Robert D. Warner

Overview

Robert's practice focuses on the defense of corporations and individuals in professional liability, medical malpractice, commercial and casualty matters. He specializes in the defense of physicians and hospitals in catastrophic injury disputes.

Robert has tried civil jury trials throughout the State of Ohio and has argued before the majority of the Ohio Appellate Courts. With over 35 years of experience, Robert has tried approximately 200+ jury trials to verdict and was lead counsel on approximately 40-50 bench trials.

Robert is admitted to practice before the Courts of the State of Ohio, United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts, the State of South Carolina and the United States Supreme Court. He has also handled numerous matters throughout Ohio’s adjacent states.

Robert graduated from John Carroll University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Northern Illinois University, College of Law, where he was named to the Dean’s List.

Honors & Recognitions

Former Cuyahoga County Prosecutor

Rated BV Distinguished® by Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review

Community & Professional

Ohio State Bar Association

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association

City of Highland Heights Planning and Zoning Commission Member

Results

For a more complete list of trial results, please contact attorney.

Aug 22, 2019, Finding For Defendant
Cambridge
Defense of criminal trucking property damage case
Sep 28, 2017, Defense Verdict
Summit
Defense of ophthalmologic malpractice claim involving loss of vision in left eye
Jul 6, 2017, Defense Verdict
Huron
Defense of ophthalmology retina surgical case resulting in loss of vision in one eye
May 11, 2017, Judgment Affirmed
8th Appellate Dist
Terry Walker v. 24570 Lakeshore Property LLC & Greenwood Apts.

Plaintiff appealed adverse trial court judgment against landlord by tenant in personal injury claim on condition of the premises
R. Rush, et al. v. Samaritan Emergency Physicians LLP, et al.
May 20, 2015, Directed Verdict
Ashland
Defense of emergency medicine medical malpractice claim
Apr 23, 2015, Defense Verdict
Jefferson County
Defense of medical malpractice wrongful death action
Feb 19, 2014, Summary Judgment Granted
Summit
Defense of medical malpractice cosmetic surgery claim
Sep 17, 2013, No Action Taken
Cuyahoga
Defense of DHHS investigation of alleged HIPAA privacy violations.
Jun 6, 2013, Finding For Plaintiff
Cuyahoga
Arbitration defense of property damages auto liability claim
May 2, 2012, Favorable Outcome
Hamilton
Defense of physical fitness products liability personal injury claim.
Apr 9, 2012, Defense Verdict
Lorain
Defense of ophthalmology medical malpractice claim
Mar 8, 2012, Judgment Affirmed
8th Appellate Dist
Amir Jamal Tauwab et. al. v. Premier Properties

Plaintiffs appealed adverse trial court judgment in trespass and conversion action
Nov 10, 2010, Reversed and Remanded
5th Appellate Dist
Emery Conn, et al. v. I.G. Concrete Inc. and Maxum Indemnity Company

Client appealed adverse trial court judgment regarding default from a void judgment.
Jul 28, 2010, Favorable Outcome
Cuyahoga
Arbitration defense of assault and battery homeowners liability claim
Jul 2, 2010, Finding For Defendant
Cuyahoga
Arbitration - Defense of property damage product liability claim
Apr 24, 2008, Finding For Defendant
Cuyahoga
Arbitration defense of property damage and Consumer Sales Act violations.
Mar 20, 2008, Finding For Defendant
Cuyahoga
Arbitration defense Third Party Complaint for auto and trucking liability property damage
Jul 12, 2007, Defense Verdict
Ashtabula
Defense of wrongful death medical malpractice claim of 41-year old female
May 16, 2007, Plaintiff Verdict
Cuyahoga
Prosecution of plaintiff personal injury auto liability case.

News

Speaking Engagements

Addressing Privacy Issues and HIPAA
North Central Eye Associates - Norwalk, OH, Jun 7, 2013
Legal Aspects of the Doctor/Patient Relationship, Ashland City Medical Soceity & Samaritan Medical Staff
Ashland, Ohio, Nov 11, 2008