Howard Blau

Howard Blau

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 55 years

Motorcycle accident Lawyer Practice Areas: Motorcycle Accident, Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Animal & Dog Bites

About Howard

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Motorcycle Accident 30%

Motorcycle, motoscooter, moped, bicycle injury accidents

50 years

30%
Personal Injury 30%

Dog bite injuries. Pedestrian accidents. Pedestrian injuries. Burn injuries. Slip and fall accidents.

50 years

30%
Car Accident 25%

Big rig truck accidents. Head-on accidents. Rear-end accidents. Left turn accidents.

50 years

25%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 55 years

State: California

Acquired: 1971

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

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Howard Blau's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

5 star (36)
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Posted by Russell | September 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Above and beyond

After a lengthy internet search I found Mr. Blau. He handled my case like a friend, not just another number. He took the time to talk to me any time I needed, case related or not. He is what most attorneys should strive to emulate. He has morals and ethics....I know...weird! I would definitely use as... well as recommend him anytime!

Posted by Sina & Marc | July 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Integrity equals power and strength!

Do you fear that an attorney with integrity and a heart of gold might not get you as good a result? Do you believe that you’re better off finding a cunning and ruthless attorney, someone you’d never want to be friends with in your personal life? I learned my lesson when I met and retained Howard Blau.... It is because Howard Blau genuinely cares so much that he gets the best results. It is his great empathy that powers his unmatched diligence when he works on a case, producing the very best possible compensation my son and I could have ever dreamed of receiving. Howard Blau took care of two separate cases in our family, my son's motorcycle accident caused by a vehicle running a red light, and a rear-end car collision caused by a distracted driver. Both times Howard far exceeded our compensation expectations. I will never compromise my own human values again when it comes to choosing an attorney. Howard is the best!

Posted by Veronique | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing and passionate person.

Howard Blau is not only very excellent in his profession but also very caring. His receptionist, Alana, is also wonderful because she would always take the time to answer any of my questions and accommodate any of my needs. Howard is always reachable, and he would return all my calls as soon as possi...ble. He orients you in the right direction, no matter how bad the situation is. That being said, Howard’s ultimate goal is for you to reach the goal YOU want. Howard is a very efficient attorney.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Recommendation

Howard was very helpful to me when I was working with my mom's caregivers. He advised me as to my legal responsibilities and how to manage their schedules.

Posted by anonymous | February 1, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent and Personable Attorney!

Howard is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, responsive, and professional. Not to mention, he is a sincere pleasure to work with. He thoughtfully responded to all points and raised key variables to consider in crafting a strong argument. Can't thank him enough for all of his help with my injury.

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Howard Blau's Lawyer Endorsements

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Barton Pokras

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Howard is a true professional. He is highly skilled in both settling and trying cases. I have referred a number of cases to him over the years and will continue to do so."

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Ellen Cheney

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Howard's attention to detail, combined with his ability to see the big picture, are invaluable skills in representing personal injury clients. He is quick to respond to communication, tracks every aspect of his case, and treats clients with personal attention. Howard is an excellent attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Howard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Bruce Keswick

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Howard for more than 25 years. He is experienced, knowledgeable and professional. His methodical skills and client commitment are extremely impressive. He is an excellent advocate on behalf of his clients with proven settlement results. I would not hesitate to have him represent me, my family or friends."

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Steven Greenwood

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Howard for several decades and believe him to be a particularly conscientious and capable PI attorney. I have not hesitated to refer him my friends and clients who have had a need for his expertise. I heartily endorse him; if you require the services of a personal injury lawyer, you'd be hard pressed to find anyone better."

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Corey Glass

Motorcycle accident lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Howard for several years and would refer my family and friends to him for representation. He is well respected, professional and easy to talk to. He takes his work seriously and is passionate about it."

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Gary Michel

Personal injury lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Friend

"I heartily recommend Howard. His knowledge, judgment and integrity will serve you well."

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Donald Hubbard

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"From personal experience, I know Howard to be an extremely conscientious and meticulously prepared lawyer. I have worked with him on several cases and sought his advice on others. He has a wealth of experience which he uses to acquire the maximum trial or settlement proceeds for his injured clients........Donald N. Hubbard, Atty. at Law, Monterey, CA"

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Fernando Vargas

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I was employed by Howard's firm for a period of five years. During that time, I found Howard to be a person of endless integrity, who worked tirelessly for his clients with an intelligently agressive approach on all files. Howard's uncompromising quest for a thorough investigation, a well planned and thought out strategy along with adequate preparation allows his firm to consistently obtain the highest settlements for his clients. Howard's kind, compassionate and respectful treatment of his clients allows his clients the true privilege of working closely with a consumate professional. I, therefore, offer Howard my highest endorsement."

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David Kestenbaum

Motorcycle accident lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"i have referred many clients to Mr. Blau's firm for Personal Injury claims, both those involving motorcycles as well as other vehicles. Every client i have referred has later told me how impressed they were with Howard's knowledge of the law and ability to place a value on their case. As a fellow attorney, i would not refer someone to an attorney i didn't have confidence in. Howard is aggressive and fights for his client's rights."

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Laura Blau

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Family member

"I know this attorney very well and have recommended Howard Blau to many friends. Everyone always appreciates his patience, diligence and care. I can say, personally, that Howard Blau inspires me to be both a better attorney and a better person."

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Brian Michel

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If any of my clients, friends or family members need a personal injury attorney, I recommend Howard Blau and only Howard Blau."

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David Reinard

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Howard is everything a great lawyer should be. He is smart, aggressive, honest and he works tirelessly on behalf of his clients. I recommend him highly."

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Samuel Wells

Motorcycle accident lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Michael King

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I was adverse to him on an extremely complex wrongful death/catastrophic personal injury matter. He is extremely competent, skillful, thorough and honest. I do not hesitate to recommend him."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Readers' Choice Favorite West Ventura County Law Office, Ventura County Star

2017

Readers' Choice Favorite East Ventura County Law Office, Ventura County Star

2016

Superb Avvo Rating, AVVO

2016

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Readers' Choice Favorite East Ventura County Law Office, Ventura County Star

2016

Readers' Choice Favorite West Ventura County Law Office, Ventura County Star

2015

Superb Avvo Rating, AVVO

2015

Readers' Choice Favorite West Ventura County Law Office, Ventura County Star

2015

Readers' Choice Favorite East Ventura County Law Office, Ventura County Star

2014

Readers' Choice Winners and Favorites, Ventura County Star

2014

Superb Avvo Rating, AVVO

2013

Readers' Choice Favorite, Ventura County Star

2013

Superb Avvo Rating, AVVO

2012

Clients' Choice, AVVO

N/A

American Jurisprudence Prize for Excellence, Joint Publishers of the Annotated Reports System

Work Experience

1980 - 2016

Judge Pro Tem, Superior Court Of California

1980 - 2016

Mediator, Superior Court Of California

1980 - 2016

Arbitrator, Superior Court Of California

1975 - 2024

Owner, Law Offices of Howard Blau, A.P.C.

1971 - 2016

Attorney, Superior Court Of California

1971 - 1975

Managing Partner, Law Offices of Blau and Cohen

Associations

2014 - Present

Fit 4 The Cause

Sponsor

2013 - Present

Social Justice Fund for Ventura County

Sponsor

2013 - Present

Pro Visors Westlake 5

Member

1990 - Present

United States Federal District Court

Member

1971 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2000 - 2003

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

1997 - 1998

American Civil Liberties Union

Member

1995 - 1996

California Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1994 - 2007

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

1993 - 2010

American Bar Association

Member

1990 - 2007

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

1981 - 2016

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

1981 - 1994

Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1981 - 1984

Los Angeles County Small Claims Court

Officer

Sample of Legal Cases

Doe v. Union Bank

Million Six Verdict

Conley v. Dillon

Significant Settlement

Anifantis v. Fargo

Maximum policy limits

Olandez v. Cooper

Significant six-figure settlement

Sollima v. Harbaugh

Maximum policy limits

Taylor v. Cervantes

Maximum policy limits

Kluck v. Hernandez

Maximum policy limits

Ramirez v. Sorenson

Significant six-figure settlement

Olandez v. Battison

Significant six-figure settlement

Hammer v. Creams Towing/Sanford

Significant six-figure settlement

Stebelton v. Guzman

Significant Settlement

Pope v. West Hills Hospital and Medical Center

Significant six-figure settlement

Green v. Rowan

Significant Settlement

Rosson v. Rudnick

Full Policy Limit Settlement

Hill v. Rincon/ Postage One

Significant Settlement

Ballinger v. Smashey

Significant Settlement

Quevy v. Joth, Inc., et al

Significant Settlement

Levi v. Chrysostom

Full Policy Limit, Arbitration Award

Chapetta v. Elsa et al.

Full Policy Limit, Arbitration Award

Doe v. Roe

Significant Settlement

Potter v. Hof

Full Policy Limit Settlement

Duarte v.

Significant Settlement

Barnes v. Progressive Choice Insurance Company

Significant settlement amount for claimant

Atkins v. Thomas

Policy Limit Settlement

Pincus v. Freilich

Substantial Settlement for Plaintiff

Steinkirchner v. Corona

Full Policy Limit Settlement

McQueen v. Neilson

Substantial Settlement to Plaintiff

Sandoval v. SBE Entertainment, et al.

Significant Settlement for Plaintiff

Doe v. National Park Service, et al.

Substantial Settlement to Plaintiff

Kreider v. Zupancic

Full Policy Limit Settlement

Bennett v. Roel/ Rouel

Significant Settlement

Steele v. Juarez

Significant Settlement for Plaintiff

Calvillo v. Aguilar

Maximum Policy limits allowed

Terry v. Demartino, et al.

Significant settlement amount for Plaintiff

Ramirez v. Brening-Ray

Maximum Policy limits allowed

Ro v. Mazda Motor of America, Inc., et al.

Very significant settlement for both Plaintiffs

Jeter v. Mo

Maximum Policy limits allowed

Burroughs v. Perez

Maximum Policy limits allowed

Meek v. Chronis

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Allen v. Meraz

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Kneuer v. Brown

Significant Settlement to Plaintiff

Ullman v. Yatchak

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Anderson v. Johnson

Significant Settlement for Plaintiff

Spradling v. Carney

Significant Settlement to Plaintiff

Morgan v. Bradford, et al.

Significant Settlement to Plaintiff

Aguayo v.MV Transportation

Very significant settlement for Plaintiff

Dockery v. Shafie et al

Settlement for Plaintiff

Storks v. Herrera

Very significant settlement for Plaintiff

Vered v. Trifon

Significant settlement

Segovia v. Manchhani

Very significant settlement for Plaintiff

Thayer/Kuhn v.Chase

Significant settlement for Plaintiffs

Pettigrew v. Brinkley/Bethurem

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Phan v.

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Perdue v. Askas

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Diaz v. Aloha Hawaiian BBQ

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Minster v. White

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Wells v. Felfam, Limited Partnership

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

Gleason v. Reed, et al.

Substantial Settlement for Plaintiff

Rottner v. Schneider, et al.

Substantial Settlement for Plaintiff

Hatch v. Fleet-Car Lease, Inc.

Substantial settlement for Plaintiff

Gleason v. Reed

Significant Settlement to Plaintiff

Imhoff v. McConica Motors, Inc., et al

Significant settlement for Plaintiff

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Education

1970

McGeorge School of Law University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1965

University of Southern California

BS - Bachelor of Science

1965

University of Southern California

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

ProVisors

Uninsured Motorists

2015

ProVisors

Insurance Coverage & Consequences

2014

ProVisors

Dog Bite Injuries

2007

KPFK Public Radio

Motorcycle Accident Avoidance

Publications

2022

2022

Howard Blau Law April 2022 Product Recalls

2022

2022

Howard Blau Law June 2022 Product Recalls

2022

Howard Blau Law August 2022 Product Recalls

2022

2022

2021

Howard Blau Law April 2021 Product Recalls

2021

Howard Blau Law June 2021 Product Recalls

2021

2021

Howard Blau Law August 2021 Product Recalls

2021

2021

2021

2020

2020

Howard Blau Law Exercising Outdoors

2020

2020

Howard Blau Law Kids Skateboarding Safety

2019

2019

Howard Blau Law March 2019 Product Recalls

2019

Howard Blau Law May 2019 Product Recalls

2019

Howard Blau Law May 2019 Product Recalls

2019

Howard Blau Law May is Bicycle Safety Month

2019

Howard Blau Law Autumn 2019 Product Recalls

2018

Howard Blau Law New Year, New Laws: 2018

2018

Howard Blau Law The Word on Bird

2018

Howard Blau Law Stop! In The Name Of Life

2018

2018

Howard Blau Law HBL Back to School Safety

2018

2018

Howard Blau Law Winter 2018 Product Recalls

2017

The Thousand Oaks Acorn Problems with dogs should be reported

2017

2017

2017

2017

2017

Howard Blau Law Keep Summer Pool Time Safe

2017

Howard Blau Law Fly Me to the Moon-Bounce

2017

2017

2017

Howard Blau Law Gym Child Care Safety

2017

Howard Blau Law Riding Mulholland Highway

2017

Howard Blau Law Back to School Road Safety

2017

Howard Blau Law Senior Driving & Safety

2017

Howard Blau Law Child Passenger Safety

2017

2017

Howard Blau Law Halloween Safety Tips

2017

2016

Howard Blau Law Whirlpool Microwave Recall

2016

2016

2015

Ventura County Star Readers' Choice Winner & Favorite

2014

Ventura County Star Readers' Choice Winner & Favorite

2013

Ventura County Star Readers' Choice Winner & Favorites

2011

Howard Blau Law Serious Personal Injury

2009

Verdict Search Personal Injury DOG BITE

1981

Custom Rider Maximum Understatement

1978

Cycle Magazine Days of Glory Past by Jim Greening

1975

Cycle, search url: Mantlepiece The Mantlepiece by Phil Schilling

N/A

Single Over-Head Cam 4 Mantlepiece

Languages

English

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