Richard E. Updegrove wears several hats. Not only does he serve many clients in the Personal Injury Department at Spadafora & Verrastro, he also serves many constituents as a Niagara County Legislator. A resident of Lockport, Updegrove is also Chairman of the Economic Development Committee for the Niagara County Legislature. He has worked for the law firm for over six years and has a proven track record of successful verdicts and settlements. Recently, Updegrove took on a client, rejected by a "billboard" law firm, who fractured her ankle when she was caused to fall on ice. After commencing the trial and putting on the client's proof, the insurance carrier offered $300,000.00 to settle the case. Updegrove's representation of a child who was attacked by a pit bull resulted in an award of $750,000.00. Attorney Updegrove would like to remind you that a dog is not necessarily allowed “one free bite" before its owner is liable to persons bitten or attacked.