Brian James Breiter

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Brian James Breiter

also known as Brian Breiter

5.0
308 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Wrongful death Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Wrongful Death, Car Accidents, Spinal Cord Injury ... +4 more

4929 Wilshire Blvd. #410, Los Angeles, CA

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About Brian

Biography

Mr. Breiter and his team of experienced trial lawyers litigate the biggest cases throughout California and Florida since 1995. With offices in both states, we have over $100,000,000 in verdicts and settlements. We specialize in complex cases involving wrongful death, spine and brain injury cases.

Wrongful death cases are devastating to all involved, we help families through the process with ease. Our firm has handled thousands of wrongful death cases over the years and have settlements and verdicts in the tens of millions of dollars.

Mr. Breiter and his team are experts in handling complex brain injury (TBI) cases. We have taken these cases all the way to trial and have recovered many millions for our clients. Mr. Breiter is often an expert speaker teaching other trial lawyers about these very serious injuries at trial.

We handle serious injury cases involving death, brain damage, burns etc. resulting from negligence.

Mr. Breiter and his team has sever multi-million dollar settlements involving motorcycle crashes either resulting in wrongful death or serious personal injuries.

For 27 years Mr. Breiter and his team of aggressive trial lawyers have helped victims of vicious dog attacks recover the compensation they deserve via settlement and trial.

Mr. Breiter has personally litigated over 10,000 spinal injury cases and has over 75 jury verdicts resulting in over $100,000,000 in gross recoveries.

Mr. Breiter has some of the largest settlements and verdicts in CA and FL resulting from trucking accidents often involving wrongful death and serious spinal and brain injury cases.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Wrongful Death 30%

All areas of personal injury litigation such as wrongful death, premises liability, negligence, auto, motorcycle, pedestrian, products liability, elder neglect/abuse, dog bites, etc.

31 years | 3,500 cases

30%
Car Accident 20%

All areas of personal injury litigation such as wrongful death, premises liability, negligence, auto, motorcycle, pedestrian, products liability, elder neglect/abuse, dog bites, etc.

31 years | 3,500 cases

20%
Spinal Cord Injury 20%

All areas of personal injury litigation such as wrongful death, premises liability, negligence, auto, motorcycle, pedestrian, products liability, elder neglect/abuse, dog bites, etc.

31 years | 3,000 cases

20%
Brain Injury 10%

All areas of personal injury litigation such as wrongful death, premises liability, negligence, auto, motorcycle, pedestrian, products liability, elder neglect/abuse, dog bites, etc.

31 years | 3,500 cases

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

All areas of personal injury litigation such as wrongful death, premises liability, negligence, auto, motorcycle, pedestrian, products liability, elder neglect/abuse, dog bites, etc.

31 years | 2,000 cases

10%
Animal and Dog Bites 5%

All areas of personal injury litigation such as wrongful death, premises liability, negligence, auto, motorcycle, pedestrian, products liability, elder neglect/abuse, dog bites, etc.

31 years | 100 cases

5%
Motorcycle Accident 5%

All areas of personal injury litigation such as wrongful death, premises liability, negligence, auto, motorcycle, pedestrian, products liability, elder neglect/abuse, dog bites, etc.

31 years | 3,500 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 26 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Brian Breiter, LLP

4929 Wilshire Blvd. #410, Los Angeles, CA, 90010

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5775 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 300, Miami, FL, 33126

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2881 E Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33306

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Brian James Breiter's Reviews

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Posted by Mark | December 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

The Best of the Best

After being hit by a car while riding my bicycle about two years ago, Brian and I have recently finished settling my case. I could not have done it without Brian and Mark. I certainly would not have been as successful without their help. From day one, I knew that Brian would be the best choice. He... genuinely cared about my well-being, and it showed right from the beginning. He came to my house to meet me and my family within a day or two of calling him. He immediately made sure that I was seeing the best doctors. With his experience and connections, Brian provided me with many suggestions. He did not pressure me in any way, so I knew he was sincere. Brian always started our conversations by asking how I was doing and what he could do for me. He took all of my calls and wanted to answer all of my questions to ensure that I understood and was comfortable with the process. Throughout the whole ordeal, I felt that he was always looking out for me. It was important for me to focus on my recovery. I let Brian worry about the legal aspects. In my case, the driver was 100 percent at fault but was underinsured. Brian could have taken the quick and easy insurance maximum offer early on, but he said if it were him, he would go all the way to try to get the driver to also pay out of pocket. That was all I needed to hear to go forward even with the risk of getting way less if it went to a trial (trials are expensive, and you, the victim, pay) and if the guy refused to pay promptly. Taking this route meant preparing for depositions, doing research, giving/taking depositions and negotiations through a mediator. Brian walked me through the whole process step-by-step, and I felt prepared. Don’t misunderstand me though, it is not something I would ever want to do again. Brian was able to get the defendant to pay a large sum of money out of his pocket to make-up for some of the shortfall in his insurance coverage. I was amazed. I believe that Brian presented my case so well that the defendant saw that he had no choice. Brian's negotiations squeezed the maximum amount from the defendant. An overwhelming verdict at a trial most likely would have driven the defendant to bankruptcy leaving me with nothing. Brian found the sweet spot!. Brian was able to reduce the amount that I had to pay back to my health insurance company to less than half. Read your plan documents because they are entitled to get reimbursed from your settlement! And just when I thought it was all over, the defendant’s insurance company tried to short change me on the most inexpensive part of the process – paying for my damaged bicycle and clothes! Once again, Brian was there for me and made sure I got what I deserved. I believe Brian gave me my best chance. I had thoughts of trying to do it on my own at first but after having gone through it, I do not think you will get as much and the stress would be immense during a time when you need to focus on healing. The costs associated with it (lawyer fee, depositions, etc) I believe are factored in to the process. I am sure there are other lawyers just as legally competent as Brain, but he adds the human element of showing that he cares which sets him apart from the rest. Your recovery is his first priority. You will not be passed from lawyer to lawyer and he makes you feel like you are his only client.

Posted by jennifer | November 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

AMAZING!!!

When it comes to personal injury lawyers, you can’t do any better than Brian Breiter. After a long drive, my parents had almost arrived to our home from Arizona when I received the dreaded phone call that they had been in an accident. It was a multiple car pile up and my mom was being transported t...o the hospital in ambulance. She had sustained some head and neck injuries requiring a short stay there and the car was totaled. This was Thanksgiving… three years ago. Upon returning home she had to seek medical specialists for a proper recovery. To help my mom offset these costs, I sought out the help of an attorney. At the beginning of my search, I was a little leery as so many personal injury attorneys seem so smarmy. After reading MANY reviews, and doing my due diligence. I contacted Brian’s office. Within a couple of hours Brian returned my call, and we discussed my mom’s options and the possibility of her having a case. During this conversation, I knew he would be the right man for the job. The very next day we had a conference call with my mom, and he immediately started to build her case. I never imagined it could take so much time. Throughout this trying time, Brian was a consummate professional. He patiently walked us through every step of the process. He made sure my mom’s medical bills were being handled properly and would not be sent to collections while we awaited a verdict. Whenever I had a question or concern, Brian would promptly respond via phone or email quelling any anxieties that I might have had. The case has now finally closed, and we could not be happier with the result. My mom received a settlement for more than three times the amount we anticipated. Thank you Brian for your hard work, determination and perseverance over these last three years. We truly appreciate all you have done. Hands down, without hesitation, I would recommend Brian Breiter.

Posted by Ali | November 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Car Accident

I was hit by a car while walking in a cross walk and hire Brian Breiter. Brian was able to get my medical bills reduce by over 50 percent and I was able to receive more cash on my settlement.

Posted by Chris | October 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

If you need help, here's the firm to turn to!

We needed help and happened to find the most awesome resource available. Brian Breiter is a cut above the rest and I gladly share this experience with anyone else who can benefit just as we did. You will NOT find another attorney like him. He's that good! Brian's professionalism, expertise, and genu...ine caring changed my whole outlook on the legal profession. In past experiences, our family had (at best) only satisfactory experiences when a lawyer needed to be involved. So one can imagine we were a bit 'gun shy' to reach out to an attorney we found online. Here is a man however, who we found to be deeply passionate about making sure we were taken care of. I state this wholeheartedly because we stood back in amazement from the results delivered as Brian and his team handled confrontations on our behalf. Like a seasoned ship captain, Brian navigated more than just legal obstacles; he drove home a result which was the best possible solution. In fact, MORE than what we expected. Although the traumatic event that led us to seek legal representation is permanent and interrupted a young musician's career, we felt protected as if we were family members. How rare is that?!

Posted by Richard | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Beyond my expectations

I had a bad car accident and looked for attorneys. I found Brian Breiter and the reviews were great almost beyond belief. I hired him to represent me and the great reviews just scratched the surface of how good he was. Brian didnt hand off my case to an associate, he handled it himself. Brian spent a... lot of time with my wife and I going over step by step the litigation procedure. He also showed great concern about me and that meant the world to us. Brian really cared about what I was going through and sincerely wanted the best for me. He went up against a tough insurance company that stalls and hates to part with a penny. Brian and his team never stopped pursing them and getting them to cooperate expeditiously. It was great that he was so accessible. I never had to leave endless messages for him to call me back and he never passed me off to an associate. He always took my calls and dealt with me personally. My case wasnt a rain maker but he handled it as if it were. When he told me what the claim was settled for, I couldnt believe it. I never thought it was going to be so much. It was very refreshing dealing with a man as caring and professional as he was. I wish I could have given him a higher rating than 5 stars.

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Brian James Breiter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Oran

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a terrific lawyer. From first meeting until resolution, whether by settlement or trial, Brian and his team will stand by you, honestly answer questions, and compassionately help you and your family thru the process. When your case is resolved, you will know that the result he achieved for you was fair, just and that your original decision to hire him was the right one."

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Michael Kraut

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. When I was looking to refer my trusted clients to the best plaintiff's civil litigator in the Los Angeles area, time and time again Brian's name was given. His results are not surpassed."

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Sung Kim

Personal injury lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian's ongoing wins, verdicts, and strong positive client reviews all speak for themselves, and I listen. Since I wanted to be a part of his continuing success, I decided to join and work for him."

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Peter Diamond

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I tried a big case against Brian before I came to work with him. Brian won the case. He's an excellent trial lawyer, knows the law and brings in large verdicts for his clients. Fortunately, he hired me after our case was completed and I can also say he runs a very competent and very happy office."

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Timothy McCormick

Personal injury lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I battled Brian Breiter for three years on behalf of my client on a serious spinal injury case with an interesting fact pattern and complex liability issues. Brian was a tough opponent and pulled no punches along the way. We were eventually able to resolve the case to the satisfaction of all parties. Throughout the case, he exhibited exemplary professionalism and integrity and earned my respect both as litigator and as a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Daniel Bald

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have known Brian as a friend, employer and colleague for over 15 years. Brian is one of the most skilled attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with and learning from. He is a dedicated, compassionate and effective attorney. Clients who choose to work with Brian can know they are getting the best."

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Steven Yamin-Esfandiary

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian has been a mentor to me and I couldn't ask for a better lawyer to learn from, work with and receive guidance from. Brian is truly the guru of personal injury law. There is no one I would trust more with my own or my loved ones' personal injury matter. He is a stand up professional, with the highest of legal acumen to achieve the best result in any personal injury case."

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Nick Movagar

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Other

"Brian is someone I am proud to call a mentor and has played an instrumental role in my development as a lawyer. He routinely gets outstanding results for his clients and his clients can rest assured they are in excellent hands. There are few people that are "great" at what they do. Brian is one of them and his many achievements and accolades are well-deserved."

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Anthony Janji

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. In the area plaintiffs personal injury law and wrongful death law, his knowledge and understanding is second to none. Our two offices have worked closely together on a number of cases and when the case had finally concluded, his clients have rated his performance 10 out of 10 in dedication, diligence, honesty, and case outcome (settlement). Defense attorney's and insurance adjusters respect him highly and do not look to opposing him in litigation. In the area of plaintiffs personal injury law and wrongful death law, I would not endorse any other Attorney ahead of Brian Breiter."

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Tamara Jacobson

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Brian for most of my life and he is a wonderful and bright friend."

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Howard Roitman

Car accident lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Aukland

Car accident lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"In my opinion, Brian is the absolute best personal injury attorney in Los Angeles. I've worked with Brian on several cases and was so impressed that I hired him when I was in an auto accident. He is great to his clients and gets fantastic results for them. Highly recommended."

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Daniel Tropp

Litigation lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Addison Adams

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian knows how to properly work up a case to establish the admissible evidence necessary to win at trial. Other contingency lawyers might be inclined to settle early and cheap, but not Brian. I have seen him take many cases through trial to verdict. He is a dynamic personality both in and out of court and this works well for him in the court room. He loves what he does and it shows in every conversation with him. I strongly recommend hiring Brian for your matter and I would use him myself if and when I ever had the need."

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Christa Haggai

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Donnie Ho

Car accident lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a well-respected and hard-working lawyer in the greater Los Angeles area. I have always known him to always have his clients' best interests in mind. Additionally, he is willing to assist and mentor younger attorneys who are just starting out in their careers. I wholeheartedly endorse Brian."

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Jon Pettis

Unknown lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Cohen

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian Breiter is a seasoned professional. He has high ethical standards, a rigorous command of the practice, years of experience and consistently obtains stellar results for his clients. I have relied on his services myself and commend him to anyone looking for representation in personal injury matters. Highly recommended!"

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Hadi Ramsey

Litigation lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Krupnick

Litigation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer with pleasure. Brian has been a pleasure to work with, is extremely down to Earth, and has the skills and talent that I admire and that make me proud to be working with him on a case. Brian is always there if I need some help, has a staff that is second to none, and has quickly become one of the few truly respected attorneys that I look up to."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, California Super Lawyers

2023

ABOTA Member, American Board of Trial Advocates

2022

Super Lawyer, California Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Winner, Litigators Award

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Certificate of Admission, United States District Court, Central District of California

1996

Certificate of Admission, United States District Court, Southern District of Florida

1995

Law Review, Nova Southeastern Law School

1995

Order of the Barristers, Nova Law School

1994

Ken Raab Memorial ATLA Tournament, American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)

1994

Corpus Juris Secundum: Property Law, Nova Southeastern Law School

1993

Law Review, Nova Law Review

1993

Corpus Juris Secundum: Constitutional Law, Nova Southeastern Law School

1988

All American Water Polo, USA Water Polo

1987

All American Water Polo, USA Water Polo

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Trial Attorney, Law Offices of Brian Breiter

2012 - 2018

Of Counsel, Wolf & Pravato

2007 - 2013

Adjunct Professor, Pepperdine School of Law

1996 - 1999

Associate, Grover, Weinstein, Stauber, Trop

1995 - 1996

Associate, CHONIN, SHER, NAVARETTE, P.A

1995 - 1995

Legal Intern, SHARPSTEIN AND SHARPSTEIN, P.A.

1994 - 1994

Legal Intern, PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE Miami

1993 - 1993

Federal Judicial Law Clerk, HONORABLE LINNEA R. JOHNSON

Associations

2017 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

Advocate

2003 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

2002 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

2000 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

UBER Verdict $6.7Million

$6,768,071.46

$17,000,000 Settlement

$17,000,000

White vs GFS Food Services

$2,500,000

Ferrera vs Terminix

$8,000,000.00 VERDICT

Kozlovsky vs New Century

$1,200,000 VERDICT

$11,000,000 Settlement Wrongful Death

$11,000,000.00

Kil vs Harbin

$2,800,000

Bliss vs Mazda

$2,082,500 VERDICT

Barragan vs City Of South Gate

$2,567,000.00 VERDICT

Liwag vs Lowery Enterprises Inc.

Verdict $3,016,507.04

Liwag vs Lowery Enterprises Inc.

Verdict $3,016,507.04

Griese vs Mom's Bar

Jury Verdict $179,500 after additional costs awarded by court

Boggs vs Friar Tux (Verdict)

1,085,000 Verdict

John Doe vs DUI Defendant

2,000,000

Brain Injury $4.9M

Settlement $4,900,000.00

Koch vs. City of Los Angeles

2,625,000.00

Jane Doe vs Limo Company (Wrongful Death)

8,100,000.00

Cheng et al vs. Howard Chen, International Cultural Exchange Assn., et al

Case settled day of trial for $1,225,000.00

Estate of John Doe vs. Confidential Defendant

8,100,000 Settlement

Vasquez vs. Cal West Motors et al

Settlment 1,151,000.00

Tashjian vs Aegis of Granada

Verdict Plaintiff. Total award w/ costs $360K

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Education

1995

Nova Univ Law Center

Law

1992

Univ of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Panish, Shae, Boyle Trial College

Improv for Trial

2020

Case Analysis

Improv for Trial

2018

American Board of Trial Advocates Masters In Trial

Theater and Improv for use at trial

2011

University of Calgary Law School

Improvisational Mediation

2009

Improvisational Mediation Improvisational Mediaiton

2009

Improv and Acting Techniques for Lawyers

Improv and Acting for Trial and Litigation

2008

SCMA 20th Anniversary Conference

Improvisational Mediation and Negotiation

2008

Pepperdine Law School Strauss Institute

Improvisational Negotiation

2007

Improvisational Mediaton

Improvisational Mediation

Publications

2008

2008

Improv Journal Improvisation and the Law

1994

Nova Law Review Capital Punishment Racial Bias

Languages

Spanish

Russian

Farsi

Korean

Chinese, Xiang

Activity

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