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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Buffalo Police's Conduct Ruled Reckless in Personal Injury Suit

Joe Whitcomb: January 15, 2024

In this personal injury case, plaintiffs sought damages for injuries sustained in an accident involving a police officer, the Buffalo Police Department (BPD), and the City of Buffalo. This blog post will provide a professional analysis of the case,...

Personal Injury reckless conduct

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CBCA Denies Independent Contractor's Appeal for Employee Benefits

Joe Whitcomb: January 12, 2024

In a worker classification dispute, John Douglas Burke has raised concerns regarding his entitlement to additional compensation beyond what he...

Government Contracts Employment Law Contract Dispute

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Are Personal Injury Settlement Awards Considered "Disposable Income" in Bankruptcy?

Joe Whitcomb: January 06, 2024

In a bankruptcy case, Pamela D. Martin found herself at the center of a legal battle over her personal injury settlement proceeds. The case began...

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Personal Injury

small dog at the vet's office being medically examined by a veterinarian

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Pet Injury Lawsuit: Assessing Damages for Injury to Personal Property

Joe Whitcomb: January 06, 2024

In a legal battle, Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners, LLC finds itself in a dispute with Kristine Anderson, a pet owner. Anderson claims that her dog...

Court of Appeals

Christmas decorations and a smartphone lie next to a retail card reader on a hard surface

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Barron vs. Tridair Helicopters: Overtime and Holiday Pay under the SCA

Joe Whitcomb: January 03, 2024

Richard and Linda Barron found themselves in a lawsuit against Tridair Helicopters, Inc. They alleged violations of the Service Contract Act (SCA),...

Service Contract Act Holiday Pay Overtime Violation