Northeast Ohio Workers' Compensation Attorney

Cleveland workers' compensation attorney for all of Northeast Ohio.

From his office in downtown Cleveland, Ronald J. Schafer represents injured workers throughout Northeast Ohio, and takes cases anywhere in the state. Free, no-obligation consultation. You pay no fee unless you win.

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With you start to finishRonald J. Schafer personally handles your case, from the first call to the end.

Where we represent injured workers

Most of our clients are in Northeast Ohio.

Cuyahoga County

Cleveland, Parma, Lakewood, Euclid, Strongsville, and the rest of the county.

Summit County

Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, Barberton, Stow, Hudson, and surrounding communities.

Stark County

Canton, Massillon, North Canton, Alliance, and surrounding communities.

Lorain County

Lorain, Elyria, Avon, North Ridgeville, and surrounding communities.

Lake County

Mentor, Painesville, Willoughby, Eastlake, and surrounding communities.

Geauga County

Chardon, Chesterland, Burton, Middlefield, and surrounding communities.

Portage County

Kent, Ravenna, Streetsboro, Aurora, and surrounding communities.

Ashtabula County

Ashtabula, Conneaut, Geneva, and surrounding communities.

Hurt somewhere else in Ohio?

Ohio workers’ compensation is a statewide system, so we can help wherever you were hurt, from Toledo to Columbus.

You don’t have to come downtown

Most clients never need to travel to the office. We talk by phone, documents can be signed and sent electronically, and Industrial Commission hearings can be attended in person or by telephone. If you would rather meet in person, the office is at 55 Public Square in downtown Cleveland, and other arrangements can be made when needed.

Common questions from injured workers

What clients say

Ronald J. Schafer, workers’ compensation attorney

★★★★★
“I was incredibly impressed with Attorney Ron Schafer. He is accessible, down to earth and knowledgable. He took the time to make sure our questions were answered and we had everything we needed.”
Cheryl P. · Google review

★★★★★
“He answers all my questions, calls and always show up on time. Upfront honest to point.”
Eric S. · Google review

★★★★★
“Answered my phone call, filed my paperwork, kept me informed, handled all negotiations with insurance company, resolved the case. All in an acceptable timeframe. Stress free and professional.”
Victoria H. · Google review

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These reviews describe individual clients' experiences. Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in any other matter.

Hurt at work in Northeast Ohio? Talk to a workers' comp lawyer today.

A free, no-obligation consultation with Ronald J. Schafer at Gallo & Gallo. No fee unless you win. We’ll explain any case expenses up front.

Call (216) 990-7951