Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Edwardsville, PA
Edwardsville workers contribute to manufacturing, retail, and service industries that keep the Wyoming Valley economy running. But these jobs come with real risks — forklift accidents in warehouses, slip-and-fall injuries on loading docks, and cumulative trauma from years of physical labor. When your employer's insurance company questions whether your injury is really work-related or pressures you to return before you have recovered, you need legal representation that puts your health first.
Our Edwardsville personal injury lawyers combine workers comp expertise with personal injury litigation skills. We pursue every avenue of compensation: filing and defending workers comp claims, investigating whether third-party negligence played a role, and ensuring your medical treatment is fully documented and covered. The insurance company has adjusters and defense lawyers — you deserve a team fighting just as hard on your side.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Edwardsville
Workplace Injuries
Forklift accidents, loading dock injuries, repetitive motion disorders, and toxic substance exposure — we file workers comp claims and identify third-party defendants whose negligence contributed to your workplace injury.
Construction Accidents
Falls, electrocution, equipment failures, and trench cave-ins on Edwardsville construction and renovation sites. We hold general contractors, site owners, and equipment suppliers accountable beyond your workers comp benefits.
Workers Compensation
Denied claims, benefit terminations, and independent medical exam disputes — we advocate for Edwardsville workers at hearings and ensure insurers pay every benefit the law requires, including medical expenses and wage loss.
Car Accidents
Crashes on Main Street and the routes linking Edwardsville to Kingston and Wilkes-Barre. We handle insurance negotiations, document damages, and pursue every dollar of compensation owed for your medical bills and lost wages.
Slip & Fall
Slippery warehouse floors, icy store entrances, and uneven commercial walkways in Edwardsville lead to serious injuries. We prove property owners were aware of the hazard and negligently failed to address it.
Wrongful Death
When a workplace or traffic accident fatally injures an Edwardsville resident, we help families pursue wrongful death claims to recover funeral costs, lost income, and compensation for their devastating loss.
Why Edwardsville Injury Victims Choose Our Firm
Local Knowledge
Familiarity with Edwardsville employers, Luzerne County courts, and workers comp procedures
Proven Results
Millions recovered for injured workers and accident victims across the Wyoming Valley
No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you
Personal Attention
Direct access to your attorney — not a paralegal or call center
Comprehensive Support
We coordinate medical care, handle workers comp filings, and pursue third-party liability claims
Your Right to Choose Your Own Doctor After a Work Injury
Many Edwardsville workers do not realize they can switch to their own physician after 90 days of treatment with a panel doctor. Insurance companies benefit when you stay with their preferred providers, who may minimize your condition or clear you to return to work prematurely. Choosing your own doctor means getting an independent medical opinion focused on your health, not the insurer's bottom line.
Our attorneys advise injured workers on when and how to exercise this right, connect them with physicians experienced in occupational injuries, and ensure that the medical documentation supports the full extent of their claim.
"I developed carpal tunnel syndrome from years of assembly work at an Edwardsville plant. The company doctor said I was fine to keep working. PA Attorney Source helped me switch to an independent specialist who confirmed I needed surgery. They fought my workers comp claim through to a hearing and won me full benefits including time off for recovery."
Linda S.
Edwardsville, PA
Pennsylvania Injury Laws That Affect Your Edwardsville Case
Two-Year Statute of Limitations
Pennsylvania law requires personal injury lawsuits to be filed within two years of the injury date. Missing this deadline bars your claim permanently.
Modified Comparative Negligence
Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are more than 51% responsible, you cannot recover damages at all under Pennsylvania's modified rule.
Choice No-Fault Auto Insurance
Pennsylvania drivers choose between "full tort" and "limited tort" coverage, which determines when you can sue for pain and suffering after a car accident.
No Cap on Compensatory Damages
Pennsylvania does not cap compensatory damages in most personal injury cases, though claims against government entities have special limitations.
How We Handle Your Edwardsville Injury Case
Free Consultation
We evaluate your case and explain your legal options at no cost or obligation.
Investigation
We gather evidence, interview witnesses, obtain records, and consult experts.
Case Strategy
We develop a tailored legal strategy to maximize your compensation.
Negotiation
We negotiate aggressively with insurance companies to counter lowball offers.
Litigation
If a fair settlement is not offered, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial.
Resolution
We finalize your settlement, address liens, and get your compensation quickly.
Our Practice Areas
Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Cases in Edwardsville
Notify your supervisor or employer in writing as soon as possible after the injury occurs. Pennsylvania requires notice within 120 days, but immediate reporting strengthens your claim. Seek medical treatment right away and keep records of all doctor visits. Contact a workers compensation attorney before accepting or signing anything from your employer's insurance carrier.
Pennsylvania law requires most employers to carry workers compensation insurance. If your employer is uninsured, you can file a claim with the Uninsured Employers Guaranty Fund, which provides benefits to injured workers whose employers failed to carry required coverage. You may also have the right to sue your employer directly in this situation.
For the first 90 days, you must treat with a physician on your employer's posted list of approved providers, if one exists. After 90 days, you may choose any licensed healthcare provider. If your employer does not have a posted list, you may choose your own doctor from the start. Our attorneys ensure your right to appropriate medical care is protected.
Workers compensation is a no-fault system that provides medical benefits and wage loss regardless of who caused the injury, but it does not pay for pain and suffering. A personal injury lawsuit against a third party can recover pain and suffering, full lost wages, and other damages. When both options exist, we pursue both to maximize your total recovery.
Simple accepted claims may resolve in weeks, but disputed cases requiring hearings before a workers compensation judge can take six months to over a year. Factors include the complexity of your medical condition, whether the insurer disputes your claim, and the judge's schedule. Our attorneys work to resolve your case as efficiently as possible while securing maximum benefits.
Areas We Serve in Luzerne County
Wilkes-Barre
Borough
Hazleton
Second Largest City
Kingston
Borough
Mountain Top
Census-designated place
Nanticoke
City
Pittston
City
Plymouth
Borough
Exeter
Borough
Swoyersville
Borough
Duryea
Borough
Edwardsville
Borough
Larksville
Borough
Plains
Township
Forty Fort
Borough
Wyoming
Borough
Luzerne
Borough
Dallas
Borough
Harveys Lake
Borough
Injured in Edwardsville? Contact Us Today
If you've been injured at work or in an accident in Edwardsville, don't wait to get legal help. The sooner you contact our experienced personal injury attorneys, the sooner we can begin protecting your rights and building your case.
- Free, no-obligation consultation
- No fee unless we win your case
- Home and hospital visits available
- Millions recovered for Pennsylvania injury victims
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