Ralph Charles Buss

Ralph Charles Buss

4.2
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 59 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Painesville, OH
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense

168 E High St, Painesville, OH

About Ralph

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 60%

injuries that involve motorcycle accidents. Serious orthopedic injuries, neurological injuries and wrongful death.

49 years | 2,500 cases

60%
Criminal Defense 40%

We have represented clients in police misconduct cases, DUI/OVI cases (Blood & Breath), drug offenses, licensing issues, offenses of violence and organized criminal enterprise charges. (RICO)

49 years | 900 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 13 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2013

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 15 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2010

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kentucky for 30 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 59 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1966

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in West Virginia for 30 years

State: West Virginia

Acquired: 1995

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1992

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Ralph C. Buss Law Office

168 E High St, Painesville, OH, 44077

Law Office of Ralph C. Buss

168 E High St, Po Box 705, Painesville, OH, 44077-3434

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Ralph Charles Buss's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Unprofessional and ineffective

Hired him to represent me after I was injured in an auto accident several years ago. He dealt with the insurance company on my behalf but ultimately talked me into settling for car repairs and medical bills which the insurance would have paid anyway. They also paid me an additional $1000 for my injur...ies, of which Mr. Buss took his one third cut. Instead of working on my behalf, I felt that he took the easy way to make a few hundred bucks almost as if he was working for the insurance company. In retrospect I should have been suspicious that he had a contact/relationship with someone at the insurance company. Now I have lingering pain and a degenerative condition due to the accident and I am forced to pay for it all, with no compensation from the insurance company because Ralph Buss was too lazy to actually work my case. I think he works on "volume" that is, if he takes on lots of cases and settles them all quickly, then he makes his fast cash that way. Instead of really putting time into fewer cases which would get better results. He comes across as a little befuddled, and probably should have retired by now.

Ralph Buss

Replied last August 20, 2018

This case involved a minor accident with dramatic pre-existing conditions. The client was not happy with the reality of the situation. Twice, we attempted to withdraw from representation, but he asked us to stay on. When we were able to secure the additional money, he terminated our services and tried to collect the entire settlement amount without paying fees or expenses.

Posted by Roberto | June 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent, highly skilled attorney who cares more about his clients than his bank account.

Ralph Buss defended me against criminal accusations of assault by a female employee which were untrue. The motive behind her allegations was a romantic interest toward me that I made known to her was not mutual which she did not accept well. Ralph showed genuine compassion toward my situation and wa...s a tremendous comfort to me during one of the most fearful times in my life. Through Ralph's skillful efforts he was able to persuade the prosecutor to totally dismiss the charges without the necessity of trial (for which he would have made a lot more money). Ralph is an excellent lawyer who is very compassionate and cares more about his clients than his bank account.

Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2015 | Wrongful Death

Compenstaion for wrongrul death

M.r Buss and his staff are the most knowledgeable attorneys that I have come across for the situation that I needed them for. He is very trustworthy, aggressive and he went above and beyond the call of duty to help me with my case of a wrongful death of my husband. Mr. Buss kept me and my family in...formed from the very beginning to the end of my case. The settlement that he got for me was outstanding and helped me and my family get through the tough times by consulting with us on each and every step of the procedure of the case. He has a very well known reputation on the injured motorcyclists and how to take care of the family in need. If I had any questions about my case I was able to call the office and talk to the staff or simply just call him and the questions were answered. Thank you again Mr. Ralph Buss and staff for all the time and effort that you put into helping those in need when accident occurs.

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Ralph Charles Buss's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Herman

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ralph is a tireless advocate for his clients. He is a master litigator, a trusted advisor, and a strong person to have in your corner when the chips are down. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jerri Mitchell-Tharp

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ralph is an amazing attorney with an impressive dedication to his clients. He is the most passionate representative for the motorcycling community. Personally, I am honored to know him and to have worked with him. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Biales

Motorcycle accident lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have tried cases for 23 years and Ralph C. Buss is one of the finest, most skilled litigators I have ever had the honor of knowing. I once spent 3 days away from my very busy practice to sit second chair to Ralph at a jury trial for no other reason than my hope to gain insight into this man's extraordinarily remarkable trial skills. Not only is Ralph one of the finest trial lawyers I have ever had the privilege of working with he is also one of the finest human beings I have ever known. The compassion I have seen Ralph show toward his clients and the charitable work I have seen him perform for the less fortunate in our community without any thought of personal gain make me want to be around him at any opportunity I have been given to do so. He has a spiritual integrity and love of his fellow human that I pray that I may some day possess if even to a fraction of the extent of what he possesses. He is an excellent lawyer and human being."

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Howard Skolnick

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ralph is a competent, accomplished and experienced trial attorney who cares deeply for his clients."

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Joseph Ritzo

Motorcycle accident lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sam Hochberg

Motorcycle accident lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ralph has been doing great work for injured bikers for many years!"

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Martin Fox

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the most experienced and qualified motorcycle injury attorneys in the United States."

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Boyd Spencer

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Dedicated Sponsor, H.O.G. Ohio rally

2016

Dedicated Sponsor, H.O.G. Kentucky Rally

2015

Dedicated Sponsor, NHRA Drag Racing Warren HD

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 1% in the Nation, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Outstanding Proffessional acheivement, Kentucky Bar Association

2002

Silver spoke legal award, National Coalition of Motorcycles

Work Experience

1977 - Present

Attorney, Self Employed Attorney

Associations

2015 - Present

United States District Court of Sourthern District of Ohio

Attorney

2014 - Present

Abate of MI

Member

2014 - Present

MIchighan Confedration of Clubs

legal counsel for

2013 - Present

Michighan Bar Association

Attorney Member

2010 - Present

Indian American Bar Association

Attorney Member

2000 - Present

Abate of W.V.

Member

1995 - Present

Confederation of Clubs WV & KY

Legal Counsel

1995 - Present

West Virginia Bar Associaton

Attorney Member

1991 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Attorney Member

1990 - Present

Kentucky Motorcycle Association

Member

1990 - Present

MRF

Member

1990 - Present

HOG Club

Member

1990 - Present

GWRRA

Member

1990 - Present

CMRO

Member

1990 - Present

BMW Riders Association

Member

1980 - Present

Texs Association of Criminal defense lawyers

Attorney Member

1980 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

1980 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Attorney Member

1980 - Present

Pennsylavania Association for Justice

Attorney Member

1980 - Present

West Virginia Association for Justice

Attorney Member

1978 - Present

Abate of Ohio

Member

1975 - Present

Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

1975 - Present

AMA

Member

1973 - Present

American Association for Justice

Attorney Member

1972 - Present

Kentucky Justice Association

Attorney Member

1972 - Present

Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys

Attorney Member

1972 - Present

Defense Research Institute

Attorney Member

1972 - Present

Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys

Attorney Member

1970 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Attorney Member

1970 - Present

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

1966 - Present

Cleveland Bar Association

Attorney Member

1966 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Attorney Member

1962 - Present

Ohio Association for Justice

Attorney Member

2001 - 2016

H.O.G. Ohio rally

Sponsor

Sample of Legal Cases

Girdham vs. Pearson

$218,000

Donna Davis vs Jeffery E Blunt

settlement in excess of one million

Daniel R. Morgan vs Jack D. Hopkins

settlement $500.000

Brandon Gockerell vs Lois J Dutton

settlement for excess one million

Jonathon E. Hunter vs Shelby Hurley

settlement in excess for million dollars

Eugene W. Miller vs Kimberely Ivary

settlement in excess of $750.000

Eugene W. Miller vs Kimberely Ivary

settlement of $750.000

Eric Masten vs William Dorsey

settlement $750.000

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Education

1966

Cleveland State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1962

western reserve univeristy

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Confederation of Clubs Meetings

What Is New Under Criminal Law

2013

Annual Meeting of Abate of PA

Bikers Discrimination

2012

Biker Discrimintaion

Kentucky Annual Meeting

2008

Motorcycle Awarness Rally

Motorcyle Safety

2006

Annual Ncom Convention

Biker Discrimination

2005

Annual Ncom Convention

Biker Discrimination

2002

Annual Ncom Meeting

Biker Discrimination

2001

Ncom

Discrimination of Bikers

2001

Confederation of Clubs WV

Biker Discrimintaion

Publications

2016

Constitutional Review Riders Rights Handbook

2016

Ridin On Magazine Legal Briefs

2016

2015

Ridin On Magazine Lock it or Lose it

2015

Ridin On Magazine Motorcycle Awareness & You

2014

Ohios Concealed Statute Right to Carry and When

2014

Ridin On Magazine What NOT to do after accident

2014

Ridin On Magazine Ohio Veterans Bonus Program

2013

Animals vs Motor Vehicles Road Kill

2002

Full Throttle Ohio/Kentucky Full Throttle

1981

Congress USA First Anti-Bike & Anti Discrimination Bill

Languages

English

Activity

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