About Michael A. Klitzke
Michael A. Klitzke is a distinguished litigation attorney focusing on Auto Fraud and Lemon Law cases across California. He graduated summa cum laude from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2014, where he was actively involved as an Editor for the Law Review and competed nationally with the Mock Trial Team.
Before founding Auto Law, Mr. Klitzke developed his skills at the Auto Fraud Courtroom Center from 2015 to 2023, representing a wide array of clients in both state and federal courts. His legal acumen is well-demonstrated in the case Pulliam v. HNL Automotive, Inc., 13 Cal.5th 127 (2022), where the California Supreme Court's decision mandated a finance company to cover all attorney fees, facilitating consumer access to legal services.
Mr. Klitzke's achievements have been recognized with the 2022 Best of the Bar award, highlighting one of the top 100 verdicts in California. He has also been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2020 to 2023 and featured in the prestigious Who's Who in America for California in 2020.
In addition to his litigation work, Mr. Klitzke is passionate about legal scholarship. He has co-authored articles on significant legal implications, including Sanchez v. Valencia Holding Co., and served as an editor for publications such as "Your Brain and Law School" by Marybeth Herald and "Drones and Targeted Killing" by Marjorie Cohn.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
California Car Accident Laws
Understanding California's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$5K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Michael A. Klitzke's areas of expertise?
Michael A. Klitzke specializes in Auto Fraud and Lemon Law cases across California.
Where did Michael A. Klitzke receive his law degree?
He graduated summa cum laude from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2014.
What significant case has Michael A. Klitzke worked on?
He was involved in the case Pulliam v. HNL Automotive, Inc., which had a notable impact on consumer rights.
What recognitions has Michael A. Klitzke received?
He has been awarded Best of the Bar in 2022 and named a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2020 to 2023.
Has Michael A. Klitzke contributed to legal publications?
Yes, he has co-authored articles and served as an editor for various legal publications.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Michael A. Klitzke for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Michael for a free case review
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