O’Donnell Law Offices is proud to share exciting news from the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®—a year made even more special as the firm celebrates its 35th anniversary serving Northeastern Pennsylvania. Neil T. O’Donnell has been honored … Read More
Personal Injury
The Anatomy of a Motorcycle Crash — A Medical-Legal Perspective
Motorcycle Riders Face Serious Risks on Pennsylvania Roads Motorcycling offers freedom—but that freedom comes with serious risk. According to the National Safety Council, motorcycle riders account for only 0.6% of total vehicle miles traveled but make up over 15% of … Read More
Government Not Immune in PA School Abuse Case
Edit with Elementor Loading Commonwealth Court Decision Clarifies Scope of Sexual Abuse Exception The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania issued a decision of significant statewide importance on June 9, 2025, clarifying the reach of the “sexual abuse exception” to governmental immunity. … Read More
Top 5 Injuries That Could Happen on a Golf Course (And How to Avoid Them)
Summertime in Northeastern Pennsylvania means golfers are back on the greens enjoying the fresh air and friendly competition. With beautiful courses across Luzerne County and Lackawanna County, it’s easy to forget that golf—while low-impact compared to other sports—still presents risks … Read More
A Wrongful Death Case Rooted in Scranton’s Nay Aug Park
On a spring night in 1991, a college prank turned tragic in Scranton’s Nay Aug Park. Two students from the University of Scranton were chased by Community Medical Center (CMC) security guards into the woods. In the darkness and confusion, … Read More
Pedestrian Injuries: Know Your Rights and Stay Safe
The weather is warming up, and more and more people are spending time outside to enjoy the fresh spring air. However, as more people spend time outside, they will be sharing the road with motor vehicles. This presents a safety risk to pedestrians, and there are some things you should remember before you go out for a stroll. … Read More
Walk-In Wendnesdays
Celebrating 35 Years of Justice – Walk-In Wednesdays Return! O’Donnell Law Offices is honored to celebrate 35 remarkable years of dedicated legal service to our community. Since our founding in 1990, we’ve proudly stood by injured individuals and families throughout … Read More
What Do I Do If I Am Injured In A Hotel?
By: Joshua Perry – August marks the height of summer. During this month, many people travel to a beach or another location throughout the country for summer vacation. Vacation plans that entail staying overnight at a hotel in an unfamiliar … Read More
If I Am Injured, What Medical Records Should I Obtain?
By: Joshua Perry – Medical records are often intertwined with the need for legal representation as a result of an injury. Whether your injury is a result of a car accident or medical negligence, your attorney will request medical records … Read More
What Do I Do If My Child Is Injured During Their Bus Ride To Or From School?
By: Joshua Perry – According to the Schoolbus Fleet, in the 2021-2022 school year, an estimated 489,748 yellow school buses provided transportation service daily in the United States. About 20.5 million elementary and secondary school children ride school buses to … Read More