Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Wilkes-Barre, PA
As the county seat of Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre sees heavy traffic on Interstate 81, the Cross Valley Expressway, and local routes like South Main Street. When a distracted driver rear-ends you at a red light or a tractor-trailer jackknifes on I-81, the resulting injuries can upend your life. Our Wilkes-Barre personal injury lawyers know how insurance carriers operating in this market handle claims and we use that knowledge to counter every delay tactic.
We calculate the true cost of your injury before we negotiate. That means adding up emergency room visits, orthopedic consultations, physical therapy sessions, lost wages during recovery, diminished future earning capacity, and the pain that follows you home every night. When the insurance company sees a complete damage picture backed by medical records and expert analysis, they take your claim seriously or we take them to trial in Luzerne County Court.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Wilkes-Barre
Car Accidents
High-volume corridors like I-81, Route 309, and the Cross Valley Expressway produce multi-vehicle pile-ups, intersection collisions, and highway merging crashes. We investigate fault, obtain traffic camera footage, and fight insurers who try to minimize your claim.
Truck Accidents
Wilkes-Barre sits at a major freight crossroads. We pursue claims against trucking companies, retrieve electronic logging device data and maintenance records, and hold every negligent party accountable for catastrophic injuries.
Motorcycle Accidents
Insurance adjusters often blame riders by default. We collect physical evidence, accident reconstruction analysis, and witness statements to prove the other driver caused the crash and secure the compensation riders deserve.
Slip & Fall
Uncleared ice on sidewalks, wet floors in shopping centers around Wyoming Valley Mall, and broken stairs in older buildings cause serious falls. We prove property owners knew about the hazard and failed to correct it.
Medical Malpractice
Errors at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley, or local clinics can be devastating. We partner with medical experts to establish the standard of care and demonstrate how your provider failed you.
Wrongful Death
When negligence takes a life, families need both justice and financial stability. We pursue wrongful death claims for lost income, funeral costs, and the immeasurable loss of companionship on behalf of surviving family members.
Why Wilkes-Barre Injury Victims Choose Our Firm
Local Knowledge
Extensive experience with Luzerne County courts, judges, and local insurance adjusters
Proven Results
Millions recovered for accident victims throughout 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 insurance paperwork, and manage property damage claims
Dealing with Insurance Companies After a Wilkes-Barre Accident
Insurance adjusters assigned to Wilkes-Barre claims know the area well and use local knowledge to their advantage. They may question whether your injuries really required an ER visit at Wilkes-Barre General or suggest that alternative routes could have avoided the collision. Our attorneys anticipate these tactics because we handle cases against the same carriers every week.
We have recovered millions for clients whose initial insurance offers barely covered a single hospital bill. Our strategy: document everything, calculate the full lifetime cost of your injuries, and never settle for less than what the evidence supports.
"A truck driver ran a red light on the Cross Valley Expressway and T-boned my car. The trucking company's insurer offered barely enough to cover the ambulance ride. PA Attorney Source took on the case, brought in an accident reconstructionist, and ultimately secured a settlement that covered all my surgeries, lost wages, and ongoing physical therapy."
David K.
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Pennsylvania Injury Laws That Affect Your Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre
Call 911 immediately and get medical attention, even for seemingly minor injuries. Take photos of the scene, exchange insurance information with other drivers, and collect witness contact details. Do not admit fault or provide recorded statements to insurance adjusters. Contact a personal injury attorney before speaking with any insurance company.
Pennsylvania allows drivers to choose between 'full tort' and 'limited tort' coverage. Full tort preserves your right to sue for all damages including pain and suffering. Limited tort restricts lawsuits for non-economic damages unless you suffered a 'serious injury' under state law. Our attorneys analyze your policy and explain your options.
Case value depends on injury severity, medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and long-term effects. We evaluate every factor from emergency treatment and surgeries to rehabilitation needs and future earning capacity before entering negotiations with insurers.
You generally have two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in Pennsylvania. Waiting can weaken your case as evidence deteriorates and witnesses forget details. We recommend contacting an attorney promptly to preserve evidence and protect your legal rights.
Insurers make fast, low offers hoping you will settle before understanding the full extent of your injuries. Their adjusters are trained to minimize payouts. Our attorneys have consistently negotiated settlements several times higher than initial offers by documenting the true cost of injuries and refusing to accept unfair terms.
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 Wilkes-Barre? Contact Us Today
If you've been injured in Wilkes-Barre or anywhere in Luzerne 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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