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Elena Kaatz

Associate Attorney at Moss & Colella, P.C.

Elena's impressive journey began at the University of Michigan, where she earned her undergraduate degree in political science and international studies. She furthered her education at Wayne State University, graduating with her law degree in 2021. Since then, she has honed her skills in medical malpractice and no-fault insurance defense litigation for three years. Her experience also includes significant involvement in appellate work, showcasing her ability to navigate complex legal challenges. Most recently, Elena served as a Staff Attorney at the Oakland County Circuit Court under the Honorable Phyllis McMillen, where she gained invaluable insights into the judicial process. When not lawyering, Elena enjoys traveling, playing soccer, and spending time with her two dogs!

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Education

Bar Admission

Special Recognitions

$2,750,000

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Medical Malpractice

An oral surgeon failed to properly diagnose a vascular lesion prior to surgery. The surgeon proceeded to remove it in a negligent fashion, causing life-threatening consequences.

$1,550,000

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Negligence

The rescue devices at an apartment complex swimming pool were not up to code, leading to the drowning of an eight-year-old girl.

$1,250,000

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Police Brutality

An unarmed woman was wrongfully shot multiple times inside of her vehicle by the Dearborn Police Department, causing her death.

$600,000

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3rd Party Auto

Woman was rear-ended on Woodward Avenue by a semi-tractor trailer vehicle resulting in traumatic brain injury along with cervical and lumbar disc herniations.

$450,000

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Motorcycle/3rd Party Auto

A motorcyclist was rear-ended by a motor vehicle and catapulted from his bike causing the client to suffer disc herniations, disc bulges, and spinal fusion surgery.

$303,000

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Pedestrian/3rd Party Auto

Pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle resulting in a traumtic brain injury and fractured skull.

$280,000

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Pedestrian MACP

Pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle and the driver fled the scene. Client suffered a fractured skull, cervical disc herniation, and multiple lumbar and thoracic disc bulges. Because neither the Client nor any relatives in his household had insurance, Client filed a claim with the Michigan Assigned Claims Plan.

Meet Our Award-Winning Team

A. Vince Colella

Founding partner of Moss & Colella, P.C.

David Moss

Senior partner and co-founder of Moss & Colella, P.C.

Melanie Duda

Trial attorney at Moss & Colella, P.C.

Ryan Piekarski

Senior litigation attorney at Moss & Colella, P.C.

Kimberly Steinberg Goodman

Attorney at Moss & Colella, P.C.

Elena Kaatz

Associate Attorney at Moss & Colella, P.C.

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About the Firm

The attorneys of Moss & Colella have carefully chosen their career paths to fight for those that have suffered from injury and wrongful death. We believe every citizen should have the right to hire the best lawyer who will actively advocate for their case.

David Moss and Vince Colella have over 60 collective years of personal injury trial experience that provides you a level of legal services and success unmatched by other firms. By working together, we have the ability to find creative, effective, and efficient solutions to even the most complex cases. No matter what situation you face, we will help you get through it.

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