Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Worcester Legal Representation
Reardon Joyce & Akerson has provided sharp legal strategies and experienced counsel to clients in Worcester and throughout Massachusetts for over 40 years. Our attorneys are seasoned trial lawyers with a reputation for excellence in personal injury, business litigation, employment law, and police defense. We prioritize fierce advocacy, personalized service, and protecting clients' rights in courtrooms and negotiations. Our deep roots in Worcester County allow us to serve local communities with specialized knowledge of regional legal landscapes.We maintain the high standards established by our founding attorney, Edward Reardon, who championed the rights of everyday people. Our practice areas include civil litigation, appellate work, and administrative law, with a focus on delivering successful outcomes through aggressive representation and sound legal advice.
Services
Personal Injury
Business Law
Employment Law
Litigation and Appeals
Police Defense
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Civil Litigation
Wrongful Termination
Product Liability
Workers Compensation
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of legal experience in Worcester County
- Attorneys admitted to Massachusetts state and federal courts
- Proven success in complex litigation and appeals
- Personalized service with deep local community knowledge
- Specialized expertise in police defense and employment law
What people say
Top notch service
Fierce advocates
Professional and helpful
Successful case results
Prompt communication
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients in Worcester County for car accidents, slip-and-falls, construction accidents, and workers' compensation cases. We handle claims involving spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and wrongful death. Our lawyers negotiate with insurance companies and litigate cases to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We work with medical experts to document injuries and calculate long-term damages.
Business Law
We provide legal guidance for entrepreneurs and small businesses in contract law, financial transactions, and commercial real estate matters. Our services include dispute resolution, Uniform Commercial Code compliance, and corporate representation. We serve as ongoing legal counsel for local companies, handling employment contracts, business formations, and litigation. Our attorneys have experience in banking law and commercial foreclosure cases.
Employment Law
Our employment law practice focuses on protecting employees' rights in discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination cases. We handle wage disputes, disability accommodations, and whistleblower claims under Massachusetts and federal law. Our attorneys represent clients in negotiations, administrative hearings, and court proceedings. We specialize in cases involving age, race, gender, and religious discrimination in the workplace.
Police Defense
We defend Massachusetts police officers in misconduct charges through the Police Association Legal Defense Fund. Our representation includes administrative hearings, criminal defense, and civil litigation related to official duties. We handle cases involving internal affairs investigations, use-of-force allegations, and disciplinary actions. Our attorneys have decades of experience navigating police disciplinary procedures and protecting officers' legal rights.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
We represent clients injured in car, truck, and motorcycle accidents throughout Worcester County. Our services include investigating collisions, negotiating with insurance companies, and litigating claims for compensation. We handle cases involving uninsured motorists, defective vehicles, and commercial trucking accidents. Our attorneys work with accident reconstruction experts to establish fault and secure damages for medical treatment, lost income, and vehicle repairs.
People
Austin M. Joyce
Attorney
Experienced trial attorney specializing in personal injury and civil litigation with decades of courtroom experience in Massachusetts courts. Focuses on complex injury cases and appellate work.
Michael J. Akerson
Attorney
Employment law specialist with extensive experience in discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination cases. Recognized for advocating employees' rights in Massachusetts courts.
Andrew J. Gambaccini
Attorney
Skilled litigator with a focus on police defense and civil rights cases. Successfully represented officers in disciplinary proceedings and administrative hearings across Massachusetts.
John K. Vigliotti
Attorney
Business law attorney handling corporate transactions, contract disputes, and commercial litigation for local businesses and entrepreneurs in Central Massachusetts.
Questions
What should I do after a car accident in Worcester?
Seek medical attention immediately, document the scene, and contact our attorneys before speaking with insurance companies to protect your legal rights.
Can I file a personal injury claim if the accident was partially my fault?
Massachusetts follows comparative negligence rules - you may still recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. Consult our attorneys for case evaluation.
How long do I have to file an employment discrimination claim?
Most claims require filing with MCAD within 300 days of the discriminatory action. Our employment lawyers can help meet all legal deadlines.
Do you handle police misconduct defense cases outside Worcester?
We represent Massachusetts law enforcement officers statewide, including Middlesex, Suffolk, and Hampden Counties.
What compensation can I recover for a slip-and-fall injury?
Victims may claim medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care costs. Our personal injury attorneys calculate total damages for settlement negotiations.
