McKennon Law - Newport Beach, CA
McKennon Law Group PC is a nationally recognized insurance litigation and ERISA employee benefits law firm based in Newport Beach, California. Led by veteran litigator Robert J. McKennon, the firm champions policyholders against major insurance carriers in high-stakes disputes involving denied long-term disability, life insurance, bad faith claims, and ERISA appeals, recovering millions of dollars for clients throughout California and across the United States.
Dedicated Insurance Bad Faith and ERISA Litigation in Newport Beach, California
When an insurer unlawfully delays, undervalues, or denies your valid insurance claim, the emotional and financial consequences can be devastating. Headquartered at 20321 SW Birch Street in Newport Beach, McKennon Law Group PC is widely recognized as one of California premier insurance litigation and employee benefits law firms. Founding shareholder Robert J. McKennon spent the first 25 years of his distinguished legal career defending major insurance corporations, giving the firm an unmatched insider understanding of insurer tactics, claims handling algorithms, and defense strategies. Whether you need a lawyer immediately to dispute a sudden disability benefits cutoff or wish to hire an attorney to file an insurance bad faith lawsuit, the firm delivers aggressive and strategic advocacy to hold insurers accountable.
Long-Term Disability and ERISA Employee Benefits Claims
Securing long-term disability benefits under employer-sponsored plans is governed by the intricate and strict procedural guidelines of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. Navigating administrative deadlines and compiling medical proof requires seasoned legal counsel. Functioning as premier employment and labor lawyers and employee benefit advocates, the firm handles matters including:
- Long-term disability insurance claims: Challenging unjust denials and terminations by private and group disability carriers such as Unum, MetLife, Prudential, Hartford, and Lincoln Financial.
- Administrative ERISA appeals: Building exhaustive administrative evidentiary records with comprehensive medical opinions, vocational reports, and functional capacity assessments.
- Federal court ERISA litigation: Prosecuting federal lawsuits under Section 502(a) of ERISA to overturn arbitrary and capricious insurer benefit denials.
- Short-term disability transitions: Guiding disabled professionals through crucial transition periods from short-term to long-term coverage without forfeiture of rights.
Life Insurance Denials, Accidental Death, and Bad Faith Lawsuits
Beyond disability coverage, McKennon Law Group PC aggressively litigates individual insurance policies and corporate bad faith across Southern California state and federal courts. As skilled contract lawyers and business litigation lawyers, the team represents beneficiaries and policyholders in:
- Life insurance claim denials: Defeating insurer rescission attempts based on alleged material misrepresentation, lapse in premium payment, or application contestability.
- Accidental death and dismemberment claims: Overcoming insurer exclusions regarding preexisting conditions, medical procedures, or alleged intoxication.
- Insurance bad faith litigation: Holding carriers legally liable for unreasonable delays, failure to investigate, and lowball settlements, pursuing substantial emotional distress and punitive damages.
- Long-term care and health insurance claims: Forcing health and eldercare insurers to pay for medically necessary treatments, skilled nursing facilities, and cognitive care.
Results-Driven Representation with Free Consultations
Having recovered hundreds of millions of dollars from major insurance carriers, McKennon Law Group PC has earned top accolades including Best Insurance Litigation Law Firm of the Year and Southern California Super Lawyers honors. The firm offers contingency fee options and flexible arrangements, ensuring injured and disabled individuals can seek justice against well-funded insurers without financial stress. If you need to find a lawyer who will champion your claim against bad faith practices, contact McKennon Law Group PC at 949-504-5381 to schedule your free consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the commercial Bayview business park area of Newport Beach, adjacent to the John Wayne Airport and the San Diego Freeway.
Building Location
It is a modern two-story Class B office building built in 1991, known as the Bayview Office Property. The building features covered and surface parking, with an elegant, professional exterior, located near the intersection of Southwest Birch Street and Orchard Drive.
Parking Details
The office complex has a private surface and covered parking lot providing 60 combined parking spots on-site for tenants and clients.
Public Transit
Served by Orange County Transportation Authority Route 178 (UC Irvine); nearest stop is at Irvine-Orchard.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main double-door entrance of the Bayview Office Property, utilize the stairs or elevator to proceed to the second floor, and proceed to the reception desk of McKennon Law in Suite 200.