Top Car Accidents Lawyers Near Me in Southfield Area

Tim Sulolli has learned that success in the courtroom is not necessarily achieved by trying to impress jurors with legalese. Instead, he has found that the best outcomes result when jurors have a clear understanding of the case.. “What I try to do is present the case so the jury follows it,” he says. “I don’t use complicated legal terminology; I try to keep the case simple so the jury understands it.”. Sulolli has followed that precept since launching his legal career in 1998 and has used it to secure numerous sizeable verdicts and settlements for his clients.. After receiving an undergraduate degree in business administration from the University of Michigan-Dearborn in 1995, he attended the University of Detroit-Mercy School of Law and got his J.D. in 1998. During law school, he interned in the office of Southfield attorney Geoffrey Fieger and took a job there after graduating. After a year, he moved to another Southfield firm and then in 2004, he came to Goodman Acker, where he has been a partner since 2011.. Throughout his career, he has focused his practice solely on personal-injury litigation. He currently concentrates his work on cases involving medical malpractice, vehicle accidents, and premises liability, and has recorded a number of successful outcomes for his clients. In 2012, for instance, he settled a motor-vehicle case for $750,000 on behalf of his client and her husband, who were injured when their vehicle was rear ended by a flatbed tow truck.. Like the other attorneys in the firm, Sulolli believes it’s important for lawyers to be active in professional organizations. He is a member of the Michigan Association for Justice and was elected to its executive board in 2011. He is also a member of the Albanian American Bar Association, is active in the Albanian community in the Detroit area, and speaks fluent Albanian.. While Sulolli enjoys his professional and community activity, it’s his daily practice that brings him the most satisfaction.. “I like helping people who have been injured,” he says.

Steven J. Matz’s concentration is in motor vehicle law, with an emphasis on traumatic brain injury. He is a 1974 graduate of the University of Michigan where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree with high distinction and highest honors. In 1977, he earned his Juris Doctor degree from The George Washington University National Law Center.. Mr. Matz is a member of the Bar of Michigan, Colorado, Texas, and Washington, D.C.  He is a member of the American Association for Justice, Oakland County Mediation Tribunal, and the Michigan Attorney Discipline Board as a Hearing Panel Chairman. He has been appointed by the Michigan Supreme Court as a Master.. Mr. Matz lectures and publishes in ethics, marketing, client counseling, trial tactics, head injury, and legal research and writing.. “The purpose of liability law,” says Mr. Matz, “is to fairly compensate an individual for loss in personal injury. We have the talent and ability to obtain the best result possible for each of our clients.”. Mr. Matz has been rated AV Preeminent (the highest rating possible) by the legal publication Martindale-Hubbell; named by Michigan Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top attorneys in Michigan, a distinction made for only five percent of the attorneys in the state; and has been honored as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the State of Michigan by the National Trial Lawyers. He has also been honored as one of America's top 100 high stakes litigators.  Crain's Detroit has named Mr. Matz one of Michigan's top attorneys.. Most recently, Mr. Matz was honored with the "Litigator Award." The Litigator Award honors the top %1 of lawyers for superior litigation performance.

Michael R. 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 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’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 J. Morse is a personal injury attorney with offices located in Southfield, (Oakland County) Michigan. He began his education at the University of Arizona where he earned a Bachelors of Science in business. He graduated with honors in 1989, and then earned a Juris Doctor Degree Cum Laude from the University Of Detroit School Of Law.. From 1992 through 1995 Mr. Morse was employed with a medium sized personal injury law firm. Then, in September of 1995 he opened his own firm and today proudly employs 150 legal professionals. The Mike Morse Law Firm is now THE largest firm in Michigan specializing in automobile, truck and motorcycle cases. The firm also handles catastrophic construction accident cases, significant dog bite cases, FLSA, FELA, defective hip cases, nursing home cases, complex medical malpractice cases, police brutality matters, maritime cases,and will help clients with social security matters.. Mr. Morse frequently lectures throughout the State and Country. In addition to serving as legal counsel to his clients, Mr. Morse also serves as a case evaluator and arbitrator in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties.. Mr. Morse authored the Amazon #1 bestselling book Fireproof - A 5 Step Model to Take Your Law Firm from Unpredictable to Wildly Profitable.  He has also authored a book, “Litigating Neck and Back Injuries” by James Publishing.. Mr. Morse has received many awards and accolades including being named Lawyers Weekly Leader in the Law, DBiz Top Lawyer, Super Lawyer’s Top Rated Lawyer, and one of America’s 50 Most Influential Trial Lawyers by The National Law Journal and The Trial Lawyer Magazine. The firm itself has been named by The Detroit Free Press as the Top Place to work every year since 2010. In October of 2015, Mr. Morse was the proud recipient of the Spirit of Detroit Award given to him in recognition of his generous contributions of backpacks through Project Backpack that has now donated over 190,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to Detroit Public School students.  He was also named an Amazon #1 Bestselling Author in 2020 for his book Fireproof.

Michael is licensed to practice law throughout the State of Michigan and in Federal Court. Michael graduated with honors from Michigan State University in 2003, earning a collegiate degree in business pre-law. In 2006, Michael graduated cum laude from Wayne State University Law School. Michael has been the recipient of numerous honors recognizing his educational and professional excellence including the Order of the Coif and a Silver Key certificate. He also attended Wayne State University School of Business’ Graduate Program.. Michael is also a member of the American Bar Association and Michigan Association for Justice. He has several years of courtroom and litigation experience and focuses his practice on all aspects of no-fault auto accident law.. In 2014, Michael was recognized by his peers as a super lawyer – rising star in his profession. Michael prides himself in providing direct, personal attention to each and every one of his clients and striving to exceed expectations in achieving excellent results.

Lee Steinberg graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1967. After graduating Wayne State University, he taught in the Detroit School System while going to night school at the Detroit College of Law.. After graduating from the Detroit College of Law, he worked for personal injury firms before opening his law practice 1976. Lee has obtained substantial jury verdicts and awards against defendants, both local and national including British Petroleum, the City of Detroit and numerous insurance companies. He also tried cases in the State of Texas and obtained the first medical malpractice verdict in San Angelo, Texas.. Lee Steinberg specializes in car accidents, the Michigan no-fault law, slip and fall accidents and medical malpractice.  He is currently a member of the Michigan Association for Justice, which is an association fighting for the rights of the injured against large corporations and insurance companies.

I have always enjoyed protecting the rights of the little guy.  Too often the party with deeper pockets wins and I yearn to change that by leveling the playing field.  Everyone deserves justice.

Gerald H. Acker is the founder and managing partner of the Michigan personal injury law firm of Goodman Acker P.C.   Since the founding of the firm in 1993, Gerald has been instrumental in its development, growth and continued success, including numerous million-dollar outcomes for his clients.. Gerald specializes in personal injury law, complex and catastrophic auto accident claims (both first and third party claims), and premises liability claims.. A Michigan native, Gerald received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in 1977 and then got his J.D. from Wayne State University Law School in 1981. Gerald exemplifies his firm's core values of hard work, honesty, and servicing the client above all else and always leads by example resulting in the profound respect of the legal community, staff and clientele alike.. Named Michigan SuperLawyer by SuperLawyer Magazine for multiple continuous years, named Leaders in the Law 2014 by Michigan Lawyers Weekly, past President of Michigan Association for Justice are just a few of the many awards and accomplishments Gerald has received.. He has also long been active in the political arena, working on behalf of candidates who support continued access to justice for individuals. Gerald has served on the national finance committee for President Obama in 2008 and 2012, for Presidential candidate John Kerry in 2004, and as vice chair of the finance committee for the election campaigns of U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow in 2000 and 2006, as chair and co-chair.. When Gerald is not practicing law or being active in the political arena, you will find Gerald playing basketball, rooting on the U of M basketball team, and running.. However, the biggest enjoyment for Gerald is practicing as an attorney and the satisfaction he derives from working with his clients. "It's gratifying to me when I can spend the time that's needed with each family and make sure they get what they need to start rebuilding their lives," says Gerald.

Gary Safir is a dedicated trial lawyer specializing in personal injury cases, focusing on advocating for car accident victims. Licensed to practice in Michigan, Ohio, and several federal courts, Gary has built a career centered on providing compassionate and effective legal representation. His commitment to justice and helping clients rebuild their lives has been the driving force behind his work.. Gary considers it a privilege to stand up for injured individuals during some of the most challenging moments in their lives. He takes pride in listening to his clients, addressing their questions and concerns with care, and ensuring they feel supported throughout the legal process. Gary aims to secure the justice and compensation his clients deserve, giving them the tools to move forward confidently.. Over the years, Gary has recovered millions of dollars for his clients, earning him recognition as a top-rated personal injury attorney by nationally respected legal rating services. His dedication to excellence and unwavering advocacy have made him a trusted ally for those seeking justice after an accident.

Gary A. Goldin has been fighting for plaintiffs’ rights in Michigan for over thirty years.  He has spent his entire professional career in metropolitan Detroit and is a master litigator in personal injury suits, workers’ compensation cases, and social security disability.  He prepares every case assuming it will go to trial.  Gary maximizes his clients’ recovery and will not settle for less.  Gary’s skill and reputation have earned him appearances on television as a TV analyst on the Michigan No-Fault Act.  Gary also serves as a mediator in Wayne County and has acted as a private arbitrator in hundreds of cases throughout Michigan.

For more than 25 years, Evan P. Shaw has provided a full range of effective legal services to address the various challenges faced in the personal injury and healthcare space.. Shaw, who has spent nearly 30 years as a litigation attorney, earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1989 from Michigan State University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1993 from Wayne State University School of Law and is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan and the United States District Court of the Eastern and Western District of Michigan.. Shaw joined Buckfire Law in September 2023 and focuses mainly on first-party auto claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents.He has tried countless personal injury trials and has extensive experience handling a wide variety of personal injury case types, including dog bites, slip and fall claims, medical malpractice and birth injuries.

Eric Steinberg is a managing partner at the Lee Steinberg Law Firm, P.C. He has handled personal injury cases throughout Michigan, helping his clients obtain tens of millions in settlements. He focuses his practice on automobile accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and falls, construction accidents, medical malpractice, dogs bites and wrongful death. He has litigated numerous arbitrations and trials to victory for his clients.. The Lee Steinberg Law Firm, P.C. has multiple offices in Michigan and handles personal injury cases across the state. Our team of experienced and dedicated trial lawyers are recognized as Super Lawyers and have obtained hundreds of millions in verdicts and settlements for over 50 years. We aggressively fight for our clients every single day to make sure they get full compensation and justice.. Mr. Steinberg is currently the President of the Michigan Association for Justice, the umbrella organization for the plaintiff's trial lawyers. He has spoken at seminars across Michigan and is dedicated to helping accident victims.. He works each day to ensure his clients are strongly and aggressly represented in a system that can take advantage of the defenseless.. Eric is licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan and in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.

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Barry J. Goodman has devoted his professional life to keeping courthouse doors open for victims seeking justice.. Always a tireless advocate for his own clients, Goodman sees his responsibility as an attorney in a broader sense as well. He has been very active politically, supporting candidates who share his belief in equal access to justice and taking leadership roles in professional organizations.. A native New Yorker, Goodman knew that he wanted to become a plaintiff’s lawyer from the time he was a child and his father, a postal employee, was injured in a traffic accident while on the job and left him dependent on federal workers compensation for the rest of his life.. “I didn’t think justice was provided to him, I didn’t want that to happen to others, and that was probably the impetus for me to go into law,” he says.. He received a scholarship to attend Bradley University, receiving his undergraduate degree there in 1974. He then attended Stetson University College of Law, got his J.D. there in 1977, and launched his legal career in Florida with a small general-practice firm where he stayed for two years before moving to Michigan.. He worked in two firms, focusing his practice solely on personal-injury cases. On Sunday mornings, he frequently played basketball at the Jewish Community Center, where he befriended another basketball-loving attorney, Gerald H. Acker. The two men began talking about forming their own practice and finally did so in 1993.. The firm’s practice has continued to concentrate on plaintiff’s personal-injury cases and over the years Goodman has recorded some impressive achievements. His biggest outcome occurred in 2001, when his client received a $14.5-million arbitration award to pay for medical and related costs stemming from injuries she received when faulty sub-surface wiring caused a manhole cover to fly up and strike a car in which she was a passenger. He’s also achieved several seven-figure settlements for injured clients.. In addition to his busy practice, Goodman has worked for a number of political candidates who support the civil-justice system. They include working on the finance committees of U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow and Congressman Gary Peters in his quest for the seat of U.S. Sen. Carl Levin, who is retiring in 2015.. He has served on the finance committees of Pres. Barack Obama and Democratic Presidential candidate John Kerry, served as a delegate to three Democratic National Conventions, and in 2012 was named to the Democratic National Committee.. He has received the Champion of Justice Award from the Michigan Association for Justice and the Wings of Justice Award from the Oakland County Bar Association. In addition, Goodman is a frequent lecturer at professional gatherings and is past chair of the Michigan Bar Association’s Negligence Section.. He is also a longtime board member of the Anti-Defamation League, serving that organization as an officer for many years.. Goodman is proud of his work in the broader political and public spheres, but considers his daily work on behalf of his clients to be the most fulfilling aspect of his life.. “I love coming to work every day,” he says. “I love representing folks whose lives have been disrupted due to the negligence of others and helping them to rebuild their lives, helping to give them back a sense of worth so that their future can again be bright. It’s very rewarding.”

A native of Iraq and a Chaldean, Ronita Bahri came to the U.S. with her family as a refugee at the age of 8, settling in the Detroit area. At a young age she became trilingual, speaking her native Aramaic, Arabic (which she learned while living in Iraq and Jordan), and English here in the United States. Bahri, the youngest of six children, was the first of her family to go to college. She not only went to college, but also graduated magna cum laude from Wayne State University in 2011 with a B.A. degree in political science and psychology. After earning her undergraduate degree, Bahri set out to San Francisco for a new perspective on life and to earn her J.D. from the University of San Francisco, School of Law. In 2014, she returned home to the Detroit area after graduating with one goal in mind: To serve the community.. "I missed home," she says, "and I always wanted to be in a field where I could help those in need.". Before becoming a Detroit personal injury attorney at Goodman Acker P.C. in 2015, Bahri worked as a legal and policy associate at Michigan Community Resources in Detroit, where she assisted start-up nonprofit organizations. Having had some courtroom experience interning with the San Francisco Public Defenders office during her third year of law school, she wanted the chance to try cases. So when the opportunity to join Goodman Acker, P.C. came along, she took it, launching a busy practice that focuses on personal injury and no-fault insurance cases.. In law school, she was very active in student organizations, serving as president of the Middle Eastern Law Student Association and chief executive editor of the Law and Global Justice Forum. She was also co-chair of the Student Bar Association's Diversity Committee.. Currently, she is a member of the Chaldean American Bar Association and the Michigan Association for Justice. In addition to the personal satisfaction she derives from helping people, Bahri also finds law to be a fulfilling profession in other ways. "It's a learning experience,” she says. “I never want to stop learning, so that's one of the things that I enjoy about it. And there's a lot of human interaction, whether it's people on the other side or your clients or co-workers. I really enjoy that.". Bahri also takes pleasure from spending time with her family—she has seven nephews and three nieces who mean the world to her. "I wanted to be a part of their lives, they are very important to me." She is also an avid follower of the Detroit Tigers and the Detroit Red Wings.

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