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The National Trial Lawyers is pleased to announce that Attorney Robert West of Distasio, Kowalski & Yelen LLC in Wilkes-Barre has been selected as an NTL – Civil Plaintiff – Top 40 under 40 Trial Lawyer in the state of Pennsylvania.

This honor is given to only the top 40 under 40 attorneys for their superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership as young criminal defense and civil plaintiff lawyers. Membership into The National Trial Lawyers 40 Under 40 provides recognition to these distinguished attorneys, and provides essential legal news, information, and continuing education to trial lawyers across the United States.

The National Trial Lawyers congratulates Robert West for continuously striving to encompass knowledge, skill, experience, and success. By combining resources, power, and influence, The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 is dedicated to preserving and defending justice for all.

To learn more about The National Trial Lawyers, please visit: http://thenationaltriallawyers.org/.

Attorney Jeffrey A. Yelen and Attorney Robert K. West Jr. join the Firm

WILKES-BARRE, PA – MAY 9, 2023 – Attorneys Daniel J. Distasio and Michael J. Kowalski are pleased to announce that Attorney Jeffrey A. Yelen has joined the firm as a Partner. With the addition of Attorney Yelen, the firm has been renamed Distasio, Kowalski & Yelen, LLC.

Attorney Yelen maintains expertise across a range of sectors, including personal injury, workers’ compensation, social security disability, estates, wills and trusts, real estate, business law and litigation, family law, and criminal law.

“We are delighted to welcome someone with Jeff’s unique skill set and his commitment to the local community as a partner in the firm,” said Attorney Kowalski.

“Jeff’s expertise enhances the firm’s capabilities, enabling us to better serve our clients with expanded legal services to meet all of their needs,” added Attorney Distasio.

Prior to joining Distasio, Kowalski & Yelen, LLC, Attorney Yelen served the legal needs of the community for more than 25 years at the Yelen Law Offices, the firm founded by his father, Sandor Yelen, in 1956. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from The University of Pennsylvania and his Juris Doctor from Penn State Dickinson School of Law. Attorney Yelen is past president of Temple Israel in Wilkes-Barre. He has served on the Penn State Alumni Council Board and Penn State Wilkes-Barre Advisory Board. He resides in Kingston with his wife, Julie, and his two sons, Charlie, and Jack.

Attorney Robert K. West Jr. has been named an Associate at Distasio, Kowalski & Yelen, LLC. Prior to joining the firm, Attorney West was a sole practitioner focusing on a variety of criminal, civil, family law, and estate planning matters. In addition to being licensed in Pennsylvania, he is also licensed in Florida and can assist clients with legal needs in both communities. Attorney West is an Arbitrator with the Luzerne County Arbitration Panel. The Mountain Top native earned his Bachelor of Arts from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania and his Juris Doctor from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School.

“Both Jeff and Rob are sure to be pivotal in the growth and success of our firm, and the superior level of service provided to our clients” said Attorney Kowalski.

Distasio, Kowalski & Yelen LLC is located at 15 Public Square in Wilkes-Barre. The law firm specializes in auto & truck accidents, medical malpractice/medical misdiagnosis, birth injury, personal injury, wrongful death, wills, estates & trusts, workers’ compensation/SSD and general practice areas.

To contact the attorneys or for more information on Distasio, Kowalski & Yelen LLC, please visit dky.law or call 570-970-5400.

Michael J. Kowalski, a partner in the personal injury firm of Distasio & Kowalski, LLC, was recently selected among America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators® for 2020. Kowalski was selected for excellence in medical malpractice litigation and personal injury litigation.

Selection to America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators® is by invitation only. It is limited to the Top 100 professionals from each state in each category of practice who best exhibit excellence and the highest ethical standards in their respective professions. This honor is meant to identify and highlight the accomplishments of the nation’s most esteemed and skilled litigators in high stakes legal matters. Less than 1% of professionals in the United States are selected for America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators®.

To be considered, an attorney must have litigated a matter with at least $2,000,000 in alleged damages at stake or with the fate of a business worth at least $2,000,000 at stake. A multi-phase selection process includes third-party research and statistical analysis of a candidate’s professional experience, achievements, significant results, community impact, peer reputation, consumer satisfaction, and other factors specific to the profession. The selection process ensures that attorneys selected for this honor reflect the highest ideals and ethical standards of the legal profession.

Located in Wilkes-Barre, PA, Distasio & Kowalski LLC, specializes in cases involving Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Auto & Truck Accidents, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death.

For more information on Distasio & Kowalski LLC, please visit www.dklawllc.com or call 570-970-5400.

Attorneys Daniel J. Distasio and Michael J. Kowalski, partners in Distasio & Kowalski, LLC personal injury firm, have been named Pennsylvania Super Lawyers for the 12th consecutive year. Both have been top-rated in the category of Personal Injury Attorney.

“We are honored to have been selected by our peers for this recognition and named among the best personal injury attorneys in the state,” commented Daniel Distasio and Michael Kowalski. “Our priority has always been to provide each of our clients with the most professional, ethical, and compassionate legal representation possible.”

Super Lawyers rates lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high level of peer recognition and professional achievement. Each year, no more than 5 percent of the lawyers in the state receive this honor, which is bestowed by Super Lawyers magazine. The annual selections are made using a multiphase process. This includes nominations, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews, and evaluation by practice area. Attorneys are evaluated based on peer recognition and achievements. This includes verdicts/settlements,  representative clients, experience, honors/awards, pro bono and community service, and other outstanding achievements among other criteria.

Distasio & Kowalski LLC, located in Wilkes-Barre, specializes in Auto & Truck Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Birth Injury, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death.

For more information on Distasio & Kowalski LLC, please visit www.dklawllc.com or call 570-970-5400.

 

Social distancing has been strongly encouraged to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus. We’ve all heard it over and over again for weeks. For many of us, it means time spent at home. Some may be working from home; others may have been laid off due to business disruption, while some may be taking time off to care for children who are home from school. Whatever the reason, you may be feeling a bit stressed and possibly even frightened.

During this time, you should be concentrating on staying healthy, both physically and mentally, and keeping a positive attitude. While you might be tempted to sit around, watch TV, eat junk food and stress, it might not be the healthiest choice for you. Here are some suggestions for keeping your sanity during social distancing.

Ten tips for staying positive and maintaining your well-being while at home

  1. Keep physically active. Just because you’re at home doesn’t mean you can’t go outside and enjoy nature. Spring is finally here, so get out and get some fresh air. Go for a walk or bike ride, play catch with your kids, take your dog for a hike, or just enjoy a quiet at-home workout. Many local fitness centers are live-streaming free workouts at various times throughout the day. If you’d prefer, just pull out your mat and do some yoga. Do whatever you most enjoy, just stay active.
  2. Give your mind a workout. Read a book or sign up for an online class or seminar. There are often many free seminars you can find that will provide a great learning experience. Perhaps you’ve been eager to learn a new software program or even a new language.
  3. Test some healthy recipes. Most of us eat when we’re bored or stressed. It’s a great time to try some new recipes and focus on incorporating some healthier foods into your diet. You can find just about any type of recipe you’d like with a quick online search, including recipes you can make with your kids.
  4. Maintain your social connections. If you’re feeling isolated, don’t be afraid to call a friend. If you’re used to the social aspect of a large office, you might be feeling Keep us those connections with phone calls or Facetime with friends and co-workers. Have you heard about Facebook Watch Party? It’s a feature on Facebook that allows admins to hold a live screening of pre-recorded videos that are publicly available on Facebook. Group members can all watch and comment on the videos at the same time to create a shared viewing experience.
  5. Start an online book club with friends. This is another great way to stay connected to others during social distancing. Read a book and then share your thoughts in an online chat.
  6. Take a virtual tour of a museum. Believe it or not, this is a thing. Here is just a sampling of the many virtual museum tours you can take from the comfort of your own home: The Louvre, The National Gallery of Art, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel among many others.
  7. Try Yoga or Meditation. Maybe you’ve been wanting to give yoga or meditation a try but just haven’t had time. Well, now you do. Search online and you’re sure to find free videos and instructions.
  8. Tackle some items on your to-do list. We’ve all got a to-do list. Maybe it’s cleaning out your basement, organizing your closets, painting your kitchen or spring cleaning your yard. Whatever the chore, imagine the sense of accomplishment you’ll feel when it’s done. Tackle it as a family.
  9. Check on an elderly neighbor or relative. They are probably lonely and afraid. Pick up your phone and check on them. Perhaps they need groceries or some other type of help. Helping someone else will make you feel a lot better.
  10. Enjoy this quality time with your kids and loved ones. We realize it’s a scary time, but it doesn’t mean you can’t relax and enjoy this extra time you have with your family

Remember, getting to spend an extended amount of time at home isn’t the worst thing in the world. We’re sure there were times in your life you were so busy that you longed for the peace and solitude of some quiet time alone at home. Now you have it. Try to maintain a positive attitude and take advantage of this time to do the things you enjoy and that make you happy. Stay safe and stay healthy.