PENNSYLVANIA INTERSECTION CAR ACCIDENT LAWYER
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Intersection car accidents are terrifying and can cause serious injuries. If you’ve been hurt in a crash, you need a Pennsylvania intersection car accident lawyer to protect your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve.
At Cordisco & Saile LLC, we are passionate about helping injured accident victims. If you choose us to fight for you after an intersection accident, we don’t take that responsibility lightly. We will do everything we can to maximize your recovery.
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- Get the Help You Need From Our Intersection Accident Attorneys
- Hear From Our Clients About Our Legal Services
- Who Is Liable in a Pennsylvania Intersection Car Accident?
- How Pennsylvania Traffic Laws Affect Intersection Accident Claims
- What Compensation Can I Receive for Injuries From an Intersection Accident?
- Can I Still Recover Damages if I Was Partially at Fault for the Accident?
- Can I File a Claim if a Loved One Was Killed in an Accident?
- Types of Intersection Accidents Our Attorneys Handle in Pennsylvania
- Common Issues With Insurance After an Intersection Accident
- How Long Do I Have To File a Lawsuit After an Accident in Pennsylvania?
- How Our Attorneys Can Help With Your Pennsylvania Intersection Accident Case
Get the Help You Need From Our Intersection Accident Attorneys
When you file a claim after an intersection accident, you’ll go up against an insurance carrier that will have a team of professionals and lawyers representing it. You need an attorney on your side to level the playing field and fight for fair compensation.
At Cordisco & Saile LLC, we never stop fighting for our clients. Our founding attorneys, John Cordisco and Michael Saile, have more than 30 years of legal experience. Our lawyers have repeatedly won recognition from prestigious organizations, such as Super Lawyers and the American Trial Lawyers Association’s Top 100 Lawyers.
We’re deeply committed to serving our Pennsylvania community, and many of our lawyers are natives with deep roots in the state. We’re familiar with local laws, judges, courts, and opposing counsel, giving you an edge that you get from an out-of-town firm. When you choose our firm to represent you, you can rest easy knowing your attorney knows Pennsylvania personal injury law inside and out.
As a client, you are like family to us. We’ll work to remove as much stress as possible from the legal process, giving you the time and space to focus on recovering after a crash.
Hear From Our Clients About Our Legal Services
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Who Is Liable in a Pennsylvania Intersection Car Accident?
Pennsylvania is a no-fault state for car accidents, meaning those involved in an accident must first look to their own insurance for coverage in an accident, regardless of fault. However, in many cases, the damages exceed that coverage. If so, an accident victim might be eligible to pursue a claim against the at-fault driver.
Determining who is liable in an intersection accident requires thoroughly assessing all available evidence. Parties who might be responsible for an intersection car accident include the following:
- A driver who blew through a stop sign or red light
- A driver who veered into traffic on a left turn
- A distracted, drunk, or reckless driver
- A municipality that is responsible for poorly designed or ill-maintained roads
Evidence such as police reports, witness testimony, and traffic camera footage helps establish liability for a crash. We will thoroughly investigate your claim using witness statements, physical evidence, accident reconstruction expert analysis, and all other available evidence to prove liability in your case.
How Pennsylvania Traffic Laws Affect Intersection Accident Claims
Specific state and local traffic laws govern accident claims. Stop signs, traffic lights, crosswalks, speed limits, and other rules of the road are all regulated by the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code and local statutes. Breaking the law when you drive can impact liability issues and harm your insurance claim.
With 30 years of legal experience in Pennsylvania, our attorneys thoroughly understand the traffic laws across the state. We use our knowledge to build the strongest possible claim so you don’t have to worry about legal details.
What Compensation Can I Receive for Injuries From an Intersection Accident?
The two primary types of damages you can receive for an intersection accident are economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover the financial impact of an accident and can include current and future medical expenses, lost wages and earning potential, and property damages. Meanwhile, non-economic damages cover the more subjective effects on the victim’s life, including pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life.
In rare cases, a court may award punitive damages to punish the defendant and deter future misconduct. These damages are awarded only when the defendant acted recklessly or maliciously.
Our Pennsylvania personal injury attorneys have secured over $100 million in verdicts and settlements for our clients. Some of our noteworthy case results include:
- $2.47 million for a Bristol man injured by an armored car
- $1.377 million for a Bucks County car accident victim
- $865,000 for a driver and passenger injured in a left-turn collision
Your attorney will thoroughly assess your claim to help estimate how much you may be able to receive.
Can I Still Recover Damages if I Was Partially at Fault for the Accident?
You can still recover damages if you were partially at fault for your intersection accident. Under Pennsylvania’s modified comparative negligence law, a plaintiff can recover damages for an accident if they were less than 51 percent at fault for the crash. However, the compensation is reduced in proportion to the plaintiff’s share of the blame.
Failing to use a turn signal, speeding through a yellow light, rolling through a stop sign, and other negligence can result in shared liability for a car accident case.
Determining liability in intersection accidents is complex. The other party in the accident will fight to shift as much blame to you as possible. Our knowledgeable attorneys know how to thoroughly investigate and gather evidence to bolster your case and refute any allegations of shared fault.
Can I File a Claim if a Loved One Was Killed in an Accident?
If you have lost a loved one due to an intersection car accident, you may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim on their behalf. Only the personal representative of the deceased can file a wrongful death claim. However, the immediate relatives of accident victims, including spouses, parents, children, and sometimes siblings, are entitled to the proceeds of a claim.
Compensation in a wrongful death suit may include funeral and burial expenses, the victim’s medical bills, loss of the victim’s future earnings, loss of inheritance, loss of consortium, and more.
Wrongful death claims must be filed within two years from the date of death.
Types of Intersection Accidents Our Attorneys Handle in Pennsylvania
Many different types of crashes can happen at an intersection, including the following:
- Side-impact or T-bone collisions
- Sideswipe collisions
- Rear-end accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
We handle all these accident types in Pennsylvania and more. If your accident does not fit any of the above descriptions, you can still help. Contact us today and speak with an experienced accident lawyer who can advise you of your rights and options.
"After an accident, not only are people in pain, but they're fearful. They don't know what to do next. At Cordisco and Saile, we know how to fight, we take cases to trial from beginning to end, and we never give up on our clients."
Common Issues With Insurance After an Intersection Accident
Pennsylvania drivers may encounter pitfalls when dealing with an insurer after an intersection accident that can hurt or delay their claims, such as the following:
- Inaccurate police reports can lead to insurance denials. Police reports sometimes misreport key facts of an accident, meaning insurers may deny claims based on false information.
- Medical bills can pile up before insurance pays out your claim. Medical care after an accident is expensive. Delayed insurance payouts can add undue financial stress.
- You may say too much to an insurance adjuster, negatively impacting your claim. Insurance adjusters are trained to look for any potential admission of fault when talking to accident victims to deny claims.
- Insurance providers may make lowball offers even for a totaled vehicle. Insurers may try to convince you that your destroyed vehicle is worth only a few thousand dollars.
- Insurers may repeatedly ask for more paperwork to delay claims. Financial stressors add up over time, and insurers may string you along to pressure you to accept a low settlement.
Never accept the first settlement offer you receive from an insurance company. Our intersection accident lawyers can help you deal with insurers after a crash.
"One of the biggest questions we always get asked is what's going on with my case? Why's it taken so long? Well, in some of these situations and most of them, it's not us, it's not you, it's them, the insurance company. The insurance company is designed to drag their feet and to prolong the entire process. But why has it taken so long? Well, the majority of these insurance companies have about 10 to 15 to 30 individuals that are looking at a particular region's case. Those caseloads could get up to the hundreds, sometimes even more. They can't just look at these cases; they have to look at the documentation that we provide, the medical records, and they're not just handing over the money. They're fighting tooth and nail to make sure that they can slow the process and delay you getting paid."
How Long Do I Have To File a Lawsuit After an Accident in Pennsylvania?
The Pennsylvania statute of limitations for a car accident claim is two years from the accident date. It’s important to act quickly to avoid missing your chance to pursue compensation. You’ll lose the right to recover compensation if you do not file by the deadline. Evidence and witness statements also become more difficult to collect as time passes.
Our attorneys will ensure you never miss a deadline in your case. If the statute of limitations for your claim has already expired, we can help you explore potential alternative options.
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How Our Attorneys Can Help With Your Pennsylvania Intersection Accident Case
Don’t wait to speak with a Pennsylvania intersection car accident lawyer after a crash. If you have been injured in an intersection crash, Cordisco & Saile LLC can help. Insurance companies know our clients mean business when they choose our firm to represent them.
Contact us online or call 215-945-1969 today for your free legal consultation.
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“I was in a serious accident in 2021. My injuries were new however they mimicked some of the injuries I received in a 2017 accident. After treating with 2 doctors, both who stated my injuries were permanent, I was recommended to Cordisco & Saile. My attorney, Steven DeBonis, was wonderful. He listened and guided me through the process. He worked endlessly to ensure I received a proper settlement. I am so grateful for his effort and kindness. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needed someone to fight for them. The staff was friendly, informative and helpful. They are the best legal team around. Thank you for all you have done.”
I had a slip and fall on Saturday, December 21, 2024. I waited a few days before calling Barbara’s firm and when I decided to reach out, I left a message late at night on the 23rd. First thing Christmas Eve day, Barbara calls me to let me know. She received the message and wanted to chat about my fall. She was extremely professional, detailed the process, and what they would look for in terms of backup documentation, but also instilled a sense of safety and security because she was kind, compassionate and empathetic. She gave the distinct impression that my case would be well researched thoroughly but also be done ethically without having me jump through a whole lot of extra hoops. Five stars, would highly recommend.”
“I had a car accident in January 2019. I called Cordisco and Saile. Michael Saile Jr. worked with me along with his associate Steve, and para legal Michele. They treated me with kindness and respect. I had injuries to my neck and spine. I went through months of physical therapy. The person who t- boned my car had no license, registration or insurance, therefore Mr. Saile had to put together a lawsuit against my own insurance company. I had limited tort insurance but Mr. Saile and his people fought to get me the most money that I was entitled to from my insurance company. It took four years due to the pandemic but they kept at it until they reached the maximum. I cannot thank them enough. Everyone in their office worked very hard for me. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone who has had an accident, or any legal work.”
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