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Michael Brevda

Michael Brevda

Brevda Legal

16+ Years

Legal Experience

About Michael Brevda

Michael Brevda is a distinguished partner at Senior Justice Law Office, focusing his practice on nursing home mistreatment litigation. He is one of the few attorneys in the United States who dedicates his career to holding negligent nursing homes and assisted living facilities accountable. His expertise in this sub-specialty has led him to regularly lecture on elder mistreatment litigation and be featured in media interviews.

Michael Brevda holds an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting the highest standards of professional ability and ethics as recognized by his peers. He also received the Martindale-Hubbell "Client Champion" award for his dedicated advocacy on behalf of injured clients. In 2012, he became a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum after achieving a verdict exceeding $1 million as lead counsel.

His accolades include recognition by Florida Trend Magazine as a Legal Elite “Up and Comer” and “Top Lawyer.” From 2014 to 2020, he was named one of Florida’s Top 40 Under 40 Plaintiff lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association. Additionally, from 2015 to 2020, he was acknowledged as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine. Since 2014, he has consistently received the Client’s Choice Award from Avvo, highlighting his commitment to client satisfaction.

Recently, Michael was honored as one of the top ten 'Top Nursing Home Lawyers' by National Trial Lawyers Magazine. His personal commitment to fighting elder abuse is reflected in his personalized attention to each case and his strong rapport with clients, as evidenced by near-perfect online reviews. Michael Brevda’s dedication to combating nursing home neglect remains unwavering.

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

Nursing Home Abuse

Illinois Car Accident Laws

Understanding Illinois'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

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$20K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Michael Brevda specialize in?

Michael Brevda specializes in nursing home mistreatment litigation, focusing on cases involving negligence in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

What recognitions has Michael Brevda received?

Michael Brevda has been recognized by Martindale-Hubbell, Florida Trend Magazine, National Trial Lawyers Association, and Super Lawyers Magazine, among others.

How does Michael Brevda engage with the community?

He regularly lectures on elder mistreatment litigation and is featured in media interviews for his expertise in nursing home abuse cases.

What is Michael Brevda's approach to client relationships?

Michael Brevda is known for his personalized attention to each case and strong rapport with clients, as demonstrated by excellent online reviews.

Contact Information

2260 N Elston Ave Chicago IL 60614
Cook County, IL
8883759998 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Michael for a free case review

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