Serving Greater Philadelphia
Straight Talk for Injured Victims in Southeastern Pennsylvania
A rear-end on the Schuylkill. A slip on a wet Wawa floor. One careless second leaves you hurting and buried in bills while an insurance adjuster plays hardball. Our Philadelphia personal injury lawyers shut down the delay-and-deny routine so you can get fair compensation and heal. Our personal injury clients trust that we will move quickly while they focus on recovery.
From our Center City office, we fight for injured Pennsylvanians across the Greater Philadelphia area, including Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester Counties.
Why Thousands Trust The Law Offices of Craig A. Altman
The right personal injury lawyer changes everything. Hire proven courtroom talent, and insurers stop stalling, evidence gets preserved, and doctors agree to treat on liens instead of demanding cash upfront. That is why thousands of injured Pennsylvanians have turned to Craig A. Altman when the stakes are high. As a personal injury law firm serving Greater Philadelphia, we protect your legal rights from day one.
- Decades of courtroom experience. We have tried and resolved cases against most major insurance companies operating in Pennsylvania. Carriers know our name, which often means faster and fairer offers for you.
- Local insight. Our attorneys know every mile of I-95, the PA Turnpike, Route 202, and Roosevelt Boulevard. We have handled cases in county courthouses from Philadelphia to Pottstown, Doylestown to Coatesville, and everywhere in between across Southeastern Pennsylvania.
- Rapid response. One of our experienced attorneys, not a call center clerk, returns your call the same day and keeps you updated at every step. You will never wonder what is happening with your case.
- All-in advocacy. We are dedicated to championing our clients’ rights against insurance companies. If we do not win, you owe us nothing.
- Zero language barriers. Our Spanish-speaking staff makes the process clear and as stress-free as possible, so personal injury clients fully understand their legal rights and the legal process.
- Reputation that helps. Personal injury clients often describe our entire team as extremely professional. Many tell us they are forever grateful for the legal help they received when seeking justice after an injury.
We combine street-level empathy with serious trial skills, exactly what is needed when insurance companies want to play hardball.
Personal Injury Cases Our Law Firm Handles
Other law firms dabble; we deliver. We focus on the kinds of negligence that shatter lives and leave families drowning in medical bills. If someone’s negligence caused your injury, chances are we have litigated it and won.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Distracted driving, speeding, or drunk driving, whatever the cause, we build airtight car accident cases. Our legal team gathers dash-cam footage, black box data, and cellphone records within days to lock in liability before evidence disappears.
We handle car, motorcycle, truck, bicycle, and pedestrian crashes, along with property damage claims and diminished earning capacity when injuries keep you out of work. Our car accident lawyers also pursue compensation for income loss, medical expenses, and pain and suffering.
Slips, Trips & Falls
Property owners must either fix hazards or warn you about them, including icy sidewalks, leaking freezers, and broken stair railings. We secure incident reports, weather records, and safety logs to prove they knew or should have known about the danger. Slip and fall injuries happen when people are hurt on someone else’s property due to unsafe conditions.
Premises Liability Claims
Dog bites, swimming pool accidents, negligent security, and other property hazards violate basic safety rules. We review animal control reports, prior incident logs, and maintenance records to demonstrate that the owner ignored known hazards, and then identify every policy that can fund your recovery.
Defective Products
Product liability claims make manufacturers pay when lithium-ion batteries ignite, power tools kick back, or tainted baby formula sickens infants. We team up with engineers and use FDA and CPSC recall data to prove the defect, trace every supply-chain link, and demand full compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and pain.
Motorcycle & Bike Crashes
Riders lack a protective shell, so injuries can be severe. We use experts to project future medical expenses, including multiple surgeries and prosthetics, and calculate lost earning capacity.
Pedestrian Injuries
Crosswalk strikes and curb-jump crashes devastate families. We subpoena traffic-light timing data and nearby surveillance footage to demonstrate that drivers failed to comply with their duties. We pursue compensation for a broken leg, spinal cord injuries, and other trauma, along with emotional distress and lost wages.
Construction Accidents
Construction accident victims face more than workers’ compensation forms. Falls from scaffolding, trench collapses, and rogue forklifts can fracture bones and fingers. We pair OSHA investigators with site-safety experts, identify the responsible subcontractor or equipment supplier, and pursue third-party lawsuits for pain and suffering and other damages not covered by workers’ compensation, while workers’ compensation may cover medical bills and a portion of wage loss.
Medical Malpractice
Hospitals and medical professionals must meet accepted standards of care. When a missed diagnosis, medication error, or surgical mistake causes harm, we enlist independent specialists, comply with Pennsylvania’s Certificate of Merit rule, and pursue damages for revision surgery, lifelong treatment, and lost earnings.
Severe Injuries & Wrongful Death
Life-changing injuries demand full justice. We partner with neurologists, life-care planners, and economists to quantify lifelong medical costs, home modifications, lost household services, and diminished earning capacity so juries and insurers see the full picture. A wrongful death claim is pursued by families who lost a loved one due to another party’s negligence.
Pennsylvania Personal Injury Law: Key Rules
Understanding a few key Pennsylvania rules can protect your rights and your recovery. Use the points below to see how deadlines, fault, insurance, and damages work before you take your next step.
- Statute of Limitations. Under Pennsylvania law, you typically have two years from the date the injury occurred to file a personal injury lawsuit. Waiting can destroy a valid claim.
- Who Can File. A claim can be brought by a competent adult. A minor or an incompetent adult must have a parent, guardian, or court-appointed representative file on their behalf.
- Modified Comparative Negligence. You can recover damages if you are less than 51%, but your award is reduced by your share of fault. At 51% or more, you collect nothing.
- Auto Insurance and No-Fault Medical Benefits. Pennsylvania uses a no-fault system for medical bills through Personal Injury Protection. Every PA auto policy carries at least $5,000 in medical benefits. Drivers choose Full or Limited Tort. Limited Tort can restrict pain and suffering unless certain thresholds are met, but exceptions often apply.
- Damages You Can Recover. Personal injury victims may recover economic damages such as medical bills, lost wages, and property damage, and non-economic damages for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. Punitive damages are intended to punish egregious misconduct and deter similar conduct. They are only awarded in rare cases.
- Are There Caps on Damages? In most Pennsylvania personal injury cases, there is no cap on compensatory damages. There are statutory limits when the at-fault party is the Commonwealth or a local government. In medical malpractice cases, compensatory damages are not capped, but punitive damages are limited by law, and a portion of any punitive award is allocated to the state fund.
Understanding these rules early keeps insurers from exploiting loopholes later.
What To Do After an Accident
- Seek medical attention and go straight to the hospital. Always go directly from the accident scene to the ER or urgent care for a full medical evaluation and treatment of your visible and hidden injuries. Prompt medical attention protects your health and your claim.
- Follow your doctor’s orders. Careful follow-through strengthens your case and protects your health.
- Document everything. Take photos or video of the accident scene, vehicles, hazards, and visible injuries.
- Collect witness information. Get names and contact details from anyone who saw what happened.
- Report the incident. For a crash, call 911 and get a police report. For a fall or other injury on property, file an incident report with the owner or manager.
- Notify your insurer, but be cautious. Decline recorded statements until you have legal representation. Insurance companies often aim to minimize payouts.
- Call us. Our Philadelphia personal injury attorneys act quickly to preserve evidence and protect your rights.
Remember, the burden of proof is on the injured person to show that the responsible party was negligent.
How Our Fees Work
Most personal injury cases are handled under a contingency fee agreement.
- No upfront legal fees. You do not pay hourly fees while your case is pending.
- We advance case costs. Under a typical contingency-fee agreement, our firm advances the costs required to build your case, so you are not burdened with costs.
- We are paid only if you recover. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney’s fee. This structure aligns our interests with yours and motivates us to pursue the maximum compensation.
- Discuss the details. We encourage every client to review and discuss the terms of the contingency fee agreement, so you know what fees apply in different scenarios.
- Access to justice. Contingency arrangements allow injured people to hire skilled counsel they might not otherwise be able to afford.
Many personal injury lawyers, including our firm, offer free consultations so you can see if we are a good fit before you decide.
How To Choose the Right Pennsylvania Injury Lawyer
The right attorney protects your legal rights and recovery. Use the checklist below to compare firms, then schedule a free consultation.
- Check online reviews and testimonials. Look for feedback about communication, results, and client care from personal injury clients.
- Verify licensing and standing. Use the Pennsylvania Bar Association to confirm an attorney’s status. The Pennsylvania Bar Association also offers a lawyer referral service for residents.
- Ask about the trial experience. An extensive experience for the past few years can give your lawyer leverage in settlement negotiations with insurance companies.
- Review the track record. A strong history of successful settlements and verdicts matters.
- Choose focus over general practice. An attorney specializing in personal injury law is often more effective than a generalist.
Free consultation. Most firms provide a free case review so you can ask questions before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will my personal injury case take?
Each case is different. We move quickly and keep you updated. Many cases resolve within months, while others take longer, especially when multiple surgeries or complex medical care are involved.
Do I pay anything up front to start a personal injury claim?
No. We offer a free case consultation. If you choose to move forward with our personal injury law firm, we work on a contingency fee arrangement and advance litigation costs on your behalf. Once we recover compensation, legal fees, and costs are deducted, and you receive the rest.
Can I change lawyers if I am unhappy with my current attorney?
Yes. We handle the transfer at no added cost to you.
Why should I call a personal injury lawyer so soon?
Surveillance footage gets erased, skid marks fade, witnesses forget. Prompt action preserves evidence and maximizes the value of your personal injury case.
Ready to Take Legal Action For Your Injuries?
Insurance companies have playbooks. We have been countering them for over 35 years. If you have experienced a serious injury, contact the Pennsylvania personal injury lawyers at The Law Offices of Craig A. Altman for a free consultation today to learn more about your legal options and a fair settlement. Speak with our experienced attorneys, and let us handle the legal process while you focus on your recovery.
$10 Million
Burn Injury in Pennsylvania
$1.3 Million
Bar Patron Assault in Pennsylvania
$750,000
Injury Caused by an Exploding Thermos
$550,000
Neck & Back Injuries
$400,000
Motor Vehicle Accident
$300,000
Minor with a Broken Leg
$300,000
Injuries Resulting From a Trip & Fall
$250,000
Pedestrian Accident
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Cases We Handle in Pennsylvania
Hurt in a car crash, trucking accident, slip-and-fall, or other negligence-based mishap in Southeast Pennsylvania?
The Altman Team focuses exclusively on personal injury law, leveraging a deep command of Pennsylvania tort statutes to win maximum compensation for residents of Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware Counties.
You owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you.