Personal Injury Attorneys | O’Donnell Law Offices
Personal Injury Lawyer in Wilkes-Barre & Scranton, PA
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a tragic accident, a personal injury lawyer can help you seek justice and heal in peace.
Injuries Can Happen Anywhere
At O’Donnell Law Offices, we help injured people and families throughout Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, Kingston, Hazleton, Pittston, Mountain Top, and Northeastern Pennsylvania seek justice after serious accidents. For more than 35 years, our firm has stood beside people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
How Can We Help You?
Our award winning attorneys and dedicated staff have decades of experience in all areas of personal injury law.
Car
Collisions
Whether you’re walking down the street, driving in your car, or riding in someone else’s, being hit by any vehicle turns your life upside down. We can help you down the road to recovery.
Trucking
Collisions
Being involved in a truck collision can leave you facing not just severe physical and emotional trauma, but also the daunting complexity of legal battles. Let our skilled team guide you through these challenges.
Motorcycle
Collisions
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Connect with our team to discuss your injuries and legal options.
Wrongful
Death
When someone you love is killed because of a collision, medical mistake, or another person’s carelessness, you deserve justice. Our team will fight tooth and nail for you and your family.
Social Security
Disability
The government supports people with medical or physical disabilities who can’t work, but it can be difficult to collect these benefits. We can guide you through this process.
Workers'
Compensation
If you were injured at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits for medical care, lost wages, and recovery support. Connect with our team to discuss your workplace injury and next steps.
Sexual Abuse
or Exploitation
If you experienced abuse or exploitation, you may have legal options to seek justice, accountability, and compensation. Connect with our team to discuss your rights in a confidential consultation
No Fee Unless We Win Your Case
We offer free consultations for personal injury matters. In many cases,
there is no fee unless we recover compensation for you.
That means you can speak with our team, ask questions, and understand
your options without worrying about upfront legal fees.
Do You Have a Case?
In general, before you can file a personal injury lawsuit, your situation must meet four requirements.
Duty
First, the defendant (the person who caused the injury) must have had a duty to the claimant (the injured party). For instance, your doctor has a duty to provide you with a reasonable standard of care.
Breach of Duty
Then, if the defendant fails to carry out their responsibility, they’ve breached their duty. In our doctor example, that could mean an incorrect diagnosis or a botched surgery.
Causation
From there, there has to be a
clear link between the breach
and the damages. In other words, there must be proof that the defendant’s actions caused
the harm.
Damages
Finally, you must have suffered or lost something because of the breach. These damages can include physical injuries, financial losses, emotional distress, and more.
If all four of these conditions apply to you, you may have a case.
An attorney can help you determine if your incident meets these requirements.
IF YOU'VE BEEN INJURED CALL O'Donnell Law Offices
If you or someone you love has been injured, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. O’Donnell Law Offices is ready to listen, guide you through the process, and fight for the justice you deserve.
Call O’Donnell Law Offices today at 570-821-5717 or schedule a free consultation online.
Contact Us
If you or someone you love has been injured, O’Donnell Law Offices is here to help you understand your options and take the next step. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney.
Personal Injury FAQs
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Pennsylvania?
In many Pennsylvania personal injury cases, you generally have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. However, exceptions may apply, so it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
What should I do after an accident?
Get medical care, report the incident when appropriate, document what happened, save photos or records, avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies before speaking with a lawyer, and contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
What if I was partly at fault?
You may still be able to recover compensation if you were partly at fault, but your recovery can be reduced by your percentage of responsibility. Pennsylvania’s comparative negligence rules make it especially important to have an attorney protect your side of the story.
How much is my personal injury case worth?
The value of a case depends on the severity of the injury, medical costs, lost income, future care needs, pain and suffering, and the available insurance coverage. An attorney can review the facts and help estimate the potential value of your claim.
Does O’Donnell Law Offices handle personal injury cases outside Wilkes-Barre?
Yes. O’Donnell Law Offices serves clients throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania, including Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, Kingston, Hazleton, Pittston, Mountain Top, and surrounding communities.