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Joe Whitcomb

Joe Whitcomb is the founder and president of Whitcomb, Selinsky, PC (WSM). In addition, he manages the firm and heads up the Government Procurement and International Business Transactions Law sections. As a result of his military service as a U.S. Army Ranger and as a non-commissioned officer in the Air Force, he learned mission accomplishment. While serving in the Air Force, he earned his Bachelor’s in Social Sciences and a Master’s in International Relations. His Master’s emphasis was on National Security and International Political Economics. After his military career, Joe attended law school at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.

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Bourne v. M.D.: Nevada Court Allows Malpractice Claim for Suicide

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 24, 2025

Medical Malpractice and Suicide Liability The Nevada Supreme Court addressed whether a medical provider can be held liable for a patient’s suicide in Bourne v. Valdes. The case involved a wrongful death claim brought by the family of David Bourne,...

Medical Malpractice Law Wrongful Death
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Hathaway v. Zoot: Montana Court Upholds Wrongful Discharge Ruling

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 22, 2025

In Hathaway v. Zoot Enterprises, the Montana Supreme Court addressed claims of wrongful discharge and age discrimination brought by a former...

Employment Law Employment Discrimination Wrongful Termination
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Shook v. NCG: Counselors' Wrongful Termination Suit Revived

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 20, 2025

In Shook v. NCG Acquisition, LLC, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit addressed wrongful termination claims filed by three licensed...

Employment Law Wrongful Termination
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Court Rules on Workers' Comp for Amputee in Jackiw Case

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 19, 2025

Jennifer Jackiw, an employee of Soft Pretzel Franchise, suffered a work-related injury that resulted in the amputation of her right forearm. Under...

Disability Benefits SSDI
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Connelly v. U.S.: Stock Redemption Doesn’t Offset Estate Tax

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 17, 2025

The case involved a dispute over how to calculate the estate tax for a deceased shareholder in a closely held corporation. Michael and Thomas...

Tax Law Estate Planning Wills, Trusts & Estates
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Police Disability Benefits Wrongly Denied, Court Rules in Rainey

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 11, 2025

Smith v. Social Security Administration revolved around Smith, who sought Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits due to multiple...

Disability Benefits SSDI
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Court Overturns Social Security Denial in Martin v. Saul

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 10, 2025

Michael Martin applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, alleging that chronic pain, degenerative disc disease, and...

Disability Benefits SSDI
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Kelley v. GM: Collective Bargaining Agreement Overrides State Law

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 09, 2025

The case revolved around a claimant who sought Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits due to multiple medical conditions. The claimant...

Disability Benefits SSDI
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Johnson v. Cincy Automall: Court Revives Wrongful Termination Case

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: February 05, 2025

In Johnson v. Cincy Automall, Inc., the Ohio Court of Appeals addressed claims of wrongful discharge and sex discrimination following a dispute over...

Employment Law Wrongful Termination Discrimination
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Montgomery v. O’Malley: Credibility and RFC Analysis Upheld

Picture of Joe Whitcomb Joe Whitcomb: January 29, 2025

The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has upheld the Social Security Administration’s denial of disability benefits to former...

Social Security Disability ALJ Disability Decision
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