Robert Duane Erney

Robert Duane Erney

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 41 years

Car accident Lawyer at Columbus, OH
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Trucking Accident ... +2 more

1654 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH

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Practice Areas

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Cost

Contingency

30%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 41 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1984

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Location

Robert D. Erney & Associates Co., LPA

1654 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH, 43203

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Robert Duane Erney's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Car Accident ripoff

I was referred to him for my car accident. While he and his staff seemed kind I was mislead, He gave me a proposal that was to be sent to the person's attorney that would have covered me getting my car replaced. I didn't get 10% of what was in the proposal and he even asked for some of the money back...! I would never recommend him to anyone who wants a fair case!

Posted by Mark | September 05, 2014 | Personal Injury

Deliberate, effective & caring!

I was hurt by a negligent driver on my motorcycle. The driver of the pickup truck who pulled out in front of me denied it was his fault and tried to pin the blame on me. I could tell it was going to be a battle because the owner of the truck had just purchased it and hadn’t even had the title trans...ferred prior to the accident. I contacted an attorney I knew and asked for a recommendation to handle my claim because I had been injured far worse than I knew immediately after the accident. He recommended Rob. Rob came to my home to discuss my injuries and explain how every worked in the legal world dealing with these situations. The hospital bill for the first night exceeded $20,000. As it turned out, I was unable to work for six months and was on light duty for another four months. The driver of the truck was under insured (naturally) and I had more than $30,000 in medical bills and 10 months of lost or reduced wages. Rob worked the case with great tact and got me the maximum I could have hoped for given the circumstances. He also negotiated with the hospitals and care givers for reduced fees which helped tremendously. Rob had all the tools lined up to go to trial and put the truck driver’s insurer in a position where they had no choice but to settle for a reasonable amount. I would highly recommend Rob, his communications were great as was his staff and I felt that he and his staff genuinely cared about my wellbeing, something I thing is lacking at some of the “big” firms that do all the advertising on TV.

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Robert Duane Erney's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jami Oliver

Car accident lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I had the pleasure of working with Robert D. Erney in the early years of my career as a lawyer and more recently as a mediator. He is a superb trial lawyer and puts his clients' interest first. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Erney."

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Gregory Wetzel

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rob is well known, well respected, has a ton of experience, and does a fantastic job for his clients."

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Gordon Evans

Mediation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Todaro

Car accident lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Moyer

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rob is talented, compassionate and skilled trial lawyer. He cares for his clients. +++++++"

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Timothy Van Eman

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent, hard working lawyer. I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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David Bressman

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known of Rob for all my 26 years as an attorney and known him personally for the last 5 years. Rob is a knowledgeable and passionate advocate for his clients. He is a "lawyer's lawyer" one whom I, and many of my colleagues, hold in high regard. Rob is a consummate professional."

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David Orlandini

Mediation lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rob Erney as a mediator. He does a great job identifying the key issues of the case and helping the parties work toward a resolution of their dispute."

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Belinda Barnes

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Rob for many years and have always found him to be a truly fine lawyer and a consummate gentleman. He zealously represents his clients while always remaining professional. He is a real asset to his clients and the legal community"

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Charles Bendig

Mediation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rob is very talented at helping people resolve complex disputes."

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Henry Arnett

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rob does a great job helping all of his clients get the treatment they need and compensation they deserve."

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Brian Bradigan

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Rob for many years and have always respected his professionalism and his commitment to his clients."

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Delbert Newhouse

Personal injury lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rob is a trusted, effective and caring attorney who fights hard for the interests of his clients. He does this without creating ill will, so he is very effective at bringing cases to resolution quickly. He is a community leader who is highly regarded by his fellow attorneys."

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William Ervin

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert D. Erney is a terrific lawyer and an outstanding person. He practices law with unequaled integrity, skill and determination. I am honored to endorse him as an attorney, and am pleased to call him my friend."

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David Bressman

Personal injury lawyer

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Dennis Rathburn

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Mark Smith

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

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2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

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2019

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2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

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2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Best Lawyer-Insurance Law -Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Ohio Super Lawyers

1994

Commendation, Ohio House of Representatives

1994

Leaders in the Law, Columbus Bar Association

1994

Who's Who in the Law, Business First

1993

Commendation, Ohio House of Representatives

1993

Leaders in the Law, Columbus Bar Association

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney, Robert D. Erney & Associates Co., Lpa

1989 - 1998

Partner, Havens, Willis, Erney, Skrobot & Fisher

1986 - 1989

Attorney, Lane, Alton & Horst, LLC

1984 - 1986

Judicial Clerkship, First Appellate District of Ohio

Associations

1996 - Present

Rotary Club

Past President

1992 - Present

Ohio Association for Justice

Member

1986 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1986 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

Columbus Bar Association

Member

National Association of Personal Injury Lawyers

Member

Central Ohio Association for Justice

Past President

National Crime Victim Bar Association

Member

Education

1984

University of Cincinnati

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Ohio Dominican University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2005

Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers Conducting your Own Focus Group

2004

Franklin County Trial Lawyers Association Trials in the 21st Century -- Effective Tools for the Trial Advocate

2003

Ohio State Bar Association Witness Preparation -- The Key to Success

2003

Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers The New Medical Malpractice Bil

2003

Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers Communicating and Negotiating Subrogation Claims in Auto Cases

2003

Franklin County Trial Lawyers Association Evaluating and Settling Personal Injury Claims

2003

Franklin County Trial Lawyers Association Evaluating and Settling Personal Injury Claims

2002

Franklin County Trial Lawyers Association Slow Speed Minor Impact Practice

2000

Ohio State Bar Association publication Expediting the Adoption Process in Ohio Courts

1999

Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers New Authoritative Sources, Medical Malpractice

1996

National Business Institute Seminar Real Estate Litigation in Ohio

1990

Ohio State Bar Association publication Effective Brief Writing on Appeal, an Inside Look at Appellate Practice

Languages

English

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