Delaney & Whelan – Cleveland, OH

Dedicated Advocates for Injured Workers

Delaney & Whelan, LLC is a premier law firm in Cleveland, Ohio, devoted almost exclusively to Workers’ Compensation and personal injury law. With a history of fighting for the rights of the working class, the firm provides a shield against the powerful machinery of insurance companies and large employers. The firm’s founders, Timothy J. Delaney and Justin W. Whelan, bring a unique depth of experience to the table. Timothy Delaney is a former Assistant Attorney General for the State of Ohio, where he worked in the Workers’ Compensation Section. This background gives the firm an insider’s understanding of how the state system operates, allowing them to navigate bureaucratic hurdles with ease. 👷

Specialized Practice Areas

The firm concentrates its legal firepower on areas that directly impact the livelihood and health of its clients:

• Workers’ Compensation: Representing employees who have been injured on the job, ensuring they receive the lost wages and medical benefits they are entitled to under Ohio law.
• Personal Injury: assisting individuals who have suffered harm due to negligence, whether in a car accident or a slip and fall incident.
• Administrative Appeals: Arguing cases before the Industrial Commission of Ohio and various appellate courts to overturn unjust denials of benefits.

A Balanced Perspective

What sets Delaney & Whelan apart is the diverse experience of its partners. While Timothy Delaney brings the perspective of a former state attorney, Justin Whelan spent seven years representing employers in workers’ compensation matters before dedicating his practice to injured workers. Having sat on ‘both sides of the table,’ the firm possesses a strategic advantage, anticipating the tactics defense lawyers will use and preparing counter-arguments in advance. This comprehensive approach has resulted in successful outcomes for stevedores, factory workers, first responders, and service industry employees across Northeast Ohio. 🏆

Located in the Rockefeller Building

The firm is headquartered in the historic Rockefeller Building in downtown Cleveland. This location places them in the center of the legal district, just a short walk from the courts where they fight for their clients daily. The firm prides itself on being accessible and responsive. Unlike high-volume mills where clients never speak to a lawyer, Delaney & Whelan ensures that clients have direct access to their attorneys. Whether you are filing an initial claim or fighting a denied appeal, this team offers the experienced, aggressive representation needed to secure your future.