Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.

Robert J. Lantzy

Robert Lantzy is a graduate of the Central Michigan University and graduated cum laude from the Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University in 1997. Robert is an experienced trial attorney and concentrates his practice in several areas of civil litigation, including lead paint exposure and child lead poisoning, mold exposure and cases involving other general environmental contamination. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the Michigan Association for Justice, and the Macomb County Bar Association. Robert spent the first years of his legal career as a defense attorney for insurance companies. He was named a Partner at a preeminent insurance defense firm before joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. He has a successful track record of significant trial verdicts and is well-received by juries due to his detailed trial preparation and his presentation which provides jurors with great insight into his integrity and his compassion for helping his injured clients. He has been named a "Super Lawyer" for his accomplishments.

Education: Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University, 1997 , Central Michigan University, 1994

Services: Automobile Negligence , Trucking Accidents , Motorcycle Accidents , Wrongful Death Lawsuits , Dog Bites & Attacks , Lead Paint Poisioning , Spinal Cord & Traumatic Brain Injuries , General Environmental Contamination

Lawrence J. Buckfire

Lawrence J. Buckfire (Larry Buckfire) earned his undergraduate degree in economics from the University of Michigan in 1986 and his juris doctor degree from Wayne State University School of Law in 1989. He has been in private practice since successfully completing the bar exam in 1989. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, State of Ohio, and in the United States District Court. Lawrence is the lead trial attorney and managing partner at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. The law firm was founded in 1969 by his father David Buckfire with the principle of representing clients with the highest degree of integrity, compassion, and professionalism. Lawrence's mother, Vicky Buckfire, joined David in the firm several years later. Lawrence and Daniel both joined their parents upon their completion of law school. Mr. Buckfire has devoted is legal career to helping the most vulnerable members of society, children and the elderly. He specializes in child lead paint poisoning, wrongful death, nursing home neglect, medical malpractice, and other serious injury cases. "Successfully pursuing these cases is the best way to protect the members of our community from future harm," said Larry. Lawrence is a highly skilled trial attorney with a reputation for meticulous trial preparation and presentation. Jurors appreciate his attention to detail and his professional manner. He has won substantial verdicts over his career, including a $ 5 Million verdict in an assisted living wrongful death lawsuit. He is a member of the Michigan Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice . He also serves as a mediator with the Wayne County Mediation Tribunal. He is a contributing author to Forbes Legal Council and is often quoted legal expert by writers covering news stories on established news and information websites.

Education: Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, Michigan, 1989 , University of Michigan, 1986

Services: Wrongful Death , Nursing Home Neglect , Automobile Negligence , Medical Malpractice , Products Liability Cases

Randall M. Blau

Randall M. Blau earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Kalamazoo College in 1993 and his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Detroit School of Law in 1996. He is admitted to practice law in state and federal courts throughout Michigan and has handled cases in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Minnesota and Florida. He has obtained numerous settlements that have been listed in the Top Ten Settlements of the Year for the State of Michigan multiple times during the last decade. Randy has obtained millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for his injured clients. He specializes in medical malpractice, birth injuries, nursing home negligence, wrongful death, and automobile negligence cases. He is a member of the Michigan Association for Justice, the Oakland County Bar Association and the State Bar of Michigan. Randy has been an invited speaker at a variety of legal seminars, an invited member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has been consistently listed in Who's Who in Law throughout his career.

Education: University of Detroit School of Law, Detroit, MI 1996 , Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, MI 1993

Services: Medical Malpractice , Nursing Home Negligence , Adult Foster Care Home Neglect (AFC Home) , Birth Trauma / Cerebral Palsy , Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Dondi R. Vesprini

Dondi R. Vesprini earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in 1996 from Oakland University with a minor in Sociology. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1999 from the University of Detroit – Mercy School of Law where he was on the Moot Court Board of Directors, represented the law school in national moot court competition, and was a member of the St. Thomas More Society. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit in Cincinnati, Ohio. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, Dondi worked for 11 years as a trial attorney for the Law Offices of Lawrence S. Katkowsky, P.C., which specialized in motorcycle accidents. Previously, Dondi worked for the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office for 2 years where he tried felony drug cases and also worked on criminal appeals. Dondi has recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for his injured clients and specializes in issues affecting motorcyclists such as motorcycle accidents, roadway defect accidents, and Michigan No Fault claims. He also litigates wrongful death, automobile negligence, slip and fall, dog bite attacks, and other personal injury matters . In addition to trial work, he has also argued cases in front of the Michigan Court of Appeals, the Michigan Supreme Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dondi’s advocacy extends beyond the court room as he proposes legislation and meets with the Governor’s office, legislators and lobbyists regarding legislation affecting injured motorcyclists and non-motorcyclists alike, including but not limited to the Michigan motorcycle helmet law and fighting to preserve Michigan’s No Fault system and the benefits it provides to injured people.

Education: University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Detroit, Juris Doctor , Oakland University, 1996

Services: Wrongful Death , Automobile negligence , Motorcycle negligence , Roadway Defects , Michigan No Fault Insurance , Dog bite attacks , Slip and Fall , Personal Injury

Daniel L Buckfire

Daniel L. Buckfire earned his undergraduate degree in accounting from the University of Michigan Business School in 1989. Mr. Buckfire was Phi Beta Kappa and graduated in the top 10% of his class. He graduated cum laude from the prestigious University of Michigan Law School in 1991 and has been engaged in the private practice of law since his successful completion of the bar exam. Daniel L. Buckfire specializes in Michigan car accident cases, no-fault insurance claims, dram shop liability, and general negligence cases. His adept knowledge of these areas of law have resulted in numerous significant settlements and verdicts on behalf of his injured clients. He recently settled a claim on behalf of woman who suffered paralysis as the result of an automobile accident for $1,375,000.00. Bar Admissions: -- State of Michigan -- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan, 1992 Litigation Percentage: -- 90% of Practice Devoted to Litigation

Education: University of Michigan School of Business, 1989 , The University of Michigan Law School, 1991

Certifications: Association for Justice, Member , American Association for Justice, Member

Services: Bicycle Accidents , Birth Injury / Cerebral Palsy , Bus Accident , Car Accidents , Dangerous Drugs , Defective Medical Device , Defective Road , Dog Bites & Attacks , Drunk Driving Accident , Medical Malpractice , Motorcycle Accidents , No-Fault Insurance Benefits , Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse , Child Lead Poisoning , Carbon Monoxide Poisoning , Exploding Products Accident , Food Poisoning , Brain Injury Accident , Spinal Cord Injury Accident , Sports & Recreational Injuries , Cruise Ship Injury , Vacation & Resort Injury Accident , Pedestrian Accidents , Slip and Fall Injuries , Truck Accident , Workers Compensation , Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Alyssa O. Moss

Alyssa Orseck Moss earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations and Affairs from Lafayette College. Thereafter, she earned her Juris Doctorate degree in 1993 from Michigan State University's College of Law. A third-generation trial attorney, Moss joined Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. in 2017 and brings over 25-plus years of extensive legal experience. Moss is an experienced trial attorney, representing those who have been injured as a result of all types of accidents, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents and bicycle accidents. She is dedicated and passionate about helping her clients obtain the compensation and benefits to which they are entitled. Bar Admissions -- State Bar of Michigan, 1993 -- U.S. Federal Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, 1997

Education: J.D., Michigan State University's College of Law, 1993 , B.A., Lafayette College, 1990

Certifications: Member, Michigan Association of Justice

Services: Bicycle Accidents , Birth Injury / Cerebral Palsy , Bus Accident , Car Accidents , Dangerous Drugs , Defective Medical Device , Defective Road , Dog Bites & Attacks , Drunk Driving Accident , Medical Malpractice , Motorcycle Accidents , No-Fault Insurance Benefits , Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse , Other Personal Injury Cases , Child Lead Poisoning , Carbon Monoxide Poisoning , Exploding Products Accident , Food Poisoning , Brain Injury Accident , Spinal Cord Injury Accident , Sports & Recreational Injuries , Cruise Ship Injury , Vacation & Resort Injury Accident , Pedestrian Accidents , Slip and Fall Injuries , Sports and Recreational Accidents , Truck Accident , Workers Compensation , Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Nicolas A. Vesprini

Nicolas A. Vesprini earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology in 2000 from Oakland University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2003 from the University of Detroit – Mercy School of Law where he served as the Executive Director of Moot Court Board, represented the law school in national moot court competition, and was an active member of the Student Bar Association Board of Governors, and a Book Award recipient. Nicolas is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, and the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Nicolas served as a partner at a preeminent insurance defense law firm with a focus on defense litigation in catastrophic first-party automobile claims, third-party auto negligence, personal injury, premises liability and general negligence. He represented various national clients and several major insurance carriers throughout the state of Michigan. He has tried cases in both state and federal court and has argued before the Michigan Court of Appeals. Bar Admissions -- Michigan -- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan -- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan

Education: University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Juris Doctor, 2003

Certifications: Named Michigan Super Lawyers "Rising Star" - 2011-present

Services: Wrongful Death , Automobile Accidents , Motorcycle Accidents , Truck Accidents , Michigan No Fault Insurance , Defective Road Lawsuits , Dog Bite Attacks , Slip & Fall , Personal Injury

Michael J. Bonvolanta

Michael Bonvolanta earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2011 from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2015 from the University of Detroit – Mercy School of Law where he graduated magna cum laude. He was admitted to the Frank Murphy Honor Society and served as a member of UDM’s Moot Court Board of Advocates. Bonvolanta is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan, and the United States District Court for the Western District of New York. Bonvolanta joined the firm in January 2020, and focuses primarily on medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, birth injury, civil rights and governmental claims. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Bonvolanta served as an associate at a full-service litigation firm in metro Detroit with a focus on municipal law, land use and zoning, medical malpractice defense and legal malpractice defense. He represented various national clients throughout the state of Michigan. Bar Admissions -- Michigan -- United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan -- United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan -- United States District Court for the Western District of New York

Education: University of Detroit – Mercy School of Law, 2015 , DePaul University, 2011

Certifications: State Bar of Michigan , Oakland County Bar Association , Italian American Bar Association of Michigan

Services: Medical Malpractice , Nursing Home Neglect , Birth Injuries , Cerebral Palsy , Wrongful Death

Sarah L. Gorski

Sarah Gorski earned her Bachelor of Science degree in 2005 from Eastern Michigan University. She earned her Juris Doctor degree in 2017 from Western Michigan University – Thomas M. Cooley Law School. She was a member of the Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity, and Chair of the Mock Trial Board. Sarah joined the firm in January 2022, and focuses primarily on first-party automobile claims, third-party auto negligence, motorcycle and bicycle accidents. She also handles other personal injury claims, including slip and falls, dog bites, and wrongful death lawsuits. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Sarah served as an associate at a full-service litigation firm in metro Detroit with a focus on insurance defense and corporate disputes. She represented various clients throughout the state of Michigan. In her spare time, Gorski enjoys physical fitness and reading. She ran the Detroit Free Press Half-Marathon in under two hours. Bar Admissions -- Michigan -- United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan -- United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan

Education: Western Michigan University – Thomas M. Cooley Law School, 2017 , Eastern Michigan University, 2005

Certifications: American Bar Association , Oakland County Bar Association , Michigan Association for Justice , National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms

Services: Personal Injury , Car Accident Injury , Truck Accident Injury , Motorcycle Accident Injury , Slip & Fall , General Negligence , Dog Bites , Wrongful Death

Michael R. Shaffer

Michael R. Shaffer earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1995 from Michigan State University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1999 from Wayne State University Law School. Shaffer joined Buckfire Law in September 2022 with extensive experience in Michigan’s No-Fault Law and auto accident litigation. Prior to joining Buckfire Law, he worked for 17 years for a well-known plaintiff firm specializing in auto law. Shaffer’s primary focus will be on first-party automotive claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents. He also handles other personal injury claims including dog attacks, slip and falls, and wrongful death lawsuits. Outside of work, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, and son. He enjoys traveling with his family and following his daughter’s theatre events and his son’s football and baseball games. Mike enjoys reading, mountain biking, and working on home improvement projects. He is an avid sports fan and attends several college football games a year. Bar Admissions -- Michigan -- United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan -- United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan

Education: Wayne State University Law School, 1999 , Michigan State University, 1995

Certifications: American Bar Association , Michigan Bar Association , Michigan Association for Justice , American Association for Justice , Phi Beta Kappa

Services: Car Accidents , Motorcycle Accidents , Truck Accidents , Bicycle Accidents , Pedestrian Accidents , No-Fault Benefits , Dog Bites , General Negligence , Wrongful Death Lawsuits , Slip & Fall , Personal Injury

Christopher Frayer

Christopher Frayer earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Northwood University in 1991. He later earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2001 from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Chris joined the firm in February 2024, focusing primarily on medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, birth injury, civil rights, and governmental claims. Before joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Chris served as a medical malpractice attorney at a firm in metro Detroit. He previously represented healthcare companies, professionals, and corporate clients litigating medical malpractice cases in state and federal courts. Chris enjoys spending time with his wife and children in his spare time. He is also an avid golfer, softball player, 5k runner, and biker. He volunteers his time with various local youth sports. Bar Admissions -- Michigan -- United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan -- United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan -- United States District Court for the Central District of Florida -- United States District Court of Connecticut -- Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Court

Education: Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School, 2001 , Northwood University, 1991

Services: Medical malpractice , Nursing home abuse , Birth injuries , Cerebral palsy , Wrongful death

Evan P. Shaw

For more than 25 years, Evan P. Shaw has provided a full range of effective legal services to address the various challenges faced in the personal injury and healthcare space. Shaw, who has spent nearly 30 years as a litigation attorney, earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1989 from Michigan State University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1993 from Wayne State University School of Law and is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan and the United States District Court of the Eastern and Western District of Michigan. Shaw joined the firm in September 2023 and focuses mainly on first-party auto claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents. He has tried countless personal injury trials and has extensive experience handling a wide variety of personal injury case types, including dog bites, slip and fall claims, medical malpractice and birth injuries. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Evan worked as a trial attorney at a personal injury law firm in metro Detroit. Evan is married and has four children, his family recently welcomed their first grandchild. Evan enjoys cooking and trying new recipes. He also enjoys watching sports, especially the Red Wings and Pistons. Bar Admissions -- Michigan -- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan -- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan

Education: Wayne State University School of Law, 1993 , Michigan State University, 1989

Services: personal injury , car accident attorney , truck accident attorney , motorcycle accident attorney , slip & fall accident attorney , dog bites , wrongful death

David R. Adgate

David Adgate earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2013 from the University of Michigan. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2017 from Wayne State University Law School. He then completed a Post-Baccalaureate Medprep Program at the University of Michigan in 2019 where he served as the president of the Medprep Engage Student Organization. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, and the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan. David joined the firm in January 2024 and focuses primarily on first-party automobile claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle and bicycle accidents. He also handles other personal injury claims, including slip and falls, dog bites, and wrongful death lawsuits. Before joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., David served as an associate at a personal injury law firm in metro Detroit. He also previously worked as a fellow for the Federal Defender Office in Detroit.

Education: University of Michigan, 2019 , Wayne State University Law School, 2017 , University of Michigan, 2013

Services: Wrongful death , Car accident , Truck accident , General negligence , Motorcycle accident , Slip & fall , Dog bite attacks , Personal injury