Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys Serving All of Lackawanna County
Lackawanna County's highway network — Interstate 81, the Casey Highway, the PA Turnpike Northeast Extension, and Routes 6 and 11 — carries tens of thousands of vehicles daily through communities from Scranton and Dunmore to Carbondale and Clarks Summit. This volume of traffic, combined with commercial truck operations, seasonal weather hazards, and high-speed interchanges, makes vehicle accidents the leading cause of serious injuries throughout the county.
No matter where in Lackawanna County your accident occurred — a multi-car pileup on I-81 near Moosic, a motorcycle crash on the Casey Highway near Archbald, a truck collision at the I-476 interchange in Clarks Summit, or a T-bone accident at an intersection in Old Forge — our personal injury attorneys know the roads, the courts, and the insurance companies involved. We fight to recover the full compensation you are owed for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and every other loss the accident caused.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle Across Lackawanna County
Car Accidents
From high-speed I-81 collisions to intersection crashes in Scranton, Dunmore, and Dickson City — we investigate every accident thoroughly, prove fault, and fight insurers who try to minimize your compensation.
Motorcycle Accidents
Riders on the Casey Highway, Routes 6 and 11, and county back roads face devastating injuries when cars fail to yield. We overcome anti-motorcycle bias and recover full damages for catastrophic injuries.
Truck Accidents
I-81 and the PA Turnpike carry heavy commercial truck traffic through Lackawanna County daily. We obtain black box data, driver logs, and safety records to hold trucking companies accountable for every violation that caused your crash.
Slip & Fall
Dangerous property conditions at shopping centers, apartment complexes, and commercial properties across the county injure residents year-round. We prove the property owner's negligence and fight for full compensation.
Medical Malpractice
Patients at Geisinger CMC, Moses Taylor, and medical facilities across the county deserve proper care. We secure the certificate of merit and retain qualified experts to prove exactly how the standard of care was violated.
Wrongful Death
When a fatal highway collision, drunk driving crash, or negligent truck driver takes a loved one, we pursue both wrongful death and survival actions to recover funeral costs, lost income, and compensation for your family's irreplaceable loss.
Why Lackawanna County Accident Victims Choose Our Firm
Local Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge of Lackawanna County courts, judges, and the insurance companies that operate throughout the region
Proven Results
Millions recovered for car accident, truck collision, and injury victims across all of Lackawanna County
No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you
Personal Attention
Your attorney personally handles your case from the first call through final resolution
Comprehensive Support
We manage accident investigation, medical documentation, and all negotiations with every insurance carrier involved
Why Hiring a Local Lackawanna County Attorney Matters
Insurance companies handle Lackawanna County accident claims every day — they know the local roads, the common defense strategies, and exactly how far they can push before a claimant fights back. If you hire a firm unfamiliar with the county's courts, judges, and claims environment, you start at a disadvantage. The insurance company already has the home field; you need an attorney who knows this territory equally well.
Our firm represents injury victims from every corner of Lackawanna County. We know the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas, we know how local juries respond to different types of cases, and we know which insurance adjusters play fair and which do not. This local expertise allows us to develop case strategies tailored to the specific circumstances of your accident and the specific insurer you are up against.
"A tractor-trailer hit my car on I-81 near Dunmore. Three different insurance companies got involved and none of them wanted to pay. PA Attorney Source cut through all the finger-pointing, identified which parties were responsible, and managed the entire process. They recovered a settlement that covered my surgeries, a year of physical therapy, and my family's expenses while I was out of work."
Thomas B.
Lackawanna County, PA
Pennsylvania Injury Laws That Affect Your Lackawanna County 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 Lackawanna County 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 Lackawanna County
Lackawanna County's most dangerous corridors include Interstate 81, which runs through the heart of the county carrying heavy commercial truck traffic; the Casey Highway (I-476/US-6), which connects Scranton to Carbondale and sees high-speed collisions; Routes 6 and 11, which merge through Clarks Summit and carry commuter traffic; and the Scranton-Carbondale Highway, which passes through Dunmore and Dickson City. Intersection accidents are also common on Business Route 6 through commercial zones.
You have exactly two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in Pennsylvania. If you miss this deadline, the court will almost certainly dismiss your case. However, waiting until the last minute puts your case at risk — witnesses move, memories fade, evidence is destroyed, and insurance companies grow more resistant to fair settlements. Contacting an attorney promptly after your accident gives your case the strongest foundation.
You may recover economic damages including medical bills, future medical treatment, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity. You may also recover non-economic damages for pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of consortium. If the at-fault driver was extremely reckless — for example, driving drunk or at excessive speed — punitive damages may also be available. Our attorneys calculate every category of damage to ensure your claim reflects your true losses.
If the at-fault driver is uninsured, you may file a claim under the uninsured motorist (UM) coverage on your own auto policy. If the at-fault driver has insurance but not enough to cover your damages, your underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage may provide additional compensation. Pennsylvania requires insurers to offer UM/UIM coverage, though drivers may have rejected it. Our attorneys review your policy to identify every available source of recovery.
Truck accident cases are significantly more complex because they involve federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, multiple potentially liable parties (the driver, trucking company, cargo loader, and vehicle manufacturer), larger insurance policies, and more aggressive defense teams. Black box data, driver hours-of-service logs, and maintenance records must be preserved quickly before the trucking company can alter or destroy them. Our attorneys send immediate preservation demands and begin investigating within hours of the crash.
Injured in Lackawanna County? Contact Us Today
If you've been injured anywhere in Lackawanna County — from Scranton to Carbondale, Dunmore to Old Forge — don't wait to get the legal help you need. 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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