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David W. White Jr.

David W. White Jr.

Breakstone, White & Gluck
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  • Massachusetts
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Biography

I have been practicing law in Massachusetts since 1984, and have devoted my career to helping people who have been injured as a result of negligence. My practice includes all types of personal injury matters. I also handle cases against insurance companies for bad faith and unfair claims practices; I represent lawyers in disputes with their firms; and I handle business litigation, including claims by businesses against insurance brokers.

It is my goal to serve the needs of my clients, and to solve their problems as best I can.

I have successfully handled personal injury cases of all types, including wrongful death, construction accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, bicycle accidents, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, product liability claims, brain injury, premises liability, train and bus accidents, spinal cord injuries, pedestrian injuries, and others.

I have had experience trying cases throughout Massachusetts, including the Superior Courts, the District Courts, and the Federal District Court. I have also had experience before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court and Massachusetts Appeals Court on a number of appellate cases.

Being a lawyer has helped me contribute to my community in many ways. I had the privilege of serving as the president of the Massachusetts Bar Association in 2007-2008. I actively volunteer in a variety of legal organizations. I have also volunteered in my town of Westwood, Massachusetts, and have been active in open space preservation efforts for the town.

I enjoy being a lawyer, and I hope that I have a chance to help you with any legal needs you may have.

Education
Northeastern University School of Law
J.D | Law
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University of Vermont
B.S. | Environmental Studies
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Activities: Student Representative, Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG)
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Professional Experience
Partner
Breakstone, White & Gluck
- Current
Founding partner of Breakstone White & Gluck, PC. Since 1992, has specialized in the representation of victims of personal injury and insurance bad faith.
Associate
Private Practice
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Associate attorney in personal injury law firm handling cases for plaintiffs from intake through trial and appeal.
Law Clerk
Massachusetts Superior Court
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Assisting the justices of the Massachusetts Superior Court with bench memos, drafts of opinions, and legal research. Attended variety of criminal and civil hearings and trials.
Publications
Articles & Publications
Tort and Insurance Law Update
Massachusetts Bar Association/MCLE (MBA Annual Meeting)
Fixing Our Criminal Sentencing System
Boston Globe
Handling Anesthesia Malpractice Cases
Medical Malpractice Insurance; An Overview. Amicus Books
Appeals Court Raises Troubling Questions in Recent G.L. c. 93A Case
Massachusetts Bar Association Section Review
Chapter 93A Damages in Arbitration Cases Clarified
Recent Appeals Court Case, Massachusetts Bar Association Section Review
Life After Lazarus and Furtado
Massachusetts Bar Association Section Review
Pierce and Dominguez: Legislative Interpretation and Judicial Inconsistency at Work
Massachusetts Bar Association Section Review
Collecting Attorneys’ Fees Under G.L. c. 93A and Other Civil Causes of Action
MCLE
Rules Governing Audio-Visual Depositions At Trial
MCLE
Bad Faith Litigation in Massachusetts: The Plaintiff’s Perspective
First published National Business Institute, Inc.
Practical Advice for Setting Up and Running the Small Office Practice
Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
Using Computers In Your Civil Litigation Practice
First published Massachusetts Bar Association
Dissolving and Forming Professional Relationships
Massachusetts Bar Association
Use of Demonstrative Evidence in Massachusetts Courts
MCLE
Speaking Engagements
Preparing to File a Lawsuit, Massachusetts School of Law
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)
Program chair
Preparing & Trying Chapter 93A & 176D Cases, MCLE Conference Center
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)
Faculty member numerous years. https://www.mcle.org/includes/pdf/2160276P01_J.pdf
Chapters 93A and 176D Update, Massachusetts Bar Association
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education
Program chair
Awards
President's Award
Massachusetts Bar Association
Top 100: 2015 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Top 100: 2014 New England Super Lawyers
Super Lawers
Top 100: 2014 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
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Top 100: 2013 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
Super Lawers
Top 100: 2009 New England Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Top 100: 2009 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Top 100: 2008 New England Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
President's Award
Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Given in recognition of work on criminal sentencing reform in Massachusetts.
Top 100: 2008 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Top 100: 2006 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Top 100: 2005 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
AV--Highest rating
Martindale-Hubbell's Law Directory.
Lawyer of the Year
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
Massachusetts Super Lawyers - Personal Injury for Plaintiffs
Super Lawyers
2004-2020
Insurance Law
Best Lawyers
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Best Lawyers
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Best Lawyers
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs Tier 1
U.S. Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs Tier 1
U.S. Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms
Professional Associations
Boston Bikes
Volunteer
Current
Activities: Boston Bikes Volunteer of the Year Award, 2014
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Organization for the Preservation of the Environment and Nature (OPEN)
Current
Activities: Member-1997-2004 ; Chair-1998-2004. OPEN was the advisory committee to the Selectmen of Westwood, Massachusetts, on matters regarding open space preservation and acquisition. OPEN led the campaign for purchase by the town of two substantial parcels of land in 1998 and 2000.
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Fernald State School Human Rights Committee
Current
Activities: Member-1992-1994; Chair-1993-1994. Reviewed medication and treatment plans for residents of state school for mentally retarded individuals in Waltham, Massachusetts.
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Task Force on Human Subject Research
Current
Activities: Member-1994. Member of Task Force which examined use of human subjects from state schools in experiments utilizing radioactive foods. Task Force examined extent of exposure and lack of informed consent.
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Justice of the Peace
Current
Activities: Montpelier, Vermont. Elected November 1980; served seven months of term before moving to Massachusetts.
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Massachusets Access to Justice Commission
Commissioner
- Current
Activities: The goal of the Massachusetts Access to Justice Commission is to achieve equal justice for all persons in the Commonwealth by providing leadership to, and coordination with, the many organizations involved in and improving access to justice for those unable to afford an attorney. Attorney David W. White was appointed to the second commission in May 2015.
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Westwood Land Trust, Inc.
Board Member
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Activities: President-1999-2003 ; Vice-President-2003-2004 ; Board Member-2004-2008, 2010 - . Founder of the organization, which is a § 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to open space preservation and acquisition, working with private landowners in Westwood, Massachusetts.
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National Confernce of Bar Presidents
Fellow
- Current
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American Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Westwood Democratic Town Committee
Elected Member
- Current
Activities: Elected Delegate to Massachusetts State Convention, 2001, and Alternate Delegate, 2002.
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Massachusetts Bar Foundation
Brandeis Life Fellow
- Current
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Norfolk County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
Member
- Current
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American Association for Justice
Member
- Current
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Massachusetts State Bar
Member
- Current
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Boston Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Massachusetts Bar Association
Member
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Activities: President 2007-2008 President Elect, 2006-2007 Treasurer, 2005-2006
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Westwood Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Committee
Member
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Sewer Commissioner, Westwood, Massachusetts
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Vermont Health Policy Corporation/State Health Coordinating Council
Environmental Health Representative
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Activities: Member of 30 person board responsible for hospital cost containment and health policy in Vermont. Appointed by the Governor in June 1981.
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Massachusetts
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1st Circuit
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U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
    On personal injury, and some insurance and business cases
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Legal Malpractice
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Arbitration & Mediation
Business - Arbitration/Mediation, Consumer - Arbitration/Mediation, Family - Arbitration/Mediation
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Nursing Home Abuse
Additional Practice Areas
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Brain Injury
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Websites & Blogs
Website
David W. White's Website Profile
Website
Breakstone, White & Gluck Website
Blog
Massachusetts Injury Lawyer Blog
Blog
Boston Personal Injury Lawyer
Contact & Map
Breakstone, White & Gluck
2 Center Plaza
#530
Boston, MA 02108
Toll-Free: (800) 379-1244
Telephone: (617) 723-7676
Fax: (617) 723-7777