Reading, Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer

Trusted Personal Injury Attorney for Clients in Reading, PA

When somebody else causes you to suffer an injury, you might have questions about who is responsible for paying for your damages, such as your medical bills or missed wages from your job. Unfortunately, the insurance company of the liable party may not be willing to pay you what your claim is really worth—if they even offer to pay at all. In cases like these, a Reading, PA personal injury attorney can stand up for your rights and fight for payment on your behalf.

At Neuwirth Law Office, LLC, we have years of courtroom experience, and we have been recognized with various honors for our dedicated counsel, including recognition as a Super Lawyer and placement in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers. The sooner you reach out to us, the sooner we can start working on your case.

Representing Reading, PA Residents in Personal Injury Cases

Our firm represents Reading residents across a wide range of personal injury matters. Whether the harm came from a car crash, a hazardous property, or a government entity's negligence, we work to hold the responsible party accountable for the harm caused. Common types of cases we handle include:

• Car and truck accidents: Collisions caused by distracted, speeding, fatigued, or drunk drivers on local roads and highways
• Slip-and-fall accidents: Broken stair steps, slick floors, or poorly maintained walkways can lead to serious falls
• Motorcycle and pedestrian accidents: Crashes involving vulnerable road users who often suffer more severe injuries than vehicle occupants
• Dog bites: Unprovoked attacks caused by an owner's failure to properly control or restrain their animal
• Government liability claims: Injuries caused by a dangerous road, sidewalk, or public building maintained by a city or municipal agency, which involve stricter notice requirements and shorter deadlines than typical claims
• Defective products: Injuries caused by a faulty vehicle part, appliance, or other consumer product

We come prepared to investigate every case in detail, documenting evidence of fault and proof of your injuries to build the strongest claim possible.

What You Should Know Before Filing a Personal Injury Claim

Before filing a claim, it helps to understand a few key rules that can affect your case and its ultimate value. In Pennsylvania, you typically have two years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Exceptions apply for claims against the government, which come with much shorter notice deadlines, sometimes as little as six months. Missing either deadline can prevent you from recovering compensation, even if your case is otherwise strong.

Pennsylvania also follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means you can get paid for your injuries if you were partially to blame, as long as your share of responsibility is 50 percent or less. Any compensation you receive will be reduced by your percentage of fault. Understanding how these rules apply to your specific situation early on can help you avoid mistakes that weaken your claim later.

When Is a Trial Needed for a Personal Injury Case?

A majority of personal injury claims settle outside of court, often in cases where the fault is obvious and the insurance company is willing to pay its fair share. Settling can resolve a case more quickly and with less uncertainty than going through litigation and a courtroom trial.

Trial becomes necessary when an insurance company disputes fault, undervalues your injuries, or refuses to offer a reasonable settlement. Filing a lawsuit can pressure the other side to reconsider its position, and having an attorney prepared to try the case often strengthens your position during negotiations. While no outcome can be guaranteed, thorough preparation from the start gives you the best chance at a favorable result, whether through settlement or trial.

Contact a Reading Personal Injury Attorney Today

Before going up against insurance companies and other large organizations, be sure to secure legal representation first. At Neuwirth Law Office, LLC, we handle the legal work of an injury claim to give you the space and time to recover. Call 215-259-3687 or contact our Reading, PA personal injury lawyer to set up a free consultation.