About Dan Ryan
Daniel J. Ryan is an attorney at Ryan, LLP. He has over 40 years of experience in litigation and resolving disputes in favor of his clients. He is well-known throughout Northern Ohio for his experience and success in civil litigation.
Career Highlights
Dan began his legal career in 1973 at the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office and remained there until 1979. From 1979 until 2001, he worked part-time as the North Olmsted Assistant Law Director and Prosecutor. He also operated a civil law practice during that time focusing on wrongful death, medical malpractice, and general negligence matters. He has completed several hundred trials throughout his career. Mr. Ryan has obtained numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for his clients throughout his career, but he provides the same focus and determination to every client he represents.
From 2004 until 2008, Dan served as a North Olmsted City Councilman. He also served on the North Olmsted Planning Commission and other municipal boards.
Prior to starting his legal career, Dan worked as a Systems Analyst for the Ohio Bell Corporation in Cleveland, Ohio. He was responsible for the software and computer systems that was operating on IBM mainframe system computers. While he was attending law school, he also served as a District Manager at the Ohio Bell Corporation where he managed approximately 50 employees in the software management department.
Bar Admissions
- State Ohio
- United States Federal Court – Northern District of Ohio
- Federal – Sixth Circut Court of Appeals
- United States Supreme Court
Education
- Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (Cleveland State University) – Juris Doctor | 1973
- John Carroll University – Bachelor of Arts in History and Mathematics | 1968
- Computer Software System Management – IBM | 1968-1973
Trial and Case Highlights
Medical Malpractice – Brachial Plexus and Hand Injury – This was a disputed medical malpractice case that went to trial. There were seven experts at trial. The hospital disputed liability and refused to make any offer. Jury found that the injury was caused by the hospital staff and awarded substantial damages for the permanent injury.
Medical Malpractice – Failure to Diagnose – Surgeon at local hospital was under the influence of narcotics while treating patient. Our investigation discovered specific facts demonstrating the surgeon was practicing medicine while under the influence of narcotics. While under the influence, the patient’s critical lab values became life threatening and the doctor failed to properly diagnose the patient’s condition. Hospital staff also failed to properly diagnose the patient’s heart condition, leading to an untimely death. The hospital and physician resolved the case without taking the case to trial.
Financial Loss – Unfair Debt Collection – Client was a victim to unfair debt collection practices, fraud, and abuse of the legal system. Client sued the collection firm and took the case to trial. The jury found in his favor and awarded a significant amount to pay for all legal expenses, plus an amount for the mental distress and anguish the client underwent as a result of the threats and impermissible collection efforts made against them.
Catastrophic Injury – Loss of Limb – Client was the victim of a workplace negligence case where the machine he was operating was modified to prevent a safety feature. The machine failed to stop and caught the clients upper body, causing sever and significant permanent injuries, including the loss of the client’s arm.
Catastrophic Injury – Loss of Limb – Client was working at a metal shredding location. The employer removed a safety panel that prevented his clothes from being entangled in the machine. As the client was using the machine, it caught his pants and pulled his leg into the shredding machine. The machine amputated his leg in the process.
Vehicle Accident – Drunk Driver – Client was a passenger in a vehicle driven by a drunken driver. Driver hit a roadway barrier and client’s head went through the windshield. Client suffered permanent injury to the head, neck, and back. Case was resolved with the insurance carriers without the need for litigation.
Personal Injury – Dog Bite – Client was savagely attacked by 160-pound Rottweiler, causing bite injuries similar in appearance to a shark bite. The client suffered a permanent laceration to the nerves in her leg, causing significant pain and suffering and
Why Choose Ryan Injury Lawyers?
We know a serious injury can leave your life shattered. We’re here to put the pieces back together.
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