English-Speaking Attorneys

Christopher A. Allen

Clayton, MO

For over 20 years, Chris Allen has successfully litigated serious accident cases throughout the region. He has relentlessly advocated for victims of all walks of life. After working at a high volume personal injury law firm, he started his own firm to better serve his clients and dedicate more of his time to individual client needs. He previously represented large insurance companies, giving him a unique perspective in advocating for victims. He has expertise across the entire spectrum of personal injury law including truck and auto accidents, industrial accidents, premises liability, products liability and workers' compensation. He is AV* Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubble, rated by Thomson Reuters 'Super Lawyers', a National Trial Lawyers Association Top 100 Trial Lawyer, and a member of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is admitted to practice in Missouri and Illinois and earned his bachelors degree from Creighton University and his law degree from Saint Louis University School of Law.

Marco Bass

San Antonio, TX

Marco Bass is a San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyer who thrives on competition and relentlessly pursues justice for his clients. He is recognized in the legal community, featured on MYSA, and honored as one of the Top 40 under 40. Born in Eagle Pass and raised in San Antonio, he brings a unique perspective to his practice, fighting for the voiceless and securing compensation for clients in cases ranging from carbon monoxide poisoning to 18-wheeler wrecks.

Michael W. Krutman

Hamilton, NJ

Michael W. Krutman is a New Jersey attorney specializing in Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, Lemon Law, and Consumer Fraud. He is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney and has been recognized as a 'Super Lawyer' multiple times. He has over 25 years of experience and is also an Adjunct Professor at Rider University.

Kevin B. Miller

San Antonio, TX

Kevin B. Miller is a Founder Shareholder and trial lawyer licensed since 1988, with extensive experience in personal injury and workers' compensation cases, including oil field accidents. He has recovered millions for clients and was voted Best S.A Lawyer in personal injury from 2016-2021.

Ramtin Sadighim

Encino, CA

Individualized care is our specialty at the Law Offices of Ramtin Sadighim. As an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney, Mr. Sadighim understands that every client, case, and circumstance needs a different approach for the best results. He has spent years learning the ins and outs of personal injury law, including five years working in personal injury law firms before becoming an attorney. Now, as a personal injury attorney with his own law office, Mr. Sadighim is committed to providing the best legal services to victims and their families in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. He works with clients on a one-on-one personal basis to understand their specific needs and aggressively fight for their rights.

Sagar Chadha

New York, NY

Sagar Chadha is a Senior Partner and Chair of the Labor Law (Construction Accidents) Department at Liakas Law, P.C. Sagar earned his stripes as an Assistant District Attorney in Queens County, NY from 2010-2015, prosecuting hundreds of major felony cases including but not limited to kidnapping, burglary, attempted murder, robbery, assault, grand larceny, and identity theft. He has also represented victims of asbestos exposure, successfully achieving results against large multinational companies. It was there that he began to build the reputation he holds today as a passionate, no-nonsense attorney with fourteen years of experience who devotes himself completely to his clients and his casework. Sagar joined Liakas Law in 2024. Today, he exclusively concentrates his legal on New York construction accidents and their accompanying workers’ compensation matters. A Queens native, Sagar has a deep respect for the hard work and resilience of the men and women of New York. He understands the pain and frustration caused when work or enjoyment of life is taken away from someone due to injury. If asked to summarize his career in one sentence: Proud to serve the injured and aggrieved throughout New York City. Sagar is fluent in four languages and takes pride in assisting clients who speak Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi at depositions to ensure their testimony is preserved accurately. Outside of his legal practice, he is a founder and former General Secretary of the South Asian and Indo-Caribbean Bar Association of Queens (SAICBA-Q). He now serves on SAICBA-Q’s advisory board. He is also a member of New York State Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA), New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers (NYSATL), American Association of Justice (AAJ), and the Queens County Bar Association(QCBA). He is admitted to practice in New York, and in the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York federal courts.

Danna E. Schwab

Houma, LA

Danna graduated from Vandebilt Catholic High School in 1982, from L.S.U. with a B.A. in Psychology in 1985 and from Loyola Law School with a J.D. in 1990. She has practiced law for over 30 years. Her current areas of practice are Family Law, Divorce, Custody, Successions, and Personal Injury. In 2016, she was appointed by the Supreme Court to the Louisiana Disciplinary Board. For years, she has been the Houma/Thibodaux coordinator for Solace, a group dedicated to helping those in the legal field with various issues. She is a member of the Lawyers Assistance Program and one of the founding members of CASA of Terrebonne. She is a Board Member of the Ladies Carnival Club/Hyacinthians. Her interests include tennis, golf, fishing, reading and embroidering.

Stephen D. Gabrielson

Sartell, MN

Stephen Gabrielson has tried many cases for injury victims in the St. Cloud and Brainerd area over the past 20 years. He is a state and national certified Civil Trial Specialist, an award granted to less than one percent of Minnesota attorneys. He represents clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases, including motor vehicle, farm equipment, manufacturers liability, property owner negligence, dog bites, pet animal attacks, and workplace accident third-party lawsuits. He lives in Sartell, Minnesota, is married with four children, and is active in community, church, and school functions, enjoying outdoor sports.

Andrew J. Cavazos, J.D.

Las Cruces, NM

Andrew J. Cavazos is a Partner at Poulos & Coates LLP, primarily representing plaintiffs in complex medical malpractice litigation across New Mexico and Texas. He has extensive experience in litigation and appeals, handling over a dozen trials. He has been recognized as a 'Top 40 under 40' civil plaintiffs attorney by the National Trial Lawyers and a Super Lawyers 'Rising Star'.

Johnny P. Papantonakis

Houston, TX

Johnny P. Papantonakis is an accomplished trial attorney with over 20 years of legal experience at both state and federal levels, serving as counsel to Roberts Markland. His background in criminal defense has honed his aggressive advocacy skills, which he applies to personal injury and business litigation cases, recovering millions for clients. He is licensed in the Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas and is an active member of several prestigious legal associations, including the National Trial Lawyer’s Association. Johnny is fluent in English, Greek, and Spanish.

Daniel J. Rafii

Beverly Hills, CA

Daniel J. Rafii is more than a high-performing trial lawyer - he’s a compassionate advocate driven by a deep commitment to helping people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. As the founder and CEO of Rafii & Associates, P.C., Daniel has built a firm that stands for justice, dignity, and real human impact. In 2007, Daniel launched his firm after a close friend’s younger sister was kidnapped in a Yellow Cab taxi. What followed was a grueling four-year legal battle that pitted him against powerful insurance companies and systemic failures. The case ended in a landmark result - and set the tone for everything that followed: a legal practice built to stand up for individuals when the odds feel stacked and the stakes couldn’t be higher. It also exemplified Daniel’s core belief: no person or powerful corporation is too big to be held accountable. Drawing from years in the courtroom and firm-building, Daniel focuses heavily on refining how plaintiff cases are managed - integrating strategy, structure, and care to ensure every client benefits from a tailored and meticulous approach. He also spearheaded the firm’s Innovation & AI Integration (IAI) department, empowering attorneys to work smarter and invest time where it matters most: with clients. Daniel believes law is about people, not just process. He leads public education campaigns defending civil justice, challenging misleading tort reform narratives, and advocating for everyday individuals facing outsized institutions. To him, every client’s fight becomes his own. Whether mentoring attorneys, advancing platforms that support working families, or pushing for reforms that protect the vulnerable, Daniel brings sharp strategy and heartfelt compassion to everything he does. Under his leadership, Rafii & Associates isn’t just adapting to the evolving legal landscape - it’s helping shape the future of justice. Mr. Rafii has been recognized as a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization comprised of individuals who have secured verdicts or settlements for their clients of $2 million or more. Mr. Rafii participates in the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities, a nonprofit organization devoted to helping those in need within the Los Angeles area. He has also been listed among the top 100 trial lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers and has also been featured in the organization’s “Top 40 Under 40” list.

Rick Sand

St Paul, MN

Rick Sand is a founding partner of Sand Law, LLC. He is a zealous advocate for the injured and devotes his practice to representing the “little guy” against large insurance companies, corporations, and the government. He focuses on motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, motorcycle accidents, and catastrophic injuries. Rick Sand graduated from the University of St. Thomas School of Law in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is licensed to practice law in Minnesota, Arizona, and North Dakota, as well as numerous Federal Jurisdictions. During law school, Rick worked for the Alaska Department of Administration’s Office of Public Advocacy (OPA). At the OPA, he advocated for indigent clients accused of criminal offenses within the Municipality of Anchorage. Since law school, Rick worked in civil and criminal litigation. Rick has litigated countless cases that have resulted in successful outcomes for his clients at all stages of litigation. Rick’s community involvement has consisted of volunteering at elderly care facilities as well as coaching Special Olympics, most notably as a volunteer during the Special Olympics Winter World Games in Boise, Idaho. In his spare time, Rick enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his wife and kids.

Jacqueline Frederick

San Luis Obispo, CA

Jacqueline Vitti Frederick is a seasoned attorney with over 40 years of legal experience. She graduated from San Fernando Valley College of Law/University of LaVerne in 1980, where she was in the top ten percent of her class. She founded her own law firm in 1984 and has successfully represented clients in complex torts, personal injuries, wrongful deaths, and various other legal areas. She is fluent in English and Spanish and serves as a neutral mediator, arbitrator, and judge pro-tem.

Rodney Mesriani

Santa Monica, CA

Rodney Mesriani is the principal partner of the Los Angeles-based Mesriani Law Group. He specializes in Personal Injury and Employment - Labor law, and is an accomplished litigator and trial attorney. He is also an aggressive negotiator and a well-known and respected labor law attorney. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from California State University Northridge and received his Juris Doctorate from Southwestern School of Law.

Sekou Clarke

Orlando, FL

Sékou Clarke is the founder of the Sekou Clarke Law Group. As an immigrant himself, he has firsthand experience with the intricacies and challenges navigating the U.S. Immigration system. Sekou’s unique vision and personal experiences led to the birth of The Sekou Clarke Law Group. A full-service Immigration Law firm, providing services in Family Immigration, Large and Small Business Employment visas, Sports Visas, Investor Visas, Deportation Defense and Immigrant Injury. The Sekou Clarke Law Firm is quickly making a name for itself in Personal Injury. The firm represents injured clients in Auto accidents, slip and fall and Medical negligence throughout the State of Florida. The Firm has focused on a client based approach to maximize medical and settlement recovery. Born in St. Andrew, Jamaica, Sekou’s work ethic and athletic ability earned him a full athletic Track and Field scholarship to the University of Florida where he was team captain, 10-time All-American, and helped the Gators to 2 National titles. Sekou retired from Collegiate and International Track and field competitions, with a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Florida and a Master’s in Business Administration from St. Leo University. Sekou followed his dream to be an advocate for people whose voices needed to be heard and whose rights needed to be protected and pursued Law School. Sekou achieved his Juris Doctor Degree from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2016. Sekou started his legal career as an associate attorney at a Personal Injury law Firm in Clermont, Florida. Soon after Sekou joined a Major law Firm in Downtown, Florida & New York, as an associate Personal injury attorney and the lead attorney for the firm’s Immigration Department. Sekou’s experience working with Immigrants developed his passion for representation and honed a keen sense for litigation. The discipline and patience from Sekou’s sports background is evident in his zealous approach to fighting for his clients and his unyielding dedication in ensuring that his clients are adequately heard, represented and compensated.

Edward S. Goodman

New York, NY

Starting in 1994, Edward S. Goodman (Ted), has worked to recover compensation on behalf of personal injury and medical malpractice victims throughout New York and New Jersey. He has represented clients from as far south as Camden, New Jersey, and as far north as Buffalo, New York, and has achieved numerous million-dollar verdicts on behalf of his clients. Ted had the third-highest medical malpractice verdict in the entire State of New York in 2010. His contributions to the legal profession have also been recognized by U.S. News & World Report. Starting in 2013, he has been named to The Best Lawyers in America© 'Best Lawyers® - New York' list in personal injury. Ted has also been selected for inclusion in the Super Lawyers® list every year from 2011 to the present. Outside of the courtroom, Ted is a current member of the New York State Bar Association Law Practice Management Committee, as well as a past member of the Tort Committee of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Ted has also provided pro bono representation on behalf of victims applying to the September 11th Compensation Fund. He has been on the Board of Directors of his village’s homeowner’s association for over a decade and also serves his community as the village judge.

Pawel P. Wierzbicki

New York, NY

Pawel P. Wierzbicki is a partner at Block O’Toole & Murphy, specializing in catastrophic injuries from work accidents, premises liability, and motor vehicle accidents. He is bilingual in Polish and English and has secured numerous substantial settlements, including top construction accident settlements in New York. He is recognized as a Super Lawyers 'Rising Star' and by The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40.

Charles Flaxman

Miami, FL

Charles Flaxman, the founding attorney of Flaxman Law Group, brings over 40 years of legal experience to every case he handles. Before becoming a lawyer, Charles spent a decade as an insurance claims adjuster, gaining valuable insight into how insurance companies evaluate and handle claims. This unique experience gives him an advantage when negotiating and litigating personal injury cases, as he understands the strategies insurers use to minimize settlements. Throughout his career, Charles has been driven by a passion for helping people in difficult circumstances. He has dedicated his life to ensuring that accident victims receive the compensation and justice they deserve. With more than four decades of legal practice, Charles has helped thousands of clients recover compensation for injuries caused by car accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, medical malpractice, and other forms of negligence. As a long-time resident of South Florida, Charles is deeply invested in the well-being of his community. He founded Flaxman Law Group to provide personalized, compassionate legal representation to individuals and families in need. With offices in Miami, Hollywood, Homestead, and Denver, Charles continues to expand his reach, offering trusted legal services to clients across both Florida and Colorado.

Daniela Labinoti

El Paso, TX

Daniela Labinoti is a trial attorney and founder of Labinoti Law Firm, specializing in personal injury and employment law. She immigrated to the United States from Albania and has dedicated her 20-year career to the pursuit of justice, achieving an impressive 90 trial wins. She is certified by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy and is a member of the College Bar of Texas. Her personal experiences, including being a victim of negligence, fuel her commitment to helping clients, especially those with spinal, neck, and back injuries. She is known for her relentless advocacy and client-centered approach, treating clients like family.

Joshua P. Geist

Pittsburgh, PA

Joshua P. Geist is a partner and trial lawyer representing individuals and families in personal injury cases. He is the Immediate Past President of the Pennsylvania Association for Justice and a member of the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County. He has been recognized as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer and a Top 50 lawyer in Pittsburgh, and is known for his work in cases involving auto accidents, defective products, and medical malpractice.

Babar Waheed

Greenwood Village, CO

Babar Waheed won his first district court jury trial in his first week as a lawyer after being sworn in by the Colorado Supreme Court. He is committed to representing individuals against powerful entities and insurance companies. As a partner at Dan Caplis Law in Denver, Colorado, his practice focuses on catastrophic injuries, brain injuries, and wrongful death, including victims of drunk and drugged drivers. Babar is known for maximizing client outcomes through deep legal knowledge and creative strategies, being the first attorney to hold a corporation responsible for a felonious killing by its driver and successfully reversing a trial court decision on punitive damages in the Colorado Appellate Courts. He has secured significant judgments, including a $1.2 million judgment for a head injury client and a $1 million recovery for a pedestrian. Alongside Dan Caplis, he helped secure the largest trucking verdict in Colorado history, exceeding $25 million. Babar has been recognized as a Colorado Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2022 and a Colorado Super Lawyer in 2023, 2024, and 2025. He is a multi-year recipient of awards from The National Trial Lawyers (Top 40 under 40 for Civil Plaintiff’s Litigation), American Society of Legal Advocates (Top 40 Litigation Lawyer under 40), and National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys Under 40 in Colorado). He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Babar is actively involved in community service, including the Colorado Legal Committee, Denver Legal Night, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Colorado, Aurora Youth Options, and Minds Matter of Denver.

Eric A. Shore

Philadelphia, PA

President and Managing Attorney since 1999. He is board certified by the National Board of Social Security Disability Advocacy as a Social Security Disability Attorney. He has over two decades of experience and is recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for Employment Law, Litigation - Labor and Employment, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, and Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants.

Steve Brannan

Odessa, TX

Steve Brannan has practiced law in West Texas since 1975. He established his own firm in Odessa, Texas, in 1980, focusing on representing individuals injured by others' negligence. He is a Board Certified personal injury trial lawyer, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Certification in 2001. He is an adamant believer in the jury system and aims to obtain full, fair, and adequate compensation for his clients.

Brian Flahavan

Santa Rosa, CA

Brian Flahavan is a personal injury lawyer and founding attorney at Flahavan Law Offices in Santa Rosa. He provides effective and experienced legal representation for personal injury and wrongful death claims, with nearly 20 years of legal experience and a proven track record of success.