About Personal Injury Claims in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Consultations are free and come with no obligation to hire our firm. We will review what happened, answer your questions, and tell you honestly whether we believe you have a claim worth pursuing.

Nothing upfront. We handle injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means our fee is a percentage of what we recover for you. If we do not obtain a recovery, you owe us nothing.

We represent injured people throughout Pittsburgh and Allegheny County, as well as surrounding communities across Western Pennsylvania. If you are unsure whether we can take your case, call our office at (412) 231-9973.

We have represented injured people and their families since 1981 and have recovered more than $250 million on their behalf. That history means we know the local courts, the defense firms, and the insurance carriers on the other side of these cases.

You can handle a claim on your own, but the insurance company will have adjusters and attorneys working to limit what it pays. Most people do not know what their claim is actually worth until someone reviews the medical records, the lost income, and the long-term effects of the injury.

It depends on the complexity of the case, the severity of the injuries, and whether the insurance company negotiates in good faith. Some claims resolve in a matter of months, while cases that require litigation can take a year or more. We will give you a realistic timeline based on your specific facts.

Our attorneys represent injured people and their families in a wide range of claims throughout Pittsburgh and the surrounding counties, including:

• Bicycle Accidents
• Brain Injury
• Burn Injury
• Child Injury
• Construction Accidents
• Dog Bites
• Elevator and Escalator Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Nursing Home Abuse
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Premises Liability
• Product Liability
• Slip and Fall Accidents
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Wrongful Death

In most cases, Pennsylvania law gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Some exceptions apply, for example, claims involving government entities may have shorter deadlines, and cases involving minors may have extended timelines. Contact our office as soon as possible to make sure your rights are fully protected.

No, not before speaking with an attorney. Insurance adjusters are trained to gather information that can be used to minimize or deny your claim. Even a casual, well-intentioned statement can be taken out of context. Once you retain our firm, we handle all communications with the insurance company on your behalf.

Pennsylvania’s modified comparative negligence rule allows you to recover compensation as long as your share of fault does not exceed 51 percent. Your award is reduced in proportion to your degree of responsibility. We can evaluate the specific facts of your situation during your free consultation.

Many personal injury cases are resolved through settlement without going to trial. However, if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, our attorneys are fully prepared to take your case to court and advocate for you before a jury.

Seek medical attention right away, even if your injuries seem minor. Document the scene with photos if you are able, collect witness contact information, report the incident to the appropriate parties, and contact an attorney before speaking with any insurance company.

Depending on your case, you may be entitled to recover medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, scarring and disfigurement, and loss of consortium, among other damages.

Depending on your situation, you may still have options. Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage, if included in your own policy, can provide compensation when the at-fault party lacks adequate coverage. In some cases, other liable parties may also be identified. Our attorneys will review every available avenue of recovery during your free consultation.

Possibly, depending on how much time has passed and the nature of your claim. Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations is generally two years, but certain exceptions may extend or shorten that window. The sooner you contact an attorney, the better, even if some time has already passed.

We handle car accident claims arising from a wide range of driver conduct and crash circumstances, including:

• Distracted Driving Accidents
• Drunk Driving Accidents
• Highway Car Accidents
• Hit and Run Accidents
• Lyft and Uber Accidents
• Rental Car Accidents
• Road Rage Accidents
• Whiplash Injuries

Pennsylvania drivers generally choose either full tort or limited tort coverage when purchasing auto insurance. Full tort typically preserves the right to seek compensation for pain and suffering, while limited tort may restrict that right unless certain legal requirements or exceptions apply. Your insurance policy will identify the coverage you selected.

In most cases, Pennsylvania law requires a personal injury lawsuit to be filed within two years of the date of the accident. However, certain circumstances may affect the applicable deadline, so it is important to seek legal guidance promptly.

Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence rule. Depending on the circumstances, you may still recover compensation if you were less than 51% responsible for the accident, although any recovery may be reduced based on your percentage of fault.

If you have uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage, you may be able to recover compensation through your own insurance policy. The availability of coverage depends on the terms of your policy and the circumstances of the accident.

Before providing a recorded statement, it is often helpful to understand your legal rights and the potential impact your statements may have on your claim. Speaking with an attorney first can help you make an informed decision.

Our attorneys investigate truck crashes caused by driver conduct, carrier decisions, and cargo handling failures, including cases involving:

• Drunk Driving
• Driver Fatigue
• Improper Loading
• Negligence

In most cases, Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim under 42 Pa. C.S. Section 5524. There are limited exceptions, but waiting creates serious risks. Evidence disappears, witnesses become harder to locate, and missing the deadline can bar your claim entirely. Contact us as soon as possible.

Multiple parties may share liability depending on the facts. The truck driver, the trucking company, a third-party cargo loader, the vehicle manufacturer, and maintenance contractors are all potential defendants. Part of our investigation is identifying every party whose negligence contributed to your injury. More liable parties often means greater available insurance coverage.

If you are able, call 911, get medical attention, and document the scene with photos. Do not give recorded statements to any insurance company. Obtain the truck driver’s information, the carrier’s name, and the truck’s DOT number if possible. Then call us. You do not need to have everything sorted out before you call. That is what we are here for.

Most truck accident cases resolve through settlement negotiations before trial. However, we prepare every case as if it will go to a jury. Carriers and their insurers know which firms will take a case to verdict. That preparation affects the offers we receive on your behalf.

Nothing upfront. We handle truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery. If we do not obtain a recovery for you, you owe us nothing. We offer a free initial consultation with no obligation.

Interstate trucking cases are common and we handle them regularly. Federal motor carrier regulations apply regardless of where the driver or carrier is based. Pennsylvania courts have jurisdiction over accidents occurring within the state. Out-of-state carriers do not change your right to recover.