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4.8 /5.0
11 Client Reviews
$ 185-225 per hour
PRO
Donald Lee Poynter
Virtual Consultation Available
About Donald
Biography
Donald Poynter is a personal injury attorney and founding partner of Poynter & Bucheri, LLC, which he started in 1996. He grew up in Morgantown, earned his economics degree at IU Bloomington, and earned his law degree at IU's law school in Indianapolis. His practice focuses on semi and big-truck crashes, slip-and-fall injuries at businesses, and car accidents across Indiana. He has represented injured people in hundreds of cases against insurance companies. Consultations are free, with offices in Indianapolis, Mooresville, Speedway, and Kokomo.
Indiana injury lawyer since 1996, standing up to insurance companies for injured Hoosiers. I focus on semi and big-truck crashes, slip-and-falls at businesses, and car accidents. No fee unless we recover for you. Free consultations. Offices in Indianapolis, Mooresville, Speedway, and Kokomo.
Hurt in a car crash in Indiana? I've helped injured drivers and passengers deal with insurance companies since 1996. Free consultation, and no fee unless we recover for you. Offices in Indianapolis, Mooresville, Speedway, and Kokomo.
Injured in Indiana? I've represented injured people against insurance companies since 1996. I handle cases on a contingency fee, so there's no fee unless we recover for you, and consultations are free. Offices in Indianapolis, Mooresville, Speedway, and Kokomo.
Hurt in a fall at a store or business in Indiana? Evidence like video footage and incident reports can disappear fast. I've handled premises injury cases since 1996. Free consultation, and no fee unless we recover for you.
Hit by a semi or big truck in Indiana? Trucking companies send investigators right away, and driver logs and black-box data can disappear. I get to work early. Handling injury cases since 1996. Free consultation, and no fee unless we recover for you.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
Personal Injury
25%
Slip and Fall Accident
25%
Trucking Accident
25%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-25%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Indiana for 29 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Poynter & Bucheri, LLC
(317) 793-3150
Mobile
5610 Crawfordsville Rd #203, Indianapolis, IN, 46224
pb-law.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Donald online.
Donald Lee Poynter's Reviews
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Posted by Rachel | January 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Don Poynter
Don Poynter did everything to help us get something from our insurance company when they refused to pay us. He was professional and always got back to me in a timely manner. I definitely recommend him if you ever need help in a personal injury case!
Posted by John | May 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Work, Excellent Performance, Excellent Results!!!
Excellent Job Don and Rich!! After a long wait due to the Insurance company not wanting to pay for anything, you got them to settle!! Excellent experience and everything worked in our favor. I would very much recommend Poynter & Bucheri, LLC for anything related to your Personal Injury case. Again Th...
Posted by Julie | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Car accident
Hired them to deal with the insurance companies that were trying to screw me over. They took care of everything, got me a good, fast settlement. I would highly recommend them.
Posted by Donald | July 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Did a bang up job. Great attorney
When the insurance carrier had a lying witness against me and the other driver was at fault Donald still got me a judjement.
Posted by Charles and Tayler | August 20, 2014
Great Legal Service!
Mr. Poynter did a fantastic job on my case. He handled everything in a fast and efficient manner. He always made sure our best interest was put first and he kept us informed! His staff was always helpful and pleasant to speak to! I would recommend him to any and everyone who needs trustworthy and ...
Donald Lee Poynter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Having worked with Don for 15 years I know first hand his commitment to clients and zealous advocacy to obtain results."
"I have been partners with Don for 22 years. He is dedicated to representing his clients and getting the maximum recovery available. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Don's advocacy for his clients leads to the best possible results. Don is experienced, knowledgeable, and well-prepared for any and all personal injury issues"
John Norman
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Lead Counsel Seal, Lawinfo,com
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Partner, Poynter & Bucheri, LLC
Associations
2010 - Present
Indiana State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Truck vs. Semi on Interstate 65
The parties participated in pre-suit mediation and the matter was resolved without litigation.
Overserved patron crashes into innocent victim causing serious injury (liquor liability)
$950,000
Rideshare accident results in injury
$410,000
Slip and fall on apartment complex sidewalk resulting in back injury
$350,000
Education
1996
Indiana University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Indiana University-Bloomington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2027
None
None
Publications
2015
West Legalworks
Court of Appeals Case No. 29A05-1410-CT-490
2014
West Legalworks
WILKERSON, EDDIE V. CARR, ROBERT R., ET AL.
Languages
English
Activity
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08 Mar 2023