John P. Wegerski

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Alternative Dispute Resolution, General Litigation

John P. Wegerski, a prominent figure in the field of personal injury law, serves as the managing attorney at the Wegerski Law Firm, situated in Brewerton, New York. With a career spanning five decades, he has steadfastly championed the rights and welfare of individuals who have suffered harm due to the negligence of others. Throughout his extensive tenure, he has provided legal support to clients across the broader Syracuse region and throughout New York, addressing a wide spectrum of injury-related matters, including:

• Accidents in recreational settings
• Motor vehicle accidents involving cars, trucks, and motorcycles
• Incidents involving dog bites
• Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
• Cases of wrongful death
• Claims related to defective products
• Accidents involving uninsured and underinsured motorists
• Workplace and construction site accidents
• Instances of medical malpractice

Within his firm, Mr. Wegerski fosters an environment characterized by responsiveness and dynamism, ensuring that his clients receive exceptional service. His track record is marked by numerous favorable verdicts and settlements achieved through vigorous advocacy against insurance companies and their strategies. He has earned a well-deserved reputation for his meticulous attention to detail, legal acumen, and the provision of outstanding client care.

Mr. Wegerski embarked on his educational journey by earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York. He furthered his legal training at Syracuse University College of Law in New York. He was admitted to practice law in all state courts of New York, as well as the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York in 1972 and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York in 2004.

As a trained mediator, Mr. Wegerski has assumed responsibility for numerous mediations and arbitrations. He strives to minimize expenses and resolve legal matters in an amicable and stress-free manner. However, he recognizes that litigation is sometimes unavoidable and does not hesitate to take cases to trial when necessary. Additionally, he extends his services to clients facing criminal charges, including traffic violations and DWI charges.

Mr. Wegerski has received recognition from various professional organizations, holding memberships and leadership roles in the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, the Onondaga County Bar Association, the New York State Bar Association, the Oswego County Bar Association, and the Oneida Lake Association. He previously served as the president of the American Board of Trial Advocates – Syracuse Chapter.