Michael Madadi and BD&J, PC Spotlighted by Forbes & Fortune for Transforming Personal Injury Law in California

In a feature by Forbes and Fortune, attorney Michael Madadi of BD&J, PC is celebrated for his leadership and impact in the field of personal injury law. As Attorney Director of Pre-Litigation, Madadi plays a critical role in guiding the firm’s mission: to hold powerful insurance companies accountable and secure justice for everyday individuals.

“No insurance company wants to cut a check, let alone a big one,” Madadi notes. “These companies enjoy being Goliaths. They use their size and resources to their advantage. That’s where we come in.”

BD&J, headquartered in Los Angeles, is among the largest and most respected personal injury law firms in California. With a team of dozens of attorneys and hundreds of support staff, the firm handles a broad range of cases—from everyday car accidents to large-scale mass torts—delivering more than $2 billion in client compensation to date. Madadi’s leadership is both strategic and hands-on. His day-to-day responsibilities include managing some of the firm’s largest cases, mentoring attorneys, participating in legal panels, and streamlining case resolutions before they enter costly litigation.

“I try not to end up in court, and I like to end cases with the stroke of a pen if I can,” Madadi says. “When that is not possible, I work with our amazing litigation teams to build a case that we can win at trial.”

BD&J’s strength lies not just in its size, but in its heart. According to Madadi, the firm’s large-scale operations are never at odds with its commitment to personalized, compassionate legal service.

“We’re one of the largest personal injury firms in the state, but our size does not dilute the fact that we genuinely care about our clients,” he says. “We handle every case with compassion and professionalism.”

For Madadi and his team, facing insurance giants is a daily battle. These companies, he explains, are often slow to act and rarely offer fair settlements unless they know they’re up against a firm that won’t back down.

“We’ve gone up against a lot of insurance companies, and they know that they can’t bully us,” Madadi asserts. “When they’re doing their cost analysis, our reputation for success is a part of that math.”

With its blend of legal muscle and deep client care, BD&J, PC continues to set the gold standard for personal injury advocacy across California. And with Madadi at the helm of pre-litigation strategy, the firm shows no signs of slowing down.