Douglas S. Kaplan

Doug was recommended by another lawyer. I consulted with him and hired him. He worked with my wife and I. He kept us in the loop at every point of the case. I could call him with any questions I had. I had his personal cell phone number. His email communication was great I got to see everything he wa...s getting and communicating with the other lawyers. When a law question came up he brought in an expert lawyer to work with us. We ended up settling the case at mediation. We had no pressure to settle he was ready for a trial. He told us that over and over again. I would recommend him to anyone with a workers comp case!

It never is an easy decision for an employee to sue his or her employer. Attorney Kaplan carefully listened to and addressed all of my concerns regarding the filing of a workers' compensation claim. Throughout the litigation, he encouraged me to contact him with any questions and was responsive to ...all of my communications. Attorney Kaplan thoughtfully and thoroughly prepared my workers' compensation petition, and I was awarded ALL of the benefits that I was seeking. In addition to being a highly skilled attorney, he is a kind individual who genuinely cares about his clients' wellbeing. Attorney Kaplan recognizes the profound effect that a work injury can have on one's professional and personal lives, and is an effective advocate on behalf of his clients. I recommend both Attorney Kaplan and his staff to any individual seeking experienced representation in a workers' compensation matter.

My name is Paula. In 2005 I was injured at work when the wheel on an upright piano fell off and the piano fell on me. No one would take my case because it involved a school district. I finally came across Doug Kaplan. Mr. Kaplan reviewed my case and said he would help me. While he represented me ...I had to have several back surgeries and went through countless physical therapy sessions along with pain management. Doug Kaplan has always been there for me. He fought for me when Workman's Compensation tried to take advantage of me and were not being honest. I asked Doug why he chose Workmans Compensation cases. I pointed out that he could make more money representing Other people. I told him I was very blessed to have him as my lawyer and he was there when no one else would take my case. In a world that revolves around money, Doug is more interested in helping people. His answer to why he chose WC cases was that, "when good people are getting beat up he wants to punch the bad guys in the nose". Doug was my lawyer from 2005 to 2017. I can't thank him enough for all he's done for me. He's very professional, honest and wants the best for his clients.

In 2010, I acquired Lyme Disease while on a field job. When the Worker's Compensation insurance company tried to convince me to settle, I was unsure what to do. Doug Kaplan was recommended to me and thankfully, he was willing to take my case even though I lived across the US at the time. He was alway...s honest and upfront about my options, he offered advice without pressure, and was responsive to all calls and emails, often contacting me back the same day. He organized my hearing by video conference to accommodate my location needs, and counseled me through the entire process, from start to successful settlement of my case. I believe our positive outcome will help other patients of tick-borne illness acquired on the job in their cases. I highly recommend Doug to anyone in a similar situation.