation cases.
Can I get legal training for my business compliance needs?
Yes, we provide educational presentations on case law updates, legislative changes, and compliance requirements tailored to your business needs.
