I am proud to have a commercial driver’s license and to be consulted by lawyers around the country.
I handle a very small number of truck crash cases across the country. Most of my cases come from other lawyers who ask to work with me.
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Languages spoken
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The Law Firm for Truck Safety
3450 W. Central Ave.
Suite 328
Toledo, OH, 43606
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 2017 | 03/03/2022 |
IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2017 | 03/13/2022 |
MI | Active And In Good Standing | 1995 | 05/11/2022 |
TN | Active | 1995 | 04/27/2022 |
OH | Active | 1994 | 05/06/2022 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Multi-Million Dollar Advocate | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2008 |
Superlawyer | Super Lawyers | 2007 |
Superlawyer | Super Lawyers | 2006 |
Superlawyer | Super Lawyers | 2005 |
Lawyer of the Year | Lawyers Weekly | 2005 |
Invited Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Leizerman & Associates | 1987 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys | Founder | 2015 - Present |
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | graduate | 2008 - Present |
National Board of Trial Advocacy | Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate | 2007 - Present |
Tennessee Bar Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
Michigan Bar Association | member | 1995 - Present |
American Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 1994 - Present |
Trial Lawyers for Public Justice | Member | 1994 - Present |
Association of Trial Lawyers of America | Member | 1994 - Present |
Toledo Bar Association | Member | 1994 - Present |
Lucas County Bar Association | member | 1994 - Present |
Toledo Area Trial Lawyers Association | President | 2005 - 2007 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Trial Guides publication | The Zen Lawyer: Winning with Mindfulness | 2018 |
Trial Magazine | Finding Insurance in Truck Crash Cases | 2008 |
Litigating Truck Accident Cases | Book | 2005 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Toledo College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
University of Michigan | A.B. | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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New Orleans seminar | Dealing with Standard Defenses in a Trucking Case | 2010 |
West teleseminar | Finding Insurance in Truck Litigation | 2009 |
Premier Litigation | Cognitive Science in Truck Litigation | 2009 |
LItigating Truck Collision Cases College | SafeStat/CSA | 2009 |
Litigating Truck Collision Cases College | Trucking Discovery | 2009 |
New Orleans Trucking Seminar | Statutory Violations in Truck Litigation | 2008 |
AAJ summer convention | Finding Insurance in Truck Litigation | 2008 |
Trucking Litigation National Seminar | discovering truck information/trucking insurance issues | 2007 |
Tennessee Truck Accident Litigation Seminar | Punitive damages/maximizing value | 2007 |
Interstate Trucking Litigation Group | discovering truck company info/insurance issues | 2007 |
Trucking Litigation Teleseminar | Maximizing value in truck cases/insurance issues | 2006 |
Trucking Litigation National Seminar | Discovering truck information on the web/moderator | 2005 |
Interstate Trucking Litigation Group | Truck/train collisions | 2004 |
Interstate Trucking Litigation Group | Truck accident litigation | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Estate of Poe v. John R. Jurgensen Co. et al. | $16 million verdict |
Bachrach v. Covenant Transportation | $13.2 million verdict |
Linhart v. Heyl Logistics et al. | $5.2 million verdict |
Battaglia v. Norfolk Southern Railroad | $2.6 million verdict upheld by U.S. Supreme Court |
Caudill v. Lautrec et al. | $4.4 million settlement |
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Kevin Koelbel, Trucking accident Attorney on Dec 10, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Wherever you are in the country, if you have a personal injury case involving a trucking company, this is the lawyer you want.
Mark Rafidi, Trucking accident Attorney on Sep 9, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I highly endorse this lawyer. Mike literally wrote the book on trucking accident litigation. Besides being an outstanding trucking accident lawyer, Mike is a genuine, empathetic guy. I was honored to work with him on a matter.
Kevin Koelbel, Trucking accident Attorney on Dec 10, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Wherever you are in the country, if you have a personal injury case involving a trucking company, this is the lawyer you want.
Mark Rafidi, Trucking accident Attorney on Sep 9, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I highly endorse this lawyer. Mike literally wrote the book on trucking accident litigation. Besides being an outstanding trucking accident lawyer, Mike is a genuine, empathetic guy. I was honored to work with him on a matter.
Allison Groth, Trucking accident Attorney on Aug 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is a master of his craft. He is widely known for being one of the most skilled trucking accident attorneys in the country. On a personal note, he is a genuine, empathetic soul. You will never feel like a number with Michael as your attorney. He truly cares.
Troy Atkinson, Trucking accident Attorney on Jun 9, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
John O'Brien, Car accident Attorney on May 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Kevin Coluccio, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Leizerman. He is one of the leading personal injury attorneys and is dedicated to providing his clients with the very best legal representation. He is both skilled and knowledgeable in the area of personal injury.
Ronald Burdge, Trucking accident Attorney on Mar 6, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend attorney Leizerman. He knows trucks and the law regarding truck accidents and vehicle defects better than anyone. Period. He is highly rated by several organizations, has considerable experience and an enviable courtroom and case record. On top of all that, he literally wrote the book on truck accident law. If you are anywhere in the country and need the best, whether you are a truck driver or an attorney who is considering calling in the big guns, he is your answer. I think he is the biggest gun you are going to find anywhere and I very highly recommend him to you.
Steven Gursten, Trucking accident Attorney on Dec 23, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Michael Leizerman is one of the few brilliant minds in truck accident litigation. I have the honor of working with Michael first hand, and am fortunate enough to call him a good friend and trusted colleague as well. His results simply speak for themselves. A first rate lawyer, and someone I would go to if I needed help in any catastrophic truck crash case.
Kenneth Levinson, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 16, 2010
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked on cases with Michael since 2005. Michael is one of the most dedicated trial lawyers I have ever met. Not only does he know more than any lawyer about trucking accidents, he can present his client's cases in an understandable and persuasive way. Michael has obtained amazing results for those fortunate enough to have him in their corner.
Christopher Stombaugh, Trucking accident Attorney on Dec 15, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Michael Leizerman is a unique advocate for his clients. He has the skills and insights which apply cutting edge cognitive science in the courtroom with a warm heart and compassion. I have worked along side Michael on a number of seven figure matters in different states. He is a collaborator of the first order, who concentrates his practice to give an amazing amount of focus and attention to his clients. His remarkable verdicts and settlements in challenging cases only confirm this truth. I recommend him without reservation on any injury matter, particularly in trucking accident cases where he is a national authority.
Richard Shapiro, Trucking accident Attorney on Jun 5, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is a nationwide authority in trucking accident law who I have known professionally for 10 years or more, having met him at legal seminars. He also has written a book on trucking accident law. I highly endorse him not only for trucking accidents but all areas of car, truck or transportion injury matters.
Patrick Barone, Car accident Attorney on Oct 14, 2008
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I met Mike at a seminar in Wyoming and was immediately impressed. Not only has Mike written THE book on trucking accidents, he also speaks nationally on the topic. Mike is also a talented trial lawyer who is always looking for new ways to improve his skills. I can't recommend Mike too highly.
Mark Baran, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 23, 2008
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have known Michael for many years and regularly have consulted with him on cases involving railroad litigation and other injury litigation. He is well respected in the legal community and an excellent advocate for clients and the pursuit of the best legal representation with co-counsel and others in fields of expertise within the broad area of personal injury to insure that clients are fully and fairly represented.
Joshua Schiffer, Trucking accident Attorney on Jan 14, 2008
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Working with Michael is an eye opening experience. His thorough and methodical approach to catastrophic injury cases produces fantastic results for his clients and has catapulted him to the top of his field. My personal experiences with Michael and his family have made me a better attorney and benefited my clients significantly as his knowledge of jury behavior and actions is unsurpassable.
Daniel DeWoskin, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 11, 2008
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. Michael is among the most knowledgeable and dedicated attorneys I know. He is trustworthy, diligent, and devoted to his clients and their cases. In short, Michael is everything a good lawyer should be and more.
Morgan Adams, Trucking accident Attorney on Oct 7, 2007
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Michael is THE cutting edge lawyer in Tractor Trailer litigation in the United States. From writing the lawyers textbook on handling trucking cases, to speaking at national conferences, he sets the highest standards for lawyers representing families and victims of trucking negligence.