Mr. Choe began his career as a workers’ compensation defense attorney. He defended employers and insurance companies against workers’ compensation claims. While successful in that role, Mr. Choe realized that he would rather use his talents and skill to benefit people who were facing tough times — people who had been injured on the job or in an accident, people who had been denied their fair wages and people who had been discriminated against in the workplace. When he switched to doing plaintiff’s work, he brought along with him extensive knowledge of how the insurance companies look at, respond to and value claims. He uses that experience to help him build the strongest possible cases and secure the best possible results for his clients. Let him put that experience and skill to work for you.

Keith Custis is a compassionate and dedicated litigator who founded Custis Law, P.C. to help individuals facing difficult work issues. Keith focuses his practice on the representation of employees in cases involving wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, wage and hour laws and violations of the numerous laws that require job-protected leaves of absence. Keith also represents employees and consumers in wage and hour and consumer class actions. Having represented some of the largest companies in the world, Keith evaluates employment law matters from every angle and perspective, including the employer’s point of view. He is a strategic negotiator and effective litigator who provides caring, personalized representation focused on each client’s individual goals and circumstances.

Mr. Novak is the founding partner of our firm. He was born on the great Canadian prairies in the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. After a distinguished educational career at the University of Manitoba, he attended the University of North Dakota School of Law. He was named on the academic dean’s list for his entire six semesters of law school and was awarded the degree of Juris Doctor With Distinction. Following graduation from law school, he hung up his hockey skates and moved to the gentler climate of California. Since 1998 Mr. Novak has based his practice of law in the Southern California area. However, he has actively litigated cases throughout the State of California, and the United States. Mr. Novak has established himself as a well-respected trial attorney in the region. In particular, he is renowned for his keen legal mind and aggressive litigation approach. His commitment to fighting for clients’ rights has led to the recovery of in excess of $130,000,000.00 in verdicts or settlements for clients within the past twenty-two years of his practice. Before concentrating his practice on protecting the rights of individuals, Mr. Novak worked for several years as a defense attorney handling primarily large-loss cases on behalf of numerous entertainment production companies, large corporations, and insurance companies. During this time period, he successfully protected clients from exposure to multi-million dollar claims for damages.

I am a State Bar Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation and the Past President of the Southern California Applicants’ Attorneys’ Association. I’ve dedicated my career to helping injured workers' and their families for over 14 years navigate the complicated process of workers compensation and pursue all of the benefits due to them. I handle all size cases from catastrophic injuries requiring lifelong future medical care to minor injuries where the injured worker just needs someone to help monitor the case. I represent all kinds of workers, including construction workers, drivers, truck drivers, loaders and unloaders, nurses, teachers and teacher aids, police officers, airline workers, secretaries and office clerks, retail workers and more. I am recognized as a Super Lawyer for Workers’ Compensation in Los Angeles and was selected in 2017, 2016 and 2015 as a Southern California “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, an award that is given to only 2.5 percent of lawyers in the state. If you have a question about your particular situation, let me personally answer it for you. I earned my J.D. from Southwestern University School of Law and my B.A. in psychology from University of California, Santa Barbara, where I served as president of my fraternity. I grew up in the San Fernando Valley and now live in Los Angeles with my beautiful wife and daughter. In my free time I volunteer as a youth sports coach for basketball and football and have been doing so for over 20 years. I give all my clients the 1-1 time that they need and will do the same for you. Please call and email me anytime. All my consultations are FREE.

J. Tooson is a proven Trial Lawyer and negotiator at Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP. Attorney J. Tooson attended Harvard Business School’s negotiation mastery certificate program and received his Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School where he was Student Body Vice-President. Attorney J. Tooson earned his stellar reputation in the legal community for his unique ability in the court room to try any case, with any facts, at any time and attain the most favorable outcome. Attorney J. Tooson is a National Top 100 Trial Lawyer, California Super Lawyer Rising Star three years in a row and a Legal Analyst for ABC Good Morning America and People magazine. Prior to launching his private practice, Attorney J. Tooson worked for the government for more than 7 years where he amassed over 60 Jury Trials and led his peers in not guilty verdicts year after year. Attorney J. Tooson is no stranger to helping good individuals in tough situations. Attorney J. Tooson has successfully defended the most complex Felony cases from murder to kidnapping, to DUI with serious bodily injury. Attorney J. Tooson is equally accomplished in litigating civil cases where he has amassed millions in verdicts and settlements in complex personal injury and employment suits. Attorney J. Tooson sits on several boards and has cultivated outstanding relationships with Judges, Prosecutors and high ranking Politicians throughout Southern California. Attorney J. Tooson has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Rolling Stone Magazine, Billboard Magazine and The Huffington Post for cases he has handled. Prior to practicing law, Attorney J. Tooson represented NFL Athletes as a NFL Agent handling their multi-million dollar contract negotiations.

Arthur is a dedicated and experienced attorney with a passion for delivering exceptional legal counsel and advocacy to clients. With 8 years of experience, Arthur has a strong background in workers’ compensation and personal injury defense. Given his years working as a defense attorney, Arthur brings a unique perspective to his client’s cases as he is well versed on how these claims are defended. His deep expertise and industry knowledge allows him to offer specialized legal guidance that addresses challenges and opportunities presented in each case. Above all, Arthur is committed to client satisfaction. He takes the time to understand each client's unique goals and concerns, providing tailored legal solutions that align with their objectives. He brings a transparent communication style ensures that clients are informed and happy with their representation each step of the way. Arthur earned a Juris Doctor degree from the Dale E. Fowler School where he excelled both inside and outside of the classroom. He earned a CALI Award recognizing the top grade in both Trial Advocacy and Advanced Mediation. Arthur went on to become the President of the Moot Court team representing the law school in various competitions across the country. He was also actively involved in the American Bar Association after being elected as the 9th Circuit’s Governor from 2014 to 2015. He is the proud father of a wonderfully energetic and amazing two-year-old daughter. When Arthur is not suiting up for legal battle, he spends his time with his family and cheering for his favorite sports teams. Go Lakers!

David Luis Jimenez is a practicing lawyer in the state of California handling Workers' Compensation lawyer.

With many years of courtroom experience, Mr. Kohanbash can deliver exceptional representation. We are confident that the Accident Defenders can take care of our client’s needs and get them the maximum compensation for their injuries. If you have been injured on the job or suffered a work-related illness, you can count on our aggressive lawyers and staff to help you obtain the highest value for your claim. At the Accident Defenders, we have helped numerous clients obtain workers’ compensation benefits. However, our office’s “secret sauce” is our team of lawyers. In fact, our founding partner, Joshua R. Kohanbash Esq. was an insurance defense attorney for over half a decade. Kohanbash worked for various insurance carriers and employers defending multi-million dollar claims. He switched sides to find the human element in legal representation. Representing injured employees has been his newfound passion.

Ashlee Randel is a practicing lawyer in the state of California handling employment matters.

Is a Managing Partner at the Long Beach office. After graduating Whittier Law School with honors in May 2003, Mr. Benjumea began his career in Workers’ Compensation. Mr. Benjumea has extensive experience in all aspects of Workers’ Compensation Defense including depositions, trials, appeals, serious and willful misconduct, and discrimination claims L.C. 132a. Mr. Benjumea has prevailed at all AOE/COE trials he has submitted through the years.