David R. Adgate – Skilled Personal Injury Litigation Attorney
Trial AttorneyHighly Skilled Personal Injury Litigation Lawyer
With a passion using his legal education and experience to help others facing uncertainty after an accident, David Adgate is a true advocate for his injured clients. He combines his extensive knowledge of Michigan injury laws with his litigation skills to win outstanding settlements. He is well-respected by insurance defense attorneys, judges, and mediators.
Why Clients Choose David Adgate
- Named “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America” for Personal Injury Litigation
- Named “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America” for Product Liability Litigation
- Exceptional knowledge of Michigan no-fault insurance laws
- Strong and strategic settlement negotiator
- Excellent communication skills with clients
Practice Areas – Personal Injury & Motor Vehicle Cases
David focuses on all types of Michigan personal injury cases, including:
Motor Vehicle & Transportation Cases
- Auto accidents
- Truck accidents & commercial vehicle crashes
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian & bicycle accidents
- No-Fault Insurance
Serious Injury & Wrongful Death
- Wrongful death lawsuits
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Burn injuries
- Spinal cord injuries & paralysis
- Severe orthopedic injuries
Negligence & Premises Liability
- Slip and fall / dangerous property conditions
- Dog bites & attacks
- General negligence claims
David Adgate earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2013 from the University of Michigan. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2017 from Wayne State University Law School. He then completed a Post-Baccalaureate Medprep Program at the University of Michigan in 2019 where he served as the president of the Medprep Engage Student Organization.
David joined the law firm in January 2024 and focuses primarily on first-party automobile claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle and bicycle accidents. He also handles other personal injury claims, including slip and falls, dog bites, and wrongful death lawsuits. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, and the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan.
Before joining The Buckfire Law Firm, David served as an associate at a personal injury law firm in metro Detroit. He also previously worked as a fellow for the Federal Defender Office in Detroit.
Call (888) 797-8787 for a free case review and speak to David R. Adgate about your case today. His email is David@Buckfirelaw.com
Notable Settlements & Verdicts
- University of Michigan, 2019
- Post-Baccalaureate Medprep Program
- Wayne State University Law School, 2017
- University of Michigan, 2013
- Major: Political Science
- State Bar Michigan
- United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan
- United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan
- Named “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America” for Personal Injury Litigation
- Named “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America” for Product Liability Litigation
- American Bar Association
- Michigan Bar Association
- National Trial Lawyers
In his spare time, David enjoys spending time with his family. As well as honing his photography skills, watching his favorite sport, baseball, and trying, and enjoying, all kinds of foods.
This attorney is not a partner, shareholder, or officer in the Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. As such, this attorney is not authorized to enter into contracts or legal agreements on behalf of the law firm. This includes, but is not limited to, contracts for equipment purchases and/or leases, vehicle leases, client advances, lawsuit funding, insurance agreements, liens, advertising or sponsorships, or any other agreement in connection with his employment with the law firm. Any agreement made by this attorney is not binding on the Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. and is the sole personal responsibility of this attorney. Only agreements signed by a shareholder will be honored and considered binding on the law firm and its owner.
