Brian was born in Kansas City, Missouri and attended Rockhurst High School . He received his B.A. from the University of Missouri - Columbia where he was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. He received his law degree in 1993 from the University of Missouri - Kansas City .

Brian's practice concentrates on serious personal injury and wrongful death case with an emphasis on product liability and industrial accident cases. Brian has handled complex product liability cases involving elevators, bulldozers, industrial manufacturing machinery, defective automobiles and various other products.

Brian is on the board of directors of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys and a member of the American Association for Justice. Both organizations are devoted to the legal rights of individuals.

Brian has been recognized in the MO/KS Superlawyers and is a life's member of Who's Who.

Community Service Activities

• Jackson County Court Appointments - provided pro bono legal services to low income children and their families.
• Major contributor to the American Stroke Association.
• Contributor and participant to the Warriors on Wheels foundation annual charity ride. Warriors on Wheels is an organization of motorcycle enthusiasts who raise money to help disabled children.
• Contributor to Habitat for Humanity, a charitable organization helping low-income families.
• Solace House - The mission of Solace House is to provide a safe and understanding environment where grieving children and their families can obtain support from counselors, trained volunteer facilitators and other families in similar situations.

Automobile Accidents

Aviation Accidents

Construction / Industrial Accidents

Dangerous Products

Dangerous Premises

Insurance Claims

Medical Malpractice

Nursing Home Negligence

Recreational / Sporting Accidents

Truck Accidents

Other Types of Cases