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John Christopher Bucalo
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About John
Biography
If you were injured at work, get an OSBA Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist to fight for you
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 31 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
John Christopher Bucalo's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
15 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Corey | June 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
awesome attorney
I can't speak highly enough of John. His compassion is second to none. From late night emails when I was so discouraged that I wanted to drop my case to his awesome hearing room skills, John will fight for you. He's always made me feel like I'm his only client which I know I'm not. He's a good ma...
Posted by Jim | November 12, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
John did his job well!
John took the case I had and took me step by step through the legal process. Being unfamiliar with Workmen's Comp and it's delay's, setback's and overall frustration, John would tell me to be patient, explain what was going on. The workplace I had my claim against are "sneaky and underhanded". John, ...
Posted by Shelly | August 28, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Ms. Giroux
Mr. Bucalo kept me informed, updated, and well advised as to my standing as a client. As well as to the settling of my case. Thank you very much John.
Posted by Kim | August 22, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
A ver difficult self insured claim
My self insured claim has been very difficult to say the least . John Bucalo, Atty has kept me informed on all processes. John has been working very hard on this case since 2/14 and , has an excellent job !!!
Posted by Terry | May 14, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
John Bucalo is an excellent lawyer
John Bucalo is the best lawyer in the state of Ohio. He keeps you well informed through personal phone calls and letters. He is very knowledgable and persistant during court hearings. I would recommend John Bucalo to everyone because I feel he did very well for me.
John Christopher Bucalo's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for several years and am well aware of his extensive knowledge of workers' compensation law and trial abilities. He is a top notch attorney with truly excellent client relationship skills. Any person with a workers' compensation claim who is looking for a lawyer who will handle the claim with keen analysis and insight, AND communicate well with him/her could do no better than to retain John's services."
"I endorse this lawyer. My first contact with John Bucalo was as opposing counsel while I represented the State as an AAG. He fought for his clients in workers' comp. cases. John made sure that every aspect of the claim was addressed from lost wages, outstanding medical bills to future needs. He wanted to make sure his clients received the full benefits they were eligible for in the system. After I left the State, my relation with John continued as friend and referring attorney. I feel very comfortable referring clients to John in various practice areas beyond workers' comp. such as personal injury, accidents, and social security. John Bucalo is a well established and respected attorney in this community. His written advocacy skills as well as his oral argument skills will serve any client's needs whether in an administrative hearing or court room setting. I strongly endorse John Bucalo."
"John is an extremely competent, diligent and trustworthy attorney. I worked with John as a Law Clerk for two years, and have known him as a friend and colleague since. I endorse this lawyer."
"John was my successor at a Cleveland area law firm. He is very highly skilled, compassionate and an excellent advocate for the injured disabled. He is one of a handful of attorneys who cover hearings for our office. I enthusiastically endorse John."
"I endorse John Bucalo as an Ohio Workers' Compensation attorney. I've known him for years, on both a personal and professional level. John is a very knowledgeable, professional, dedicated, and hard working attorney who cares about his clients. John and I both represent injured workers and we are active in the Ohio Association for Justice's Workers' Compensation section and as members of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association Workers' Compensation section. When we get together to discuss the nuances of Ohio Workers' Compensation, it's clear that he knows what he's talking about. John is a Board Certified Workers' Comp Attorney who has been successfully representing injured workers for years."
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, Ohio State Bar Association
2005
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Attorney, John Bucalo Co., LLC
1995 - 2007
Partner, Wincek DeRosa & Bucalo
Associations
2004 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
2008 - 2010
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionChair
2006 - 2008
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionVice Chair
2004 - 2006
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionSecretary
Sample of Legal Cases
writ denied
Remand back to Industrial Commission for further proceedindings
Education
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
B.S.B.A.
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Fell through conveyor track and twisted knee and shoulder. I have known arthritis in my knee. Mri
15 Dec 2025
Can my workers comp doctor force me to go to work while suffering from pain and discomfort due to an on the job truck accident?
17 Apr 2025
WORKERS COMP (settlement, future medical care etc.)
02 Apr 2025