Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Milwaukee Personal Injury Lawyers
For over four decades, Samster Konkel & Safran has been a trusted advocate for injured individuals in Milwaukee and across Wisconsin. Our team of attorneys brings more than 100 years of combined experience to every case, leveraging deep expertise in personal injury law to secure justice for our clients. We specialize in navigating complex legal challenges arising from car accidents, truck collisions, construction site injuries, defective products, dog bites, and wrongful death claims. Operating on a contingency fee basis, we ensure access to legal representation without upfront costs, prioritizing direct communication between clients and their assigned attorney throughout the process.With a proven track record of resolving 15,000+ cases and recovering millions in compensation, we combine relentless advocacy with personalized attention to help clients rebuild their lives after devastating injuries. Our commitment extends beyond individual cases, as we actively educate the community about injury prevention and legal rights through informative resources and consultations.
Services
Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Construction Accidents
Defective Products
Dog Bites
Wrongful Death
Workplace Injuries
Vaccine Injuries
Civil Rights Violations
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving Milwaukee injury victims
- Our attorneys offer 100+ years of combined legal expertise
- We operate on a strict contingency fee basis - no recovery, no fee
- Clients work directly with their assigned attorney throughout the case
- We've successfully resolved 15,000+ personal injury cases in Wisconsin
What people say
Outstanding all the way around
Top Quality legal assistance
Confident in their legal support
Highly effective claim building
Excellent communication throughout
Services
Car Accident Claims
Our Milwaukee car accident attorneys investigate collisions, determine liability, and negotiate with insurance companies to secure compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. With experience handling distracted driving, drunk driving, and multi-vehicle accidents, we pursue maximum recovery for clients injured through no fault of their own. Our team thoroughly documents evidence and builds strong cases to ensure fair compensation for all accident-related losses.
Truck Accident Representation
Specializing in large truck collision cases, we represent victims of semi-truck, delivery truck, and commercial vehicle accidents. Our attorneys understand federal trucking regulations and work with accident reconstruction experts to establish liability for injuries caused by driver fatigue, speeding, or equipment failure. We pursue compensation for catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims resulting from commercial vehicle negligence.
Construction Site Injuries
We advocate for construction workers injured due to unsafe working conditions, faulty equipment, or inadequate training. Our team navigates Wisconsin's Safe Place Law and workers' compensation regulations to secure benefits for clients while pursuing third-party liability claims against property owners or equipment manufacturers responsible for preventable construction site accidents.
Defective Product Claims
Our attorneys handle cases involving injuries from defective consumer products, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. We investigate design flaws, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings to hold manufacturers accountable for injuries caused by dangerous products. This includes representation for victims of recalled medical devices like defective defibrillation wires.
Dog Bite Injuries
We represent victims of dog bites and animal attacks under Wisconsin's strict liability laws. Our attorneys document injuries, establish the animal's dangerous history, and pursue compensation for medical treatment, scarring, and emotional trauma. We handle cases involving pit bulls, rottweilers, and other breeds responsible for severe injuries to adults and children.
People
James P. Samster
Attorney
Practicing law from 1965-2018, James Samster built a reputation for aggressive advocacy in personal injury cases. His decades of experience formed the foundation of our firm's commitment to injury victims.
Jerome A. Konkel
Attorney
As a founding partner, Jerome Konkel dedicated his legal career to protecting the rights of injured Wisconsinites. His expertise in complex personal injury litigation helped shape our firm's successful case strategies.
Jonathan S. Safran
Attorney
Practicing from 1983-2020, Jonathan Safran brought extensive trial experience to our firm. His focus on maximizing client compensation contributed to our record of recovering millions for injury victims.
Questions
What experience do your Milwaukee personal injury attorneys have?
Our firm was established in 2002 with attorneys having over 100 combined years of experience. We've successfully resolved 15,000+ personal injury claims in Wisconsin.
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle car accidents, truck collisions, construction accidents, defective product claims, dog bites, workplace injuries, vaccine injuries, civil rights violations, and wrongful death cases.
Will I be charged upfront fees for your services?
No. We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we win your case. We cover case expenses upfront with no out-of-pocket costs.
How does your firm communicate with clients during cases?
We prioritize direct attorney-client communication. You'll work directly with your assigned attorney throughout the process, ensuring personalized attention and timely updates.
Can you help if I might be partially at fault for my accident?
Yes. Even if you believe you contributed to your accident, we'll evaluate your case thoroughly. Wisconsin's comparative negligence laws may still allow recovery of damages.
What is your success record in personal injury cases?
We've recovered millions for clients, including $4M for an auto accident victim, $1.3M for a workplace injury, and $1.18M for a construction site head injury case.
