Accident Lawyer in NE PA


For your information, I've listed below more specific information on the most likely situations that people find themselves in. If you have a question about another area not listed here, please contact me for a more personal response.
Auto Accident	If you have been injured on the roadways of Pennsylvania as the result of the careless or negligent act of another driver, you want an experienced personal injury lawyer to help you get full and fair compensation for all your injuries. You may be unable to work and need long-term medical treatment. You may experience intense physical pain every day. If you have been hurt in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation. The driver of the vehicle that caused the car crash can be liable for damages, including lost wages, loss of income, medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other types of personal injuries resulting from the collision.
Slip and Fall Injury	The term "slip and fall" generally refers to situations where a person is injured by slipping, tripping or falling due to a dangerous condition on a property. Such falls can happen inside or outside a building, and be caused by any of a number of conditions, including wet floors, poor lighting, structural defects or hidden hazards.
Motorcycle Accident	When you are riding a motorcycle, another person’s careless act can be life threatening. A driver may not look before pulling out in front of you, or may run through a red light without seeing you coming. Often, simply taking action to avoid an accident can cause you to lose control of your bike, leading to significant injury. If you have been hurt on a motorcycle as the result of someone else’s careless or negligent act, you want an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer to help you get full and fair compensation for all your injuries.
Wrongful Death Claim	Wrongful or accidental death can occur for a variety of circumstances. If you have lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence or malice, I can help you hold the people responsible for your loss accountable for the damages caused to your family. We will make sure the responsible insurance company or corporation is accountable and the jury understands the impact of your loss. When a domestic partner, parent, spouse or child has been killed in an accident, the loss is sudden and devastating. In addition to the pain, grief and emotional loss, family members must deal with moving into the future without their loved one. It is at times like this that families turn to an attorney who can help make sense of the legal and financial aspects of the family's loss, and obtain financial compensation from those responsible.
Catastrophic Injury	My law firm handles a multitude of catastrophic injuries. In the past, we have successfully litigated cases involving, but not limited to, the following types of serious injuries: • brain injuries • head injuries • spinal cord injuries • paralysis • burn injuries • amputation • loss of eyesight • loss of hearing.
Trucking Accident	A semi-truck usually weighs in excess of 80,000 pounds and may be 65-75 feet long. Because of this tremendous difference in size and weight, big rigs produce distinct and peculiar issues in lawsuits. For instance, it takes a 40-ton 18-wheeler driving at 10 miles above the speed limit an additional 100 feet to stop. In many cases, this failure to brake correctly explains why big rigs are involved in rear-end collisions, or overturns trying to avoid rear-end collisions. Additionally, the size and configuration of semi-trucks, when traveling on city streets, present unique and unusual risks to both pedestrians and motorists as the attached trailer swings widely left or right, “squeezing” pedestrians, automobiles and bicyclists who are otherwise observing the legal right of way. I have experience in successfully resolving claims against big rig drivers and the companies that hire them. Semi-truck drivers and the companies they work for have a duty to operate their vehicles in a safe and responsible manner. Unsafe driving, loads which are too big or heavy, substandard equipment, dangerous tires, and other unsafe practices put innocent motorists at risk.
Dog Bite	If you are injured or attacked by a dog or other animal, you may have a claim against the owner for your injuries. These types of injuries can require costly medical attention, surgery, pain medication, and cause scarring and disfigurement. Pennsylvania law holds animal owners strictly liable if their pet attacks another person, unless the attack was provoked. An injured person does not need to show that an animal's owner was aware of the animal's dangerous behavior. If you or a family member is injured or attacked by a dog or other animal, contact the police and local animal control immediately. Also, seek appropriate medical attention, as some animals carry diseases such as rabies. Also, try to write down any ownership information from the animal's tags, but only if you can do so safely. If seriously injured in an animal attack, my office will suggest that you be evaluated by a plastic surgeon. This is to determine if the scars are permanent, if surgery would be necessary or helpful, and also determine the approximate cost of surgery.
Pedestrian Accident	Thousands of pedestrians are injured every year in traffic accidents. Often these injuries are very serious, since they involve a motor vehicle hitting a person. These accidents can happen when drivers are not careful in a variety of situations, such as: • Failing to yield for pedestrians in crosswalks; • Backing out of parking spaces in parking lots; • Speeding in residential areas where there are children playing; • Turning right on a red light, and not looking for pedestrians. Pedestrian accidents can result in injuries such as fractures involving surgical repair, head injuries, various back & neck injuries, and death in some cases. I will work to help you make a monetary recovery for your pain and suffering, medical expenses, loss of income, disfigurement, loss of normal life, and any other losses sustained in the accident.
Bus Accident	Bus accidents and fatal crashes occur in a number of different situations. Collisions may occur for many reasons: sometimes by operator error, sometimes by improper maintenance, mechanical flaws or even substandard parts.