Donald William Wruck

Donald William Wruck

also known as Don Wruck

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Car accident Lawyer at Dyer, IN
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

275 U.S. Highway 30, Galleria Building II, Suite 250, Dyer, IN

About Donald

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 16 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2010

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2005

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 26 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1999

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Wruck Paupore PC

275 U.S. Highway 30, Galleria Building II, Suite 250, Dyer, IN, 46311

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Donald William Wruck's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jay | July 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Car accident

We were extremely fortunate to have retained the services of the Wruck Law Offices. We are so thankful with how the lawyers and staff handled our case. The folks at Wruck and Paupore were always pleasant and helpful in all their phone calls and letters. It was always a pleasure to get their calls. Th...ey explained things very well and made us feel valued and comfortable as we were going through the entire ordeal with our recovery from injuries from the incident which disrupted our lives against our will. We were especially pleased with their tenacious pursuit of the goal of full recovery which was far greater than we could have imagined. We were impressed with the short amount of time it took to settle the case (only a year and a half) which we were afraid would take much longer and involve lengthy court hearings. It was all done out of court and negotiated quickly. Yet we were able to get more than we would have had they had to go to court for us. What we had to go through with the losses, not only financially, but physically and emotionally that we sustained was made a lot more palatable having such a good law team walking through the journey with us. So, we say, thank you, thank you, thank you! to the Wruck Paupore law office! You all did a fantastic job and we will surely not be shy in talking about our high regards for your company. We recommend your practice to anyone your who need help with obtaining justice where justice is due.

Posted by James | June 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Wonderful Experience

I can't say enough about Don Wruck and the staff at Wruck Paupore PC Law Offices. When we were in our accident we were already very shaken and confused and in pain. Don and his staff took over with a gentle hand and took care of everything. Once we submitted all of the requested paperwork they han...dled everything. It took a little over a year to settle our case but they got us a much larger settlement than we ever imagined. Nicole and Susan were wonderful to work with and were always available to answer any questions we had. I would highly recommend this firm, they are truly caring people.

Posted by Donna | April 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Simply the Best

Keep in mind, there are hundreds of attorneys out here and choosing one can be stressful and devastating if you choose the wrong one. This is why I would like to take this time to share my experience with Donald Wruck, who handled my case. Mr. Wruck took my case with ease. His office took immedi...ate action when I hired them. I received information in a matter of days from when I hired them. The information was easy to understand and had step by step instruction as to how and what is needed from me. The professionalism was awesome. If I had questions, I could contact Mr. Wruck's office and if his office didn't have an answer, Mr. Wruck would get back with me in a short time. The office staff was amazing as well. They all worked together smoothly and had the upmost respect and patience for their clients. I never had to hire an attorney before and I made the right choice when I hired Donald Wruck and his team. If I would grade Mr. Wruck's team, I would definitely give his team the highest grade possible. I truly had no doubt that they had my best interest in mind. I highly recommend Donald Wruck partners and team. Have no doubt, they will make you feel at ease and do their absolute best for you just as they did for me. I have no regrets.

Posted by Mary | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

The lawyer you pick does make a difference!

I was injured in a car accident in Indiana and suffered a concussion. The first lawyer I hired got a top offer of only $3000. I knew that this was not fair and switched to Don Wruck at Wruck Paupore, who was referred by a friend. Don knew how to handle a concussion case and how to deal with an... insurance company that was being unreasonable. In January 2019, my case was settled for just under $1 million, and now no longer have to worry about my future. Wruck Paupore made all of the difference. Thank you, thank you!!

Posted by Melissa | January 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Beyond Satisfied

I would recommend Don Wruck and his caring staff to anyone who has been in a car accident. I got boxes full of attorneys brochures and I chose Don Wruck and could not be more pleased with what Don and his great people have done for me and my family during a very trying time in my life I would not rec...ommend State Farm for a Insurance company they don't care about there customers and made my case much harder than it needed to be and they tried EVERYTHING to make me look like I didn't have injuries from the accident and without the help of Don and his staff I would be in great debt with medical bills I cant Thank Don and his staff enough for all they have done for me and for not throwing in the towel when I wanted to they kept fighting for me it took over 5 years but they always had my back I would like to personally thank Netta Flowers, Nicole Florek, and all the other support staff for the last 5 plus years you all stood by me and fought a tuff fight there will never be enough words to Express my thanks to all of you

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Donald William Wruck's Lawyer Endorsements

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Keith Medved

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely skilled and competant. He is motivated by a desire to help people recovery what is fair for their injuries, and fight the fight against large insurance companies."

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Kevin Smith

Personal injury lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Have known Don for nearly 10 years and know that he is a dedicated hard-working attorney who helps injured people recover what is owed to them as a result of the wrong doing of another."

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David Wilson

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've known Don for more than 10 years, and have found him to be an excellent attorney, all the while maintaining a high degree of professionalism and civility."

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Karl Hand

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Babcock

Unknown lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Keith Medved

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Babcock

Personal injury lawyer

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David Wilson

Insurance lawyer

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Geoffrey Giorgi

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Kevin Smith

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Indiana Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Indiana Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top Rated, A/V Preeminent, Martindale Hubbell

Work Experience

2000 - Present

General Counsel, Lake County CASA

1999 - Present

Founding Partner, Wruck Paupore PC

1999 - 2000

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, State Prosecutor's Office Of Lake County, Indiana

1997 - 2010

Adjunct Professor, Valparaiso University

Associations

2002 - Present

American Trial Lawyers Association, Nursing Home Litigation Group

Attorney Member

1999 - Present

American Association for Justice

Attorney Member

1999 - Present

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

Member

Indiana State Bar Association

Attorney Member

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

Lake County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2002 - 2009

Republican National Lawyers Association

Board Member

1999 - 2005

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

Education

1996

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Carthage College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Lake County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Wireless and Paperless Law Office

2012

Valparaiso University Law Day

Building a Successful Law Practice

2012

Lake County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Law Office Technology

2011

Lake County Bar Association

Paperless Office

2010

Valparaiso University Law Day

Building a Successful Law Practice

2010

Valparaiso University

Trial Practice Course

2010

Nursing Home Abuse Conference

Litigating Nursing Home Cases

2007

Indiana State Bar

Nursing Home Abuse Litigation

Publications

2011

CLE Paperless Office Guide for Small Firms

2010

ICLEF Litigating Nursing Home Cases

2005

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) Nursing Home Cases and Indiana Malpractice Act

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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