Ontario, CA

Steven M. Sweat

Steven M. Sweat is the principal attorney and founder of Steven M. Sweat, Personal Injury Lawyers APC. He has dedicated over 25 years to pursuing justice for clients throughout Los Angeles and California, focusing on plaintiffs’ personal injury law, wrongful death, and employment matters. He is recognized for his experience, expertise, and willingness to go the extra mile for his clients, aiming to turn difficult situations around and improve lives.

Leo Herrera

Leo Herrera is the founder of Herrera Law, P.C., a personal injury law firm serving the Inland Empire. He is known for his aggressive and individualized legal guidance in cases including auto accidents, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian accidents, food poisoning, dog bites, and slip & fall accidents. He is a member of several plaintiff's trial bar associations in Los Angeles and California, and the Mexican American Bar Association. Fluent in English and Spanish, he earned his Juris Doctor degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law after attending California State University Northridge. In his personal life, he enjoys spending time with his wife Diana, son Pablo, and two dogs, Luna and Nube, and is active in his community.

Laura Sedrish

Laura Sedrish stands out as a distinguished partner at Jacoby & Meyers, recognized statewide in California for her unparalleled achievements in personal injury law. With a career that spans two decades, Laura has garnered a reputation for securing significant settlements and verdicts that show her legal prowess and dedication to justice. Beyond her professional achievements, Laura's contribution to mentoring and advocating for women in the legal field highlights her commitment to community and equality. Her journey is marked by notable accolades, including a consistent “Super Lawyer” rating and recognition in the “Top 50 Women” Super Lawyers, illustrating her standing in the legal community. Laura's background is equally impressive; she holds a B.S. from Duke University, a J.D. from UCLA Law School, and an LLM in Alternative Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine Caruso School of Law. Laura extends her influence through active participation in prominent legal associations, serving on the Board of Governors for both the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA) and the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), amongst other vital roles. Her licensure in both California and Nevada, complemented by her involvement in shaping legal advocacy, marks her as a formidable figure in the pursuit of justice. As a mother, speaker, and mentor, Laura embodies resilience, expertise, and commitment to law and community, making her a guiding force and an inspiration in the legal profession.

Michael D. Payne

Michael D. Payne is an attorney with over 25 years of experience specializing in personal injury litigation. He previously represented insurance companies, giving him an advantageous perspective for his clients. He has successfully handled thousands of personal injury cases, including truck accidents, car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Mr. Payne has also served as a legal commentator for media outlets like CNN, MSNBC, Fox, Telemundo, and the Larry King Show, and was involved in high-profile cases such as the inquiry into Dr. Donda West's death and representing Rodney King. He has also served as an arbitrator and Judge Pro Tem in Los Angeles and San Bernardino County.

John F. “Jack” Denove

John F. “Jack” Denove, Managing Trial Attorney at Jacoby & Meyers, stands out as a highly respected figure in the California legal community with over 40 years of experience. Specializing in a broad spectrum of civil litigation, Jack has successfully tried more than 150 jury trials, achieving numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts in diverse domains such as motor vehicle incidents, medical and legal malpractice, insurance bad faith, product liability, and police brutality cases. Jack’s seasoned expertise and relentless pursuit of justice have made him a beloved mentor and a sought-after lecturer. He regularly shares his wisdom on trial practices and various legal issues at seminars attended by both lawyers and physicians. He is also a distinguished member of the Plaintiff Trial Academy faculty under the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, where he teaches trial techniques to fellow attorneys. His exemplary service has not gone unnoticed. Jack has held the presidency of several notable legal associations, including the American Board of Trial Advocates (Los Angeles Chapter), the Italian American Lawyers Association, and the Cowboy Lawyers Association. Moreover, he has earned the highest status of Diplomate with the American Board of Trial Advocates and has been voted as Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Association. His peers consistently recognize his excellence, nominating him annually for the Super Lawyers of Southern California list since 2005. Jack is passionate about nurturing the next generation of legal minds, finding great joy in mentoring young lawyers and celebrating their professional growth. Outside the courtroom, he enjoys spending quality time riding horses with his wife.

Dennis J. Sherwin

Los Angeles personal injury lawyer Dennis J. Sherwin has dedicated his practice to representing the injured in personal injury cases. He has successfully tried dozens of cases to verdict and obtained numerous multi-million dollar settlements, including for families of deceased victims in wrongful death cases. Mr. Sherwin received his BA from Cal State Northridge in 1969 and his JD from Loyola University School of Law in 1972. He is a member of the California and Los Angeles Bar Associations, the Inland Empire Bar Association, the Consumer Attorneys of California, and the Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles. He has served as a member of the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California and as a Superior Court Arbitrator and independent mediator.

Dennis J. Sherwin

Los Angeles personal injury lawyer Dennis J. Sherwin has dedicated his practice to representing the injured in personal injury cases. He has successfully tried dozens of cases to verdict and obtained numerous multi-million dollar settlements, including for families of deceased victims in wrongful death cases. Mr. Sherwin received his BA from Cal State Northridge in 1969 and his JD from Loyola University School of Law in 1972. He is a member of the California and Los Angeles Bar Associations, the Inland Empire Bar Association, the Consumer Attorneys of California, and the Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles. He has served as a member of the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California and as a Superior Court Arbitrator and independent mediator.