Mr. Lipshutz is responsible for managing the firm’s personal injury and catastrophic injury practice. He has been enormously successful in representing victims of car accidents, truck accidents, nursing home abuse and defective products, having recovered millions of dollars in jury verdicts and settlements for the firm’s clients. He also handles a select number of business litigation and employment matters. Upon entering private practice in 1994, Mr. Lipshutz worked as an attorney for a law firm handling insurance defense matters giving him unique insight and experience into the handling of personal injury matters from both the defendant’s and plaintiff’s perspectives. Since 1998 Mr. Lipshutz who is admitted in Maryland, DC, and Florida has handled cases exclusively for the injured victims in personal injury matters. Since 2010, Mr. Lipshutz has been given the highest possible rating in the Martindale Hubbell Lawyers Directory – “AV” signifying very high to pre-eminent legal ability and very high ethical standards as established by confidential opinions from members of the Bar. Mr. Lipshutz has been selected as a “Super Lawyer” from 2008 – 2022. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using peer nominations and evaluations along with independent research.

John Yannone has spent over three decades building his law career to advocate on behalf of individuals injured as a result of the negligence of others. In his representation of countless clients, John has developed a sophisticated understanding of the nuances of personal injury and medical malpractice law. He confidently asserts the rights of his clients against powerful insurance companies and corporate behemoths who often place shareholder interests over the interests of injured individuals. Over the course of his tenure, John has helped his clients receive the restitution they are entitled to as a result of harm and losses suffered. In order to secure appropriate compensation, he understands the value and importance of litigating personal injury claims at trial. By virtue of his experience as a litigator, John is well-versed in the deceptive settlement tactics employed by some insurance companies. He is ready and willing to fight for the voiceless victims of personal injury, and will not simply concede to a settlement offer unless it is truly in the best interests of the client. John works with countless experts across the nation to evaluate how an individual or entity was negligent, as well as to determine the appropriate standards that were negligently disregarded by the at-fault party. He also networks with his peers in local and national circles to ensure that the pre-trial and at-trial tactics being employed in any given case can yield the best possible results. He is committed to a client-centered approach, backed by mutual trust and understanding. While working to keep his clients continually apprised of the status of their case, John uses all of the resources at his disposal to recover compensation for harm and losses suffered by his clients. He regularly participates in seminars to stay ahead of the insurance industry’s newest attempts to limit an individual’s right to just compensation. John handles many types of personal injury cases, from medical malpractice and auto accidents to slip and falls, workers’ compensation, and sexual assault. For over 25 years, he has been fighting against insurance companies and working to give a voice to the injured and voiceless. During his years at college, John worked for law firms in his spare time. After graduating, he continued his legal work while attending law school, where he solidified his passion for litigation. Between mock court, trial advocacy courses, and his continued professional experiences, he developed his edge. Getting first-hand experience working with firms of various sizes, John focused on personal injury. After law school, John dove headfirst into litigation, which built him a reputation amongst insurance companies who knew he wasn’t afraid to take them to court. This trial by fire led him to Price Benowitz. Here, as a partner, he runs the firm’s personal injury department while continuing to advocate for the injured.

Jeff Stickle comes to Price Benowitz with over 20 years of experience in handling workers’ compensation and personal injury matters in Maryland and D.C., recovering millions of dollars for his clients. Jeff takes particular pride in his representation of police and fire personnel injured on the job, as well as his handling of workplace mental health injuries. In keeping with his public safety work, Jeff is a volunteer General Counsel to the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department. He is currently the Chair of the Bar Association for Montgomery County’s Workers’ Compensation section and is a member of the Maryland Association for Justice. A native New Yorker, Jeff earned a B.A. in history from Binghamton University and a J.D. from the University of Maryland School of Law. While in law school, he was Articles Editor for the Journal of Health Care Law and Policy and earned a certificate from the school’s Health Law program. Following law school, he clerked for the Hon. Marvin Kaminetz in the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland. Outside of work, Jeff lives in Montgomery County and enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He is a fan of the Ravens and O’s and is an avid home cook.

Welcome to our law firm website. Ferguson & Wilpon was founded in 2001. We are a general practice law firm in Olney, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D. C. located about half way between our nation’s capitol and Baltimore, Maryland. Many of our clients are businesses located in or individuals who live or work in the greater Olney community, which includes the town of Olney itself and the surrounding areas of Ashton, Brookeville, Cloverly, Derwood, Gaithersburg, Laytonsville, Leisure World, Rockville, Sandy Spring, Silver Spring, and Wheaton. All of our attorneys live in Olney. Thus, we have developed a reputation as Olney’s hometown law firm. Although we like our reputation as Olney’s hometown law firm, our client base is much larger than just the Olney area. The firm represents clients throughout the State of Maryland, and in particular, between the cities of Washingon, D.C. and Baltimore, Md. This includes the city of Columbia and the surrounding Maryland counties of Montgomery, Howard, Prince George’s, Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Carroll and Frederick.

Sharon T. Diamant has been working as an attorney for over twenty-five years. In October 2000, she became a prosecutor in the Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office. She left the state's attorney's office in 2002 and practiced Criminal Law in Hillsborough County, Florida for two years before returning to the state's attorney's office in 2004. Ms. Diamant remained at the Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office until 2010, when she opened her own office and went into private practice. While a prosecutor, she handled a wide variety of matters in the District Court Unit, including bad checks, burglary, theft, drunk driving and other traffic offenses, assault, and violations of protective orders (Gazette). In the Juvenile Division, she handled sexual abuse cases involving juvenile offenders. She handled one famous juvenile matter involving a youth who had molested several children in his neighborhood which ultimately led to the first-ever sexual offender legislation which would require juveniles engaged in sexual offenses to register as sex offenders (Washington Post). In 2007, Ms. Diamant joined the white-collar crime team in her office, where she handled the prosecution of a myriad of crimes, including large-scale thefts, embezzlements from employers and the federal government, misappropriations, as well as the investigation of police officer-involved shootings and crimes involving public officials. For the past fifteen years, Sharon has focused her practice on criminal law and domestic law. She appears regularly before Magistrates and Judges on all issues surrounding criminal law and domestic law, to include: contested and uncontested divorce, child custody, child support, peace and protective orders, and post-judgment issues. Sharon also handles cases that cross over between criminal and domestic law. Sharon was featured on WJLA 7 News in a case involving a grandparent's right to custody of a grandchild where the mother is deceased and the father is a convicted criminal. Sharon also handled a case of a woman accused of attempted murder but who never intended to hurt anyone. That client is now receiving mental health treatment, as opposed to being locked up in a jail. Sharon is a client's biggest advocate and at the same time acts as a mentor and friend. She personally answers her phone calls, answers all emails and texts, and is always available to her clients. She is an experienced litigator with 25 years of trial experience, but she also mediates for clients and promotes non-litigation strategies, where appropriate. Sharon is a 1999 graduate of the University of Dayton School of Law and is licensed to practice law in the State of Maryland, the State of Florida, and the US District Court in Greenbelt, Maryland. Sharon was also admitted to the US Supreme Court. She has been selected to the Super Lawyers list for the State of Maryland in 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. She is a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, the Women's Bar Association, the Sobeloff Society, the Collaborative Divorce Law Society, the National College for DUI Defense, the Montgomery County Ethics Committee, the Montgomery County Criminal Law Society, and the Inns of Court. Sharon also sits on Montgomery County's Judicial Nominating Commission and is a board member with the Sobeloff Society. She has won Avvo's Client Choice Award and has a "superb" rating on Avvo.com. We are open 24/7, so give us a call today at 301-560-2685.

William A. Simmons received his J.D. from the George Mason University School of Law in 1982 and received his undergraduate education at Randolph-Macon College, graduating with a B.A. in History in 1977. He is admitted to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Mr. Simmons' practice is concentrated in criminal defense and civil litigation. Mr. Simmons has an extensive background in handling and trying felony and misdemeanor cases and civil cases. Over the past thirty years, Mr. Simmons has successfully defended individuals charged with serious offenses that, if found guilty, would have exposed the client to substantial periods of incarceration. Mr. Simmons has defended serious traffic offenses, including, drunk driving, reckless driving, driving while suspended, and driving without a license. In the civil arena, Mr. Simmons has collected monies for victims of negligence, including automobile accidents, slip and falls and workplace-related injuries. Mr. Simmons has attained very successful results through both negotiation and trial. Please contact Mr. Simmons to speak with him by telephone or schedule an initial consultation, for no charge, regarding any criminal matter or case involving negligence. After discussing the facts and history of your case, Mr. Simmons will provide an honest assessment of the merits of your matter. Mr. Simmons goal is to provide exceptional representation at reasonable rates.

Cory Turmelle is a Personal Injury Attorney serving clients in Washington, DC and Maryland. He represents individuals who have been injured due to negligence, handling a wide range of personal injury matters and working to secure the compensation his clients need to recover and move forward. Cory Turmelle focuses his practice on personal injury law, representing clients in cases involving accidents, workplace injuries, and other claims arising from negligence. He has experience handling cases through every stage of the legal process, including pre-litigation, depositions, and trial preparation, and is known for effectively managing complex caseloads while pursuing strong results for his clients. Cory is particularly motivated by advocating against insurance companies that attempt to minimize or deny valid claims. He is committed to ensuring that injured individuals receive fair compensation and that their rights are fully protected throughout the legal process. Cory Turmelle earned his law degree from the University of Baltimore and is admitted to practice in Washington, DC, Maryland, and the U.S. District Court. His background also includes a foundation in investment finance, which contributes to his analytical approach when evaluating damages and case strategy. Originally from New Hampshire, Cory brings a practical, client-focused approach to his work, prioritizing clear communication and strong advocacy. Outside of his legal practice, he enjoys attending live music events and staying engaged with his community.

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In 2022 and 2023, Superlawyers magazine voted Mr. Jezic as one the Top 10 Best Lawyers in all of Maryland (among 40,000 lawyers). From 2016-2021, Superlawyers voted Mr. Jezic to the exclusive group of the very best 100 lawyers in Maryland. From 2011 to 2022, Mr Andrew Jezic was selected to the very exclusive list of best criminal lawyers by Washingtonian magazine. Mr. Jezic’s wins in high-profile criminal cases have been featured in many news articles and on national TV shows, including Dateline NBC, Dr. Oz, and the Tucker Carlson show. Mr. Jezic has received nearly 100 percent of very positive reviews from scores of clients. Maryland criminal defense lawyer Andrew V. Jezic served as a Maryland prosecutor for nearly eight years, prosecuting some of the most serious felony cases in Montgomery and Anne Arundel counties. Mr. Jezic is a past president of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney’s Association. In 2017 Mr. Jezic was honored as one of the "Most Influential Marylanders" by the Daily Record, Maryland's preeminent legal and business newspaper.