About David
David J. Cripe is an accomplished personal injury attorney and managing partner at Hauptman, O’Brien, Wolf & Lathrop, where he represents accident victims across Nebraska and Iowa. With decades of legal experience, David is known for his thorough case preparation, tenacious advocacy, and commitment to protecting the rights of individuals injured by negligence. His legal career began as an Assistant Public Defender before he spent more than eight years defending insurance companies in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. That unique background gives him valuable insight into insurance company strategies, allowing him to build stronger claims and pursue the best possible outcomes for his clients.
David focuses his practice on car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, catastrophic injuries, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, premises liability, wrongful death, and other complex personal injury matters. He approaches every case with meticulous attention to detail, believing that early evidence collection and careful preparation are essential to successful results. In addition to his legal practice, David is actively involved in his community through charitable work, youth sports coaching, and leadership roles with local schools and organizations. Clients appreciate his straightforward communication, unwavering dedication, and determination to secure the compensation they deserve while guiding them through every stage of the legal process.
