Owendale Personal Injury Lawyers

As a research and writing attorney, Debra Garlinghouse has dedicated herself to the representation of persons who have been seriously injured due to the negligence of others. Ms. Garlinghouse has authored numerous appellate briefs on cases decided by Michigan’s various appellate courts. She is also a member of the Michigan Association for Justice amicus committee, writing and submitting briefs to the Michigan Supreme Court on important issues in personal injury law. She is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and Michigan Association for Justice, and is a founding member of the Southeastern Michigan Chapter of the Cooley Alumni...

Josh works in the law firm’s litigation division, where he focuses on No-Fault insurance lawsuits and helps auto accident victims receive their first-party personal injury protection (PIP) benefits.

Nicolas A. Vesprini earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology in 2000 from Oakland University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2003 from the University of Detroit – Mercy School of Law where he served as the Executive Director of Moot Court Board, represented the law school in national moot court competition, and was an active member of the Student Bar Association Board of Governors, and a Book Award recipient. Nicolas is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, and the United States District Court for...

Michael R. Shaffer earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1995 from Michigan State University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1999 from Wayne State University Law School. Shaffer joined Buckfire Law in September 2022 with extensive experience in Michigan’s No-Fault Law and auto accident litigation. Prior to joining Buckfire Law, he worked for 17 years for a well-known plaintiff firm specializing in auto law. Shaffer’s primary focus will be on first-party automotive claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents. He also handles other personal injury claims including dog attacks, slip and falls, and wrongful death lawsuits.

Michael Simon earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Wayne State University in 1987 and his law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1990. While receiving his college and graduate education, he remained active in numerous organizations, including the Helenic Bar Association and the Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity. After obtaining his law degree, he worked as a law clerk at the U.S. Attorney’s office, the Department of Justice in Grand Rapids and later at several metropolitan law firms. As a Trial/Litigation attorney, he has dedicated himself to the representation of persons who have been seriously injured...

John Kelsey is a shareholder at Goldberg, Persky & White, P.C and has represented hard-working men and women who are victims of asbestos exposure for over 20 years. Mr. Kelsey began his career as an assistant prosecuting attorney and his extensive trial experience led him to Goldberg, Persky, & White, where he put his skills to work representing those suffering from lung cancer, mesothelioma, and other asbestos-caused diseases. John Kelsey manages the firm’s Indiana asbestos docket and assists in the firm’s Michigan asbestos docket. Mr. Kelsey is a Top 10 Asbestos/Mesothelioma Trial Lawyer and a top 100 Trial Lawyer recognized...

Experienced criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor. Also experienced in consumer protection matters, such as debt defense, creditor harassment, and fair credit reporting issues.

Michael Z. Zavier PLC is a specialized practice, dedicated to providing victims of all types of personal injury, as well as employment and civil rights cases with dignified, personalized and professional legal representation. Without any advertising, the goal has been to build a thriving, highly successful practice by performing high quality work and developing an excellent reputation within the legal community and with clients. Nearly all of the firm's clients are referred by past or existing clients and by other attorneys and law firms.

Joseph Engerer received his law degree from Michigan State University College of Law and a Bachelor of Science in political science from Grand Valley State University. He worked as a litigator in the insurance defense field representing several major carriers before joining the offices of Helmkamp, Ellis, and Abraham in 2017. This experience has given him valuable insight in handling cases against large and often powerful insurance companies. Joseph clerked for the Michigan Supreme Court and worked in the state legislature prior to becoming an attorney.

Mr. Engerer’s areas of practice include personal injury, civil litigation, contracts, real...

PRACTICE AREAS Estate planning: Regardless of your age, having a plan in place to handle your assets and health care decision-making in the event of your disability is critical. Having a will or trust can make after-death management of assets seamless. Probate: Attorney Sloan is a premier probate & estate planning lawyer. If you are in need of a lawyer to help you through probate, call Attorney Sloan. Wills and living wills: Whatever your estate planning needs, failure to have an effective plan in place can result in many negative consequences, such as your assets not being distributed according to your wishes at...

Representative cases: $1.9 Million settlement - Trip and fall down defective stairway causing spinal cord injury. $610,000.00 jury verdict - Contractor left open hole at worksite causing fractured ankle. $535,000.00 jury verdict - Car crash causing head injury. $1,500,000.00 jury verdict - No fault claims for injured child. $195,000.00 settlement - Slip and fall on ice at hotel causing fractured foot. $150,000 settlement - Slip and fall on clear water at restaurant causing rotator cuff tear.

Christopher Frayer earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Northwood University in 1991. He later earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2001 from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Chris joined the firm in February 2024 and focuses primarily on medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, birth injury, civil rights, and governmental claims. Before joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Chris served as a medical malpractice attorney at a firm in metro Detroit. He previously represented healthcare companies, professionals, and corporate clients litigating medical malpractice cases in state and federal courts.

Marcello Pedini is an attorney at Michigan Injury Advocates. He has experience in a broad array of legal areas. His practice areas focus on Personal Injury and Dog Bites.

Mr. Pedini received a B.S. from the University of Michigan-Dearborn and his J.D. at Thomas M. Cooley Law School. He has been licensed to practice law in Michigan since 2011.

After completing her undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan, Beth Bernstein attended Northwestern University School of Law where she participated in various community outreach projects. In choosing a career in the law, Beth aspired to honor the legacy and special relationship she had with her grandmother, Estelle. Estelle was one of the first women lawyers in the state of Michigan. Estelle was creative, smart, independent, witty, artsy, fun, and full of life. Estelle was a true inspiration and role model for all women. By observing her dad, Beth witnessed and experienced the joy that comes from the practice of...

Experienced and effective automobile no-fault insurance benefits litigator. My role at Liss, Seder & Andrews is to push through all barriers and litigious complexities to secure my clients with the insurance benefits they are entitled to receive. I have the highest attorney rating by Martindale-Hubbell, have tried numerous complex automobile no-fault cases in state and federal courts, and lecture frequently on insurance and trial practice. I am a member of the American Association for Justice, an Executive Board Member of the Michigan Association for Justice, and the former Chairperson of the Oakland County Circuit Court Committee.

My practice has primarily specialized in representing seriously injured persons in Michigan since 1991. We handle all car accidents, dog attacks, slip and falls which have caused serious personal injuries. We have expanded our litigation expertise into suing banks, debt collectors, debt buyers and credit reporting agencies who defraud or otherwise harm consumers. One of our primary areas of practice is restoring the good credit of identity theft victims or individuals with mixed up credit files. It is our goal to ensure that our clients are able to enforce all their rights against the Insurance and Banking Industry.
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Michael Oblizajek is a veteran in the field of personal injury. He's settled millions of dollars in cases for his clients and is a strong fighter who is ready to take on big insurance companies that have a reputation of denying benefits to those injured in auto accidents.

Growing up in Genesee County during the 1980's and 1990's really shaped my desire to work for the middle class and blue color sections of society for it was these sections that I most frequently saw receiving unfair treatment. As far back as a Freshman in high school, I remember being forced to play on substantially inferior softball fields, with uniforms that were riddled with holes, while the male students had new uniforms, pristine fields and the most up to date equipment. This unfair and illegal disparity in treatment between the genders has carried on into my adult...

Timothy Smith graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science/Pre-Law. He then earned his law degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in downtown Detroit. During law school, Tim clerked for a metropolitan Detroit-based insurance defense firm. He was also fortunate to complete a federal judicial externship with the Honorable Bernard A. Friedman in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. Prior to joining the Mike Morse Law Firm in 2022, Tim was a successful litigator with more than 25 years of experience in...

With over 25 years of extensive experience as the founding partner of the Oliver Bell Group, attorney Alyson Oliver possesses a robust foundation for tackling intricate litigation challenges. She can assist clients nationwide with locations in both Troy, Michigan, and Dallas, Texas. Her determination, meticulous preparation, and comprehensive discovery processes have secured leadership positions in infamous cases such as Phillips CPAP, MOVEit, Exactech, and more. Oliver boasts a well-documented history of representing a diverse clientele, ranging from corporations and class action plaintiffs to individuals and the broader community. Her expertise encompasses multiple types of litigation such as: Product liability Class action litigation Mass tort...

Attorney Tim Klisz is a full service lawyer for over 20 years in metro Detroit. Assisting individuals and small businesses in the following areas: personal injury, car accidents, wrongful death, criminal law, probate and estate planning, real estate law and collections. Free phone consultation available for any area of law.

I enjoy helping clients. My firm specializes in Probate and Estate Planning, Car Accidents, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability. We also do a lot of work in Divorce, Collection and Business Matters. I am actively involved with various Kiwanis, Key Club, Circle K, and Builders Clubs. I am an Instructor at Oakland University's Paralegal Program, a Member of the Salvation Army Advisory Council. Active with Community Living Centers for the mentally disabled and a member of the City of Warren Zoning Board Appeals since 2008.

Lauren Kissel is a Lansing personal injury attorney that is dedicated to pursuing justice on behalf of those who have been injured. She represents a wide variety of personal injury cases including car accidents, Michigan no-fault claims, bicycle accidents, sexual assault, and traumatic brain injuries, to name a few. For those seeking legal representation to access the care needed for recovery after an accident, Lauren is not only a detailed and tactical attorney in handling sensitive casework but a compassionate resource for her clients during what are often confusing and difficult times. She plays a crucial role as part of the...

Large corporations, Big Pharma, and the medical products industry often sell dangerous products that can harm you or the people you love. Products liability lawyers like Jeff work to hold theses companies accountable and help you recover compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering and more.

Whether you've been harmed by a defective medical device, cancer-causing ingredients in everyday products, or addictive products, the law may be on your side.

Jeff is actively seeking to consult with clients injured by Roundup, Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder, JUUL e-Cigarettes, Allergan Biocell Implants, and 3M Battle Guard Earplugs.

Evaluating potential claims,...

Anthony Garczynski is the managing member and principal trial attorney at Anthony J. Garczynski, PLC. Focusing on complex litigated matters for nearly twenty years, Anthony has developed a reputation for integrity and litigation success. Anthony practices in all state and federal courts in Michigan, is admitted to the sixth circuit court of appeals and has been admitted pro hac vice in cases in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Ohio and other states. Efficient Representation. No one should hire an expensive law firm just because they are expensive--successful litigation should never "break the bank." Over the past two decades, Anthony has provided cost...

I am a practicing Michigan attorney since 1976. I am a BV Rated Attorney, the highest rating a lawyer can achieve after admission to the bar for 5-9 years, indicating a very high legal ability and ethical standards. In my career, I have handled hundreds of trials and tens of thousands of personal injury, auto, and worker's compensation cases recovering millions for my clients. I am admitted to practice in both federal and state courts.