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FIGHTING FOR JUSTICE
Carcione, Henderson & Markowitz, LLP

Defending the Rights of Consumers and Workers.

Carcione, Henderson & Markowitz, LLP is a small firm that gets BIG results. Founded in 1981 by Joseph W. Carcione, Jr. (Retired), the firm is dedicated to protecting consumers and working people in cases involving dangerous and defective products, insurance bad faith, catastrophic injuries, elder abuse, civil rights/police misconduct, and motor vehicle and motorcycle accidents. Our practice areas also include business litigation and real estate.

With a legacy of justice and a record of multi-million-dollar recoveries, Carcione, Henderson & Markowitz, LLP stands as a pillar of strength and tenacity in the legal community. Our firm’s unwavering commitment to our clients has resulted in a track record that speaks volumes. Our successes include the landmark $290,000,000 Romo v. Ford Motor Company wrongful death case, $41,400,000 in Provenza v. Lemans, a product liability case, $16,300,000 in DeLeon et al. v. Fresh Express, a trucking accident in Monterey County, $4,500,000 before the lawsuit was filed against the City of Tulare for an officer-involved shooting, $11,580,772.76 in Dhillon v. Hilbers, Inc. et al., a trucking accident in Yuba County, and $8,000,000 in Karow v. Evenflo Co., a first-of-its-kind product defect case involving a defective mattress pad causing an asphyxiation death in San Mateo County.

Although appealed, the case ultimately settled for $9,000,000. We have achieved a substantial number of meaningful victories across a myriad of personal injury and complex business litigation. Our effectiveness is best illustrated by our results.

Our attorneys, well-versed in the complexities of cases ranging from product liability, auto accidents, elder abuse, civil rights/officer involved shootings, to wrongful death and more, have mastered the art of blending compassionate client advocacy with aggressive legal strategy. Whether facing large corporations or navigating the intricacies of insurance bad faith claims, our firm has consistently achieved results that not only compensate our clients but also contribute to safer products and practices industry-wide.

Carcione, Henderson & Markowitz, LLP has worked hard to achieve the highest standard of excellence in representing our clients.  View our Verdicts & Settlements page to see how our effort has resulted in our winning a large number of cases that have resulted in many multimillion-dollar recoveries for our clients.

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Extensive Legal Experience
Our attorneys have been dedicated to protecting consumers and working people for over four decades
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Broad Spectrum of Cases
From battling corporate giants in product liability cases to defending victims of civil rights violations.
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Track Record of Success
Significant settlements and verdicts that compensate our clients and contribute to safer industry standards.
San Mateo Law Practice
Meet Our Attorneys

Our attorneys are committed to delivering exceptional service to every client, leveraging their deep industry expertise and extensive experience.

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Joshua J.K. Henderson
Founding Attorney
Mr. Henderson focuses his practice on complex litigation, representing individuals in cases involving personal injury, product liability, elder abuse, and civil rights violations.
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Joshua S. Markowitz
Founding Attorney
Mr. Markowitz is a highly experienced trial attorney who represents clients with a fierce advocacy that has been instrumental in favorable settlements and at trial.
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Joseph W. Carcione, Jr.
Retired
Joe Carcione, Sr. was on national television every night of the week instructing the nation's consumers on choosing healthful fruit and produce for 18 years, until his death in 1988.
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Matthew J. McNaughton
Of Counsel
Mr. McNaughton represents safety workers in cases involving California Workers' Compensation Law. His experience includes 30 years as Peace Officer and Firefighter.
If you, or a loved one, are in need of superior legal counsel, Carcione, Henderson & Markowitz, LLP is here to stand beside you. Together, we can forge a path toward justice and recovery. Get in touch with us for a consultation and let our legacy of tenacity and success work for you.
Our Practice Areas

Excellent. Joshua Henderson got me a huge settlement. So much more than I expected. He is a great lawyer who knows what he is doing. If you need legal help your safe trusting Josh.

Martha O. San Mateo, CA

I want to share my great experience! Attorney Joshua Henderson and his team did a truly fantastic job. My mother and I were in a serious car accident, and the police faulted both me and the other driver for causing it which complicated the matter. Despite this obstacle, Mr. Henderson secured a $1.5 million settlement before the Defendant even filed an answer to our lawsuit. His team guided me throughout the process and made sure that I understood what information I needed to provide. Case was completed in a timely manner for both my mother and I. I cannot give a higher recommendation for Mr. Henderson!

Galyna Tolu

Josh Henderson got me an unbelievable settlement. He is very knowledgeable attorney. His staff is great. I am really pleased that I found him to handle my case.

Martha O'Brien