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09 Feb, 2022 by Kaira geiger
I've contacted the office back at the end of January. On January 28th they requested documentation and just today 2/9/2022 I was told " oh the lawyer is too busy for your case. After damn near two weeks of waiting to hear something, as if my case was being looked into- I find this unprofessional and rude. They could've told me sooner, instead of stringing me along for almost two weeks.
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26 Jul, 2020 by Paul coy
Personal service for 35 years
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27 Aug, 2019 by Diane leahan
Actually, they were atty's for my Mom and they were very nice and helpful in explaining things to her!
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09 Feb, 2022 by Kaira geiger
I've contacted the office back at the end of January. On January 28th they requested documentation and just today 2/9/2022 I was told " oh the lawyer is too busy for your case. After damn near two weeks of waiting to hear something, as if my case was being looked into- I find this unprofessional and rude. They could've told me sooner, instead of stringing me along for almost two weeks.
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26 Jul, 2020 by Paul coy
Personal service for 35 years
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27 Aug, 2019 by Diane leahan
Actually, they were atty's for my Mom and they were very nice and helpful in explaining things to her!
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19 Nov, 2019 by Anonymous
Early 2019 Amanda didn’t offer to meet her new client(me) before the case, didn’t contact me before that morning, showed up for my hearing late, did not introduce herself, was completely unprepared, and seemed lost during the case being heard in front of the judge, responses seemed uneducated. Still waiting for the return of my retainer ???
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30 Jul, 2018 by Anonymous
Terrible experience.
Late, unprepared, very nervous in court.....lost my case miserably.....
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05 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Amanda was knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable, like I was talking to a friend throughout my case.
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15 Nov, 2022 by Peter dimattei
25 Jun, 2020 by Laurie
Kevin and his Associates namely Patrick were amazing to work with and a God send to us I. Our time of need. They especially had to work even harder during Covid 19 to make a safe way to put our troubles to a smooth and safe finish. They were caring and understanding to our personal situation in the health and well being of our son who was hit by a car. The monies they were able to retrieve are so important to our son’s new normal, new beginning. He was able to rectify medical bills as well and help us to find a way to put his monies in safe keeping of a special needs trust so he had safe access to his funds for his needs, while maintaining his forever life changing needs that will be met by assistance now and long after his monies run out. This recommendation was priceless. They are truly experienced professionals that never give up, and then theses recent uncertain times of COVID-19 they really pulled through! We are most fortunate that our son’s life was spared, but their help to give him back his life will never be forgotten! Thank you Kevin and Patrick and the rest of your team!
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10 Jun, 2015 by Gerry
My daughter was in a car accident. A family member told us about Kevin. He had helped them . I called his office. His staff was professional and caring .I asked for a family meeting. Due to the accident we did not have a car. We were going to take public transportation. When Kevin called to set up the meeting I told him we would all have to take public transportation. He said he would come to our house. He did. He was so caring. He got the job done. And the final financial settlement , will help my daughter the rest of her life. Thank you Kevin!
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10 Oct, 2019 by Anonymous
Patrick called me and wanted to represent me in my worker’s compensation case. He said I had a great case. Most of the work wAs done by Laura, his associate. She wears very nice. The first inkling that he was lacking was that he forgot to obtain a court reporter for my deposition with the insurance company’s lawyer. Mr Hickey sent me to a “pill mill” for treatment and therapy for a rotator cuff tear. Medical care was poor and caused my pain to increase due to their failure to diagnose a compression fracture in my thoracic spine. After 6 months Mr. Hickey said we had to settle and the most he could get me was $10,000.
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31 Mar, 2016 by Robert
We have found Patrick Hickey to be an excellent Legal Partner. One of the most important things to our firm is that we can get in touch with our counsel as matters arise. Patrick is always quick in his response and thorough in his analysis of circumstance and always approaches it with fairness in mind
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14 Mar, 2016 by Steve
Patrick was able to negotiate a much better than expected outcome for my case. I will always be thankful for how hard he worked to get me the best deal!
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22 Aug, 2017 by Dan
Peter and Nicole are a pleasure to speak with. Kind and very Down to Earth. I had the honor of hiring Peter for a difficult divorce issue i was going through. After hearing the issue and my case, Peter assured me no worries ill take care of it and as sure as im sitting here 3 weeks later final decree was issued and no longer married to a difficult person. Thanks to Peter Manaras for his timely responses and professionalism. Would most def use this firm again for any other legal issues that may occur. I have already passed on his card to several friends for consultation and hopefully retaining his services. AWESOMENESS!!!!!
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17 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
We hired Pete Manaras, Esq. on a recommendation at a time when help was very much needed in an area in which we had no experience. Their timely, prompt and efficient response was so welcome from our first phone call at a very bad time to the last with a positive outcome. The firm's paralegal, Nicole, could not have been more helpful, pleasant and responsive throughout our ordeal. They helped tremendously during a very scary time for our family with a successful outcome. I cannot say thank you enough.
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18 Aug, 2016 by Katelynn
Throughout the entire process, Pete was nothing but helpful. He prepared me for everything that was to happen and he always kept me up to date with what was going on. The outcome was what I wanted and I have Pete to thank for that. It was comforting knowing that I could call and speak to his paralegal who knew exactly what was going on in my case at all times. I would highly recommend Pete to anyone needing any type of legal assistance.
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16 Feb, 2020 by John may
27 Nov, 2019 by Gina sudler
Never called back
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05 Oct, 2018 by Kathleen ann carney
Mike has been my attorney for years.
He has personally helped me through some tough times and also has helped many of my clients.
He is one of the best attorneys in the and Delco and Chester County area.
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16 Sep, 2023 by Ian sherman
Scott did an excellent job on our case. He was very personable, professional and affordable. A good man. Thanks Scott.
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01 Jun, 2023 by Rita a. giandonato
Scott was there in a pinch for me. I like have an independent lawyer without all the firm candy! Good guy! Genuinely concerned!
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30 Jul, 2022 by Patricia sibilia
Drop the ball galloway!! Not for wills and family matters...too much into politics
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19 Jul, 2023 by Tamar jackson
Deborah is a blessing in a lawyer, not only is she professional but also caring. She is my go to and has been a great help from Pfa’s to custody and everything in between. 10/10
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19 Jul, 2023 by Nancy graham
Deborah is my go to she remains calm and level headed. I look to her for answers and she gives me such good advice. I feel better knowing that she is well educated with the process of child support, custody and PFAs. I am at ease knowing I have her on my side
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08 Nov, 2022 by Rose woods
Deborah Roffman is balanced and knowledgeable and combines the perfect mix of head and heart. After dealing with multiple attorneys, I found that she is exactly the kind of attorney that is best for parents like myself in difficult custody situations. She stays focused on the goal while also being aware of how the system works and how to stay grounded. She sees the whole picture and brings years of experience to her work. She works tirelessly for her clients and has great wisdom, and you can trust her. I highly recommend her!
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05 Aug, 2021 by Kevin
Here’s an attorney that says he’s too afraid to subpoena somebody. And then when she called his boss he turned around and told her thanks for calling my boss you got me in so much trouble so unprofessional
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23 Jun, 2013 by Tony
I received a quick response from this firm, after my explanation of my case with additional information, that i left out in my original request on the Avvo site. Mr. Malone Jr. reponded immediately with information and directed to another professional firm in regards to my case the firm he referred me to, had a track record of dealing with other employees in the past with the same superior . I highly recommend the Law Firm of William E. Malone jr. , Thank You , I am also a U.S. Marine , i will recommend to other members of my unit. Semper Fi !!!!
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02 May, 2011 by Pete
Bill is knowledgeable in the field of Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation and thoroughly thinks through, and offers, his advice so that we can make the best decision possible on every claim.
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16 Feb, 2013 by Anonymous
Jordan was a very personable guy he gave me confidence due to his deamenor he always was truthful and forthcoming.
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16 Feb, 2020 by John may
27 Nov, 2019 by Gina sudler
Never called back
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05 Oct, 2018 by Kathleen ann carney
Mike has been my attorney for years.
He has personally helped me through some tough times and also has helped many of my clients.
He is one of the best attorneys in the and Delco and Chester County area.
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16 Feb, 2020 by John may
27 Nov, 2019 by Gina sudler
Never called back
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05 Oct, 2018 by Kathleen ann carney
Mike has been my attorney for years.
He has personally helped me through some tough times and also has helped many of my clients.
He is one of the best attorneys in the and Delco and Chester County area.
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30 May, 2012 by Anthony
Michael met with my wife and me at least three separate times, as we updated our wills, power of attorney and advanced healthcare directive. Before we even discussed the "paperwork", he was so careful to discuss all of the alternatives on trustees, investment considerations and our own personal needs and directives. Never once did we feel like we were being handed a "boiler plate" or "cookie cutter" solution to our wills and other estate matters.
The staff at Pierce/Hughes was extremely attentive and followed through with meeting arrangements, copies of the needed paperwork and other items to make this necessary process bearable.Through Mike and his team, we have been able to achieve peace of mind and also know that he will be there in the future for us and our children if needed.
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04 May, 2009 by Anonymous
Took advantage of my situation and was not thorough in expaining or with guidence regarding divorse issues. I felt that he was in the game just to make easy money and did not fight hard for me. I never felt that he was working in my best interest.
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09 Apr, 2021 by Nichole
I retained Michael Handley's legal services in October of 2020. I fully trusted that he had my best interest at heart, and that he would fight to get me the best settlement, wrong. Months went by without a word from Michael Handley. When Michael finally reached out to me, it was by phone, a 50 minute chat about how, personal injury is not his field. Not even a phone call to the company the suit was against, not even a letter was sent. All this time wasted.
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27 Aug, 2015 by Jeffrey
I came to Michael for help with my DUI and everybody that I spoke to said I would lose my license and do some jail time and he was the only one able to get me out of losing my license and doing any jail time. I would definitely recommend my friends and family to go see him for any legal advice or to hire him.
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22 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
Hired Ms. McFadden on a recommendation of a close friend after I was rear-ended last year and she did a great job closing my case quickly and getting me my settlement! For all the headache of the accident (luckily no major injuries) she helped move the process along and was great answering all my many questions.
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12 Jun, 2015 by Anonymous
Despite being a customer (client) this lawyer did every thing to their own agenda, despite the consequence to me, the client. I was even threatened with court action. Ken Schuster and Asso. lost letters addressed to him, in His Envelope, lost/ disregarded e-mails and made this into a bad experience. Not trustworthy, responsive, eluded me,
and seemed knowledgeable when there was $ to be had. NOT recommended.
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What a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Do for You
A personal injury lawyer specializes in helping individuals who have been physically or emotionally injured due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another party. Whether you've been hurt in a car accident, suffered a slip and fall, or experienced medical malpractice, a personal injury attorney works to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries. They can help you recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related expenses.
Personal injury lawyers act as your advocate, navigating the legal system on your behalf and dealing with insurance companies to ensure you get the compensation you deserve. They understand how to handle complex legal matters and help you avoid common pitfalls.
When Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Hiring a personal injury lawyer can be beneficial in many situations where you've been harmed due to another's negligence. Some key scenarios include:
- Severe injuries: If you've suffered significant or permanent injuries that result in substantial medical bills, a lawyer can help ensure you are fairly compensated.
- Long-term or permanent disability: Injuries that affect your ability to work or require ongoing medical treatment are complex, and a lawyer can help estimate long-term damages.
- Disputed liability: If the responsible party or their insurance company denies liability for your injury, a lawyer can gather evidence and advocate on your behalf.
- Insurance company lowball offers: Insurers often try to settle personal injury claims for as little as possible. A lawyer can negotiate to get you a fair settlement.
- Medical malpractice claims: Injuries caused by a doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider due to negligence require a personal injury lawyer experienced in medical malpractice law.
- Exposure to hazardous substances: If you've been injured due to exposure to toxins, chemicals, or dangerous substances, a lawyer can help pursue legal action.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process is crucial, especially if you're unsure of the full extent of your injuries or damages.
What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do?
A personal injury lawyer provides a wide range of services to guide you through the legal process and maximize your compensation. They can:
- Evaluate your case: A lawyer will assess the strength of your claim and determine whether you have a viable case.
- Investigate the incident: Gathering evidence such as police reports, witness statements, medical records, and expert opinions is key to building a strong case.
- Negotiate with insurance companies: Lawyers handle communications with insurance companies to ensure you receive a fair settlement and aren't taken advantage of.
- File a lawsuit if necessary: If a fair settlement can't be reached, the lawyer can file a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf and represent you in court.
- Help calculate damages: This includes medical expenses, lost wages, future medical needs, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
- Prepare and file legal documents: Lawyers handle all the paperwork and deadlines associated with your case, including filing motions and discovery requests.
- Represent you at trial: If your case goes to trial, the lawyer will argue your case before a judge and jury to obtain the compensation you deserve.
How Are Personal Injury Lawyers Paid?
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means they only get paid if they win your case, either through settlement or a court judgment. Here’s how it works:
- Contingency fee percentage: The lawyer will take a percentage of the settlement or award, typically between 25% and 40%, depending on the complexity of the case and the stage at which it's resolved.
- Costs and expenses: In addition to the contingency fee, the lawyer may deduct other costs associated with the case, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, and court costs. These expenses are often advanced by the lawyer and repaid out of the settlement.
- No upfront payment: Since the lawyer’s fee is contingent on winning, you usually don’t pay anything upfront.
Always discuss the lawyer’s fee structure during your consultation to avoid surprises.
How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a personal injury lawyer depends on the specifics of your case and the lawyer’s fee structure. However, since most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, the amount you pay will depend on the outcome of your case. Here are some general guidelines:
- Contingency fees: Typically range from 25% to 40% of the settlement or award. The percentage may increase if the case goes to trial or requires an appeal.
- Other costs: In addition to the lawyer's fee, you may be responsible for case-related expenses such as expert witness fees, medical record retrieval fees, and court costs. These are often deducted from your settlement, so you won't have to pay out of pocket.
While the cost may seem high, hiring an experienced lawyer can significantly increase the amount you recover, making it a worthwhile investment.
Top Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer
Before hiring a personal injury lawyer, it's essential to ask questions to ensure you’re choosing the right representation. Here are some important questions to ask:
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What is your experience with personal injury cases like mine?
Make sure the lawyer has handled cases involving similar injuries or accidents. -
What is your fee structure?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges a contingency fee and what percentage they will take from any settlement or award. -
How long will my case take?
While it's hard to predict, a lawyer can give you an estimate based on similar cases they’ve handled. -
How often do you take cases to trial?
Some lawyers prefer to settle quickly, while others are more comfortable going to court if necessary. -
Will you personally handle my case?
In larger firms, junior lawyers or paralegals may handle some aspects of your case, so it's important to know who will be managing your claim. -
Do you have references from past clients?
Speaking with past clients can provide valuable insight into the lawyer’s effectiveness and professionalism.
How to Check the Credibility of a Personal Injury Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a credible personal injury lawyer, take the following steps:
- Check bar association records: Verify that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any history of disciplinary actions.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Online platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, and Google reviews can provide insight into the lawyer's reputation and client satisfaction.
- Look at their track record: Review their experience with personal injury cases, particularly how many cases they’ve successfully resolved or taken to trial.
- Ask for references: Credible lawyers should be willing to provide references from past clients who can vouch for their work.
- Check professional memberships: Lawyers who are members of respected organizations, like the American Association for Justice (AAJ), often have a solid reputation in the field.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first meeting with a personal injury lawyer, prepare the following:
- Detailed account of the accident: Write down everything you remember about the incident, including dates, times, and locations. Include any witnesses or police reports if available.
- Medical records and bills: Bring any documentation of your injuries, treatments, and associated medical costs.
- Insurance information: Provide your insurance details and any communication you’ve had with the other party’s insurance company.
- Employment and income records: If your injury has impacted your ability to work, bring proof of lost wages or reduced earning capacity.
- Photos or videos: If you have photos of the accident scene, your injuries, or property damage, bring them to your consultation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare a list of questions to ask, including how the lawyer will handle your case and what you can expect in terms of timeline and outcome.
By preparing thoroughly for your first consultation, you’ll help the lawyer understand your case more quickly and get a better sense of your legal options.
