Michael J. Crowley

Michael J. Crowley

also known as Michael Joseph Crowley, Michael J. Crowley

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 44 years

Wrongful death Lawyer at Eureka, CA
Practice Areas: Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

730 5th Street, Eureka, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 44 years

State: California

Acquired: 1982

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Janssen Malloy LLP

730 5th Street, Eureka, CA, 95501-1102

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Michael J. Crowley's Reviews

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23 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2014 | Personal Injury

Michael Crowley exceeded my expectations

I was injured on the beach from a dog attack and severely fractured my ankle which required surgery and hardware. Michael Crowley offered insight and support through one the most difficult and painful experiences of my life. My recovery was slow and strenuous. Having Michael on my side was the light ...at the end of a long dark tunnel. Every conversation and meeting I had with him left me feeling confident and optimistic about my case. Michael's knowledge and assertive tactics were very impressive and the end result was a fair and generous settlement. I have no doubt in my mind that I could not have chosen a better lawyer.

Posted by Graham | July 19, 2012 | Personal Injury

Review of Michael J. Crowley

I was injured in a car accident. My truck was rolled, and totaled. I was taken to the er. I needed to heal from the physical pain, and did not want to have to deal with the mental stress of dealing with insurance companies. I felt like every one was against me. Thats when I hired Michael. He wa...s on my side. He dealt with everything for me, so I could focus on getting better. The outcome was quick, and better than expected. He was professional, and knows the laws. I couldnt imagine having to deal with this on my own. Im so glad I found someone to help me through all of this. I would hire Michael Crowley again in a heartbeat. I highly reccomend him.

Posted by Susan | November 06, 2011 | Car Accidents

Michael Crowley

I can't say enough good things about Mr. Crowley. He took on my case about three years ago and it is finally winding down. I was rear-ended in November 2007 and my car was totaled. I sustained a right shoulder injury because of the accident. After months of physical therapy, cortisone injections,... etc. etc. I finally had subacromial decompression surgery in March 2011, since there were no other options left for me. Throughout the entire ordeal, Mr. Crowley has been there for me. He is very down-to-earth and takes the time to make you feel like you are the only client he has. We had some difficulties with the insurance carrier dragging their feet, including a mediation conference in November 2010, in which nothing was resolved. Michael stuck with it and we never gave up. We had a court date set for mid November 2011 and the case was settled out of court just a couple of weeks ago for almost what we were asking for. I can't recommend him enough for anyone who needs an excellent, knowledgeable attorney. I'm glad my case didn't go to trial--really glad---but I would love to watch him in action in the courtroom. The man doesn't give up. We're very fortunate in Humboldt County to have him practicing here. I actually picked him out of the phone book because I had no one to ask for a recommendation who had experienced what I had. I couldn't have picked better. His staff is absolutely wonderful too.

Posted by Richard | June 30, 2011 | Workers Compensation

Went Above and Beyond

I came to Crowley after I was injured on the job. My hand was crushed by a log from a loading operater. I had nerve damage and was off the job for over three years. During this time, the company who employed the loader operator as well as my employer took no blame. I went to Crowley who believed and ...fought for my rights. It was a constant battle whether we were going to settle the case or if the opposing side wanted to go to trial but the entire time Crowley fought and defended me. He took a risk on my case finanically but nethertheless he took on my case because that is the type of person he is. He fights for people's rights. I would highly recommend Michael Crowley and use him again if needed. He is the type of lawyer who keeps you informed, is always honest, and it is very knowledgeable on all legal matters. At the end of my case I was amazed and pleased with the results Michael was able to perform. We ended up settling for over double the amount the opposing side had initially offered. I have no one other than Michael Crowley to thank.

Posted by Benjamin | March 10, 2010 | Trucking Accident

Exceptional and Trustworthy

Michael is an exceptional attorney. He help my girlfriend and I through a very, very difficult period in our lives with great intelligence, experience and empathy. We were hit head on by a semi truck on the freeway. The driver had fallen asleep at the wheel and crossed over the grass median. Nee...dless to say we were both almost killed and left badly injured. Michael constantly made himself available to us throughout the entire process. He settled our case far beyond expectation both in magnitude and duration. He made this very difficult period of our lives as brief as possible and left us protected against the potential pitfalls of the future. He was kind and upfront, willing to explain anything to us in a respectful and clear manner. When this process finally finished, I felt as if he were a member of the extended family or a close friend. He is man I put my faith into and so can you.

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Northern California Super Lawyer, 2012-2018, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Califonia Lawyer Attorney of the Year (CLAY), California Lawyer Magazine

2011

Winner, 2011 Trial Lawyer of the Year, Public Justice Foundation

2011

Consumer Attorney of the Year, Consumer Attorneys of California

2010

Residents' Rights Hero, 2010, California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (CANHR)

1978

Phi Beta Kappa; Summa Cum Laude, Boston College

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Partner, Janssen Malloy LLP

1990 - 2002

Partner, Zwerdling & Crowley, LLP

1982 - 1987

Associate Attorney, Rael & Young

Associations

2005 - Present

Kneeland Volunteer Fire Dept.

Captain, Firefighter

1990 - Present

Legal Services of Northern California

Pro Bono Attorney- Civil Clinic

1982 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1982 - Present

Humboldt County Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

U.S. District Court, Northern District of California

Attorney Member

2003 - 2008

Consumer Attorneys of California

Board of Governors

Sample of Legal Cases

Cammack v. Safeco Insurance Co.

$1.5 million combined recovery (between defendant's $15,000 policy limits and plaintiff's UIM and excess liablity coverqge limits).

Delaney v. Stigall, et al

$1 million dollar policy limit recovery (apportioned $820,000 to Delaney, $180,000 to driver of the Jeep)

Lavendar V. Skilled Health

$677 million jury verdict

Huntzinger v. Hash

$3,600,000 trial judgement

Chambers v. KD Trucking

$500,000 policy limit recovery

Hart v. Grimes, et al

$9.2 million dollar jury verdict

Fitzhugh v. Granada Healthcare, LLC

Obtained Large Confidential Settlement

Maxner V. Finch Transportation

$1,000,000 policy limit recovery

Carlson V. Leonardo Logging

$1,000,000 policy limit recovery

Richard Neves v. Rounds Logging Co.

$800,000 settlement

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Education

1981

University of San Francisco School of Law

Juris Doctor

1978

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa

Speaking Engagements

2012

California Society for Healthcare Risk Management Annual Conference

Unforced Errors and Self-Inflicted Wounds in Long-Term Care Litigation: Plaintiff Counsel Perspective

2010

CANHR Elder Law Conference

Nursing Home Litigation

2008

Annual Elder Law Conference

Binding Arbitration/Nursing Home Admission Agreements

Publications

2010

Forum Magazine (Consumer Attorneys of California) Jury to nursing home industry: understaffing is unacceptable

2005

Forum Magazine- CAOC When Fluffy Becomes White Fang
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