Scranton Personal Injury Lawyers
Fight for Compensation with Us Leading the Way
When you are injured by someone else’s carelessness, numerous concerns
will pop into your head. How will you pay your mounting medical bills?
What if you lose your job because you’re unable to complete your
usual job expectations? You’re anxious about your family’s
future and you don’t know how you’ll make it through the week,
let alone next month.
This is the time to be concerned about your health, not your future. Our personal injury law firm is here to help make certain you can focus on your wellbeing and recovery instead of losing sleep over piling medical bills and lost wages.
Our personal injury lawyers in Scranton at Fellerman & Ciarimboli Law PC have been fighting for the injured in our communities for decades. We take the time to listen to your problems and help ease the anxiousness you and your family are feeling at this time. We will fight on your behalf both inside and outside the courtroom to get the compensation you and your family needs following your accident. With an aggressive and relentless legal strategy, our personal injury attorneys in Scranton are the first choice for so many people and so many reasons.
Call (877) 989-4878 to discuss the key details of your claim during a free consultation.
What is Personal Injury Law?
Personal injury litigation is a branch of law that handles claims from individuals who have been injured by another party’s negligence. The other party can be an individual, a government entity, or a company. These civil claims are brought by an individual in order to recoup some or all of the expenses that occurred due to the defendant’s carelessness or negligence.
Many types of civil litigation can fall under personal injury law, such as:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Workers compensation
- Social Security disability
- Premises liability cases, such as slip and falls
- Product liability/defective product cases
- Nursing home abuse and neglect cases
- Wrongful death
What Can a Personal Injury Lawyer Do for You?
In straightforward personal injury claims where the insurance company cooperates and there is no debate about who is at fault, it may not be necessary to have an injury lawyer represent you. However, this is rarely the case, especially in serious accidents.
By hiring an injury attorney you give yourself the following advantages:
- A representative and guide who knows the ins and outs of the court and legal system
- Someone to fight for your rights and for maximum compensation
- Someone who can investigate the accident and provide evidence supporting your claim
- An advocate who can speak to the insurance company on your behalf and represent your best interests
How Much Should You Ask for In a Personal Injury Settlement?
Each personal injury claim seeks to compensate injury victims for three different types of damages:
- Economic Damages - These types of damages are quantifiable, meaning you can provide evidence of the exact financial cost. (For example: Medical bills, missed work, lost wages, ongoing treatment, etc.)
- Noneconomic Damages - These damages do not have an exact monetary value, but still demand compensation. (For example: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of companionship or enjoyment of life, etc.)
- Punitive Damages - These types of damages are reserved for cases where there was gross negligence or criminal behavior that led to the accident (For example: Drunk driving accidents)
Our injury lawyers are prepared to work with you closely to determine a fair settlement amount and then fight on your behalf to get you the compensation you deserve.
How Is a Personal Injury Settlement Paid?
When it comes to receiving your personal injury settlement, you will receive your compensation in one of two ways:
- As a Lump Sum - This means you will receive the entire amount of the settlement in one large payment.
- In a Structured Settlement - This means that you will receive a series of broken down payments over a period of time, rather than all at once.
After you have been offered your settlement, our injury attorneys can help you determine what the best payout option is for you.
What is Negligence in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
"Negligence" refers to the action or in-action on the part of another party that is used to determine fault in a personal injury case. When it comes to proving negligence, there are several things that need to be established:
- That the other individual had a "duty of care" or a responsibility to avoid causing harm to you
- That the other person breached their duty of care and in doing so caused injury or harm to you
- That you suffered real damages (financial, physical, emotional, etc.) as a result of their negligence
Establishing negligence may seem difficult at first, but that's where our injury lawyers come in. We can help you determine who is at fault for your injuries and how much you deserve in a fair settlement.
What is the Statute of Limitations in PA for Personal Injury?
How to Find a Personal Injury Lawyer
Not all personal injury lawyers are the same, so not all can deliver the high quality of legal service you deserve. Each case is unique, and you need an attorney who is willing to sit down and listen to your story. That injury attorney must be willing to explain your legal options so you know exactly how much your case is worth, how long it could take to end, and if it’s worth pursuing in the first place. The lawyer should not push you into making a decision, but rather leave the important choices between you and your family.
At Fellerman & Ciarimboli Law PC in Scranton, we take the time to listen to your concerns, your fears, and your wishes. We will create a legal strategy that’s easy to understand and give you an honest evaluation of your claim. There is no guaranteed success in personal injury law, but our lawyers will advise you on the best course of action to empower your case and pursue the best possible outcome.
Let our team tackle your case. Call (877) 989-4878 now to speak with our Scranton personal injury attorneys!
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$4 Million Trucking Accident
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$3 Million Medical Malpractice
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$2 Million Medical Malpractice
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$1.8 Million Car Accident
A settlement was obtained for a firefighter who was injured in an automobile crash.
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$1.5 Million Medical Malpractice
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I have a friend who sought help from Fellerman & Ciarimboli and said they were very nice and helpful. So when I needed assistance, they were the first ones I thought of, and gave them a call. I was connected to Attorney Molly Clark, who made a significant impact. Her comforting personality created a welcoming environment during our interactions, turning what could have been a somber experience into one filled with positivity. Our upbeat conversations, in contrast to the challenging situation, improved my well-being.
What truly won me over was Molly's commitment to keeping me informed about the progress of my situation. Whenever I called her with questions, she promptly provided answers, ensuring I had the information I needed when I needed it. Working with Fellerman & Ciarimboli was a positive experience given the circumstances I was facing. I highly recommend Attorney Molly and the firm to anyone seeking reliable and compassionate assistance during challenging times.
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Molly thank you for everything you’ve done for Terry and me. You went above and beyond. You are like family to us and will always love you!- Arlene P.
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I can't express how GREAT my first experience with an attorney has been! I'm not kidding when I say that both you and the entire firm are I think the best around. Once get things settled around here, I would like to make an appointment to come up to talk about some other issues, but I have been doing nothing, but singing the praises of you The entire organization to everyone that I speak with.- R.R.
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There are no adequate words to convey to you, Mike, and Ed how grateful our family is for all of your hard work in helping us through the most difficult time of our lives. Your commitment to justice is unlike anything we have ever witnessed. Our tragedy became your tragedy. The three of you have become part of our family.
Harry, you explained everything necessary in terms which were comprehensible and helpful to us to better understand all that was presented. We are so grateful for that.
The compassion shown to us by not only the three of you, but everyone to whom we encountered at Fellerman & Ciarimboli was off the charts and so sincere.
We will grieve our profound loss for the rest of our lives, but all of you helped to make it a bit easier, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
God's Blessings to you and your family.
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Molly, Thank you so much! I can't tell you how much you mean to me, throughout this process, you have always been there and helped me through. I am glad it all came to a good ending and that it is over. But, I will miss you and you will always be referred to anyone that ever asks me for an amazing lawyer! Keep fighting for the people who need you! You are amazing at what you do, you're professional and genuine! I wish you all the best in your career and am happy that I chose you to take my case. Your team is amazing, too!- Nicole W.
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I was in a bad accident and I had my daughter in the car with me. I highly recommend this firm. My attorney Myer Messinger was very compassionate and offered empathy with helping me and my daughter with the mental agony we experienced after the accident. Mr Messinger is very professional and knowledgeable. We sat for hours for the mediation and he fought to get me the best settlement- Enide Jerome
