Business Details
19 Years
experience
Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer in Westlake, OH
Mark E. Barbour, Attorney at Law, has provided dedicated legal representation for over 25 years, specializing in personal injury, wrongful death, workplace injury, and business/insurance litigation. With a solo practice model, the firm ensures direct, personalized attention to each case, handling matters from initial consultation through resolution. The attorney personally manages all cases, supported by a skilled team including a legal nurse consultant and investigator.The firm operates on a contingency fee basis for injury cases, ensuring accessibility to legal representation. Located in Westlake, Ohio, the practice serves clients statewide, combining local convenience with extensive legal expertise.
Services
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Workplace Injury
Business Litigation
Insurance Litigation
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in personal injury and litigation
- Our attorney personally handles every case from start to finish
- We work on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs
- Our team includes certified legal nurse consultants and investigators
- We have an AV Peer Rating 5.0 from Martindale-Hubbell since 1999
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Super Lawyers
- Avvo
Services
Personal Injury
We handle all types of personal injury cases including car accidents, slip and falls, and product defects. Our contingency fee structure ensures access to legal representation regardless of financial situation. With decades of experience negotiating with insurance companies, we focus on maximizing compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Wrongful Death
Our firm represents families in wrongful death cases resulting from accidents, medical negligence, and workplace incidents. We help grieving families pursue justice and financial compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional damages. Our experience includes complex cases involving commercial vehicle accidents and medical malpractice.
Workplace Injury
We assist clients with workplace injury claims requiring workers' compensation benefits. Our services include appeals of denied claims, securing permanent disability benefits, and negotiating settlements. We have successfully represented clients in cases involving machinery accidents, construction injuries, and occupational diseases.
Business Litigation
Our business litigation services cover contract disputes, insurance coverage issues, and commercial conflicts. We represent businesses in state and federal courts, handling matters from pre-trial negotiations to courtroom litigation. Our experience includes complex cases involving international suppliers and manufacturing disputes.
Insurance Litigation
We handle insurance disputes including underinsured motorist claims, coverage denials, and bad faith practices. Our firm has successfully taken cases to trial against major insurance companies, securing favorable verdicts for clients in automobile and motorcycle accident cases.
People
Mark E. Barbour
Attorney at Law
With over 25 years of experience, Mark E. Barbour handles personal injury, wrongful death, and business litigation cases. He has received the AV Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell since 1999 and has been named a Super Lawyer in personal injury.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, wrongful death, workplace injury claims, and business/insurance litigation cases.
How are legal fees structured for injury cases?
Most injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning payment occurs only after successful case resolution.
Will my case be handled directly by the attorney?
Yes, the attorney personally handles every case from initial consultation through resolution.
What experience do you have with insurance companies?
With 25+ years of experience, we have extensive knowledge negotiating with major insurance providers.
Do you handle cases outside of Ohio?
Our primary focus is serving clients within the state of Ohio.
What support staff do you have available?
Our team includes a certified legal nurse consultant, investigator, and administrative assistant.
