Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Taylor, PA
Taylor is a tight-knit borough along Keyser Avenue and Route 502 with a mix of residential neighborhoods, small businesses, and commercial properties that see heavy foot traffic. When a deteriorating sidewalk along Main Street causes a serious fall, or an unlit stairwell in an older apartment building on Union Street leads to a broken hip, the property owner may be legally responsible — but proving it requires more than simply showing you were hurt.
Premises liability and medical malpractice claims in Pennsylvania carry unique evidentiary burdens that standard injury cases do not. You must demonstrate that the property owner had actual or constructive knowledge of the hazard and failed to address it, or that a physician deviated from the standard of care in a way that directly caused your harm. Our Taylor personal injury attorneys understand these requirements and build cases designed to overcome the defenses property owners and medical providers routinely raise.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Taylor
Car Accidents
Crashes along Keyser Avenue, intersection accidents on Route 502, and highway collisions near the I-81 ramps — we reconstruct accident scenes, establish fault, and fight insurance companies that try to minimize your claim.
Slip & Fall
Crumbling sidewalks along Main Street, uncleared ice on commercial parking lots, and poorly maintained apartment stairwells injure Taylor residents throughout the year. We prove the property owner failed in their duty to keep the premises safe.
Medical Malpractice
Patients treated at nearby hospitals and urgent care facilities deserve competent care. We pursue claims for misdiagnoses, delayed treatment, surgical errors, and birth injuries with the support of board-certified medical experts.
Wrongful Death
When medical negligence, dangerous property conditions, or reckless driving takes a life, we help grieving families pursue both wrongful death and survival actions to recover lost income, funeral expenses, and loss of companionship.
Workplace Injuries
Employees at Taylor's commercial facilities and construction sites face daily risks. We manage workers' compensation claims and identify third-party liability to ensure you receive complete compensation for your injuries.
Truck Accidents
Commercial vehicles traveling Keyser Avenue and accessing I-81 cause devastating crashes. We investigate trucking company records, driver hours, and vehicle maintenance histories to hold all responsible parties accountable.
Why Taylor Injury Victims Choose Our Firm
Local Knowledge
Extensive familiarity with Lackawanna County courts, local property owners, and the medical facilities serving the Taylor area
Proven Results
Millions recovered for premises liability, malpractice, and accident victims throughout northeastern Pennsylvania
No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you
Personal Attention
Direct access to your attorney throughout the entire case — not a paralegal or voicemail
Comprehensive Support
We coordinate medical expert reviews, property inspections, and all negotiations with insurance carriers
Holding Negligent Landlords Accountable in Taylor
Many of Taylor's residential properties are older buildings where maintenance issues — broken stairs, faulty wiring, inadequate lighting, and deteriorating railings — create serious injury risks for tenants and visitors. Pennsylvania law requires landlords to maintain rental properties in reasonably safe condition, but too many cut corners to save money.
Our attorneys investigate landlord negligence by obtaining building inspection records, reviewing code violation histories, and documenting the hazardous conditions that caused your injury. When a landlord knew about a dangerous defect and chose not to fix it, we build a premises liability case that recovers full compensation — including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
"A broken railing in my apartment building in Taylor caused me to fall down a full flight of stairs. My landlord had been notified about it twice before and never fixed it. PA Attorney Source pulled the building inspection records and prior complaints to prove the landlord knew about the danger. The settlement covered my back surgery, physical therapy, and time off work."
Maria L.
Taylor, PA
Pennsylvania Injury Laws That Affect Your Taylor 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 Taylor 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Cases in Taylor
A dangerous condition is any physical defect or hazard on a property that poses an unreasonable risk of harm. Common examples in Taylor include broken or uneven sidewalks, icy walkways that are not salted or cleared, inadequate lighting in parking lots and stairwells, missing handrails, water leaks causing slippery floors, and structural defects in older buildings. The key legal question is whether the property owner knew or should have known about the condition and failed to correct it.
You must prove three elements: that the doctor owed you a duty of care, that the doctor's treatment fell below the accepted standard of care, and that this substandard care directly caused your injury. Pennsylvania requires a certificate of merit from a qualified physician confirming that the care was negligent. Medical malpractice cases rely heavily on expert testimony, medical record analysis, and demonstrating what a competent provider would have done differently.
Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If you were partially at fault for your injury — for example, if you were texting while walking and missed a warning sign — your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. However, if you are found more than 50% responsible, you cannot recover any compensation at all. Property owners frequently argue the injured person should have noticed the hazard, which is why thorough evidence collection is essential.
Yes. If a healthcare provider's negligence caused your loved one's death, surviving family members can file both a wrongful death action and a survival action. The wrongful death claim covers funeral expenses, loss of future income, and loss of companionship. The survival action compensates for pain and suffering the deceased experienced before death. These medical malpractice wrongful death cases require the same certificate of merit and expert testimony as other malpractice claims.
First, seek immediate medical attention and keep all records. Report the incident to the property owner or manager and request a written incident report. Take photographs of the hazardous condition, your injuries, and the surrounding area. Collect contact information from any witnesses. Do not give a recorded statement to the property owner's insurance company. Then contact a personal injury attorney promptly — evidence such as surveillance footage can be lost quickly.
Injured in Taylor? Contact Us Today
If you've been injured in Taylor or anywhere in Lackawanna County, 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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