Dane Levy

Dane Levy

4.9
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 25 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at Long Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice

4500 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 150, Long Beach, CA

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Contingency

15%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

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Location

LEVY LAW FIRM

4500 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 150, Long Beach, CA, 90804-3298

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Dane Levy's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

84 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2009 | Medical Malpractice

Most incompetent. Worst experience. Not the place to go for dental malpractice. Stay away!

I found Levy on google and his website was one of the first to show up. He was the only one that took my call during off hours. When I spoke to him over the phone, he wanted to meet immediately. Within minutes of arriving at his Long Beach office, he wanted me to sign forms appointing him my lawyer.... Levy said that "the case is great" and filed with the court using hundreds of dollars, which I funded. He also introduced me to a dentist in West LA named Jeffrey Waterman, who is extremely overpriced. He pressured me into going there to see the extent of my damages. Months later, and after having spent thousands of dollars at Waterman's, Levy explained that he was too busy to continue my case and suggested I find another attorney. While searching for another lawyer, I found that my case wasn't all that easy to prove and that I shouldn't have filed in the first place due to the fact that I may lose more money in the end. Levy never told me this. He misinformed me of any risks involved and raised my hopes up and did not return calls once the papers were filed with the court. While searching for a new attorney to take over the case, I found out that a handful of attorneys would have taken my case had I gone to them first. Lawyers don't want to finish what others have started unless the case is very compelling. Dental malpractice cases are extremely difficult to win because the jury believes that the dentist tried their best, no matter the damages. In addition, you need an attorney that really knows what they're doing because he/she will be going up against the lawyers of the dentist's insurance company. These insurance lawyers are really on top of it and you don't want to lose bargaining power with an amateur. Anyway, I lost more than $4000 and what's worse is that Dr. Waterman did barely anything for my teeth because he wanted to "preserve the evidence." All he did was schedule me for weekly check-ups that costed anywhere between $250 and $350. In the end, I found a lawyer that helped me settle the damages. However, I was unable to recover any money to repair the damage that was made in the first place. I also had to wait months before getting my mouth treated during the case and had to endure pain from the dental malpractice. Levy and Waterman are both taking advantage of people who have already been victimized. Save yourself the hassle and meet a lawyer who will give you their honest opinion. Also, meet someone who knows what they're doing so that they won't give you a half-a$$ed reason for abandoning your case.

Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2009 | Medical Malpractice

Top Notch Dental Malpractice Attorney.

It became clear to me based on his professionalism and the result that he obtained for me that Mr. Levy is the best in this area of the law. I suffered a nerve injury as a result of a dental implant that was placed in my lower jaw. Mr. Levy's knowledge of dentistry was second to none. I recommend Mr.... Levy without hesitation or reservation.

Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2009 | Medical Malpractice

Dane Levy is the best and most professional attorney working in dental malpractice.

Dane Levy represented me in a dental malpractice case when no attorney in my state was willing to help me. He is extremely knowledgeable and cares. He was always available to me to answer my questions and kept me informed. He is not the typical attorney. I could not have found a more qualified, mo...re caring person to represent me. He is extremely well connected and respected. I was privileged to have Mr. Levy represent me.

Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2009 | Medical Malpractice

A WONDERFUL DENTAL MALPRACTICE ATTORNEY!!!

I looked for a dental malpractice attorney when the feeling and taste in my tongue did not return after my wisdom teeth extractions. I consulted with several attorneys who passed on my case and then I found Mr. Levy. I called his office and his staff was very helpful. They set up a time for me to com...e in and meet with Mr. Levy. When I met with him, it became very clear that he knew this area of the law and dentistry and was much more qualified than all the other attorneys I had spoken with. He kept me informed of my case and was very attentive as to my case. Mr. Levy obtained a very fair result for me and I recommend him without hesitation.

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Dane Levy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Medical malpractice lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Dane. Highly respected in the legal community with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Sean Cleary

Medical malpractice lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Medical malpractice lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Robert Pourvali

Medical malpractice lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dane is an intelligent lawyer with tremendous experience and knowledge in dental malpractice matters. I have always found him to display a great sense of credibility and professionalism. I would highly recommend Dane."

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Thomas Vidal

Medical malpractice lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dane and I were classmates in law school. I have referred him a number of matters over the years (and will continue to do so). In every instance, he evaluated the potential claims and defenses candidly and clearly demonstrated his knowledge and wisdom. I know Dane to be diligent, and full of integrity."

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Craig Walkon

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Levy is an effective and skilled professional with exceptional integrity."

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Justin Effres

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Dormer

Medical malpractice lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dane is an excellent dental maplractice attorney. I have referred several of my clients to him."

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Ali Saeid

General practice lawyer

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Christian Lassen

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Pourvali

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Thomas Vidal

Unknown lawyer

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Craig Walkon

Personal injury lawyer

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Steven Effres

Medical malpractice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Owner - Attorney, Levy Law Firm

Associations

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Lee v. Hong Beom Moon, D.M.D. and Jonathan Lee, D.D.S.

$325,000 Verdict

Sheets v. Howard R. Siegler, D.M.D.

$2,300,035 Verdict ($2.3 Million)

Rodriguez v. Ana Rankovic, D.D.S.

$240,000 Verdict

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Education

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Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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Univ of California Irvine

BS - Bachelor of Science

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USC School of Dentistry

Languages

English

Spanish

French

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