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.
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 a heavyweight litigator, and insurers stop the stalling, evidence gets preserved, and doctors agree to treat on liens instead of demanding cash upfront. That’s why thousands of injured Pennsylvanians have turned to Craig A. Altman when the stakes are sky‑high.
Decades of courtroom firepower – We’ve tried and won against most major insurance companies operating in Pennsylvania. The carriers know our name, and that means faster, fairer offers for you.
Local insight – Our attorneys know every mile of I‑95, the PA Turnpike, Route 202, and Roosevelt Boulevard. We’ve handled cases in every county courthouse from Philadelphia to Pottstown, Doylestown to Coatesville, and everywhere in between.
Rapid response – One of our Philadelphia personal injury attorneys, not a call center clerk, returns your call the same day and keeps you updated at every step. You’ll never wonder, “What’s happening with my case?”
All‑in advocacy – We are dedicated to championing the rights of our clients against insurance companies. If we don’t win, you owe us nothing. Period.
Zero language barriers – Our Spanish‑speaking staff ensures every personal injury client understands their legal rights and next steps in the legal process.
We combine street‑level empathy with heavyweight trial skills, exactly what’s 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’ve 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.”
Slips, Trips & Falls
Property owners must fix hazards or warn you, including icy sidewalks, leaky 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.
Premises Liability Claims
Dog bites, swimming pool accidents, negligent security, and other property hazards violate basic safety rules. We pull animal control reports, prior incident logs, and maintenance records to show the owner ignored known dangers, then track down every policy to 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 utilize FDA/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 have zero metal shell, so injuries skyrocket. We use experts to project future medical expenses, including surgeries and prosthetics, and lost earning capacity, vital numbers insurers hope you never calculate.
Pedestrian Injuries
Crosswalk strikes and curb‑jump crashes devastate families. We subpoena traffic‑light timing data and nearby surveillance video to show drivers blew through their legal duties.
Construction Accidents
Construction accident victims face more than workers’ comp forms. Falls from scaffolding, collapsing trenches, and rogue forklifts can shatter bones and futures. We pair OSHA investigators with site‑safety experts, pinpoint the subcontractor or equipment supplier at fault, and pursue third‑party lawsuits for pain, suffering, and lost income, compensation workers’ comp never covers.
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 life‑changing compensation. We partner with neurologists, life‑care planners, and economists to quantify lifelong medical costs, home modifications, and lost household services so juries see the full picture.
Pennsylvania Personal Injury Law
Statute of Limitations: Pennsylvania law (42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 5524) gives you two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Modified Comparative Negligence: This means you can recover damages if you are less than 50 percent at fault, but your award is reduced by your percentage of the blame. At 51 percent or more at fault, you collect nothing.
Full vs. Limited Tort Auto Policies: Limited‑tort drivers often can’t claim pain and suffering unless the injuries are “serious.” We dig for exceptions, such as an out‑of‑state car, a drunk driver, or a commercial vehicle, that unlock full damages even under limited tort.
Mandatory PIP Benefits: Every PA auto policy carries at least $5,000 in medical benefits. We coordinate PIP, health insurance, and any workers’ comp overlap to maximize your settlement.
Understanding these rules early keeps insurers from exploiting loopholes later.
What To Do After an Accident
Report the Incident – If you are in a car accident, call 911 to initiate a police report. If you have been injured on another’s property, file an incident report with the property owner or manager on duty. This initial report is the backbone of any solid personal injury claim.
Seek medical attention – Go to the ER or urgent care the same day for a medical evaluation. Adrenaline often hides injuries, but these records will help prove them.
Document everything – Snap photos of the accident scene, vehicles or property involved, hazard spots, and visible injuries. Jot down witness names and phone numbers.
Alert your insurer – You must notify the insurance company, but decline recorded statements until you have legal representation.
Collect evidence – Medical bills, repair estimates, prescription receipts, and a daily pain journal with notes on pain levels, sleep issues, and missed activities. More proof provides more leverage for non‑economic damages.
Call us for a free consultation – The sooner our experienced attorneys can get started, the stronger we can build your case to recover maximum financial compensation on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will my personal injury case take?
It’s challenging to provide a specific timeframe, as each case is unique and can vary significantly. However, please rest assured that we are committed to working diligently to expedite the process and move things along as quickly as possible.
Do I pay anything upfront 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 will work on a contingency fee arrangement and advance all litigation costs on your behalf. Once we recover compensation, legal fees, and other expenses are deducted, and a check for the remaining amount is issued to you.
Can I change if I’m unhappy with my current personal injury 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’ve shredded them for over 35 years. If you’ve experienced a serious injury, contact the skilled lawyers at The Law Offices of Craig A. Altman for a free consultation today to learn more about your legal options.
$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.