When someone else's carelessness causes you harm, the physical, emotional, and financial toll can feel overwhelming. Medical appointments stack up, time away from work drains your savings, and the insurance company on the other side is already working to limit what it pays you. Having an experienced personal injury attorney in your corner levels the playing field and gives you the best chance of recovering the full compensation your situation demands.
Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C. has been fighting for injured people in Greensburg, Westmoreland County, and throughout western Pennsylvania for more than 25 years. With over 170 years of combined legal experience among our attorney team, we know how to build strong cases, deal with resistant insurers, and go to trial when a fair settlement cannot be reached. Call us today at (412) 391-7610 for a free consultation.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Greensburg
Our attorneys handle the full range of personal injury claims that arise in Greensburg and the surrounding Westmoreland County area. Whether your injury occurred on the road, at work, or on someone else's property, we have the experience to evaluate your claim and pursue the compensation you deserve. Cases we handle include:
- Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Slip and fall and trip and fall accidents
- Premises liability claims involving unsafe property conditions
- Dog bites and animal attacks
- Construction and workplace accidents
- Defective and dangerous product injuries
- Wrongful death claims on behalf of surviving family members
- Rideshare accidents involving Uber or Lyft drivers
- Bus and public transportation accidents
If you are unsure whether your situation qualifies as a personal injury claim, a free consultation with our attorneys can provide clarity and help you understand your options.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Your Injury?
Pennsylvania personal injury law allows injured victims to seek compensation from any party whose negligence contributed to their harm. Depending on how and where your injury occurred, liable parties may include:
- Negligent drivers in car, truck, or motorcycle accidents
- Property owners or managers who failed to maintain safe conditions
- Employers whose safety failures led to a workplace injury
- Manufacturers or sellers of defective products
- Dog owners whose animals attacked or bit someone
- Government entities responsible for road maintenance or public safety
- Businesses that served alcohol to an already-impaired patron who then caused an injury
Identifying all responsible parties is one of the most important early steps in a personal injury case. In some situations, multiple parties share liability, and pursuing all available sources of recovery is essential to securing your compensation.
Pennsylvania Personal Injury Laws That Affect Your Claim
Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning that an injured person can recover compensation as long as they are not more than 50% at fault for their own injury. However, any percentage of fault attributed to the injured party will reduce their total recovery proportionally.
For example, if you are found 20% at fault and your total damages are $100,000, your recovery would be reduced to $80,000. Insurance companies frequently attempt to assign a share of fault to injury victims as a strategy to reduce payouts, and having an attorney who anticipates and counters this tactic is valuable.
Pennsylvania also has a two-year statute of limitations for most personal injury claims. This means you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit in civil court. Missing this deadline will bar your claim permanently, regardless of how strong the evidence is. There are limited exceptions, such as for minors and in cases where an injury was not discovered immediately, but relying on exceptions is always risky. Contacting an attorney promptly protects your right to pursue a claim.
Additionally, Pennsylvania is a choice no-fault state for automobile accidents. Drivers select either limited tort or full tort coverage when purchasing auto insurance, and that selection directly affects what damages can be sought after a crash. Our attorneys are experienced in navigating these coverage distinctions and ensuring clients pursue every avenue of recovery available under their specific policy.
Compensation Available for Greensburg Injury Victims
The compensation available in a personal injury case is intended to make the injured person as whole as possible given the harm they have suffered. Recoverable damages may include:
- Past and future medical expenses, including emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages for time missed from work during recovery
- Reduced future earning capacity if the injury affects your ability to work long-term
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and psychological impact of the injury
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Property damage
- Wrongful death damages in cases where a family member did not survive, including funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship
The value of any individual claim depends on the nature and severity of the injury, the clarity of liability, the availability of insurance coverage, and the long-term impact on the victim's life. Our attorneys work with medical professionals and economic experts when appropriate to ensure that no component of your loss goes unaccounted for.
What to Do After an Accident in Greensburg, PA
The steps you take in the aftermath of an accident can significantly affect the strength of your legal claim. Here is what we advise clients to do.
Seek Medical Attention Immediately
Your health is the first priority. Even if your injuries seem minor, some conditions such as concussions, internal injuries, and soft tissue damage do not present obvious symptoms right away. Seeking prompt medical care creates an official record linking your injuries to the accident, which is important evidence in your claim. Gaps in treatment can be used by insurance companies to argue that your injuries were not serious or were caused by something other than the accident.
Document the Scene and Preserve Evidence
If you are physically able to do so, photograph the scene of the accident, any visible injuries, property damage, hazardous conditions, and anything else relevant to how the incident occurred. Collect contact information from witnesses. Preserve any physical evidence, including damaged clothing or equipment. Evidence can disappear quickly, and thorough documentation in the immediate aftermath can make a significant difference later.
Report the Accident
Depending on how the injury occurred, reporting the incident to the appropriate party matters. Car accidents in Pennsylvania should be reported to police when there are injuries or significant property damage. Slip and fall accidents at a business should be reported to the manager or property owner and documented in an incident report. Workplace injuries should be reported to your employer in accordance with their procedures. These reports create an official record that can support your claim.
Contact a Greensburg Personal Injury Lawyer
Before speaking with any insurance adjuster or signing any documents, consult with a personal injury attorney. Insurance companies are experienced at collecting information and statements that can be used to minimize or deny your claim. An attorney can advise you on what to say, what to avoid, and how to protect your rights from the very beginning of the process.
Call Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C. at (412) 391-7610 as soon as possible after your accident.
Why Choose Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C. for Your Greensburg Personal Injury Case
There are many law firms that handle personal injury cases, but few offer the combination of experience, results, and client-focused value that Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C. brings to every case. Learn more about our firm and what sets us apart from the competition.
With a 99.7% success rate over the last five years and a contingency fee of just 25%, compared to the 40% many other firms charge, we are structured to put more of your recovery in your pocket. There are no upfront costs and no fees unless we win. Our clients get the lawyers whose names are on the door, not a rotating cast of associates.
We know how to deal with insurance companies that try to minimize claims, and we are prepared to take cases to trial when that is what it takes to achieve a just result. From your first call through the resolution of your case, our team is committed to keeping you informed and advocating aggressively on your behalf.
Serving Greensburg and Surrounding Westmoreland County Communities
In addition to Greensburg, our attorneys proudly serve injury victims throughout Westmoreland County and the surrounding region, including residents of Jeannette, Latrobe, Irwin, Monessen, Connellsville, Murrysville, Penn Township, and other communities across western Pennsylvania. No matter where in the area your injury occurred, our firm has the local knowledge and statewide resources to pursue your claim effectively.
Contact Our Greensburg Personal Injury Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one was injured due to someone else's negligence in Greensburg or anywhere in Westmoreland County, do not wait to get legal help. Pennsylvania's two-year statute of limitations moves quickly, and the sooner our attorneys can begin investigating your case, the stronger your position will be.
Contact Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman, P.C. today at (412) 391-7610 to schedule your free consultation. Our Greensburg personal injury lawyers are ready to review the details of your case, answer your questions honestly, and help you pursue the full compensation you are entitled to under Pennsylvania law.
