Mr. Crivello has been recognized by the Wisconsin legal community as a top-rated accident attorney, as he was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2008 to 2012, and has been named a Super Lawyer every year since 2013 in the area of personal injury. This means that Mr. Crivello is recognized by his peers as being in the top 5% of lawyers that practice personal injury in the State of Wisconsin. In October, 2023, Mr. Crivello was selected by Wisconsin Law Journal to be in its list of the top-30 personal injury attorneys in the State of Wisconsin. While he is proud of his record of success in and out of the courtroom, Mr. Crivello holds the appreciation of his clients as the greatest measure of his success.
Presentations
- The Effect of Daubert on Low Impact Cases. State Bar of Wisconsin Car Crash Symposium (December, 2012)
- Practice Pointers in Handling Your Auto Accident Case, Expert Panel. State Bar of Wisconsin Car Crash Symposium (December, 2012)
- Expert Testimony Under Daubert: A Case Study – Engineering Testimony in a Low Impact Motor Vehicle Accident Case. Marquette University Law School Civil Litigation and Evidence in Wisconsin Courts Seminar (March 2013)
- Expert Panel, State Bar of Wisconsin Car Crash Symposium (January, 2018)
- Tips and Hot Topics in Your Car Crash Case: An Interactive Panel Discussion, Expert Panel, State Bar of Wisconsin Car Crash Symposium (January, 2019)
Notable Awards and Settlements
- $8.3 million jury verdict in a negligence case involving an adult family home and adult day program where a developmentally disabled adult was allowed unsupervised access to food which caused him to choke, sustain an anoxic brain injury, and paralysis. – Location: Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, WI
- $2.8 million settlement for a bicyclist that sustained a spinal cord injury and incomplete quadriplegia from a highway defect caused by a construction company. – Location: Racine, Racine County, WI
- $2 million settlement for a pedestrian that sustained serious shoulder, hip, and headache injuries after being struck by a pick-up truck in a crosswalk, with a portion of her settlement going to her three minor children for their claims. – Location: Brookfield, Waukesha County, WI
- $1.565 million settlement for a woman who sustained a fractured pelvis and tragically lost her husband when a teenager driving a car failed-to-yield the right-of-way to the motorcycle they were riding on. – Location: New Berlin, Waukesha County, WI
- $1.475 settlement for a man who endured three spinal surgeries following a rear-end motor vehicle collision on the highway. – Location: Milwaukee, Milwaukee County WI
- $1.25 million insurance policy limits settlement for a man who sustained a partial leg amputation because a driver failed-to-yield the right-of-way to the motorcycle he were riding on. – Location: Mukwonago, Waukesha County, WI
- $1.25 million insurance policy limits settlement for a man who sustained a degloving injury to his left arm after his vehicle was run off the road, from the other driver’s improper lane change, causing our client’s vehicle to flip several times with our client’s left arm going through the driver’s side window. – Location: Green Bay, Brown County, WI
- $1.25 million insurance policy limits settlement for a man who was paralyzed by a drunk driver after we established insurance coverage for our client. – Location: Hustisford, Dodge County, WI
- $1.25 million insurance policy limits settlement for a woman who sustained multiple fractures in a motor vehicle versus pedestrian collision. – Location: Wauwatosa, Milwaukee County, WI
- $1.25 million settlement for a woman who sustained multiple fractures in a motor vehicle collision when, days after her motor vehicle was in for service at a dealership, the left front tire detached from the vehicle causing loss of control and the resulting collision with a sign. – Location: Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, WI
Client Testimonials
“Very professional. They care about their clients and fight for you. They are ethical and honest. They explain your case so you are at ease and understand the process. Robert and Julie were awesome to work with and were always there to help with whatever I needed.” -Kelly G.
“I heartily endorse the Cannon & Dunphy law firm. I suffered injuries in an automobile accident and had a challenging case, but Robert Crivello persevered and got me an excellent settlement. He is brilliant, resourceful, and his wide-ranging experience and familiarity with the broader legal community make him THE ONE to represent you! Throughout the entire process I felt well-cared for – as though mine was the only case the firm was working on – as Robert always got back to me right away. His paralegal, Julie Fiedler, is also outstanding – meticulous and caring. Cannon & Dunphy is a winning team and a stellar law firm. My family is forever grateful to them!” – L. Allen
“I am very happy I chose Cannon and Dunphy to represent me after my car accident. Robert Crivello and paralegal, Elma Schaible-Sampica, were wonderful to work with and made me feel at ease. Information regarding the process was shared with me in a timely manner and explained to me thoroughly. All my questions were answered promptly, and they took my case seriously. I would highly recommend this firm for managing your case.” –Sharon J.
“Cannon & Dunphy truly is the premier personal injury law firm in WI. Attorney Robert Crivello handled my case professionally and empathetically. He explained and included me in every step of the legal process while he and his outstanding staff processed the case seamlessly. All along, Robert was keenly interested in my goal of injury recovery throughout my PT progress. If you are in need of a personal injury attorney, I highly recommend Attorney Robert Crivello.” –Theresa F.
“Working with Robert Crivello and Julie Fiedler was a good experience. They were quick to respond to any questions I had. Both are very knowledgeable. If ever I had a need they would be the first I would call.” –Bev R.
“Robert was a life saver. Without legal representation we would have lost our tail and future in this accident. Thank you Robert and Julie for the help and direction you both gave us!” –Richard W.
“Robert C. was so incredibly helpful through what normally would be a stressful situation. I felt at ease knowing I was in great hands and I am very pleased with the results of my case. I cannot recommend Cannon & Dunphy enough.” – Megan Y.
“Cannon & Dunphy has always been such an amazing experience with Robert! My family and I have worked with him on a few cases and consistently felt a great deal of support from him and his team. He makes the whole process go so easy and simplifies it all so you really know what’s going on each step of the way. We’ve always been confident with the firm and Robert’s ability to help us, and he is so personable too. Highly recommend!” – Vanessa S.
“I have nothing but good words to say about this firm and Robert Crivello. Everyone is very nice and respectful here. Robert did a great job handling our case and was very helpful throughout the entire process. He has a passion for what he does and is a true professional.” – Andrew K.
“Robert helped my family after we were in a horrible automobile accident. He was responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. I highly recommend this law firm. You won’t find a better team of lawyers! They truly are the best!” – Deanna S.
“My husband was watching tv in the other room and a Cannon and Dunphy commercial came on. I was like yes…. I am forever grateful I did not select a firm to help me that has that stupid annoying jingle or a paid actor vs. real people. Thank you again for all your help. I would and will highly recommend YOU (and of course Julie!) to anybody in need of assistance.” – Mindy V.
“Robert Crivello of Cannon & Dunphy did an excellent job with my case. I was badly injured in a motor vehicle accident. Robert was very attentive and very empathetic as I worked through my recovery. He worked very hard to get me the maximum settlement possible. I would highly recommend Robert. He was very professional, very attentive and very patient answering all of my questions (and my husband’s!). If you have been injured and need legal counsel, Robert would be an excellent choice!” – Sandra W.
“Cannon & Dunphy were fantastic for us. I was a passenger in a vehicle that was hit by an inattentive semi-truck driver on the interstate. My friend and I were lucky to survive. I had a broken back and contusions, had to undergo a spinal fusion surgery, and lived in a back brace for 8 months. Pat Dunphy was highly recommended to me by several friends in the legal profession, and Pat did not disappoint. He and his staff, especially Elma, took care of every detail – they managed medical bills, for instance. Robert Crivello stepped in when it came time to litigate the case because my injury was incurred outside of Wisconsin. Everyone was patient with all of our questions and they facilitated a settlement of the case that was very fair. While the accident itself was a horrible experience/trauma to have to go through, I can’t say enough how grateful I am to the Cannon & Dunphy team for helping us through it. I highly recommend this firm!” – Mary W.
“Robert Crivello and Julie Fiedler did an amazing job in helping my mom. They kept us informed and navigated the medical bills flawlessly. They were very honest in what to expect and never over-promised results.” – Ruth G.
“I was in an auto accident caused when a driver attempted to turn left on a flashing yellow turn signal in front of me as I was proceeding through a green light in the oncoming lane. After an initial meeting with Robert Crivello, Cannon & Dunphy, S.C. took care of all aspects of the case and were professional, very thorough and worked hard to insure that no aspects were overlooked. I was completely satisfied with their service.” – Carol R.
“My family and I had an excellent experience with the Cannon and Dunphy firm especially with my work with Mr. Robert Crivello. From the beginning, Mr. Crivello was extremely knowledgeable, competent and considerate. He met all of my criteria for the utmost in professionalism. He was able to answer all our of questions along the way and guide us appropriately. We appreciate that he always kept our interests in the forefront regardless of any turn of events. I most highly recommend him and would return to Mr. Crivello and his firm should we need such services again.” – Caroline P.
“It has been a pleasure to work with Attorney Robert D. Crivello and his support staff over the last 3 years. His expertise, sensitivity, and attention to detail have been demonstrated since day 1 of the auto accident. My mother and I were referred to Attorney Crivello through a family friend and we could not be more thankful for that referral to Cannon & Dunphy, S.C. Legal recovery is meant to make an individual whole again, however this cannot be accomplished without advocates such as those at Cannon & Dunphy, S.C. My mother and I never felt confused, unvalued, detached, nor dissatisfied with regard to the settlement process/outcome, and for this we say Thank you!” – D.A.S., B.T.S.
“I wanted to let you know how pleased my wife and I are with the results Attorney Robert Crivello was able to achieve for our daughter. From day one (1) Attorney Crivello was professional, honest, easy to talk to, and just a phone call away. He was a wonderful advocate for our daughter and we could not be happier with all of the hard work and time he devoted to her case. I have always felt the greatest compliment is a referral or recommendation and I can guarantee I will always do both if I ever know of anyone who needs a great attorney at a great firm! Looking back, we are so thankful to have contacted Cannon and Dunphy, and getting to work with Attorney Crivello!” – Brian O.
“A good friend recommended Cannon and Dunphy to help resolve an unfortunate incident I was involved in. And, while the situation fortunately wasn’t one of life or death, it was important to our family that it be resolved equitably. Robert Crivello at Cannon and Dunphy was a consistent source of good counsel and sound advice throughout my recovery, and beyond. He was tough when necessary, but always patient and steady. We feel we were well represented by Robert, and would not hesitate to have him on our side should that need arise again.” – Paul R.
“My Mother was in a serious auto accident two and half years ago and is now being represented by Robert Crivello of Cannon and Dunphy. She met with Mr. Crivello and another attorney from C&D this past Friday and could not have been more pleased with the experience. She expressed how personable they both were and her confidence in their abilities.” – Tod K.
“Robert Crivello was my first experience with a lawyer and he made the experience a fantastic one. Attorney Crivello represented my son in a complex case regarding a canine attack. He was well versed in both current laws and knowing what my family’s needs would be during a very difficult time. His approachable and winning demeanor made our family very comfortable. He and the staff at Cannon & Dunphy S.C. were seemingly always available to answer any questions we had at such a chaotic time of surgeries, hospital stays and doctor visits. My impression of lawyers is forever changed because of the compassionate attention given to my son’s needs! I would recommend Cannon & Dunphy S.C., specifically Robert Crivello, for any and all personal injury needs.” – Stacy H.
“Thank you for accepting my car accident case and thank you to Cannon & Dunphy, S.C. too. I know I could never have handled it on my own and I was grateful to have you and such a prestigious firm represent me. I hope, as you said, never to have to call on you again. But, I am reassured to know that if there would be a problem, you are there. It has been very nice working with you and I wish you well personally and professionally.” – Mary S.
“I had incurred a very serious and permanent dog bite injury and was recommended to Cannon and Dunphy. I met with attorney Robert Crivello and was overwhelmed with his concern of the case and myself. He worked tirelessly for me, even though my case was smaller than he may be used to. I received excellent advice along the way, and the outcome was far greater than I expected. Mr. Crivello is a dedicated, intelligent and kind person. I never doubted I chose the right attorney and law firm.” – Patricia W.
“Thank you for your excellent representation in my personal injury claim. It has been a genuine pleasure to have your expertise, counsel and guidance. I am very pleased with the result of your efforts on my behalf. Throughout these many months you have, at all times, been professional, articulate, detailed, compassionate, personable and supportive in every way needed. I cannot thank you enough for making this difficult, protracted and, at times, distasteful process tolerable. Your knowledge and expertise; your patience explaining each and every step; presenting scenarios; risks and/or benefits; answering my questions; was an enormous factor in ensuring that each discussion and choice I made was fully informed and made with complete confidence. As busy as I knew you were, I never felt rushed or that you were not giving my every concern, large or small, your complete attention.” – Mary K.
“I was involved in a car accident that resulted in injuries,. My team of attorneys could not have been better. I was pleased with the way I was treated from the minute I walked through the doors at Cannon & Dunphy’s offices. I was treated with respect and kindness by their staff, and without out their expertise, my case would not have had the same outcome in court as it had. They respected me, my feelings and beliefs throughout every step. Never was I a number to them. I cannot speak highly enough of Sarah Kaas and Robert Crivello. Thank you, your reputation speaks of your hard work and the job you did for me.” – Kathy R.
“Responsive, kind, ethical, and effective. I really couldn’t ask for more from a lawyer. Robert Crivello has been wonderful to work with, as has his paralegal, Julie. He also took my case despite a time constraint, which I appreciate immensely. I was able to focus on my continued healing while he dealt with the insurance companies and handled what would have been impossibly stressful for me to do on my own. A huge thank you to them!” – Karina W.
“Rob and Julie were wonderful in helping me emotionally work through a terrible family accident and took care of all the insurance matters for me.” – Kim K.
“Cannon & Dunphy recently successfully settled an injury case for our family. Attorney Crivello was professional, sympathetic and understanding. We received timely updates and sound legal advice to gain a very satisfactory outcome. Our sincere thanks to him (and Julie in his office)! Will highly recommend if ever the opportunity presents itself.” – Mary Z.
“Robert Crivello and his team are outstanding. They took the stress away from me and got me the results I felt I deserved after being in a severe MVA. I would highly recommend them for anyone who wants results!” – Tyler J.
“Robert Crivello and Julie Fiedler were great to work with! Highly recommend them to anyone needing a personal injury attorney!” – Brittany H.
“Very professional law firm. We felt very taken care of. Thanks Robert!” – Katey R.
