Our Team
Michael A. Abelson
Senior Attorney
Recognition and Awards
Recipient of the “Lawyer of the Year” award for Washington DC, as presented by the DC Trial Lawyers Association, Washingtonian Magazine has honored Michael as among “The Cream of the Legal Establishment,” having been selected by his peers and judges; Martindale Hubbell has bestowed Michael A. Abelson its highest “AV” Rating (pre-eminent legal ability and adherence to professional standards of conduct and ethics) as rated by the peers of the legal profession.
Licensure and Experience
For over 35 years, Michael has maintained his membership in excellent standing with the state bars of Maryland, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. Michael has handled various cases in litigation, ranging from complex medical malpractice, motor vehicle collisions, defective and dangerous products, construction site accidents, insurance bad faith, and other personal injury matters. The mission of the Abelson Law Firm is to seek justice and fair compensation for seriously injured people and their families.
Practice Areas
Chiropractic Malpractice, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Products Liability, Construction Injuries, Insurance Bad Faith.
Bar Admissions
1974 – Massachusetts Bar Admission; 1975 – Pennsylvania Bar Admission and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts; 1977 – District of Columbia Bar Admission; 1977 – Maryland Bar Admission; 1977 – U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia; 1984 – U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland; 2002 – Admission to practice before the United States Supreme Court
Professional Associations
Sustaining member of the American Association for Justice, DC Trial Lawyers Association, Maryland Trial Lawyers Association, American Board of Trial Advocates.
Educational Background
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania. (B.A., 1971); New England Law School, Boston, Massachusetts (J.D., Cum Laude, 1974).
Cases Reported
McNeal v. Hi-Lo Powered Scaffolding, 836 F.2d 637, 266 US App. DC 473, 1988; Foshee v. Consolidated Rail Corporation, 849 F.2d 657, 270 US App. DC 326, 1988, Hoehn v. United States of America, 217 F. Supp 2d 39, D.D.C. 2002.
To consult with Attorney Michael A. Abelson, call toll free 1-888-797-4242; in Washington D.C. call 202-331-0600; or email maa@abelsonlaw.com.
Michael Cohen, MD
The Abelson Law Firm is privileged to work with a renowned medical consultant, Michael Cohen, MD. Dr. Cohen is a board certified physician. He will evaluate your case, provide his medical expertise, and help to guide you through your medical treatment and rehabilitation.
If you have suffered a stroke in the days or perhaps weeks after a chiropractic neck adjustment, contact an attorney with experience in chiropractic malpractice. The Abelson Law Firm has offices in Washington, D.C. and takes cases of chiropractic malpractice from across the country - cases just like yours. The Abelson Law Firm works with a physician who will help determine the extent of your stroke injury and disability due to chiropractic manipulation, and the care you will require in the future. For a free consultation, call 1-888-797-4242 or fill out our online form.
