Worcester, MA

Peter Merrigan

Peter M. Merrigan, partner at Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP, is a distinguished attorney recognized for his exceptional advocacy and impressive results. Named a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorney and Rising Star by Super Lawyers, Peter delivers outstanding outcomes for clients across motor vehicle accidents, personal injury, maritime accidents, and more. With a background in prosecuting for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Peter brings invaluable experience to his practice. Whether it’s truck accidents or slip and fall incidents, Peter stands ready to champion his clients’ rights with unwavering dedication.

Paul d’Oliveira

Founding Attorney Paul d’Oliveira has over 30 years of experience in personal injury law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He founded the firm, expanding it to 19 offices. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Creighton University and a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University. His pre-med and psychology backgrounds provide a strong foundation for understanding injuries and counseling clients. Mentored by Robert T. Karns, he focuses on marketing and website development to ensure clients can easily find answers and receive top-notch service and settlements. His primary challenge involves managing a large team across numerous locations.

J. Tucker Merrigan

J. Tucker Merrigan, co-managing partner at Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP, is a trusted leader in plaintiff’s litigation. With settlements exceeding $84 million, Tucker’s unwavering integrity and advocacy have earned the firm widespread recognition. From representing over 125 Massachusetts cities and towns in the opioid crisis to his accolades as a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorney and Rising Star, Tucker’s expertise is unmatched. With a background in Political Science from Tufts University and a law degree from New England School of Law, he blends academic prowess with real-world experience to champion his clients’ rights.

David A. Wojcik

David has been practicing law since 1977. His practice includes general civil litigation, medical malpractice, tort claims, employment claims, insurance claims and municipal law. Additionally, David has experience with professional malpractice law, medical peer review, Health Care Quality Improvement Act matters, construction and contract law, and zoning and boundary disputes. David has tried cases in both state and federal courts and has represented both plaintiffs and defendants. He was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in 1977. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut, and the United States Claims Court. David graduated Magna Cum Laude from Amherst College in 1973 and he received his Law Degree from Yale University in 1976. David is a member of the Worcester County Bar Association as well as the Massachusetts Bar Association. He is a Fellow of the Massachusetts Bar Foundation. Additionally, he is a member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys and the American Association of Justice. In 2004, 2006 and 2009-2015 he was selected as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer, was named one of Boston’s Best Lawyers and a New England Super Lawyer in 2009, and has been selected for inclusion in the U.S. News “Best Lawyers in America” from 2010 through 2015. David has obtained Martindale Hubbell’s highest rating for a lawyer, AV Preeminent®, as determined by his peers.

Robert I. Feinberg

Robert Feinberg has the highest personal injury verdict in Massachusetts over a five year period, has the highest personal injury settlement in Massachusetts in 2019, and the second highest personal injury settlement in Massachusetts in 2020, all as reported in the Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly and excluding medical malpractice.

Robert A. Shuman

Robert A. Shuman is a pre-eminent personal injury litigator in Massachusetts, founding his firm in 1978. With over 35 years of trial experience, he focuses on medical malpractice, serious personal injury, and wrongful death claims, including oncology, cardiology, neurology, emergency room, internal medicine, anesthesiology, orthopedic surgery, and chiropractic treatment. He has successfully obtained substantial compensation for victims of nursing home negligence, pharmacy errors, motor vehicle accidents, and negligent premises maintenance. Mr. Shuman is a member of the Massachusetts Bar and has been specially admitted to try cases in numerous other states. He has been recognized as a medical malpractice SuperLawyer by Boston Magazine for 12 consecutive years (2006-2017), received the AV-Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and was named one of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Massachusetts Trial Lawyers for 2010 & 2011.

Peter Ventura

Attorney Peter Ventura is a personal injury lawyer in Worcester, MA. He graduated from Assumption College and The New England School of Law. He served as a former Assistant District Attorney in Worcester County from 1982 to 1985 and has focused on civil litigation for injured persons since 1985. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has received recognition from Best Attorneys of America (Rue Ratings) and The National Association of Distinguished Counsel.