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I have been practicing Personal Injury Law since 1984 focusing originally on insurance defense and subsequently my practice transformed to handling predominately Plaintiff Personal Injury cases. I handle Serious Auto Accidents, Wrongful Death, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Litigation as well as other forms of Civil Litigation. My background in Insurance Defense gives me an advantage over other Personal Injury attorneys because I learned firsthand how insurance companies view and evaluate cases.
My insurance background also proves valuable in negotiating insurance subrogation claims which have become a very important aspect of Personal Injury negotiations. Subrogation claims are claims made by insurance providers who have paid medical bills on behalf of their insureds and are entitiled to be reimbursed for those payments. I have learned that in order to negotiate an effective settlement it is extremely important to make sure that medical bills are paid as well as subrogation claims. If these matters are not properly handled, a client's credit rating could be significantly impacted. It is important when finalizing a claim to make sure not only a client is happy with his or her settlement, but also to confirm that there will no be long term ramifications from the event.
Proper preparation and attention to detail are extremely important and are the hallmark of Quality Legal Representation. Experience in dealing with both insurance carriers and with lawyers and judges on these cases is essential to providing complete representation for my clients.
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Acquired: 1984
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724 Youngstown Warren Rd, Niles, OH, 44446-3562
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Posted by Attorney Frederic E. Naragon | October 22, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Attorney Blair is a competent trustworthy attorney and has always done a thorough job with every client I have referred to him.
Posted by Lauren | August 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney
In my case, I was hit by a person who was intoxicated, uninsured, traveling at almost 3 times the posted speed limit and then fled the scene. My brand new car was totaled and I was devastated. I knew I had to do something, so I contacted a good friend and was immediately referred to attorney Blair. ...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr Blair worked with me and I would highly recommend him! He listened to my concerns and offered valuable advice. I can’t thank him enough for all the hard work he put in for me!
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt Blair has expertise, as a former Insurance Defense lawyer, which he brings to Court against Big Insurance companies- to Plaintiff's cases. He knows all the inside tricks of the trade, and uses them for his Clients. Brilliant lawyer--gets FANTASTIC results. Knows the law--and has terrific trial instincts. I have had the privilege of working with Matt on many personal injury matters. I have watched his exceptional skills create spectacular results for Client after Client!! If you have a personal injury case? A wrongful death case? An auto accident case? Three words. Call Matt Blair. I absolutely endorse this fine lawyer."
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2007
State of Ohio Child Support Enforcement Agency, Essential Piece Award
1997
Spirit of the Chamber Award, Youngstown Warren Regional Chamber of Commerce
1994 - Present
Attorney, Blair & Latell Co., LPA
1990 - 1994
Attorney, Dragelevich & Blair
1988 - 1990
Attorney, Zuzolo, Dull & Blair Law Firm
1985 - 1988
Attorney, Richards, Ambrosi Fredericka LPA Company
1984 - 1985
Attorney, Joseph Svete Law Firm
2019 - Present
Ohio Lottery CommissionChairman
2012 - Present
Warren Economic FoundationBoard Member
1994 - Present
Youngstown Warren Regional Chamber of CommerceBoard Member
1986 - Present
Trumbull County Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
Premises Liability
2018
Litigating a Personal Injury Claim
2017
Litigating a Wrongful Death Claim from Beginning to Completion
2017
2016
2015
English