Bryan Joseph Waldman

Bryan Joseph Waldman

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Car accident Lawyer at Lansing, MI
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking Accident, Civil Rights

3380 Pine Tree Road, Lansing, MI

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 17 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2008

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 33 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1992

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Sinas Dramis Larkin Graves & Waldman

3380 Pine Tree Road, Lansing, MI, 48911

Sinas, Dramis, Larkin, Graves & Waldman

310 Fulton Street East, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503

Sinas Dramis Law Firm

302 E Liberty St, Suite 200, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

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Bryan Joseph Waldman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Choosing the right advocate is key. Choose Bryan!

We highly recommend Bryan Waldman, of Sinas Dramis law firm. From our first meeting, it was clear that we were in capable hands. He approached our personal injury case with unmatched professionalism, compassion, and expertise. Throughout the process, Bryan took the time to explain every deta...il, ensuring we understood our options and the implications of each step. His dedication to our case was evident as he worked tirelessly to gather evidence and negotiate on our behalf. Thanks to Bryan’s strategic approach and thorough preparation we were able to settle for a significant amount. He kept us informed and supported us emotionally during a stressful time. If you’re in need of a personal injury attorney who truly cares about his clients and delivers results, look no further than Bryan Waldman. He is a stellar advocate and earned our respect and trust. Thank you, Bryan, for your outstanding work!

Posted by Jenny | January 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable and competent

My husband and 2 friends were hit by a car while on their motorcycles. They were very fortunate when they were referred to Bryan at Sinus Dramis. Bryan and his staff were very patient and kind and explained the entire litigation process as it moved along. They were always available for questions a...nd assistance, never once acting like it was an inconvenience. Because there were three individuals - all with different insurance companies and all with varying injuries, this, I’m sure, was a difficult case to navigate through. But here we are, almost at the finish line and never once did we question our choice of attorney/firm. Bryan, Bri, Lauren – we cannot thank you enough for your diligence in getting the case in order and having our best interest at heart.

Posted by Lauren | July 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Can’t Recommend Enough

My husband and I contacted Bryan after I was hit by a car last October. He was recommended to us by a friend who had been in a similar accident. From the very beginning Bryan was helpful and transparent. Throughout my months of working with him to receive a settlement he proved not only be a great at...torney, but also a good person. He shared advice with me as if I were one of his own children and honestly gave me his opinion instead of just trying to drag things out to get more money. He made a very difficult process go much smoother with his professionalism and expertise. We appreciate him, and Kriss, so much!

Posted by Rick | April 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Attorney

We have been very fortunate to have Bryan and the staff at Sinus, Dramis represent us after a major traffic accident. Having never been through a legal process like this before, Bryan was very thorough in letting us know what to expect. He was accessible in answering our calls and emails in a timel...y manner and continues to offer his advise even after our case has been settled. He is an excellent attorney and I would highly recommend Bryan and the Sinus, Dramis Law Firm.

Posted by Stephen | February 1, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Exceptionally knowledgeable

Bryan’s knowledge and experience were indispensable when I was hit by a truck on my bicycle. He was incredibly responsive, committed, and ensured that I received everything that was due to me as a result of the collision. His involvement took the mystery and stress out of a very unfamiliar situation,... and I wouldn’t hesitate to contact him if I found myself in need of future representation.

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Bryan Joseph Waldman's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Borcia

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Murphy

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bryan is a wonderful lawyer who works extremely hard in the successful representation of his injured clients."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Bryan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Tazewell Shepard

Car accident lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Other

"I am happy to endorse this lawyer."

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Vincent Lorelli

Car accident lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Craig Romanzi

Car accident lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Fantastic attorney with a great firm."

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Chad Engelhardt

Car accident lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Bryan Waldman is an excellent trial lawyer and leader in the legal community. He has served as president of the MAJ and is committed to seeking justice for injury victims."

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Brian McKenna

Litigation lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Excellent trial lawyer. Very responsive to his clients. He is of the highest moral and ethical character."

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Patricia Gifford

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Gregory Bereznoff

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bryan Waldman has exemplified the highest professional and ethical standards in all matters he has handled of which I am aware. Greg Bereznoff"

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Steven Hicks

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bryan is one of the finest trial lawyers I have ever worked with. He is a tremendously effective advocate for his clients. He cares deeply about his clients. He would be among the first names I would recommend to people if I needed to refer a personal injury case."

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Jesse Reiter

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bryan Waldman is an excellent trial lawyer. He has won a number of large verdicts and settlements for his clients. He also has the highest level of integrity and honestly. Bryan is also a wonderful leader as proven by the outstanding job he did when president of the Michigan Trial Lawyers Association. I highly endorse this lawyer's work."

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Jason Waechter

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. There is no other lawyer in Illinois that I would refer a personal injury (especially vehicle accident) case to. Great trail attorney."

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Michael Larkin

Personal injury lawyer

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Brian Murphy

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Thomas Sinas

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Mionske

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Lawyer of the Year - Plaintiffs' Personal Injury Litigation, Best Lawyers in America

2022

Lawyer of the Year - Plaintiffs' Personal Injury Litigation, Best Lawyers in America

2021

Listed - Plaintiffs' Personal Injury Litigation (2007 - Present), Best Lawyers

2020

Michigan Super Lawyer (2011-Present), Super Lawyers

2020

Leading Lawyer (2016-Present), Leading Lawyers

2020

Lawyer of the Year - Plaintiffs' Personal Injury Litigation, Best Lawyers in America

2020

Top 100 Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2020

Top 100 Personal Lawyer, Leading Lawyer

2017

2017 Lawyer of the Year - Personal Injury, Planitffs Lansing, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Michigan Cyclist of the Year, Programs to Educate All Cyclists

2014

2015 Lawyer of the Year - Personal Injury, Plaintiffs (Lansing), Best Lawyers in America

2013

Bicycle Advocacy Award, League of Michigan Bicyclists

2008

Michigan Super Lawyer (2006-2008), Super Lawyers

2006

AV/Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

2021 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

Member

2021 - Present

American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO

Member

2008 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Michigan Association for Justice

Member

2003 - Present

Coalition Protecting Auto No-Fault (CPAN)

Member

1997 - Present

Ingham County Bar Association

Member, Fellow

1992 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1992 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

American Civil Liberties Union

Chair - Lansing Lawyers Committee

State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law Section

Member

2003 - 2004

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

President

Education

1992

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Grand Rapids Bar Association

Effective Cross-Examination (And Direct Examination of the Unruly Witness)

2020

Washtenaw Bike Summit

Bicycle Law

2020

Downriver Cycling Club

How Michigan’s New Auto Insurance Law Affects Cyclists

2015

Rapid Wheelmen

Bike Law Michigan

2015

North American Bicycle Show

Bike Law 101 & 201

2015

No-Fault Institute XII

The 3116 PIP Tort Lien: Tactics to Avoid or Lessen the Lien

2015

Down River Cycling Club

Bike Law

2015

Clinton River Riders Bicycle Club

Bicycle Law Basics

2014

Tri-County Bicycle Association

Michigan Bicycle Law

2014

ICLE Webinar (moderator) - September

Third Party Auto Negligence

2014

ICLE Webinar (moderator) - January

Third Party Auto Negligence

2013

People's Law School

Michigan Bicycle Law

2010

No-Fault Institute VII

Fighting Section 3116 Tort Liens

2009

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Depositions and Disability Evaluations

2009

Michigan Association for Justice Annual Meeting Seminar

Developing Damages

2007

No-Fault Institute IV

Truck Liability Cases

2007

Auto No-Fault Seminar

Getting Paid Promptly: What Should You Know?

2007

60th Annual Melvin Belli Seminar

Thinking Outside the Tort Reform Box

2006

No-Fault Institute III

Attendant Care Claims: What Should Be Included and How Should It Be Valued?

2006

59th Annual Melvin Belli Seminar

Exposing the Rogue Truck Driver

2005

No-Fault Institute II

Room and Board: Incremental Expense Doctrine after Griffith

2005

No-Fault Institute II

Trucking Claims: Identifying Issues and Developing Tactics

2005

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

Annual Meeting Seminar (co-Moderator)

2005

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

Annual Meeting Seminar (co-moderator)

2005

Advocacy Seminar

Damages: Making the Most of Your Case

2005

58th Annual Melvin Belli Seminar

Estate of Abdul-Baki v Phillip Sorenson, MD: Representing Arabic Plaintiffs Post-9/11

2004

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

Annual Meeting Seminar (co-Moderator)

2004

Medical Malpractice Seminar

Trial Techniques

2003

No-Fault Institute I

How Do You Make and Litigate Home Modification and Van Claims?

2003

Mosby's Medical Case Management Convention

Friend or Foe: Attorney/Case Manager Interactions (joint presentation with Susan Wisser, RN, MSN, CCM)

2003

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

Annual Meeting Seminar (co-Moderator)

2003

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

Ultimate Advocacy Seminar (co-Moderator)

2002

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association Auto Negligence Extravaganza

Trucking Accidents: Identifying Issues and Developing Tactics

2002

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

Annual Meeting Seminar, co-Moderator

2001

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

Annual Meeting Seminar (co-Moderator)

2001

How to Hammer Allstate II

Suing Allstate for Bad Faith

2000

Case Management Society of Michigan (presentation given to Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Flint chapters)

Legal Issues Affecting Case Management in Michigan

2000

Brain Injury Association of Michigan Annual Conference

Protect Your No-Fault Benefits: Do a PIP Check Up Now! (joint presentation with George Sinas and Catherine Groll)

1999

Mosby's Medical Case Management Convention

The Odd Couple: Case Manager - Attorney Interactions (joint presentation with Susan Wisser, RN, MSN)

1999

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association Seminar in the Snow

Privileges and Immunities Under Michigan Law

1999

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association

Annual Meeting Seminar (co-Moderator)

1999

Institute of Continuing Legal Education

Open and Obvious Dangers and Foreseeable Acts of Third Parties

1999

Institute of Continuing Legal Educaiton

Premises Liability Case Strategies and Defenses

1998

The Nuts and Bolts of Personal Injury Practice

An Overview of Michigan Premises Liability Law

1998

Seminar in the Snow

Michigan Premises Liability Law: The Open and Obvious Danger Doctrine

1998

Michigan Trial Lawyers Association Annual Meeting

Michigan Premises Liability Law: The Open and Obvious Danger Doctrine

N/A

MAJ Premises Liability Evening Forum

Trial Tips in Premises Liability Cases

N/A

MAJ No-Fault Institute

Jury Selection in an Automobile Negligence Case

Publications

2019

1999

Michigan Bar Journal "Michigan Premises Liability Law: The Open and Obvious Danger Doctrine"

Languages

English

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