Injury Lawyers in Philadelphia

The injury lawyers at Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C. focus their skills and expertise on serious injury, accident, and medical malpractice cases. As accident and injury lawyers, we focus on damages caused by medical malpractice, birth trauma, child abuse, dog bites, automobile, truck and bike accidents, workplace injuries, industrial or construction site accidents, collapses or falls, as well as other forms of negligence and injury claims in Philadelphia, PA, and its surrounding areas. If you or someone you know is in need of legal assistance from a professional injury lawyer or a child abuse attorney in Philadelphia, contact our office immediately. We offer every one of our potential clients a free consultation.

Your first consultation with one of our injury lawyers will arm you with knowledge about your potential injury case. You will feel confident about our ability to help you achieve a successful outcome. Also, we are one of the premier medical malpractice lawyers and a leading birth injury law firm serving Philadelphia and beyond. We are excellent negotiators and skilled trial attorneys, and we can handle even the most complex injury case. Don’t be the victim – take action by calling our accident attorneys in Philadelphia today!

Our experienced team of injury lawyers will walk you through each step of your case, letting you know what to expect. We will discuss with you the treatment phase, post-treatment phase, settlement negotiations, and litigation phases. You will not feel uninformed. One of the defining characteristics of a good law firm is client communication, which we consider the framework of your case. We encourage open communication with all of our clients. We know what teamwork means and how diligent and strategic work brings results. We return your phone calls and listen to your needs so that we can negotiate a fair settlement for you.

Our injury lawyers in Philadelphia, PA, also take no fee and charge nothing until your case is settled or tried to verdict and money is obtained for you. Our fee is contingent upon winning or settling your claim. You will get the full attention of our accident lawyers from the beginning of your case to the end. If you reside in our northern suburbs, we offer representation for Bucks County, PA, as well. At Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C., you will have hard-working and experienced injury lawyers fighting for you every step of the way.

Injury Lawyer Frequently Asked Questions Philadelphia injury lawyer shaking hands with a client

  • Why do I need an injury lawyer?

If you have been injured and the fault is not your own, then you need an experienced personal injury attorney to fight for you and protect your interests. Our personal injury lawyers are well-versed in injury settlements and court proceedings and will negotiate with the at-fault party’s insurance provider to either reach a favorable settlement or win the case. Without an injury attorney, you could put your case and yourself at risk. 

  • The insurance company said I don’t need an injury lawyer—is that true?

It is false. Insurance companies are in the business of making money, that is why they are so large and successful. Although their services may seemingly provide you protection, when it comes to injury compensation, they will try to protect their own interests, and those of their shareholders by refusing to pay out on claims.  It is recommended that you do not speak with the insurance company until you have a professional injury attorney on your side. Don’t go up against a powerful insurance company alone; instead, have the dedicated personal injury lawyers at Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C., fight for your interests and get you the compensation you deserve. 

  • How soon after I am injured do I have to file a lawsuit in Philadelphia?

The statute of limitations for personal injury cases in Pennsylvania, including car accidents and medical malpractice, is two years. In Pennsylvania, victims have two years from the date they knew or should have known of their injury to file a lawsuit. This statute is in place to protect the integrity of witness testimony and relevant evidence and prevent victims from threatening litigation in perpetuity.

  • Do I have to pay for my initial meeting with Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C. lawyers?

We never charge our clients for our initial meeting, nor do we charge for anything at all unless we win money for you. Our fee is dependent on a winning verdict or a desirable settlement. If you have been injured and require legal representation, you are welcome to make an appointment and meet with our legal team without fear of hidden fees and small print. 

  • What types of cases does Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C., handle?

RHK Law handles all personal injury cases, including slip and falls, automobile accidents, medical malpractice, child and sexual abuse, wrongful death, birth injuries, and many more. We have been selected as one of the 10 best attorneys in PA from the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys; so, if you have been wrongfully injured or a loved one has died as a result of another’s negligence, call Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C., today.

  • What should I bring with me to my meeting with a lawyer?

Your first meeting with a lawyer is one of the most critical consultations you will make during the legal process, so make sure you are prepared. 

Here are a few things you should bring with you when you meet with one of our attorneys:

  1. Pen and a pad of paper or an electronic device on which you can take notes. Many topics and questions may arise during your discussion, and you may wish to jot them down
  2. Medical records. Bring as many medical records as you have in your possession.  Our lawyers and their staff will need to review them.
  3. Any documents pertaining to your case, such as police reports, photographs, witness information, and insurance information. Most of the legal process is fact collection and checking, and any relevant documents could help build a stronger case. 
  • Is my case big enough for a lawyer to handle?

Yes, it is! If another party has wrongfully injured you, then you are most likely legally entitled to compensation for your economic damages, like lost wages and out of pocket medical expenses and for your non-economic damages, such as your pain and suffering. At Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C., we take cases of all sizes, from wrongful death and bus accidents to slip and falls and dog bites. If another person is at fault for your injuries, then our team of experienced and passionate attorneys will work tirelessly to ensure that you receive a favorable settlement or verdict in court. 

The Effects of Personal Injuries 

As you can tell, personal injuries happen quite frequently in America. Unfortunately, we usually only think of the costs of these injuries in terms of financial, physical, and emotional loss, but what about national costs? According to the National Safety Council, in 2017, the U.S. experienced a reported 47.2 million injuries and 169,936 preventable deaths, which have both resulted in $1,034.6 billion in costs (Source: https://injuryfacts.nsc.org/). 

Furthermore, in the same year, accidental or preventable deaths were listed as the 3rd leading cause of death in the USA, just behind cancer and heart disease. Accidental deaths account for over 6% of recorded deaths in 2017 (Source: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr68/nvsr68_09-508.pdf. For many of the accidents that made up that concerning percentage, legal action could have been taken by the victims’ families or loved ones for wrongful death and other injury claims.

Call the Philadelphia Personal Injury Law Firm 

At Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C., our experienced and dedicated injury lawyers and legal staff know how to correctly handle personal injury cases of all sizes and have proven their ability time and time again to get victims the compensation and justice they deserve for their wrongful injuries. Our firm was chosen as one of the 10 best law firms in Pennsylvania, according to the American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers. Our attorneys are always prepared to dutifully protect that honor by fighting tooth-and-nail for the benefit of their clients. 

If you or someone you know has been injured by the actions or negligence of another party, then there is only one thing to do: call Rizio, Hamilton & Kane, P.C., Philadelphia’s Legal Eagles, and request expert legal counsel. 

Don’t let the insurance companies convince you that you do not need a PI lawyer for your case; personal injury claims are very serious and can help you reach lucrative verdicts and settlements to help you compensate for your loss. Our team of legal professionals is dedicated solely to personal injury claims and knows how to negotiate with insurance companies and navigate the legal process for our clients. Give us a call today and set up your initial consultation with a knowledgeable and confident lawyer at no cost to you! Remember: we only charge after we have won money for your case. To learn more about our expert legal team, the various personal injury cases we handle, and the many sizeable verdicts we have won, feel free to explore our website or contact one of our legal representatives for any questions you might have.